Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Community & CultureCultural & Heritage FestivalsArts & EntertainmentFestivals (Arts/Music)Sports & FitnessCommunity & Culture / Cultural & Heritage FestivalsArts & Entertainment / Festivals (Arts/Music)
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Virtual/OnlineHistoric VenueNightlifeGeneral PublicFestivalTicketed/PaidPublic
When:
August 16, 2026 ยท 6:00 PM
Where:
Virtual
Source:
Visit Philadelphia - This Week & Weekend

Light up the night at historic Franklin Square with the must-see Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Old City, featuring all-new lanterns for 2026. Celebrate the Year of the Horse among dozens of massive, intricate and handcrafted lanterns, including soccer-themed designs reflecting the countries of teams coming to Philly for FIFA World Cup 26. Enjoy live cultural performances, folk art, fountain shows, festival-themed crafts and lots of international food and drink, including signature coc

Bar Events & NightlifeSports & FitnessVirtual/OnlineHistoric VenueNightlifeGeneral PublicFestivalTicketed/PaidPublic

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  • City coverage

    Virtual

  • Primary source

    Visit Philadelphia - This Week & Weekend

  • Categories

    Community & Culture, Cultural & Heritage Festivals, Arts & Entertainment

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    Bar Events & Nightlife, Sports & Fitness, Virtual/Online, Historic Venue