Experience the Magical Water Lantern Festival in Leander, TX: A Night of Hope and Unity
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Highlights
Celebrate life and set intentions during an inspiring evening where thousands of glowing lanterns create a breathtaking scene on the water.
Receive a complete floating lantern kit including an LED candle, marker, conversation cards, and playing cards, for a personalized and meaningful experience.
Enjoy access to vibrant food trucks and live music from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Participate in a globally recognized event, named USA TODAY's #1 Festival, known for fostering community connection and shared stories.
A perfect gift for friends and family, offering an unforgettable night of reflection, unity, and shared dreams.
What To Expect
Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursThe festival takes place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
- DurationThe entire festival experience spans four hours, from gates open to event end, providing ample time for enjoyment and reflection.
- Ticket ValidityTickets are valid for admission on Saturday, March 28, 2026, and require online redemption prior to the event.
Event Schedule
Gates Open
Attendees can enter the festival grounds and begin enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Festival Entertainment
Guests can enjoy a variety of food trucks, live music, and other fun activities throughout the evening.
Lantern Design
Participants receive their floating lantern kits and can personalize their lanterns with messages, hopes, and dreams.
Lantern Launch
Thousands of beautifully decorated lanterns are released onto the water, creating a magical and memorable spectacle.
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 about?
The Water Lantern Festival is an inspiring event where thousands of glowing lanterns light up the water, symbolizing hope, love, and new beginnings. It brings people together to celebrate life, honor loved ones, and set intentions for the future.
What is included with admission to the Water Lantern Festival?
Each adult ticket includes a wristband for entry, a floating lantern kit (with LED candle, marker, conversation cards, and playing cards), a commemorative drawstring bag, and covers lantern retrieval and water clean-up.
Can I bring my own lantern?
No, please do not bring outside lanterns. To ensure safety and environmental responsibility, only merchant custom-designed lanterns (U.S. Patent No. 10,711,959 B2) are permitted. These are specially made to float properly and be easily collected by our team after the event. Additional lanterns will be available for purchase on-site if you'd like more than one.
Can I take pictures of the Water Lantern Festival?
Absolutely! You can capture the magic of the evening. It’s a night you’ll want to remember, so feel free to snap as many photos as you like!
Is the festival environmentally friendly?
Yes, the Water Lantern Festival is committed to sustainability, ensuring proper lantern retrieval and water clean-up after the event to respect the environment.
Is there an age limit for the lantern festival?
No age limit, all are welcome! The Lantern Festival is open to all ages and is a family-friendly event. Children ages 8 and under are admitted free and do not require a ticket; however, they will not receive a lantern. Please note that all attendees must agree to the event waiver, and by entering the festival grounds, you acknowledge and accept its terms.
Highlights
Celebrate life and set intentions during an inspiring evening where thousands of glowing lanterns create a breathtaking scene on the water.
Receive a complete floating lantern kit including an LED candle, marker, conversation cards, and playing cards, for a personalized and meaningful experience.
Enjoy access to vibrant food trucks and live music from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Participate in a globally recognized event, named USA TODAY's #1 Festival, known for fostering community connection and shared stories.
A perfect gift for friends and family, offering an unforgettable night of reflection, unity, and shared dreams.
What To Expect
Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursThe festival takes place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
- DurationThe entire festival experience spans four hours, from gates open to event end, providing ample time for enjoyment and reflection.
- Ticket ValidityTickets are valid for admission on Saturday, March 28, 2026, and require online redemption prior to the event.
Event Schedule
Gates Open
Attendees can enter the festival grounds and begin enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Festival Entertainment
Guests can enjoy a variety of food trucks, live music, and other fun activities throughout the evening.
Lantern Design
Participants receive their floating lantern kits and can personalize their lanterns with messages, hopes, and dreams.
Lantern Launch
Thousands of beautifully decorated lanterns are released onto the water, creating a magical and memorable spectacle.
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 about?
The Water Lantern Festival is an inspiring event where thousands of glowing lanterns light up the water, symbolizing hope, love, and new beginnings. It brings people together to celebrate life, honor loved ones, and set intentions for the future.
What is included with admission to the Water Lantern Festival?
Each adult ticket includes a wristband for entry, a floating lantern kit (with LED candle, marker, conversation cards, and playing cards), a commemorative drawstring bag, and covers lantern retrieval and water clean-up.
Can I bring my own lantern?
No, please do not bring outside lanterns. To ensure safety and environmental responsibility, only merchant custom-designed lanterns (U.S. Patent No. 10,711,959 B2) are permitted. These are specially made to float properly and be easily collected by our team after the event. Additional lanterns will be available for purchase on-site if you'd like more than one.
Can I take pictures of the Water Lantern Festival?
Absolutely! You can capture the magic of the evening. It’s a night you’ll want to remember, so feel free to snap as many photos as you like!
Is the festival environmentally friendly?
Yes, the Water Lantern Festival is committed to sustainability, ensuring proper lantern retrieval and water clean-up after the event to respect the environment.
Is there an age limit for the lantern festival?
No age limit, all are welcome! The Lantern Festival is open to all ages and is a family-friendly event. Children ages 8 and under are admitted free and do not require a ticket; however, they will not receive a lantern. Please note that all attendees must agree to the event waiver, and by entering the festival grounds, you acknowledge and accept its terms.
Need To Know Info
- Registration required. To guarantee your spot at the event, 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 required. Merchant contact information will be available after purchase in My Stuff.
- 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.
- Limit 30 per person.