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New York Autumn Glow Immersive Chinese Lantern Festival

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New York Autumn Glow Immersive Chinese Lantern Festival

About this activity

After six years and over a million guests, Autumn Glow Festival returns! This unforgettable celebration of traditional Chinese lantern festivals is coming to Schenectady, NY and New Rochelle, NY.

Pick your location at booking and celebrate the beauty and magic of fall at this immersive nighttime experience featuring handcrafted lantern displays, seasonal light installations, live entertainment, artistic exhibits, and photo opportunities.

Designed for families, couples, and guests of all ages, Autumn Glow Festival transforms Mabee Farm Historic Site into a glowing autumn landscape filled with vibrant colors, artistic creativity, and seasonal charm.

Perfect for family outings, date nights, group gatherings, and seasonal celebrations, this limited-time experience combines breathtaking illuminated displays with immersive environments and Instagram-worthy moments to create one of New York’s most enchanting nighttime attractions.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 500 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Kaleido Entertainment

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Designated photo opportunities with incredible Instagram-worthy photos
  • Included: Admission to Autumn Glow Festival • Access to all public illuminated lantern displays
  • Included: Option to select from two venues New Rochelle or Schenectady, NY. Select at time of booking
  • Included: Hundreds of handcrafted illuminated lantern displays. Larger-than-life artistic light installations
  • Included: Access to themed seasonal exhibit areas and live entertainment and performances

Not included

  • Not included: Food and beverages
  • Not included: Parking fees
  • Not included: Transportation to and from the venue

Itinerary

  1. Mabee Farm Historic Site

    Passing by

    Autumn Glow Festival invites guests to explore a nighttime experience inspired by the colors, traditions, and beauty of fall. Featuring hundreds of handcrafted illuminated lanterns, artistic displays, and immersive themed environments, the festival celebrates autumn through light, creativity, and storytelling.

    Guests will discover glowing pathways, seasonal landscapes, vibrant displays, and imaginative installations inspired by nature, harvest traditions, and the changing colors of autumn. Each section offers unique visual experiences designed to delight visitors of all ages while creating opportunities for exploration and photography.

    Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy live entertainment, artistic exhibits, seasonal food and beverage offerings (where available), and photo locations. Whether visiting with family, enjoying a romantic evening, or celebrating with friends, Autumn Glow Festival provides an unforgettable experience filled with light, color, and seasonal wonder.

  2. Glen Island Park

    2 hours Admission included

    Autumn Glow Festival invites guests to explore a nighttime experience inspired by the colors, traditions, and beauty of fall. Featuring hundreds of handcrafted illuminated lanterns, artistic displays, and immersive themed environments, the festival celebrates autumn through light, creativity, and storytelling.

    Guests will discover glowing pathways, seasonal landscapes, vibrant displays, and imaginative installations inspired by nature, harvest traditions, and the changing colors of autumn. Each section offers unique visual experiences designed to delight visitors of all ages while creating opportunities for exploration and photography.

    Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy live entertainment, artistic exhibits, seasonal food and beverage offerings (where available), and photo locations. Whether visiting with family, enjoying a romantic evening, or celebrating with friends, Autumn Glow Festival provides an unforgettable experience filled with light, color, and seasonal wonder.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Specifically for the venue option in New Rochelle NY

    This is the address where you will check in. Check in during your selected time. No worries, if you are late or running early, you will still be allowed entry.

  • Specifically for the venue option in Schenectady NY

    This is the address where you will check in. Check in during your selected time. No worries, if you are late or running early, you will still be allowed entry.

End point

  • Specifically for the venue option in New Rochelle NY

    This is the address where you will check in. Check in during your selected time. No worries, if you are late or running early, you will still be allowed entry.

  • Specifically for the venue option in Schenectady NY

    This is the address where you will check in. Check in during your selected time. No worries, if you are late or running early, you will still be allowed entry.

Using your ticket

Excited to see you soon!

**Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled entrance time.** If you need to change your entrance time, there is no need to contact us. You may arrive at any time during the operating hours on your booked date.

**IMPORTANT: We have two different venues. Please confirm which location you purchased before arriving.**

**Glen Island Park – New Rochelle**

Weyman Ave

New Rochelle, NY 10805

**Mabee Farm Historic Site – Schenectady**

100 Main Street

Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Schenectady NY Location

    Starting point:

    Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main St, Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150, USA

  • New Rochelle NY Location

    Starting point:

    Glen Island Park, Weyman Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805, USA

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