Mansfield Lantern Festival

Mansfield Lantern Festival 2026

Between Friday 19 June 2026 and Sunday 21 June 2026

Every year at the winter solstice, something quietly magical happens in Mansfield. The streets fill with light, open fires crackle in the cold, and hundreds of handmade lanterns move through town carried by people who've come from near and far to be part of something together. The 2026 Mansfield Lantern Festival runs across a full winter weekend - Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June - in the heart of the High Country at the foot of Mt Buller. What's on: 🕯️ Friday 19 June - Welcome to Country, firelight ceremony, lantern-making workshops and a ticketed La Festa Della Luce (Feast of Light) evening 🏮 Saturday 20 June - The Community Bank Mansfield & District Lantern Parade, open fires, live music, local food and drink, The Solstice Store 🌅 Sunday 21 June - Sunrise yoga among the lanterns, followed by a solstice brunch You can book tickets to multiple sessions in a single transaction. We recommend booking early - workshops and special events sell out fast. For full program details, accessibility information and everything you need to know before you come, visit www.mansfieldlanternfestival.com.au

Mansfield, Victoria 3722

Bendigo Bank Lantern Parade Mansfield Lantern Festival 2025

Saturday 21 June 2025

Register to Take Part in the Bendigo Bank Lantern Parade – It’s FREE! Be part of the magic and walk in the Bendigo Bank Lantern Parade as we light up the streets of Mansfield for the Winter Solstice. 🕔 Parade starts at 5.30pm – please assemble from 5.00pm. 🎉 Everyone is welcome – bring your lantern and join the fun! Registration is free, but we ask you to sign up so we can manage numbers and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Important Information: Children aged 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No open flames are permitted – please use battery-operated lights only. This registration is only for parade participants. There is no need to register if you're just attending the festival. We can’t wait to see your lanterns light up the night!

Mansfield Lantern Festival

Bendigo Bank Lantern Parade - Mansfield Lantern Festival

Saturday 22 June 2024

Come along and be part of our Bendigo Bank Bank Lantern Parade - it's FREE! We're asking people to register so that we can keep a check on numbers to help with organisation. The parade will start at 5.30pm - please assemble from 5pm. Anyone can take part - bring a lantern! Please remember: * All Children 10U MUST be accompanied by an adult * NO open flames permitted - please use a battery operated light source Note - this registration is for those wishing to take part in the parade. There is no need to register just to attend the festival

Mansfield Lantern Festival

Mansfield Lantern Festival - Bendigo Bank Lantern Parade

Saturday 17 June 2023

Mansfield Lantern Festival

Mansfield Lantern Festival - Photography Sessions

Friday 17 June 2022

Friday 17th June - "Understanding night and light painting photography - learn to get the best out of any camera... even a smartphone!" 6pm - 9pm Saturday 18th June - "Guided lantern photo walk with hands on expert advice and handy tips - make amazing memories of the Lantern Festival" 5.30pm - 7.30pm Book one or both!

Mansfield Lantern Festival

Mansfield Lantern Festival - Lantern Workshop

Between Tuesday 7 June 2022 and Tuesday 14 June 2022

Come along and create a beautiful lantern to carry in the Lantern Parade. Children under 10 MUST be accompanied by an adult. 4pm - 5pm ** Please book a ticket for EACH child attending for our planning purposes! Accompanying adults do not need to book a ticket as they will be assisting children.

Mansfield Arts Collective Studios