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The 2019 China Lights Show Has Ended

Thank you for a great year.

Performances & Culture

There's so much to see and do at China Lights: Treasures of China!
Celebrate Asian folk-culture with professional entertainment sponsored by We Energies, a bustling marketplace, and a variety of food and beverage selections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Be prepared for your visit to China Lights: Treasures of China by reading through the most common questions our visitors ask.

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History of Lanterns

The tradition of lighting lanterns began centuries ago. Lantern festivals can be traced back to the beginning of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220). On the 15th day of the first month in the Chinese calendar people lit fireworks and lanterns to pray for good harvest and good fortune.