Experience the Water Lantern Festival in Tempe: Reflect, Connect, & Create Memories

Water Lantern Festival
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Hannah
29 days ago
Went with my 8 year old for a mommy daughter date. We had an absolute blast. Food truck options were great. Atmosphere was amazing. We did bring our own markers to color on the lanterns since they only give you one color to use. I will do it again next year and invite the whole family.
Join the Water Lantern Festival in Tempe for a magical evening where thousands of glowing lanterns transform the water into a breathtaking display of hope and connection, creating unforgettable memories for all ages.

Highlights

  • Discover a magical evening where thousands of glowing lanterns light up the water, creating a breathtaking scene of unity and peace.

  • Engage in a meaningful experience to celebrate life, honor loved ones, and set intentions for the future with a floating lantern kit, LED candle, and marker.

  • Receive a commemorative drawstring bag, conversation cards, and playing cards to enhance your festival journey and keep as mementos.

  • Enjoy peace of mind with full water clean-up and lantern retrieval included, ensuring a beautiful, sustainable celebration.

  • A perfect gift for anyone seeking a unique, inspiring, and unforgettable experience to share with friends and family.

What To Expect

Step into an evening of unparalleled wonder at the Water Lantern Festival, where the air hums with anticipation and the promise of a truly magical experience. As you arrive, the vibrant atmosphere comes alive with the sounds of music and laughter, alongside the delicious aromas from food trucks. This inspiring event invites you to connect with a community that comes together to celebrate life, honor loved ones, and set intentions for the future. You'll receive your unique floating lantern kit, ready to be personalized with your dreams, hopes, and reflections.
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As dusk settles, prepare for the breathtaking moment of the lantern launch, where thousands of individually crafted lanterns gently drift across the water, creating a stunning tapestry of light. Watch as your personal message of hope and love joins countless others, transforming the water into an unforgettable, glowing spectacle. This #1 Festival, recognized by USA TODAY, offers a profound sense of peace, reflection, and connection, allowing you to let go of worries and embrace new beginnings in a beautifully sustainable way.

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating HoursThe Water Lantern Festival will take place from Friday, November 7 to Sunday, November 9, 2025. Please refer to the merchant's website for any changes or additional information.

Event Schedule

Gates Open

Begin your magical evening as the gates open, welcoming you to the festival grounds.

Enjoy Food Trucks / Music / Fun

Indulge in delicious offerings from various food trucks, enjoy lively music, and participate in fun activities.

Design Your Lantern

Gather your floating lantern kit and personalize it with your hopes, dreams, and intentions using the provided marker.

Lantern Launch

Experience the breathtaking moment as thousands of glowing lanterns are launched onto the water, creating a spectacular display of light and reflection.

Event Ends

The festival concludes, leaving you with unforgettable memories and a renewed sense of peace.

How It Works

1. Grab the Deal

Buy your Groupon first!

2. Plan your Visit

Follow the link on your Groupon to select the date.

3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket

Enter your Groupon code at checkout.

4. Enjoy the Experience!

FAQs

What is the Water Lantern Festival?

The Water Lantern Festival is a magical evening event where attendees launch thousands of glowing lanterns adorned with their hopes, dreams, and memories onto the water, creating a breathtaking display of unity and peace. It's a celebration of life, love, and new beginnings.

What is included with my admission ticket?

Each adult ticket includes a wristband for festival entry, a floating lantern kit, an LED candle, a commemorative drawstring bag, conversation cards, playing cards, and a marker for decorating your lantern. It also covers lantern retrieval and water clean-up.

When and where is the festival taking place?

The Water Lantern Festival in Tempe is scheduled for Friday, November 7, to Sunday, November 9, 2025. Please refer to the official website for the exact location details and any potential updates.

What activities can I expect at the festival?

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, you can enjoy food trucks, live music, and various fun activities. There's a dedicated time at 5:30 PM for designing your lantern, followed by the main lantern launch at 6:00 PM.

Is the festival committed to sustainability?

Yes, the Water Lantern Festival is strongly committed to sustainability. Your ticket includes professional lantern retrieval and water clean-up efforts to ensure the environment is respected and preserved.

Why is the Water Lantern Festival a unique experience?

Recognized as USA TODAY's #1 Festival, it's an unforgettable opportunity to connect with community, reflect on personal intentions, and share in a truly meaningful event as thousands of glowing lanterns create a stunning, peaceful atmosphere on the water.

Need To Know Info

Promotional value expires Nov 10, 2025. Amount paid never expires.
  • Registration required.
  • To guarantee your spot at the event, we highly recommend you redeem your ticket voucher within 48 hours of purchase.
  • Due to maximum capacity limits, failure to redeem within this timeframe may result in forfeiture of your reservation
  • Online reservation and redemption required.
  • The event will be held rain or shine.
  • All ticket sales are final.
  • No refunds or exchanges will be issued due to inclement weather or other natural elements beyond our control.
  • May be repurchased every 30 days.
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About Water Lantern Festival

Light The Water in a Way You'll Never Forget at the Water Lantern Festival! Experience the magic of thousands of lanterns reflecting on the water at over 150 events across North America. Celebrate life, love, unity, peace, and remembrance.

This festival is more than a visual spectacle; it's an emotional journey. Write down your hopes and dreams or a heartfelt message to a loved one, then set it afloat. Feel the therapeutic power as the serene setting and lantern release provide space for emotional healing and rejuvenation.

Create moments of introspection, forge lasting connections, and celebrate love in all its forms. Honor cherished memories by dedicating a lantern, and use the event to set intentions and goals for the future.

Water Lantern Festival is committed to sustainability. They follow a “leave no trace” policy, ensuring each community is cleaner and more beautiful after every event. Be a part of this unforgettable experience.

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Hannah
4 ratings|3 reviews
Went with my 8 year old for a mommy daughter date. We had an absolute blast. Food truck options were great. Atmosphere was amazing. We did bring our own markers to color on the lanterns since they only give you one color to use. I will do it again next year and invite the whole family.
shannon
4 ratings|3 reviews
We loved it
Shauntrice
Top reviewer
Helpful reviewer
21 ratings|8 reviews
Such a relaxing heartwarming experience !
Shevonne
4 ratings|4 reviews
The festival was really well organized, though they struggled finding my Groupon tickets, the format and flow was communicated multiple times throughout the evening. Only advice is know the location you’re going because bugs were overwhelming (they recommended bug spray) and they didn’t have enough food trucks (two + Kona) for the size of the crowd.
Lindsye
Top reviewer
7 ratings|6 reviews
Loved it
Guest
1 rating|1 review
Very motivating

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