{"id":413960,"date":"2026-02-10T13:26:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T19:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/?post_type=event_listing&#038;p=413960"},"modified":"2026-04-06T00:40:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T06:40:42","slug":"gadsden-spring-lights-festival","status":"expired","type":"event_listing","link":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/event\/gadsden-spring-lights-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Gadsden Spring Lights Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Spring Lantern Festival is bringing a breathtaking glow to Gadsden, Alabama, transforming Noccalula Falls Park &amp; Campground into a dazzling nighttime wonderland. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inspired by traditional lantern festivals, this limited-time outdoor experience invites guests of all ages to wander through hundreds of hand-crafted lanterns illuminated by vibrant LED lights. As you stroll the scenic pathways beneath towering, glowing displays, you\u2019ll discover myths and legends brought to life in brilliant color, enjoy awe-inspiring live acrobatic performances from award-winning artists (included with admission), and savor delicious bites and drinks from local vendors along the route. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image413960_11eb56-50 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image413960_11eb56-50\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3cea2bf2-e81c-11f0-a71c-b6ab3a3404bb.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-413962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3cea2bf2-e81c-11f0-a71c-b6ab3a3404bb.avif 720w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3cea2bf2-e81c-11f0-a71c-b6ab3a3404bb-300x300.avif 300w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3cea2bf2-e81c-11f0-a71c-b6ab3a3404bb-150x150.avif 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">With countless photo-worthy moments at every turn, it\u2019s the perfect outing for date nights, family adventures, girls\u2019 nights, or a relaxing evening under the stars.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The experience lasts approximately one hour, and guests can select their preferred date and time when purchasing tickets. The festival takes place at Noccalula Falls Park &amp; Campground, located at 1500 Noccalula Road in Gadsden. All ages are welcome, and children ages 3 and under receive free admission. The venue is ADA accessible, and group bookings are available for parties of 15 or more. 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