Water Lantern Festival

Water Lantern Festival is annual event at Waterfront Park gathering families and friends to share love and laughter. Come together with loved ones, take a moment for reflection, and forge new friendships.

A young couple holding water lanterns at Water Lantern Festival in Calgary at Waterfront Park

Event details

Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring food trucks, live music, local vendors, and a fun scavenger hunt, all culminating in the magical lantern launch.

As dusk settles, launch your personalized lantern onto the water and watch it beautifully illuminate the night.

Learn more and buy tickets.

2025 event photos

Host your festival

Do you have a festival idea? Do you have specific dates? Please let us know if you’d like to host your event at our outdoor venue in Calgary.