Party in the Park & Lighted Lantern Parade

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Everyone
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Event Details

Making cardboard lanterns was a treasured summer activity for generations in Rock Island. The lighted lantern parade is back again for the 3rd year as part of the Party in the Park! Make a lantern and join us at Hodge Park. After fun at the park party, gather at 6:45 pm to walk around the new Hodge Park trail. All ages welcome, no reservation required. 

Rock Island Parks and Recreation will offer face painting, balloon animals, a ribbon cutting for the new Hodge Park trail, and more fun! 

map of new Hodge Park trail, route of lantern parade

Need help remembering how to make a lantern? See the supply list and instructions. Didn't get a chance to make one in advance? Drop by the library tables at the Party in the Park to make a simple paper bag lantern. 

Both the Party and the Lantern Parade are free and open to all.