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Illuminares Lantern Festival in Vancouver

by kate | July 26, 2007 at 12:50 pm

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The Illuminares Lantern Festival is taking place this Saturday, July 28th, 2007 at Trout Lake park in Vancouver. Presented by the Public Dreams Society, the event draws thousands annually and is a local tradition. People put together unbelievably imaginative lanterns. This is surely a good one for the crowd.

What magic sparks your imagination? Processions, Stilt Dancing, Fire Performances, Music, Giant Puppets, Outdoor Art Installations, Group Choreography.

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Kaitlin

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at 13:48 on July 26th, 2007

Thanks for posting this, kate. The lantern fest is always so beautiful, a really peaceful reminder of the best Vancouver's got. I'm sad I'll miss it this year.

NetChick

at 16:23 on July 26th, 2007

Thanks for sharing my photos with your story, Kate! I had a great time at my second lantern festival last year, and am looking forward to having a great experience again this year!