Send your message out to the universe in one of the most symbolic ways possible at The Floating Lantern Matsuri. Whatever your message is, watch it float in glowing unison with all the other messages into the sunset.
The Floating Lantern Matsuri embraces everything about life, love, peace and friendship, providing you with a chance to get your thoughts down in writing and gently send them off onto destinations unknown. Whether your message is personal in memory of a lost loved one, a wish, a prayer or general words of encouragement and happiness for the world – put it on a lantern and watch it commence it’s peaceful, glowing journey on the evening tide.
Price: Free to attend
Lantern Kits: $15.00
If you would like to participate in the float we encourage you to pre purchase you lantern kit before the festival begins, as limited numbers are available.
Decorate your lantern at home or on the day at Gantheaume Point.
Lanterns will set sail at sunset and we encourage you to bring your swimming gear as there’s a possibility of getting a bit wet when launching your lanterns into the water.
Make a lovely evening of it and bring a picnic.
Floating Lantern VIP: $150.00
Experience the spectacular Floating Lantern Matsuri in style, enjoying uninterupted sunset views from our exclusive Floating Lantern VIP lounge.
Your VIP pass includes event entry, with access to the Floating Lantern VIP lounge, your floating lantern kit, open bar just for VIPs & a special menu of Japanese canapes.
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Where
For the safety of all patrons, no public vehicle access will be allowed on Gantheaume Point Beach during the Floating Lantern Matsuri. A FREE shuttle bus service will be available from Cable Beach to Gantheaume Point Beach will be provided by Broome Explorer Bus:
To Gantheaume Point:
Bus 1 -3:30pm Cable Beach Club Resort – Turf Club Car Park – Gantheaume Point
Bus 2 -3.55pm Cable Beach Club Resort – Turf Club Car Park – Gantheaume Point
Bus 3 -4:20pm Cable Beach Club Resort – Turf Club Car Park – Gantheaume Point
Return:
Bus 1 -6:30pm Gantheaume Point – Turf Club Car Park – Cable Beach Club Resort
Bus 2 -6:45pm Gantheaume Point – Turf Club Car Park – Cable Beach Club Resort
Bus 3 -7:00pm Gantheaume Point – Turf Club Car Park –Cable Beach Club Resort