Water Lantern Festival

The Water Lantern Festival offers a chance to gather, decorate a lantern, and then launch it onto the water as dusk settles. It's a community event centered around reflection and shared experience, often with a theme of hope or remembrance. This specific date provides an opportunity for a unique evening activity. This event takes place on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve in Santee, CA. It's a family-friendly outdoor setting, appealing to those looking for a peaceful communal gathering rather than a traditional performance.