NEW!

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

This award-winning circus group has traveled the world and will be performing at the Winter Lantern Festival! Featuring incredible acrobatic acts like juggling, balancing, face-changing and more! Live entertainment is included with your ticket price!

BY THE ZIGONG ACROBATIC TROUPE

There’s so much to enjoy when you attend one of our festivals! Not only will you be able to walk through a dazzling display but you will also be treated to several other available activities including food and drink, a gift shop, and live entertainment!

AT the festival

Enjoy the variety of toys, games, and memorabilia available for purchase at the gift counter! Shop a unique variety of items perfect for kids and families.

Kids will love the variety of rides and games we have available! Each festival features a unique set of activities for kids.

Listen to live music or entertainment while you relax with a bite to eat and a refreshing drink after walking through the festival.

Step into a dazzling world of light with over 1000 Chinese lanterns; all handmade by artisans with decades of experience. A whimsical walk-through experience to light up and warm up the season! Featuring live entertainment, food, drinks and gifts, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

Date: November 15th - February 9th
Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM*
*last entrance at 8:00 PM
Duration: The experience is around 45 minutes long
Parking: $5 Prepaid Parking - FREE PARKING ON THURSDAYS & SUNDAYS
Location: 72 Lyman Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455
Age requirement: All ages welcome

event info

5:30 - 5:50 Acrobat Troupe
6:10 Music, Magic, & Puppets
6:55 Acrobat Troupe
7:30 Music, Magic, & Puppets
8:15 Acrobat Troupe
8:45 Music, Magic, & Puppets

performance schedule

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Frequently asked questions

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You can purchase tickets online here
Credit card processing and third party ticketing surcharge, CT state tax may apply to certain items
When you complete your ticket purchase the tickets will be emailed to you, you can print it at home, or save the QR code to your mobile device.
If extenuating weather circumstances happen we allow changes 2 hours in advance
This is an outdoor event that typically operates rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, however, we will notify our guests of cancellation beforehand. You may use your tickets for any other date- no need to exchange them.
This event is outdoors, please dress accordingly for the weather.
Patking is free on Thursdays and Sundays. On other days there is a $5 mandatory parking fee
We love pets but unfortunately no pets are allowed unless they are a service animal.
Flash photography, outside food and beverages (including alcohol), drugs, weapons, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, anything which may disturb the other patrons.
You may be asked to wait outside the gate if our festival is too crowded until a time slot opens.
You can show your tickets digitally on your phone or a printed copy.
All children over 3 are required to have a ticket.
Smoking and e-cigarettes are not allowed at all events.
Our events may take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1hr.
If you see no availability for a specific date / time, it means the time slot is sold out. You can always pick a different date or time. You can also check with our box office staff at the event.
Yes
You can change your dates through the link on your confirmation email up to 24 hours before the event.
Peak viewing time for the lanterns is after the sun sets.
First entry is at 4:00pm and last entry is at 8:00 PM

Yes there are porta-potties available.
Feel free to take photos and share them/tag Lyman Orchard and Winter Lantern Festival on IG! This year we also brought in a few figures just for picture taking so get your cameras ready! When taking photos, please make sure not to disturb others. Professional equipment and tripods are not permitted.
Learn about the culture and craftsmanship of traditional Chinese lantern festivals! Our team believes that when it comes to culture, contribution is celebration. With our lights and lanterns, we hope to provide an unforgettable experience for all.
1741 Pub & Grill is located at the event for food before or after attending (Open daily excluding Holidays until 9pm)
It is recommended that you arrive within the time stated on your ticket to maximize your experience.
We offer discounts for seniors, military and students.
All ages are welcome! If you purchased youth tickets, you must show your ID at the door.
You will be notified directly by email or text if you have purchased tickets. You can also follow us at Facebook and Instagram at Winterlanternfestival.
For your safety, we don’t allow visitors to touch any lantern displays.
If you’ve lost a personal item, please check with our box office staff first. You can also contact us at info@winterlanternfestival.com
Absolutely! We couldn’t think of a more magical place. If you plan on proposing, please contact our staff at info@winterlanternfestival.com
Taking pictures at night can be tricky. We highly suggest you find a light source in front of your subject first before switching on your camera. Try to avoid strong lighting directly behind your subject. If your phone has night mode, be sure to keep the subject and the phone still for 3 seconds (typically) upon clicking the shutter button- this will produce a clearer photo.
We will not have any rain gear for sale, please come prepared with your own needs.
Please chat with us online or send an email to info@winterlanternfestival.com
72 Lyman Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455
The festival is friendly for wheelchairs and strollers but not technically ADA accessible
Adults are $26.99, Seniors are $21.99 and Children $16.99. Saturdays are $1 per ticket additional.
The acrobats and Jumpin’ Jaime perform starting at 5:20 and occur every 40 minutes