The Water Lantern Festival is returning to Phoenix/Tempe Nov. 11, 2023.

Voted #1 Best Cultural Festival by USA Today, the Water Lantern Festival is an event that’s all about connections. Magical nights in cities across the U.S. include food, games, activities, vendors, music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns adorned with letters of love, hope and dreams reflected upon the water.

Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience.