Miami, FL Exit 3A : The Lantern Light Festival is a must see spectacular evening of dazzling lights, colors, shapes, and themes in celebration of Chinese culture featuring massive lanterns, inspiring performances, and incredible cuisine.
The tradition of lantern festivals started over 2,000 years ago. The lantern festival is China’s most important celebration, marking the return of spring, with the lighting of Chinese lanterns being symbolic of illuminating the future and the reunion of family.
You’ve possibly seen lanterns being released into the night sky but these enormous lanterns stay firmly on the ground. Each Chinese lantern is custom-built by Chinese artisans and typically takes four weeks and a team of seven to complete. The lanterns appear to be three-dimensional stained glass, and are handmade from hundreds of pieces of silky cloth. Some are over 30 feet high and others are up to 300 feet long.
Don’t miss the chance to check out The Lantern Festival, it’s a rare opportunity to witness the majestic skill of the world’s best lantern-makers.
Location: Miami-Dade County Fair Expo Center, 10901 SW 24 St, Miami, FL 33165
Dates: Daily Until Jan. 8, 2017
Hours: 5 pm to 11 pm
lanternlightfestival.com
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: miamiandbeaches.com