Enter A Dazzling Winter Wonderland At This Chinese Lantern Festival In Texas
By Katie Lawrence|Published December 01, 2018
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
We always appreciate Christmas light displays with unique elements setting them apart. Circuit of The Americas boasts an enchanting Chinese Lantern Festival that takes visitors on an immersive, captivating journey into the sacred customs of another culture. Combining our traditional Western traditions with aspects of the Chinese holiday, this one-of-a-kind celebration is a bucket list seasonal attraction for every family.
Circuit of The Americas' second annual Winter Wonderland promises to be even more spectacular than last year's debut. Millions of brilliant lights and captivating displays take visitors on a whimsical holiday journey like no other.
The Chinese Lantern Festival offers a unique ethnic experience. Striking pops of color and authentic interactive entertainment paint a picture of what this sacred celebration encompasses.
Pathways are framed by a variety of decorative arches depicting different aspects of Chinese culture. You'll see dragons, pandas, and several other highly revered animals.
Get lost in the Chinese Maze, a mystical arrangement of lights guaranteed to stump expert navigators. Make your way through its head-scratching twists and turns, stopping every so often to admire the brilliant illuminations.
Make your way across a pedestrian bridge illuminated in thousands of multicolored, glittering bulbs. Every step is guaranteed to captivate both tiny tots and kids at heart.
Other attractions include a Ferris Wheel, carnival, petting zoo, real racecar rides, and even a zipline! There are enough fun-filled activities to keep you occupied all night long!
Children can sit on Santa's lap to tell him what they want for Christmas, and family photo-ops abound. You'll definitely want to capture these precious memories!
Holiday food and beverages will be available in a cozy hideout away from all the chaos. Sip some hot cocoa in front of a warm and toasty fireplace before heading back out to the festivities!
Winter Wonderland will be open December 6-9 and 13-30 from 6-11 p.m. on Friday & Saturday and 6-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. Click here for more information and a labeled map of the grounds.
