Water Lantern Festival
Join us for a breathtaking evening of glowing lanterns, meaningful moments, and unforgettable memories.

Lakeside Lawn, Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
21 - 22 February 2026
5pm – 9pm
4 hours
A magical first, light up the night
Set within one of Australia’s most beautiful and important botanic gardens, this unforgettable experience brings people together to decorate lanterns, write messages of hope, love, and remembrance, and release them onto the water as they glow under the night sky.
Surrounded by nature and inspired by the Garden’s mission of caring for plants and the planet, the evening feels both meaningful and serene.
Our lanterns are made from biodegradable, eco-friendly materials, and after the event our team carefully retrieves every lantern and cleans the surrounding area -working closely with the Garden to respect and protect this special environment. Guests are encouraged to celebrate responsibly while enjoying the natural beauty that makes Mount Annan so unique.
With softly glowing lanterns, delicious food vendors, live music, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it’s more than an event; it’s a shared moment of reflection, connection, and wonder.
Whether you come with family, friends, or someone special, Water Lantern Festival is the perfect way to slow down, connect, and create meaningful memories together - while celebrating in a place dedicated to conservation, biodiversity, and a thriving natural world.

