

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Osmathus Gardens Lantern Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Step into a realm of enchantment as Cornwall Park comes alive with the mesmerising glow of lanterns at the Osmanthus Gardens Lantern Festival!

Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of Osmanthus Gardens, where the reflections of radiant lanterns dance upon the waters, and the trees come to life with a magical glow. Listen to the harmonious notes of classical music, creating an experience that has become an iconic tradition in Hastings. Special performances take place each evening. 

For eight enchanting evenings, from 6pm to 9pm, witness the transformation of Osmanthus Gardens into a magical wonderland. Wander the illuminated paths through the sparkling grass, and take in the traditional Chinese silk lanterns and large lotus lanterns floating on the garden lake.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration, where the magic of lights intertwines with the rich cultural heritage of Guilin and Hastings.

Thank you to our sponsors Tūpore Infrastructure,  Pope Electrical, Green by Nature, and Quest Hastings who help ensure this event can cater to the growing numbers of people visiting, and keep it koha-entry.

Food trucks are on site each evening | Koha/donation entry.

Please help us keep the event safe for everyone.

• No dogs permitted. Certified service dogs welcome.
• No alcohol permitted onsite.
• Ensure you remain on the pathways at all times.
• No touching the cables, lanterns, lights or inflatables
• No climbing trees.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/osmathus-gardens-lantern-festival/200029812123716
- **Event Categories**: festivals, mid-autumn-festivals, music, food-drinks, trips-adventures, entertainment, nonprofit, dog, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 276

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029812123716?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=hastings-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Hastings
- **state**: HB
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Osmanthus Garden
- **lat**: -39.631974016829
- **long**: 176.84528503185
- **full address**: Osmanthus Garden, 616 Tomoana Rd, Mahora, Hastings 4120, New Zealand, Hastings

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Hastings NZ (https://allevents.in/org/hastings-nz/20216317)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Osmanthus Garden, 616 Tomoana Rd, Mahora, Hastings 4120, New Zealand, Hastings
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Hastings NZ
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** festivals, mid-autumn-festivals, music, food-drinks, trips-adventures, entertainment, nonprofit, dog, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Osmathus Gardens Lantern Festival ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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