Voted the No. 1 Best Festival by USA Today, the Water Lantern Festival returns to metro Detroit.
Invite friends and family to write wishes, hopes, dreams, and more on a paper lantern to send adrift along the Detroit River.
The nighttime event lights up the lake, creating breathtaking views as the lanterns shine atop the water.
What: Water Lantern Festival
When: Saturday, September 06, 2025
Where: Maheras-Gentry Park (12550 Avondale St, Detroit)
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $30-$60 adult/ $13 ages 8-14/ Free for kids 7 and under
Buy tix
https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/detroit.php
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