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Niigata Sky Lantern Festival

Sun, Dec 13, 2026, 17:00–19:00 · Bandai Island Multipurpose Square, O-kama, Niigata · Niigata

Dates

  • Sun, Dec 13, 2026, 17:00–19:00

About this event

Summary
The Niigata Sky Lantern Festival returns to Niigata City after approximately one year, offering a magical world of sky lanterns across a vast venue.

Highlights
  • Release wishes into the sky using colorful lanterns
  • Experience a fantastical atmosphere with vibrant red, blue, yellow, and green lanterns
  • Participate in the unique Christmas-themed wishing event


Details
This festival features a spectacular display where the entire expansive facility is filled with a fantastical world of sky lanterns. In addition to the traditional sky lanterns, the event introduces vibrantly colored lanterns to enhance the visual experience. Visitors are invited to write their hopes and wishes on these lanterns, which are adorned in red, blue, yellow, and green, before sending them into the sky. The event aims to create a memorable and enchanting atmosphere for all attendees.

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Event details come from organizers' websites and web searches. They are not guaranteed to be accurate. Check the official website before you go. Times are Japan time (JST).