Lantern Collection: What You Need to Know

For those who have successfully purchased lanterns this year – thank you!

Here’s how the lantern process will work on the night:

✅ After purchasing online, you’ll receive a QR code ticket and confirmation email (please note, purchases are non-refundable and is clearly noted on your ticket). 

✅ On event day, visit one of the signposted Lantern Token kiosks in the main event area between 4–7pm. Show your QR code to a staff member to receive your Lantern Token. 1 x lantern token = 1 lantern. Lost tokens cannot be replaced.

(We strongly encourage you to collect your token as soon as you arrive at the event. Please do not wait until 7pm, as this puts added pressure on the team and may delay your experience).

✅ From 7.10pm, make your way in an orderly manner to the lantern release zone on the rugby field, where awaiting staff will exchange your lantern token for a lantern.

✅ Once you receive your lantern, make your way safely into the release zone and start preparing your lantern. Volunteers in high-vis vests will be assisting the crowds with the lighting of lanterns, and please consider little children and keep them close.

✅ Please respect the 7.30pm countdown release call made by our MC. Patience will be required please, as we collectively release the lanterns strictly at 7.30pm and no sooner. Thank you in advance.

Tip: arrive early, get your token, then relax! Grab dinner, enjoy the festivities!

🌧️ Weather Notice: If winds exceed 15kph or rainfall occurs, the lantern release will be postponed to Sunday 3rd August at 7.30pm. A call will be made before lantern pick-up occurs. If conditions remain unsuitable, the release will be cancelled, and lanterns will not be distributed or refunded – this is a safety compliance requirement.

📺 All participants must watch the “How to Safely Light Your Lantern” video available on the purchase page, on your QR code ticket & confirmation, and in the Q&A on the main page.

Let’s make this year’s release one to remember – safely, joyfully, and under a glowing sky!