Save the Date for O.C. Lantern Festival 2024!
Gather your loved ones and step into a world of wonder at Pacific Symphony’s enchanting O.C. Lantern Festival 2024! Commemorating the Year of the Dragon in partnership with the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, we invite you to a day where tradition sparkles with modern mirth. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, join us in a free celebration that traces back two millennia, marking spring’s return and familial unity.
Picture yourself beneath a canopy of colorful lanterns, each a glowing testament to hopes for the year ahead. The festival is a tapestry of experiences—from the rhythmic grace of dance performances to the melodies that have echoed through generations, from the tales that weave our history to the riddles that tickle the mind. Children and adults alike can roll up their sleeves for art-making, expressing their creativity and cultural appreciation.
As the concert hall lobby transforms into a festive vista, the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall opens its doors to all, inviting the public to witness the talent of local performers. Outside, Argyros Plaza buzzes with community groups showcasing martial arts, the spinning spectacle of the Chinese YoYo, and dances that tell stories of a rich heritage.
The event’s crescendo is a dragon dance that weaves its way through the crowds—a dance of power and prosperity. No tickets are required for the outdoor revelry, but remember, the concert hall’s embrace is limited by its walls. Entry is first-come, first-served, so arrive with tickets in hand—available for every family member—to ensure your spot in this cultural mosaic.
Print your tickets, mark your calendars, and prepare for a festival where joy illuminates, culture connects, and memories are made under the lantern-lit sky. Join us in this heartfelt festivity that promises not just a day of fun, but a luminous start to your year.
Go online to secure your free, print-at-home tickets here. Please note that though a ticket does not guarantee immediate admission, ticket holders will be given priority access. Be sure to print out all print-at-home tickets.
