Water Lantern Festival-Hope Floats 2026

Hope Floats Water Lantern Festival 2026

Richard Lambert Foundation’s Hope Floats Water Lantern Festival is a heartwarming and family-friendly fundraising event that invites individuals of all ages to come together and celebrate a night of unity, remembrance, and hope. This enchanting festival offers a unique opportunity for friends, family, neighbors, and community members to connect in a meaningful and joyous atmosphere.

Beyond its enchanting atmosphere, the Water Lantern Festival serves a greater purpose by raising funds for a cause that benefits the community with grief care services. Join us in being a part of coming together for a common good.

LIVE MUSIC - Enjoy some good time music performed by the GrooveTime Sitters that electrifies their audience with a variety of music genres that include Rock, Blues, Folk, and Country.

FOOD - Come hungry and enjoy some tasty food provided by our Food Trucks. Adult beverages will be available for guests 21+. *Be prepared to show ID.

LOCAL VENDORS - Discover fun and unique items from local vendors.

LANTERN DECORATING - Prior to the release participants decorate and personalize their own lanterns, each one a canvas for expressing hopes, dreams, and cherished memories.

LANTERN RELEASE - As the sun sets, participants gather to release their lanterns. These lanterns symbolize the collective spirit of community, remembrance, connection, peace, and hope, shining brightly as they float across the water, creating a stunning and serene display.

GENERAL ADMISSION INFORMATION - WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Each General Admission ticket includes :

• One floating lantern
• Marker to decorate your lantern
• LED tealight candle
• Admission for festival access

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Each CHILD ticket (ages 0-7/no lantern kit) includes:

• Admission only

Children ages 0-7 MUST HAVE a ticket for entry. DOES NOT include a floating lantern or additional items. General admission tickets are available if you would like your child to have a lantern kit.

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CUSTOM MEMORIAL TRIBUTE ON OUR PATH OF REMEMBRANCE - Enhance your tribute to a loved one with a custom memorial sign to be displayed along the Path of Remembrance at the event.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

• If you’re unable to attend, your purchase still supports our work and is deeply appreciated.
• To protect our community, tickets are only sold through our official channels and are non-transferrable. Please be aware of scams involving individuals claiming and attempting to resell tickets they can no longer use. They attempt this scam through social media or third-party platforms. Please be cautious.
• After online ticket sales close, tickets will be available at the event, unless tickets sell out sooner. Early purchase is encouraged, as this event may reach capacity.
• In-person day of event ticket sales increase to $42 for all ages excluding children ages 0-7.
• State Park Entrance/Parking is not included with your ticket puchase. See "Park Entrance & Parking" below.

TICKETED EVENT

This is a ticketed event. Only guests with a valid ticket will be admitted to ensure safety, adequate supplies, and an enjoyable experience for all.

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PARK ENTRANCE & PARKING

Entrance to Cherry Creek State Park is not included with your event ticket. A daily park pass of $11 per vehicle is required for entry. We encourage guests to carpool when possible.

If your vehicle has a current Keep Colorado Wild Pass (Colorado State Parks annual pass), park entry is free.