North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival

The North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphitheatre offers a display of traditional Chinese lantern art. This annual event transforms the venue into a walk-through exhibit with hundreds of handcrafted lanterns, many in animal and cultural motifs, illuminated after dark. It's a visual spectacle, and a chance to see intricate folk art on a grand scale. This particular date falls mid-week, which can sometimes mean a less crowded experience for exploring the festival grounds. Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, NC, is an outdoor venue, so dress accordingly for a December evening. It's a family-friendly event, suitable for anyone interested in cultural displays and light art.