CHINESE LANTERN LIGHTS INSTALL
The Dragon-the star of the show and an important cultural symbol in China-weighs more than 18,000 pounds, is longer than three school buses and requires a crane with a 15-person crew to install the head.
In all, 2,500 lanterns and more than 15,000 LED lights make up 50 distinct displays, including the return of the spectacular Chinese Dragon. Each lantern at this year's festival was handcrafted and assembled by more than 25 visiting Chinese artisans and performers to our area. Today, they're popularly used to celebrate the Chinese New Year. The lanterns are on hand to showcase the beauty and artistry of the Chinese culture-the art of Chinese lantern making dates back more than 2,000 years, with lantern-crafting skills being passed down from one generation to the next. A sensory-friendly night will take place on Dec. Booth Amphitheatre has paved walkways and is wheelchair accessible, including the parking area and entrance. More than 200,000 visitors are expected to come from across the state to see the glowing pieces of art.Īccessibility note: This event is a self-guided walking tour.
Hundreds of larger-than-life lanterns will be on display, making for an incredible, colorful adventure you can walk through this holiday season. The festival-which only visits a handful of spots around the country each year is presented in Cary in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc.-opens Nov. A 200-foot-long, 21-foot-tall dragon has invaded Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, N.C. Yes, the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival has returned to the Raleigh area for a seventh time!
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