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Our Annual Lantern Walk has become a magical, annual tradition, designed to help kids big and small, welcome the darkness of winter and learn to embrace this big, natural change together with joy. We hope you can make Lantern Walk part of your year!

Local, Tinkergarten-hosted Lantern Walks will take place from early November through December. Search for a walk near you at tkgtn.com/walk.

Use these resources below to you prepare for a local walk or enjoy your own Lantern Walk tradition in the way that works best for you. 

For 11 years running, our Lantern Walk has become a magical, annual tradition, designed to help kids big and small, notice and welcome the darkness that comes as winter approaches. Together, we learn to embrace change as a beautiful part of our world. This year, thousands of people across our broad community will light their lanterns and head outside to walk, sing and enjoy the beauty of our little lights against the dark evening sky. This chance to feel connected to one another, our community and the natural world can provide us a lasting dose of hope to carry into the upcoming winter and the year of 2024!

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Find everything you need from DIY lantern-making directions, to special songs, to ideas for how to enjoy your Lantern Walk with your family, friends or whole community.

Traditional Jar Lantern