Water Lantern Festival - Bruxelles
Brussels
Water Lantern Festival at Bois de la Cambre, Brussels
The Water Lantern Festival at Bois de la Cambre in Brussels offers a peaceful evening of light, reflection, and community for families, couples, and friends.
Join the festival to personalize and release illuminated lanterns on the lake at sunset, creating a collective display symbolizing hope, healing, and solidarity.
Event Highlights
- Customize your lantern and release it on the lake at sunset
- Soothing music and unique live performances
- Local food vendors offering distinctive dishes and products
- Fun activities including a treasure hunt to meet other participants
- Opportunities to share stories and create lasting memories
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September
- Time: Festival starts at 16:30, lantern release from 19:30
- Duration: Approximately 4 hours
- Location: Lake at Bois de la Cambre, 1000 Brussels
- Admission: Free entry; reservation required to purchase a complete Lantern Kit for participation
- Age: Open to all ages
- Accessibility: Held in green spaces near water; some areas may be difficult for wheelchair or stroller access
Participation and Tickets
Access to the festival site is free for the public. To release your own lantern on the water, purchase a complete Lantern Kit in advance. Kits include materials to assemble, decorate, and personalize your lantern. Limited lantern packs will also be available for sale onsite during the event, while stocks last.
Environmental Commitment
The Water Lantern Festival follows a strict “Leave No Trace” policy. All lanterns are collected after the event, and existing debris is removed from the water. Lanterns are made from biodegradable rice paper, wooden bases, and LED candles that are reusable and recyclable to minimize environmental impact.
Participants are encouraged to use recycling points for personal waste and to avoid leaving any litter around the green spaces or near the water.
Planning Your Visit
Arrive early to enjoy all festival activities and secure a good spot by the lake. Bring warm clothing for the evening and remember to book your Lantern Kit in advance to guarantee your participation in the lantern release.
