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Make-at-Home Lantern Kits

April 1-May 8

In the Lantern Parade, you make the magic! Families make their own lanterns at home, then gather together to create a magical, glowing parade. 

With the Make-At-Home lantern kits, you can easily create a beautiful, handmade lantern from the comfort of your living room! 

What's Included? 

Each kit is packed with a paper lantern, battery-operated light, tissue paper, and easy-to-follow instructions. Markers, scissors & glue are not included. 

Choose from a variety of fun designs, including:

  • Everybody Lantern Puppets – $25
  • Large Flying Pig Lanterns – $25
  • Small Flying Piglet Lanterns – $15
  • Little Butterfly Lantern Puppets – $15
  • Illuminated Parasols - $25
Two residents hold up a Flying Pig lantern
Council Member John Paulson (District 1), and his wife show off their Flying Pig Lantern, created from a Make-At-Home lantern kit.

Find a Kit 

Kits available for purchase April 1 - May 8 (while supplies last)

Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center

  • Available for purchase in CityBar. & Cafe: Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m
  • CityBar & Café will be open, so you can sip, savor, and enjoy delicious bites while you’re here!

Sandy Spring Farmers Market

  • Farmers Market is Saturday mornings at City Springs
  • Kits will be available on select Saturdays - April 4, 11, 18, 25 & May 2 
  • Weather permitting (Kits cannot be sold in the rain)

Ace Hardware

  • Kits will be available starting April 30, while supplies last.
  • Available for purchase during store hours - Located at 1316 Dunwoody Village Pkwy

 

 

Gator Lantern Graphic

 

Learn more

The Lantern Parade brings light to life on Saturday, May 9th. Make your lantern in advance, then join in the parade!  

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Venue: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center

Cost: $15-$20