Pacific Symphony’s annual Lantern Festival celebrates the Year of the Dragon. The Lantern Festival marks the return of spring and the reunion of family. The act of lighting and appreciating lanterns is a way for people to let go of the burdens of their old selves and express their best wishes for themselves and their families for the future.

The festivities include music, dance, art making, riddles, and food.

The concert hall lobby is transformed for the festivities with lanterns created by community members and the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall is opened up to the public for performances featuring local music and dance groups.

The event is free but reservations are required.

Due to venue capacity, admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the course of the event. A ticket is needed for every person in your party, including babies in arms and small children.Though a ticket does not guarantee immediate admission, ticket holders are given priority access.