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CBS News
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Chinese lantern festival lighting up Denver park
Four Mile Historic Park is hosting its 3rd annual Bright Nights Lantern Festival. The festival runs about 10-weeks and covers 12-acres of the park. It's an all new display every year. "Everything is different this year. If you've come last year or the year before, you're not going to see anything you've seen before," said Kayla Amos, Marketing and Events Manager at Four Mile Historic Park. The lanterns are large scale metal frames covered in a silk canvas and illuminated from within. Many of the structures move, and there is a whole section of interactive displays in the park. "Some of them are so large you can walk through them. Some of them are games. There's a whole area in the back of games. One's a portal to a show that's happening in Baltimore, so we can see them and they can see us," Amos explained. The lanterns are designed and built by Tianya Arts & Culture, which is a U.S.-based subsidiary of a Chinese company. The company's goal is to create lanterns that mix ancient techniques with innovative technologies. They put together these lantern festivals with organizations across the country. "We've got two themes this year. The first one being Chinese Dreamland as a nod to the company Tianyu who creates these wonderful lanterns. The second nod is to us, Farm Flora and Fauna, so you're going to see things like giant fairies, 9-tale foxes right next to a giant barn that's so big you walk through," Amos said. LINK: For Tickets & Information about Bright Nights at Four Mile Historic Park Four Mile Historic Park's Bright Nights is open Wednesday through Sunday from July 23 to October, 5, 2025. There are three adults only nights, when the park is open to only people who are 21-years and older. Those nights are July 30, August 27, and September 17, 2025.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Agoda Spotlights Lantern Festivals Across Asia to Brighten the Year
SINGAPORE, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda is shining a light on some of Asia's most enchanting lantern festivals coming up in the remainder of the year. These lantern festivals are unmissable for travelers eager to immerse themselves in culture and dazzling light-filled celebrations. Lantern festivals have long been a favorite for travelers, offering a unique blend of tradition, artistry, and community spirit. For those who marveled at earlier festivals this year, like China's Spring Lantern Festival or Taiwan's PingXi Lantern Festival, there's good news—there are still plenty of opportunities to catch more lantern-lit magic in the months ahead. Monthly: Hoi An Lantern Festival, Vietnam Hoi An's Lantern Festival transforms this charming riverside town into a glowing wonderland every full moon. Visitors can expect the streets to be bathed in the warm glow of colorful lanterns, while the Thu Bon River sparkles with floating lights. This monthly celebration is a tribute to Vietnam's rich heritage, offering travelers a chance to release their own lanterns and make a wish. The festival's intimate atmosphere and timeless beauty make it a must-see for those seeking a serene yet magical experience. August 2025: Nara Tokae Lantern Festival and Obon Festival, Japan August in Japan is a double delight for lantern lovers. The Nara Tokae Lantern Festival lights up the historic city of Nara with thousands of candle-lit paper lanterns, creating a captivating illumination amidst ancient temples and deer-filled parks. Meanwhile, the Obon Festival, celebrated nationwide, honors ancestors with floating lanterns and traditional dances. Together, these festivals offer a harmonious blend of reflection, celebration, and cultural immersion. October 2025: Mid-Autumn Festival, China China's Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, is a time for family reunions and moonlit festivities. Lantern displays take center stage, with intricate designs ranging from mythical creatures to modern art. Cities like Beijing and Shanghai host grand celebrations, but smaller towns also offer a more intimate charm. Mooncakes, storytelling, and lantern parades make this festival a feast for the senses and the soul. November 2025: Yi Peng and Loy Krathong Festival, Chiang Mai, Thailand Chiang Mai's Yi Peng and Loy Krathong Festival is a breathtaking spectacle of light and water. Thousands of lanterns are released into the sky, while floating krathongs (decorative baskets) are set adrift on rivers. This dual celebration symbolizes letting go of misfortunes and welcoming good luck. The sight of illuminated lanterns ascending into the night sky is a memory that will linger long after the festival ends. December 2025: Giant Lantern Festival, Philippines The Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando, Philippines, is a dazzling display of craftsmanship and community spirit. Known as the "Christmas Capital of the Philippines," San Fernando showcases massive, intricately designed lanterns that light up the night in a kaleidoscope of colors. This festival is a testament to Filipino creativity and a joyful way to usher in the holiday season. Krishna Rathi, Senior Country Director at Agoda, said, "Lantern festivals are more than just a visual treat; they're a window into the heart of a culture. Agoda is here to help travelers experience the magic firsthand and make their journeys as seamless as possible. Whether you're floating a lantern in Hoi An or Chiang Mai, Agoda's got your travel plans covered." With over 5 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities to choose from, Agoda makes it easy to plan a lantern-lit adventure. Visit and find the best deals on the Agoda mobile app. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Agoda Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Agoda Spotlights Lantern Festivals Across Asia to Brighten the Year
