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Our event has been postponed to Sunday!
Due to an "Elevated Risk of Wildfire Spread" advisory linked to an incoming pressure system, we’ve made the decision to postpone our event scheduled for Saturday. Click the button below to read the full statement.
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
A Lantern Festival at Pocono Raceway
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Tickets for Sunday, 9/8 are sold out, but may become available again soon! Join the waitlist to be notified if tickets go on sale again!
When
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
3:00pm-9:00pm
Pocono Raceway
1234 Long Pond Rd
Long Pond, PA 18334
Whereabouts
Located in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, Pocono Raceway is about 45 minutes south of Scranton, and 2 hours west of New York City.
Pssst... We have multiple Lantern Festivals happening all over Pennsylvania. Click here to see all PA venues and dates.
Postponement Announcement
Our event has been postponed to Sunday!
After consulting with local authorities, including our fire marshal and venue team, we’ve made the decision to postpone our event scheduled for Saturday. Due to an "Elevated Risk of Wildfire Spread" advisory linked to an incoming pressure system, we don’t feel tomorrow’s conditions would be safe.
Our fire marshal has given the go-ahead for Sunday, and we’ll be ready to welcome you then.
Please stay tuned for more details, including additional options and updates, which will be posted by late Friday night so you can have all the information by Saturday morning first-thing.
We’re truly sorry for this last-minute change. It’s far from ideal, especially as our team is already set up and eager to see you. This is a unique situation, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make this a fantastic experience for all.
Thank you,
The Night Lights Team
Moments for now. Memories for life.
@mando.momma
It was an experience I would highly recommend to anyone at least once.
@maieffect
So thankful for this event. I got to witness something magical in real life.
@loveemz
The best thing you can spend on your kids is time. Love introducing them to new things and that bae is always down for the shenanigans.
@lizaduvet
Thank you for an amazing night and letting us send a message to our lost loved ones.
@leahmiessler_photo
Lanterns floating above our heads like stars. Staring in disbelief that something THIS magical could exist in real life.
@kylerlandes
It was a real breathtaking scene for sure. 10/10 recommend.
@kinley002
One of my top 5 favorite life moments.
@kalo.havea
Watching the lanterns was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking!
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Here's What to Expect...
Check in and pick your spot.
We recommend arriving to the venue with plenty of time to check in and get settled in your picnic spot. The venue is general admission and first come, first serve and picnic spots are mapped out in a grid marked by tiki torches.
There’s plenty to do while you wait.
After you get settled it's time to pick up your lanterns, check out the fire pits, s'mores kits, & merch available for sale, check out the offering of food, snacks, and alcohol available, and play some games.
Enjoy the live music and community vibe.
Around dusk we'll kick off the live music. Fred Lee is our resident musical act and he is PHENOMENAL. Enjoy the live music while the sun goes down. Bonus points if you make a new friend.
Hang by the fire and see who can make the best s’more.
The campfire vibe is what it's all about. If you want to step up your overall experience we have small Radiate fire pits and s'mores kits available for sale at the merch tent. Each fire is great for a group of 4-8 people.
Important Event Update
This event has been postponed to Sunday, October 26th.
Pocono Raceway
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Get your tickets before prices increase!
We are completely sold out for 2024! See you in 2025!
Regular Bird
Save $30.00 each!
$
44
- Includes entry and lantern kit
- Tickets required for ages 7 and up
Cyber Week Sale
Save $67.50 each!
$
27
50
- Includes entry and lantern kit
- Tickets required for ages 7 and up
At the Door Price
(If event is not sold out)
$
95
- Includes entry and lantern kit
- Tickets required for ages 7 and up
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Pocono Raceway
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A few things to know...
Weather & Postponements
Because Night Lights takes place outdoors, it is a weather dependent event. Like you, we don't like rescheduling our events, but it does happen from time to time due to rain or extreme winds that are out of our hands. In the event that we need to reschedule an event, all tickets will be automatically transferred to the new, rescheduled date.
