The only festival of its kind in Michigan fills John Ball Zoo with towering handcrafted lanterns after dark. Dragons, phoenixes, and glowing zodiac figures cast light on winding paths for an evening of heritage and wonder.
Nighttime event
Family-friendly
Cultural celebration
Photo-worthy
Tips
🐉seek out the majestic dragon displays
♈find your zodiac symbol lantern
Friday, June 12, 7:30 PM
$22
Grand Rapids Lantern Festival
June 12 at 7:30pm
+4John Ball Park
The only festival of its kind in Michigan fills John Ball Zoo with towering handcrafted lanterns after dark. Dragons, phoenixes, and glowing zodiac figures cast light on winding paths for an evening of heritage and wonder.
Nighttime event
Family-friendly
Cultural celebration
Photo-worthy
Tips
🐉seek out the majestic dragon displays
♈find your zodiac symbol lantern
Friday, June 12, 7:30 PM
$22
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