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This event is in the past.It took place on June 5, 2026 at Franklin Square.

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

June 11 at 6pm

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Center City East

Every spring and summer, Franklin Square becomes a glowing wonderland of hand-crafted silk lanterns from Zigong, China. Towering dragons, pandas, and mythical creatures light up the night alongside traditional acrobats, Sichuan opera mask performers, and a marketplace of Chinese crafts and street food.

Chinese lantern festival
live acrobatic performances
nighttime illumination
traditional Sichuan opera

Tips

📾bring a camera for the glowing lanterns
👟wear comfortable shoes to walk around
🍜try the dumplings, bao, and bubble tea

Thursday, June 11, 6:00 PM

Franklin Square

200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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