The Festival of Illumination is a must see experience for guests of all ages; New England's largest and premier lantern showcase!
Beginning in September, Southwick’s Zoo will be illuminated by hundreds of lanterns and custom-built exhibits constructed from silk, steel, and environmentally- friendly LED lights. The theme of this year’s Festival of Illumination is a "World of Lights - Our Continents and their Cultures.” In addition to highlighting traditional culture, this spectacular night-time display will shine a light on a variety of continents and their traditions.
Travel the globe through the incredible artistry of handcrafted Chinese Lanterns and immerse yourself in the magical world of imagination and illumination. The Festival of Illumination will take you on a trip through the African Savannahs, the Amazon rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef of Australia, as well as many beautiful and fascinating regions in between. Visitors will also enjoy live entertainment, a typical Asian Night Marketplace and specialty foods.
Beginning November 26, 2021 Winter Wonderland, celebrating the Festival of Illumination, will be a drive-thru experience featuring our wonderful Holiday Light Spectacular and Magical Holiday themed Festival Lanterns; it is two events in one! Winter Wonderland, celebrating the Festival of Illumination, will run through to January 2.
The Chinese Lantern Festival is a centuries-old tradition, celebrated beginning in 206 B.C. featuring spectacular illuminated displays from history and mythology; the displays are incredibly detailed and intricately constructed, with some lanterns as large as 60 feet tall and 300 feet in length.
Here at Southwick’s Zoo, the Festival of Illumination fully engages in maintaining the charm of the century-old traditions, while integrating modern technologies and craftsmanship, resulting in a most unique and amazing display, rich in cultural and artistic expression.
7 окт 2024
