Water Lantern Festival | Seward Park
Details
Join us for the Water Lantern Festival at Seward Park, where we’ll spend the evening enjoying live entertainment, local food trucks, meeting new people, and decorating our lanterns before releasing them onto the water at sunset.
Whether you’re new to Seattle, looking to expand your social circle, or just want a wholesome Sunday evening, this is the perfect opportunity to connect and make some memories! Feel free to bring a friend. 💕
📍 Event Details
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Our Meetup Time: 4:30 PM
- Location: Seward Park, 5902 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98118
- Lantern Launch: 6:30–7:30 PM
- Event Ends: 7:30 PM
🏮 What to Expect
✨ Meet New Friends: Come solo or bring a friend! We’ll hang out as a group and enjoy the festival together.
🍜 Food Trucks & Entertainment: Grab dinner or a sweet treat from one of the many local vendors while enjoying live performances.
🎨 Decorate Your Lantern: Write a meaningful message, set an intention, honor a memory, or simply get creative with your lantern design.
🌅 Sunset Lantern Launch: Watch the water light up as hundreds of glowing lanterns float across the lake.
🎟️ Tickets
Tickets must be purchased separately through the official Water Lantern Festival website. Your Meetup RSVP does not include admission. Make sure to purchase Sunday tickets, and bring your ticket for check-in to receive your lantern kit.
🧺 What to Bring
- A blanket or portable chair
- Warm layers for the chilly Seattle evening
- Your festival ticket
- Money for food trucks and vendors
- Your best social energy! 💕
💬 Meeting Up
We plan to arrive at 4:30 PM!
We’ll coordinate our exact meeting spot closer to the event so everyone can find the group easily. Once we’re together, we’ll grab food, explore the festival, decorate our lanterns, and find a spot to enjoy the launch.
Feel free to come solo! That’s what this group is all about. No awkward introductions required — just show up, be yourself, and enjoy the evening.
☔ Rain or Shine
The festival takes place rain or shine, so dress accordingly. Lantern launching may be affected by weather conditions.
Come for the lanterns, stay for the friendships. 🏮✨