Stockton Lantern Festival - Sensory Friendly Night

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Stockton Lantern Festival - Koda's Journey to the Magic Ocean at the Stockton Ballpark Produced by ASM Global
Sensory Friendly Night

BLOG: What to Expect at the Stockton Lantern Festival

Sensory Friendly Night for the Stockton Lantern Festival will take place on Monday, January 6, 2025. This extraordinary event will have a night to be sensitive and inclusive for those on the autism spectrum as well as individuals with sensitivity issues or developmental delays. This night will include lower decibel music, decreased capacity, to allow more space between crowds, reduced strobes and flashing lights, as well as access to a quiet area to decompress from sensory overload. Quiet areas do have a limited space, so we ask all to be mindful of others and respectful of all in attendance for this special evening.

Prepare to experience a once in a lifetime event as your imagination takes control and you are immersed into the deep ocean. Stroll through the mesmerizing displays as you follow in the footsteps of Koda, a fearless 8-year-old boy, and join in his journey throughout the magical ocean. The larger-than-life illuminated lanterns evoke the imagination and make memories that will last a lifetime for you and your children. Unlike anything you have ever seen, this festival will be one to visit time after time while the Stockton Ball Park hosts this magnificent display of lanterns.

It is truly an adventure for all ages to wander through the breathtaking art installations, attentively hand crafted by lantern artisans using the ancient technique of traditional Chinese lantern making. With a rich history spanning over 2,000 years, this extraordinary art form brings together tens of thousands of vibrant LED lights, an exquisite palette of colors, and a fusion of metal and fabric. Upon every turn in your journey a new impressive creature seemingly comes to life before your eyes. Boasting hundreds of larger-than-life lanterns with the tallest being 50 feet high and the longest nearly 100 feet wide, 20,000 LED bulbs and over 82,000 feet of light rope and 11,500 feet of fabric are used to create this extraordinary event. The lantern displays are designed and handcrafted by the artisan team of Tianyu Arts & Culture Inc., the biggest lantern festival producer in the U.S.

The visual experience of the Magic Ocean is accompanied by live stage performances showcasing an eclectic array of musical talent, dance and acrobatics. This spectacular display of lights will leave you with feelings of joy, serenity, and inspiration. You must tell your friends and family, so they too can experience Koda's Journey to the Magic Ocean, a world of imagination and enchantment.

For more information on this unforgettable event, visit StocktonLanternFestival.com

Follow the event on Facebook & Instagram for the most up to date information and a sneak peek into the forest.

Tickets:

Any Night Tickets:
Advance Savings - Adult, 3 years and older - $30 | Adult Online - $37.12
After November 15 - Adult, 3 years and older - $34 | Adult Online - $41.22

Monday- Thursday:
Adult - $23 | Adult Online - $29.92
Child - $19 | Child Online - $23.77
Day of Show Adult - $26 | Adult Online - $29.92
Day of Show Child - $23 | Child Online - $23.77

Friday- Sunday:
Adult - $28 | Adult Online - $35.07
Child - $24 | Child Online - $30.97
Day of Show Adult - $31 | Adult Online - $35.07
Day of Show Child - $28 | Child Online - $30.97

DISCOUNTS
Child- Ages 2-12 save $4 when purchasing Advance Tickets. Save $3 on Day Of Show Tickets Mon-Thu. Save $2 on Day Of Show Tickets Fri-Sun.
Group- Save $3 per adult-priced tickets when purchasing 10+ adult tickets. Click HERE for inquiries.
Military- Active-Duty-Military and Veterans Save $5 when presenting ID at Adventist Health Arena and Stockton Ballpark box office.
Seniors- 65 years and older save $4 when purchasing Advance Tickets. Save $3 on Day Of Show Tickets Mon-Thu. Save $2 on Day Of Show Tickets Fri-Sun.
Student- Save $3 on Wednesdays with a valid student ID at Adventist Health Arena and Stockton Ballpark box office

Ticket Locations:

Adventist Health Arena Box Office - 248 W Fremont St. on the North Side of the building. Monday 11am- 2pmWednesday: 11am- 2pmFriday: 11am- 2pmCash and Credit Accepted as Payment

Stockton Ballpark Box Office - 404 W Fremont St, Stockton, CA 95203Stockton Ballpark Box Office will open daily starting November 22, 2024 at 2pm. Box office will close when gates close. Cash and Credit Accepted as Payment

Advance Online Any-Day Tickets

Times:

5PM to 10PM daily, last ticket sold at 9PM. Please give yourself around 1 hour and a half to enjoy the phenomenal view. Take as little or as much time as you wish during operational hours to fully experience the festival.
*STARTING 1/1/25 - Gates will open at 5:30pm and the acrobatic performance times will be adjusted 15 minutes later than listed below.

Acrobatic Stage Performances and Times:

Monday through Thursday - 5:15PM, 7:15PM and 8:30PM
Friday through Sunday - 5:45PM, 6:45PM, 7:45PM and 8:45PM

* Back-to-back shows won’t be identical. This allows you to see different performances without fully duplicating.
Face Changing
Classical Dance (Han-Tang Dynasty)
Hand standing on Chairs
Artistic Hula Hoop
Teeter Board
Acrobatic Show - Spacewalk
Hat Juggling
Balancing

Food:
Themed Stockton Lantern Festival items:
Sand Dollar Cookies, Fishbowl Cocktails, and Fish & Chips.
Fun Ballpark Menu:
Cheeseburger & Fries
Chicken Tenders & Fries
Hot Dog
Nachos
Pretzel w/ Cheese
Garlic Fries / Regular Fries
Popcorn
Packages Snacks
Soda / Water / Coffee / Hot Chocolate
Beer
Cocktails

Location:
Stockton Ballpark, 404 West Fremont, Stockton, Ca 95203

Parking:
We encourage you to plan accordingly for traffic in the city, parking, and long lines when attending Stockton Lantern Festival. Parking is located at the North Lot and Arena Garage – 398 W. Fremont St, Stockton, California
Wheelchair Access: Yes. Please take note that the event is on grass and dirt.

Fun Facts:

Food and drinks will be available for purchase - Credit card only.
Take home a souvenir!
Interactive Lanterns include - TBA
There are 600+ individual lanterns
SO many Lightbulbs! RGB light 20000m/65000ft of lights.
The lanterns are made up of 25000m/82000ft of fabric.
There is 100+ tons of metal that make up the massive structures.
It took 50 days+25 days=600 hours to build the beautifully designed lanterns in China and the US.

Weather Policy:
This event will go on rain or shine, however if the weather presents unsafe conditions for guests attending the festival the event may close to ensure guest safety, as that is top priority. Please visit our website, social media, or call us at 209.373.1400 in the case of extreme weather conditions and/or slippery road/surface conditions for details on cancelations and rescheduled tickets. Re-entry is NOT permitted for Stockton Lantern Festival. Entry into Stockton Lantern Festival will stop at 9PM and the lanterns go dark at 10PM.