Travel the world by lantern light without ever leaving Arkansas by attending the Wildwood Lanterns Festival. Wildwood Park for the Arts hosts this magical event every year, and it never ceases to dazzle. Let’s illuminate the details of this unforgettable light fest.
You’ll just need to follow the lanterns to this upcoming festival.
Facebook/Wildwood Park for the Arts The Wildwood Park for the Arts in Little Rock hosts a magical event called the Wildwood Lanterns Festival. The lantern fest is a dazzling and fun way to raise money for the park.
The path may be dark but you’ll quickly be rewarded with a colorful scene.
Google/Ajay Mutyala LED-lit globes, lanterns, and lights of all kinds illuminate this nighttime festival.The three-night light festival will be happening February 28th - March 1st, 2020. The festivities begin at sundown, around 6 PM.
The otherworldly glows are downright enchanting but that’s not the only reason to attend the festival.
Facebook/Wildwood Park for the Arts The lights are certainly a draw but there are also educational exhibits, live performances, and tons of food. The family-friendly event has tons of activities for children, too. The lantern festival shines a spotlight on different cultures as well!
This year six different cultures will be represented at the festival.
Google/Ajay Mutyala China, India, South Pacific Islands, Italy, Greece, and the U.S. (specifically New Orleans) will be a part of this multicultural festival. Each tent will showcase the area’s variety of food, entertainment, and interesting history.
After you’ve traveled the world, wrap up your evening by sending off a lantern or two on Swan Lake.
Facebook/Wildwood Park for the Arts The lantern-speckled lake, with the additional glow from the tents, will make your evening downright enchanting. This is one year you certainly don’t want to miss!
Advanced tickets for the Wildwood Lanterns Festival are currently available at $10 for anyone 13 and up, $5 for ages 6-12, and free for those under 5. Ticket prices are an extra $2 if purchased at-door. Take advantage of the discount by getting yours right here. Stay informed on this upcoming festival by following the Facebook Event Page or Wildwood Park’s Facebook Page.
Are you excited for this year’s Wildwood Lanterns Festival? Have you been before? Share your experience with us in the comments below!
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The Wildwood Park for the Arts in Little Rock hosts a magical event called the Wildwood Lanterns Festival. The lantern fest is a dazzling and fun way to raise money for the park.
Google/Ajay Mutyala
LED-lit globes, lanterns, and lights of all kinds illuminate this nighttime festival.The three-night light festival will be happening February 28th - March 1st, 2020. The festivities begin at sundown, around 6 PM.
The lights are certainly a draw but there are also educational exhibits, live performances, and tons of food. The family-friendly event has tons of activities for children, too. The lantern festival shines a spotlight on different cultures as well!
China, India, South Pacific Islands, Italy, Greece, and the U.S. (specifically New Orleans) will be a part of this multicultural festival. Each tent will showcase the area’s variety of food, entertainment, and interesting history.
The lantern-speckled lake, with the additional glow from the tents, will make your evening downright enchanting. This is one year you certainly don’t want to miss!
Advanced tickets for the Wildwood Lanterns Festival are currently available at $10 for anyone 13 and up, $5 for ages 6-12, and free for those under 5. Ticket prices are an extra $2 if purchased at-door. Take advantage of the discount by getting yours right here. Stay informed on this upcoming festival by following the Facebook Event Page or Wildwood Park’s Facebook Page.
You can share your travels to the park with us anytime of the year in our Facebook group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature.
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Address: Wildwood Park for the Arts, 20919 Denny Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223, USA