Learn MoreTickets are Non-Refundable
Similar to a sporting event or concert, Night Lights Event does not offer general refunds — even if there is a postponement. Only those who purchased Ticket Protection through Night Lights directly will be eligible to receive a refund. Ticket Protection must be purchased for each ticket elegible for a refund.
Learn MoreTicket Protection
We understand that your plans can change — and, as a weather-dependent event, it may be inconvenient for you to attend your Night Lights Event if your event is postponed due to weather. Ticket protection can be added to your order during checkout and will allow you to receive a refund for any reason, including if the event is rescheduled.
Learn MorePriority Access
Priority Access is the Night Lights Event answer to a VIP experience. Before the event, you'll be shipped a package filled with our golden tickets and other fun swag exclusive to Priority Access attendees. At the event, you get your own registration line (yep, that’s right, you get to skip those long check-in lines!), PLUS 15% off anything you purchase!
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@jojobunce
Sent a little magic into the sky last night with the love of my life.
@jaredbkhamilton
Went to see the floating lights! Hopes, wishes, and dreams sent off into the sky.
@ijovy3
“This was a whole vibe and we had a great time. They had live music, tons of great food and everyone was really friendly!”
@daniellemariephotographypa
The most perfect day ever spent with good music, good friends, old and new, and incredible moments that take your breath away.
@brookemyers02
#nightlightsevent is a must!
@barbara.teerlink
It was beautiful to watch the lanterns go up and light up the sky. We definitely want to be back next year.
@antonioshiloh
One of the coolest things I’ve seen...
@alkaline_is_cure_
Had a good experience bonding with people last night.
@acapellamamma
There really is nothing cooler than being a part of a lantern festival.
Have another question?
Is this safe and legal?
We've worked closely with both state and local officials, as well as fire marshals, to ensure our event is executed safely and legally — especially with regard to the lighting and releasing of lanterns. Night Lights has received a permit for lighting and releasing lanterns. (In most places, this practice is illegal unless you have a permit in place.)
The lanterns that Night Lights use are specially-designed. They are 100% biodegradable, flame retardant, and have a fuel cell with a quicker burn time designed to fully burn out before returning to the earth's surface.
The lanterns that Night Lights use are specially-designed. They are 100% biodegradable, flame retardant, and have a fuel cell with a quicker burn time designed to fully burn out before returning to the earth's surface.
Doesn't this make a lot of trash?
The lanterns that we use are above industry standards and have been scientifically created and tested to leave no footprint. The lanterns are 100% biodegradable, flame retardant, and contain a fuel cell designed to fully burn out before the lantern returns to the earth's surface.
Each event is equipped with an experienced staff of lantern chasers who retrieve and gather sky lanterns for 48 hours after the event to ensure grounds are left clean and undisturbed.
Each event is equipped with an experienced staff of lantern chasers who retrieve and gather sky lanterns for 48 hours after the event to ensure grounds are left clean and undisturbed.
What happens before the launch?
Outside food policy is determined by the venue, not us. Sealed water is almost allowed but coolers are not. Across all Night Lights locations, there will be an array of food trucks, beer and wine gardens, and s'mores kits available for purchase.
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing camp chairs and blankets. Sun shades are nice if you plan on arriving earlier in the day. Strollers and wagons are ok, but the venue doesn't allow coolers. Also we don't allow pets or dogs unless they are a service animal.
Does everyone in my group need a ticket?
Children 6 and under are free and don't need a ticket to enter the event. All attendees age 7 and up will need a ticket to enter the event. Your ticket includes admission to the event area and your lantern kit. We don't offer or sell spectator passes.
How can I get the best deal on my tickets?
Our tickets work on a time & quantity tier system. This means that our ticket prices increase as we get closer to the event. Basically, this means that the price you see now is most likely the lowest the prices will be for the rest of the season. We like to reward our customers for buying their tickets early. :)
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