Can I take the lantern home?

Yes, your completed lantern (40-60cm) can be packed for travel. LED lights and battery pack are included.

Is this only available during the festival?

The workshop runs year-round, but visiting during the festival (Jan-March) offers the bonus of seeing the spectacular full-scale displays.

Festival Experience

Zigong Lantern Festival Lantern Making

Zigong•Zigong Lantern Park Workshop

Last Updated: 2026-07-26

4 hours

Beginner Friendly

English-friendly

Starting from

¥320-¥480/ per person

3 booking options available

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About This Experience

Create your own illuminated masterpiece at the birthplace of Chinese lantern festivals. Learn traditional bamboo framing, silk stretching, and LED lighting techniques from artisans who have built lanterns for the world-famous Zigong Lantern Festival. You'll construct a small lantern (40-60cm) featuring traditional Chinese motifs—dragons, phoenixes, or flowers—that you can take home and illuminate.

Cultural Significance

Zigong has been China's lantern capital for over 800 years. The annual Zigong Lantern Festival is a national intangible cultural heritage event that drew 200 million yuan in ticket revenue over 112 days in 2025. The craftsmanship combines traditional bamboo framing with modern lighting technology.