We will be having FREE Lantern making workshops at Ritter Public Library.

June 2nd, 6-8 pm  - Paper Lantern - FULL

Come decorate a paper lantern for the lantern parade. Lantern, LED light, dowel rod and decoration materials included. 

July 7th, 6-8 pm - Wind sock - FULL

Come to the library and make your own “wind sock” type paper lantern. All materials and LED light are included!

August 4th, 6-8pm - Upcycle

Bring an empty, clean milk jug, 2 liter bottle or any other container that is translucent and create an up-cycled lantern. LED light and decoration materials included.

Please submit one form per person.

We’ve added two additional workshops!

Tuesday, September 8th

Register here

Tuesday, October 6th

Register here

Special thank you to the Ritter Public Library Foundation for your collaboration on this event.


A few rules:

1. You need a lantern to march. Otherwise, you're a spectator. We love spectators! Watch from Exchange Park, Friendship Park or Fulper Lot Lawn.

2. Absolutely NO FLAMES. All lanterns are lit with LED lights. Example of lights: HERE

3. No pets in the parade.

4. Children must walk next to their adults at all times.