The moment has arrived! Mark your calendars for February 2, when ticket sales begin for the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Lantern Carnival. Prepare to be amazed by a dazzling 90-day spectacle where ancient lantern traditions meet stunning digital light art and drone shows. This immersive festival kicks off for the Lunar New Year and continues into early summer, promising an unforgettable experience for all.
Event details
Dates: Trial Operation: February 7-9; Full Operation: February 10-May 10
Location: Nansha Tianhou Palace Scenic Area & Nansha Binhai Park
Event highlights
Prepare for an unforgettable journey through a 2.5-kilometer lantern route featuring five immersive themed zones that blend traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology.
Iconic characters from popular franchises will delight visitors of all ages, while advanced tech like VR, digital lightscapes, and AI create interactive experiences. The festival also offers drone performances, themed light shows, live entertainment, and activities such as a New Year market, esports tournaments, and anime events.
Enjoy dual-adventure fun: daytime coastal rides and cultural explorations, followed by evenings aglow with lantern displays, culinary delights, and spectacular shows—all in one vibrant destination.
Operating hours
Binhai Park Area (Gate 1): 4:00 PM-10:30 PM.
Tianhou Palace Area (Gate 2): 5:00 PM-10:30 PM.
Important note: The Nansha Tianhou Palace Scenic Area maintains its regular daytime operations (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) during the festival. For separate daytime entry tickets, please refer to the official channels of the Guangzhou Nansha Tianhou Palace Tourist Attraction.
Ticket information
A variety of ticket options are available, from single-day passes to family packages, along with multiple preferential policies and special offers. Please see the official ticketing platform for the complete price guide.
Early bird & special offers:
Early Bird sale: February 2 - 3. Secure your Early Bird ticket for just 68 RMB, valid during the trial period (February 7 - 9). Limited to 13,000 tickets daily.
General Ticket sales: Open from February 4 to March 3.
Spring Festival Bonus: Visitors who purchase an adult ticket for the peak Spring Festival period (February 16 - March 3) can enjoy a return visit at the discounted rate of 68 RMB for an adult ticket between March 4 and May 10 by presenting their original valid ticket purchase proof.
Warm reminder
To enter the park for sightseeing, please be sure to bring relevant certificates: online ticket purchasers need to present the certificate used for online ticket purchase and the ticket QR code for entry; if you choose to purchase offline tickets, please bring valid identification to the ticket office to complete the ticket purchase procedures; discount ticket and free ticket holders need to present relevant certificates for entry to ensure person-certificate unity before entering.
A real-name ticket purchase system is implemented. Each user is limited to purchasing five tickets per day, and each user can only purchase one ticket within one day.
Ticket checking stops one hour before the daily closing time. Please arrange your sightseeing time reasonably.
If you do not use the ticket after purchase, please handle the refund operation through the corresponding purchase platform promptly (for offline purchases, please handle the refund procedures at the ticket office).
Don't miss 90 days of luminous romance in Guangzhou's Nansha! Gather your friends and family for this must-see celebration.
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Author | Jiang Chang
Photo | Guangzhou Nansha Fabu