SINGAPORE, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda is shining a light on some of Asia's most enchanting lantern festivals coming up in the remainder of the year. These lantern festivals are unmissable for travelers eager to immerse themselves in culture and dazzling light-filled celebrations. Lantern festivals have long been a favorite for travelers, offering a unique blend of tradition, artistry, and community spirit. For those who marveled at earlier festivals this year, like China's Spring Lantern Festival or Taiwan's PingXi Lantern Festival, there's good news—there are still plenty of opportunities to catch more lantern-lit magic in the months ahead. Monthly: Hoi An Lantern Festival, Vietnam Hoi An's Lantern Festival transforms this charming riverside town into a glowing wonderland every full moon. Visitors can expect the streets to be bathed in the warm glow of colorful lanterns, while the Thu Bon River sparkles with floating lights. This monthly celebration is a tribute to Vietnam's rich heritage, offering travelers a chance to release their own lanterns and make a wish. The festival's intimate atmosphere and timeless beauty make it a must-see for those seeking a serene yet magical experience. August 2025: Nara Tokae Lantern Festival and Obon Festival, Japan August in Japan is a double delight for lantern lovers. The Nara Tokae Lantern Festival lights up the historic city of Nara with thousands of candle-lit paper lanterns, creating a captivating illumination amidst ancient temples and deer-filled parks. Meanwhile, the Obon Festival, celebrated nationwide, honors ancestors with floating lanterns and traditional dances. Together, these festivals offer a harmonious blend of reflection, celebration, and cultural immersion. October 2025: Mid-Autumn Festival, China China's Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, is a time for family reunions and moonlit festivities. Lantern displays take center stage, with intricate designs ranging from mythical creatures to modern art. Cities like Beijing and Shanghai host grand celebrations, but smaller towns also offer a more intimate charm. Mooncakes, storytelling, and lantern parades make this festival a feast for the senses and the soul. November 2025: Yi Peng and Loy Krathong Festival, Chiang Mai, Thailand Chiang Mai's Yi Peng and Loy Krathong Festival is a breathtaking spectacle of light and water. Thousands of lanterns are released into the sky, while floating krathongs (decorative baskets) are set adrift on rivers. This dual celebration symbolizes letting go of misfortunes and welcoming good luck. The sight of illuminated lanterns ascending into the night sky is a memory that will linger long after the festival ends. December 2025: Giant Lantern Festival, Philippines The Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando, Philippines, is a dazzling display of craftsmanship and community spirit. Known as the "Christmas Capital of the Philippines," San Fernando showcases massive, intricately designed lanterns that light up the night in a kaleidoscope of colors. This festival is a testament to Filipino creativity and a joyful way to usher in the holiday season. Krishna Rathi, Senior Country Director at Agoda, said, "Lantern festivals are more than just a visual treat; they're a window into the heart of a culture. Agoda is here to help travelers experience the magic firsthand and make their journeys as seamless as possible. Whether you're floating a lantern in Hoi An or Chiang Mai, Agoda's got your travel plans covered." With over 5 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities to choose from, Agoda makes it easy to plan a lantern-lit adventure. Visit and find the best deals on the Agoda mobile app. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Agoda Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
DC Universe comes to life in dazzling lantern display at Gaylord Texan
For fans of the DC Universe, the Gaylord Texan Resort is offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Dozens of artisans from Zigong, China — known as the "lantern city of the world" — are in Grapevine setting up a unique fusion of light and comic book culture. The city has a lantern-making tradition that spans more than 1,000 years. CBS News Texas "We've spent over a year planning this," said Martha Neibling, director of marketing for the Gaylord Texan Resort. "It's the magic of ancient Chinese lantern culture combined with legendary DC comic book heroes like Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman." The exhibit features 200,000 pounds of steel shaped into lanterns representing superheroes, supervillains and props. The structures are covered in 30 miles of silk and then hand-painted. "That's practically enough silk to stretch from Fort Worth to Dallas," Neibling said. The Universe of Light is the kickoff event for the resort's DC Summer. The exhibit opens Friday, May 23, and runs through Sept. 1. Tickets start at $25. "I just can't wait until we have everything finished, the music turned on, the lights down and the lanterns lit," Neibling said. "I think it's going to be so much fun." Holy Texas, Batman — you won't want to miss this.
