Bellingrath Gardens Chinese Lantern Festival

Join us for the 2026 Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival, an all new show filled with all new lanterns. As night falls, the Gardens glow with more than 40 towering, handcrafted light sculptures that transform the landscape into a vivid world of color and scale. Inspired by traditional Chinese lantern artistry and brought to life with modern design, dazzling plants, animals, and imaginative creatures illuminate every path. Interactive displays invite you to move, play, and step into the experience. Explore the Gardens after dark and discover an unforgettable night of light, energy, and wonder for all ages, with stunning photo moments at every turn.

Ticket Information

Purchase online in advance. Limited on-site tickets available
Tickets are non-refundable
Group rates not available
Daytime general admission and evening Lantern Festival tickets are sold separately. No combined ticket option
Last Home tour at 7:30 PM during Festival
Festival Hours & Access

Thursday–Sunday, the Gardens close from 4:00–5:00 PM during the Festival
Last daytime general admission ticket sold at 3:00 PM
Thursday–Sunday, The Magnolia Café is open from 5:00–8:00 PM