Tickets now on sale for 11th annual North Carolina Chinese Lantern FestivalCARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- The North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is returning this winter for its 11th year, and tickets are now on sale. The large lantern displays will showcase exceptional craftsmanship and artistic detail, offering guests a memorable experience throughout the festival grounds. Festival ticket options include Any Night Tickets, Twilight Session Tickets and Evening Session Tickets. Twilight Session Tickets allow early entry during the "Golden Hour," beginning 90 minutes before the regular opening time. This option offers smaller crowds and more time to experience the lantern displays before sunset.