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    Lantern Festival at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Oct 8, 2026

    Lantern Festival

    Thursday, October 8, 2026
    11:59 PM
    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
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    The Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival transforms the grounds into a vibrant display of handcrafted lanterns. This annual event showcases intricate, illuminated sculptures inspired by nature, wildlife, and cultural themes. It's a family-friendly walk-through experience, distinct from a typical performance, offering a visually rich evening. This special event runs on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell, OH. It's an outdoor, evening affair, best enjoyed by those looking for a unique visual spectacle and a different way to experience the zoo after dark.

    Event Details

    Date & Time

    Thursday, October 8, 2026

    11:59 PM

    Location

    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Powell, OH

    Performers

    Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival

    Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival

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    Event overview: Show: Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival; Venue: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium; City: Powell, OH. When and where: Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026; Start time: 11:59 PM local, ET (Eastern Time); Address: Powell, OH. Ticket and seating guide: Cheapest seats right now: General Admission at $72.50 all-in per ticket; Listings on sale: 1 verified listing.

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    Event overview

    Show
    Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
    Venue
    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
    City
    Powell, OH

    When and where

    Date
    Thursday, October 8, 2026
    Start time
    11:59 PM local, ET (Eastern Time)
    Address
    Powell, OH

    Ticket and seating guide

    Cheapest seats right now
    General Admission at $72.50 all-in per ticket
    Listings on sale
    1 verified listing

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    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

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