Auckland Lantern Festival 13 Feb 2020 - 16 Feb 2020
When
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Thursday 13 February 2020, 6.30pm - Thursday 13 February 2020, 10.30pm
Friday 14 February 2020, 5.00pm - Friday 14 February 2020, 10.30pm
Saturday 15 February 2020, 4.00pm - Saturday 15 February 2020, 10.30pm
Sunday 16 February 2020, 4.00pm - Sunday 16 February 2020, 10.30pm
Where
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Auckland Domain, Park Road, Grafton, Auckland
Cost---Free
Website--aucklandnz.com/lantern-festival
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Auckland Lantern Festival began in 2000 as a one-night event, featuring second-hand lanterns from Singapore. Now, it is the country's largest cultural festival, attracting between 165,000 and 200,000 people across four days.
Witness the spectacular illumination of hundreds of handmade lanterns that depict a range of elements from Chinese culture; treat yourself at a variety of stalls selling delicious Asian food and craft; watch stunning performances of traditional or contemporary dance and music from international and local talent, and enjoy demonstrations from masters of martial arts.
Originally inspired by the traditional lantern festivals of China, Auckland Lantern Festival has now become a uniquely Auckland-Chinese event, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
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