Wilmington Sky Lantern Festival by Lights Over America

Schedule

Sat Oct 17 2026 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina | Wilmington, NC

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As the nation’s premier sky lantern festival, our mission is to create unforgettable experiences that bring communities together while making a meaningful impact. Lights Over America is now an exclusive, high-end experience, offering a chance to relive the iconic boat scene in an elegant, immersive setting.
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

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