Berwyn Lantern Parade & Workshops
2019 Lantern Parade in Atlanta. Photos by Jane Sirinek
Create your own lanterns (scroll to the bottom for resources) or join us for one of our FREE lantern workshops, details below.
Registration is required to ensure enough materials are available for everyone!
TWEEN/Teen Lantern Making Workshop @ the Y
August 3rd, 9–11am
PAV YMCA
Adults are also welcome!
Join local artist, Carolyn Kassnoff, for a FREE lantern-making workshop. Learn to make stunning paper lanterns. Artist Website
Animal Head Lantern Workshop for Adults
September 10th, 6–8pm
Friendly Tap, Community Room
Join local artist, Susan Hall, creating one of a kind animal head lanterns worthy of display.
This workshop is free, with 15 available spots.
We suggested a donation of $20 to off-set the artist’s fees and materials, $450.
Registration Details to come
LANTERN WORKSHOP for Seniors
September 12, 9:30–10:45am
North Berwyn Park District
1619 Wesley Ave
Details to come
D98 Family Lantern Workshop
September 25
Berwyn North School District 98
Lantern Table at the Fairy Tale Ball
September 29th
Proksa Park
Join the BPAI Lantern Committee at the Berwyn Libraries 15th Fairy Tale Ball,
Thank you to our Sponsors
$500+ Glow Sponsor
$250+ Spark Sponsor
Support this event with a Sponsorship or Donation, download the form!
Workshop costs range from $250-500, your sponsorship or tax-deductible donation helps us set off these costs, and provide free or low-cost programming to your community.
Inaugural Lantern Parade
October 4th, 6–8pm
Proksa Park
On Saturday, October 4th 2025, join us in celebration of our creative community with the inaugural Berwyn Lantern Parade through Proksa Park. Throughout the year we are partnering with various community groups to offer FREE lantern-making workshops for all ages. Bring your creations, whether made in a workshop with us or something you make at home, to our music-filled nighttime parade alongside your Berwyn neighbors and friends. Keep an eye on this page as we add more workshops and opportunities.
Whether you'd like to walk the parade with us or watch the fun as a spectator; residents, visitors, schools, local organizations, and businesses, everyone is invited to make a lantern and join in the fun.
Important Event Notice for Public Safety:
Hand-held, non-flying lanterns only!
Battery-operated lights only, no candles or flame!
Handmade or upcycled lanterns highly encouraged!
Resources
How to Make Lanterns video from Eden Project Communities
Chantelle Rytter and Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons Lantern Ideas and Inspiration
Craft Bunker's How to Make Fish Lanterns
Upcycled Plastic Bottle Lanterns from the Newbury Town Library
And if you want to go big: How to Build a Giant Lantern from Small Pond Arts
Here is our Lantern Committee’s Pinterest Board for inspiration
CONCLUDED WORKSHOPS — Thanks for Attending
Lantern Making Workshop for Tweens & Teens
July 9th, 5-7pm, Berwyn Public Library
Come at 5PM for some food to fuel your creativity.
Join local artist, Carolyn Kassnoff, for a lantern-making workshop. Learn to make stunning paper lanterns. Enjoy them at home and bring them out for the Lantern Parade in Proksa Park on October 4, 2025. Artist Website
Lantern Making Workshop for all ages
July 16th, 5–7pm, Berwyn Public Library
Create beautiful lanterns using recycled materials. Enjoy a fun, eco-friendly activity with your family and connect with our community.
Why Join?
• Creative Fun: Design unique lanterns.
• Eco-Friendly: Promote recycling.
• Quality Time: Make lasting memories.
• Community Spirit: Meet other families.
Bringing your own recycled materials is optional.