Water Lantern Festival 2026 | Madrid Light Festival
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The Water Glows at Sunset A live band sets the atmosphere at Parque Rey Juan Carlos I as the sun sets over Madrid. Spend the day enjoying food and drinks, connecting with others, and personalizing your lantern with a wish, a memory or a message. Share stories during open mic moments before releasing your lantern onto the water alongside thousands of others.

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Water Lantern Festival Madrid

Water Lantern Festival Madrid

Water Lantern Festival comes to Madrid for one day/weekend only, transforming Parque Juan Carlos I into a place to slow down, connect and experience something new. Rediscover this special spot under a different light while enjoying live music, food and drinks, interactive games, open mic moments and time to pause and reflect. As the sun sets, join thousands of others as your lanterns come together on the water.

Loved by 500K+ visitors across 50+ cities worldwide, this shared experience is now coming to Madrid.

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Everything That Awaits You

From the moment you arrive to the moment the last lantern hits the water.

Getting Ready for Madrid

What to Bring

Your ticket — QR code in the Fever app Comfortable clothes (outdoor event, close to water) A layer for after sunset — it gets cooler at dusk Sunscreen / bug spray Blanket or portable chair

What to Expect

The event is entirely outdoors and lasts around 4 hours. Gates open with live music already playing and food vendors running. You'll receive your lantern kit at check-in — take your time decorating it, walk around, find your spot. As the sun sets, the team guides everyone to the water's edge for the launch. After the release, stay and watch the lanterns drift before the event closes.

Practical Info

Date: October 31st and November 1st of 2026 General entrance: Entry to the venue is free for everyone. To actively participate in the lantern ceremony, purchase your ticket on Fever. Opening hours: From 4 to 8 p.m. Duration: The Experience will take around 4 hours Location: Parque Rey Juan Carlos I - Madrid Age requirement: All ages! Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible

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Loved by Thousands

Real words from people who've been.

3.98 / 5 · based on 1,731 reviews · 52% five-star

Review from Birkenhead Birkenhead

"Beautiful, moving and peaceful. Absolutely loved it."

Review from Buenos Aires Buenos Aires

"One of the most beautiful events I've ever experienced. The peace truly blew me away."

Review from Dartmouth Dartmouth

"You realise you're not alone."

Location

Parque Juan Carlos I - Glorieta S.A.R. Don Juan de Borbón y Battemberg, 5, 28042 Madrid

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The Magic Stays in Your Memory. Not on the Water.

Every lantern collected. Every venue restored. Every waterway protected.

100% Recovery 100% Recovery

Every lantern collected after every single event, guaranteed. Nothing stays in the water.

Biodegradable by Design Biodegradable by Design

Paper, natural wood, and an LED candle — no open flame, no plastic, nothing that harms the water or the wildlife.

Leave It Better Leave It Better

Our crew stays after every event until the venue is exactly as we found it. Every event, zero-waste from start to finish.

FAQs

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About the Experience

What can I expect from the event? Water Lantern Festival is a family-friendly, social, and participatory event where attendees decorate and release personalized lanterns onto the water at sunset, creating a beautiful and contemplative experience. The event usually includes live music, food trucks, and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for families, couples, and groups. Normally, each ticket includes a kit with a lantern, markers for decorating it, and access to the entertainment. The festival is committed to the environment, and all lanterns are collected after the event. It is a memorable and visually stunning experience, perfect for sharing and connecting.
Where is the experience located? The event will take place in Parque Rey Juan Carlos, at the north pond (Barajas, 28042 Madrid).
Is the experience held indoors or outdoors? This experience is held outdoors. If, due to the weather forecast, the event cannot be held, we will notify you by email at the same address associated with your Fever account. When in doubt, remember to also check your spam folder.
How long does the experience last? You usually spend 4 hours at this experience.
Will food and drinks be available for purchase at the venue? You will be able to purchase food and drinks at this event.
Is parking available? There is a parking lot near the pyramid, close to the north pond. Otherwise, there are several parking lots around the entire park.
Will there be additional sessions? Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee additional dates. Check the experience page for up-to-date information on availability, as confirmed dates and times are listed there.
Is there virtual reality? This experience does not feature virtual reality.
Is there a dress code? No.
Will merchandise be for sale? Yes! There will be merchandise for sale at the store.

About Tickets

Where can I get tickets? On the Fever app, available on Google Play and the Apple Store. On the Fever website.
Can I buy tickets at the box office? There will be a box office for the sale of lanterns at the venue. However, lanterns may sell out before you arrive at the event, so we strongly recommend booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your spot. You can buy tickets on the Fever app or the Fever website.
Can I transfer my tickets to another person? No, you will not be able to transfer your tickets to another person for this event.
Do I need to print my ticket? You can find your ticket in the "Tickets" section of the Fever app, which you can download from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Remember to log in with the same method you used to make the purchase. You will also find your QR code in the purchase confirmation email.
I can't find my ticket. What should I do? We may be able to help you reschedule or exchange your ticket for another date, time, or ticket type that has not sold out. Contact us for more information. Be sure to include your ticket order number.
Can I change the date of my ticket? Are refunds allowed? This experience allows date changes up to 48 hours before the event. If you want to make the change, contact us and include the Ticket ID associated with your purchase. You can also check if this option is available by viewing your ticket in the "Tickets" section of the Fever app, where, if enabled, the "Change date and/or time" button will appear. Follow the steps indicated to change the date and/or time. No refunds are allowed under any circumstances. For more information, you can consult our T&Cs.

About Access to the Event

Do I have to arrive at the start of my scheduled session? No.
Can I bring animals? Are assistance dogs allowed? No, pets are not allowed at this event.
Is the venue accessible? Yes, the event is held at an accessible venue.
What are the prohibited items at the experience? Is smoking allowed? The experience will take place outdoors; smoking is permitted.
Do you offer tickets for assistants? Attendees who need assistance during this experience are entitled to request a free pass for their personal assistant or companion. For this experience, you just need to show proof of the need for a companion ticket at the entrance, and the companion will be able to enter for free.
Is the experience accessible to deaf or visually impaired people? We are happy to confirm that people with visual or hearing impairments will be able to enjoy this experience.
Will there be bathrooms available at the venue? This venue has bathrooms. Please ask our staff at the venue to point you in the right direction.
Can I take photos or record the experience? You can take photos and share them. When taking photos, make sure not to disturb other attendees. The use of professional equipment or tripods is not permitted.
Are there lost and found items? We recommend asking the venue staff if they have found your belongings.
Is there a cloakroom available? Unfortunately, this venue does not have a cloakroom.
Is there an age requirement? There are no age requirements.
Will there be an audio guide? Unfortunately, this experience does not include an audio guide.

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