Bright Nights at Four Mile Historic Park, Denver’s original lantern festival experience, returns to
Denver this summer Wednesday through Sunday evenings, from 7-11 p.m., July 23 through Oct. 5.
Offering a mesmerizing blend of art by day and luminescent magic by night in partnership with Tianyu Arts and Culture, this year unveils new themes that invites guests to wander through the whimsical Farmhouse Flora and Fauna, step into a surreal Chinese Dreamland and dive into an expanded interactive zone full of surprises. More than 40 stunning new sculptures transform Four Mile Historic Park’s 12 acres into a luminous wonderland, filled with breathtaking, larger-than- life pieces that captivate visitors of all ages.
“We’re proud to continue Denver’s original lantern festival for a third year, with a brand-new, even more immersive experience for our guests and members,” said Jennifer LaGraff, CEO of Four Mile Historic Park. “Every possible inch of the Park will be covered in lanterns. From the moment guests enter through a massive tunnel of enchanting Chinese fairies, it’s a choose-your-own-adventure style of exploration with must-see lanterns and interactive experiences.”
Lantern highlights this year include the 23-foot-tall cherry blossom gate, the gooseberry tunnel, a massive 65-foot-long wheat farm and a bamboo forest, while interactive details include swings, a morning glory smoke machine, panda whack- a-mole – even a video call with the Cleveland Asian Lantern Festival – and many more extraordinary pieces.
Food and concessions are provided each evening by Big Belly Brother’s BBQ, including a Bites & Delights Bundle that features a choice of brisket or pulled pork sandwich, chicken tenders, cheeseburger, Impossible burger or all-beef hot dog; a side of waffle fries, mac and cheese, baked beans or potato salad; a Pepsi drink and a glow toy. Additional alcohol, soc drinks and water are also available for purchase. On Fridays and Saturdays, guests can enjoy shaved ice from Kona Ice of Hampden, and hot, fresh churros from The Aguilar Four.
Adults-only nights take place on Wednesdays, July 30, Aug. 27 and Sept. 17, with DJs, additional sponsor activations and more. Perfect for date nights or outings with friends, Adult Nights offer the chance to sip, stroll through the glow of magical lights and enjoy live music kid-free. Adult Night guests must be 21+ to enter.
Tickets range from $19-$48, and are available here. Proceeds from the 11-week installation support educational programs, signature events, animal care and the preservation of the Four Mile House Museum—the oldest standing structure in Denver.
For more information, visit fourmilepark.org.
Adult Members $20
Kids (3-12) Members $15
Peak Nights Fri & Sat
Adult Peak Nights $28
Kids (3-12) Peak Nights $21
Senior/Military with ID Peak Nights $27
Non-Peak Nights Wed, Thurs, Sun
Adult Non-Peak $26
Kids (3-12) Non - Peak Nights $19
Senior/Military with ID Non - Peak Nights $25
Bites & Delights Bundle Add $20
Tickets increase by $2 onsite at the Box Office
Senior/Military tickets must be purchased in-person with ID
For more information, visit fourmilepark.org.
About Four Mile Historic Park
Four Mile Historic Park is a gateway to Denver’s Western heritage, offering a vibrant 12-acre oasis with a working farm and Denver’s oldest standing structure, the Four Mile House Museum. The museum houses an extensive collection of mid to late 1800s western artifacts, serving educational, historical, curatorial and research purposes, and Four Mile welcomes visitors to explore the cultural history, gardens and grounds of the property, with ample space to stroll, enjoy a picnic, visit the resident farm of horses, goats, chickens and pigs, and step back in Ime. Today, more than 75,000 guests a weekend various education programs, partnerships and signature events annually, which promote preservation, interpretation and enjoyment of Denver’s western history. Educators primarily focus on school programs for K-12 youth, and also offered are staff-led and self-guided tours of the Four Mile House. For more information, visit fourmilepark.org.
Year-round partners and sponsors include Colorado Lokery, Elysian Brewing, Quantum Fiber, CBS Colorado, Visit Denver, Denver Parks & Recreation, City of Glendale, PepsiCo, SCFD and Westword.
