The Department of Illumination lights up the night with The Firelight Lantern Festival, a cherished Prince Edward County tradition since 2013. Two magical evenings of arts and music will unfold at the Crystal Palace in Picton, Ontario. This year’s theme: PLAY! Think music, games, sports, toys, and dress-up!
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7 ~ 7 PM to Midnight
Ages 19+ - Join us for the art party of the year!
Dance the night away to DJ LeeLee Michi. Spinning deep, jazz-infused house and minimal techno, she’s played epic events such as Burning Man and Promise Cherry Beach. Encounter playful installations from DOI artists. an illuminated performance from North Fire Circus, and as always, a few creative surprises throughout the evening.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8 ~ 6 PM to 11 PM
It’s an all-ages magical extravaganza!
- 6 PM - Gather at Benson Park. Giant puppets, handmade lanterns and a performance by The Aurora Borealis Community Choir.
- 7 PM - Parade departs towards the Crystal Palace accompanied by Spencer Evans & the Goat Steppers.
- 7:40 - Fire show by North Fire Circus outside Crystal Palace
- 8:30 PM - My Son the Hurricane - Main Stage Crystal Palace. My Son the Hurricane is a multi-horn, multi-drummer, multi-singer brass funk band bringing their massive musical energy all the way from Niagara. Get ready to have your socks knocked off!
WHAT TO WEAR: Dress up in whatever wild and wonderful costume you wish – especially if it’s illuminated!
WHAT TO BRING: A lantern! Come to a lantern-making workshop or buy a kit! Our handmade lanterns will also be for sale at Kelly’s Shop starting November 1, while supplies last.
EAT & DRINK: Both evenings are licensed inside the Crystal Palace; bar service by County Cider Co. and Kaleidoscope Catering is serving from their food truck all night long.
PLEASE DONATE: The Lantern Parade and outdoor performances are all FREE, however donations are greatly appreciated!
TICKETS
NEW! LOWER PRICES AND TICKETING SYSTEM FOR 2025!
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TICKETS go on sale:
Tues Oct. 14: Department of Illumination Members - you will be emailed your access code for online tickets.
Sat. Oct 18: General Public.
TICKETS FOR FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7 (19+) - All tickets just $20 (HST inc). Buy wristbands at The Department of Illumination studio (lower level of Picton Armoury), or at Kelly’s Shop (197 Main St. Picton). Tickets available at the door while they last; no online tickets for Friday.
TICKETS FOR SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8 - Adults $25, kids $5 (HST inc.) - get your wristbands in advance: skip the line-up AND save money! Wristbands available at The DOI Studio (lower level, Picton Armoury) & Kelly’s Shop (197 Main St, Picton) starting October 18.
Saturday tickets online or at door: $30 adults, $10 kids. Link will be posted here when tickets go on sale to the public October 18.
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