Don’t Miss the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

The lanterns leave Franklin Square on August 16

Less than three weeks remain to experience the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square. See this year’s all-new larger-than-life lantern displays, live stage performances, Fountain Shows, interactive experiences, demonstrations, food, and drinks before the Festival ends.

Getting here is easy. Take SEPTA or PATCO, or drive and park nearby. Choose your night and get your tickets before the lights go out!

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TICKETS

Adults (Ages 14 - 64)

Monday - Thursday: $28
Friday - Sunday: $32

Seniors (Ages 65+) & Active Military with ID

Monday - Thursday: $25
Friday - Sunday: $29

Active military with ID and one guest can enjoy the military discount

Children (Ages 3 - 13; 2 and under are free)

Monday - Sunday: $16

Groups (20 or more)
Group rates available – Group reservations must be made 3 days in advance. Please refer to this information sheet.

For more questions about group rates and bookings please contact fill out the contact form here.

Festival Pass
Enjoy the festival all summer long! A Festival Pass is valid from the date of purchase through the end of the 2026 Festival. Want to bring the young ones along too?

A discounted children’s pass (ages 3-13) is also available.

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Days & Hours

Nightly, June 5 – August 16, 6 – 11pm

Timed tickets are required on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For tickets with an entry time of 7 p.m. or later, you may enter 15 minutes prior to the time on your ticket or any time after. Last entry is at 10:30 p.m. Once inside, you may stay to enjoy the Festival for as long as you like! It is recommended to enter by 9:30, allowing 90 minutes to enjoy the full festival experience!

PLEASE NOTE: There is no re-entry once you leave the Festival. Tickets are not valid after the close of the Festival that day.

For admission, we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and Amex. Please note this transaction will appear on your credit card statement as “HISTORICPHILA”. We do not accept Venmo or Cash App cards.

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Don’t Miss the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

The lanterns leave Franklin Square on August 16

TICKETS

Days & Hours

Nightly, June 5 – August 16, 6 – 11pm

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Proceeds from the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival directly support the operation and management of Franklin Square and many free events and programs throughout the year.