There’s a magical festival in Wisconsin this summer that will cast a spell on attendees. A touring event called the Water Lantern Festival is coming to Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison (and possibly other cities). It promises to offer an experience like no other – a mesmerizing evening that allows participants to connect in a special and personal way. Here’s what you need to know about this summer’s Water Lantern Festival.

The event is based on a simple, yet profound idea – beautiful floating lanterns that carry special personal messages.
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Each festival attendee receives a lantern kit, comprising a floating lantern, a marker for personalization, and an LED light source. All you need to do is sit back and wait for the sun to set.
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As night falls, the lanterns are then carefully lit and released onto the water. They create a stunning visual display as they gently drift along the surface.
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The soft glow of the lanterns, combined with their reflections on the water, creates a magical and tranquil ambiance. It’s one of the summer’s best photo opportunities.
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It’s also a time for reflection. Releasing the lanterns onto the water symbolizes the release of one's aspirations, dreams, or burdens into the universe.
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As the lanterns drift away, their soft glow and reflections dance upon the water's surface. It’s a magical little flotilla of shared hopes and dreams.
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The Water Lantern Festival continues to add more dates and locations in Wisconsin and beyond. See the latest schedule of events on the Water Lantern Festival website. I know this is a Wisconsin summer event you won’t want to miss! There are a lot of other great festivals and events in Wisconsin this year as well. Here’s where to find them.

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