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Lantern Parade 2026

Celebrate a Summer Tradition

Let Your Light Shine

From 1935–2011, the Vollrath Bowl Lantern Parade marked the end of the recreation department’s summer playground program each August. In some years they had thousands of participants who made themed lanterns, walked in the parade, spectated, performed skits, and showcased a flashlight dance.

Throughout the summer, Sheboygan County Museum invites children and families to combine history with creation as this Sheboygan tradition is reimagined. Participants can stop by the Museum’s lantern-making tables on Mondays in August at Vollrath Bowl. Then, help our community shine brightly together at the culminating parade.

Lantern Making at the bowl - August 3

Vollrath Park 
4:30pm – 6:30pm
Free

Lantern Making at the bowl - August 10

Vollrath Park
4:30pm – 6:30pm
Free

Lantern Making at the Bowl - August 17

Vollrath Park
4:30pm – 6:30pm
Free

2026 lantern parade - AUGUST 17

Vollrath Park 
8:00pm – 8:30pm
Free

RAIN DATE: August 24, 2026
Making: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Parade: 8:00pm-8:30pm

purchase a throwback lantern kit

Based on original lantern patterns and stencils from the Vollrath Bowl Lantern Parade now part of the Museum’s collection. Purchase a kit and create a modern version of a classic.

Available June – August at the Sheboygan County Museum gift shop. 

Made Possible In Part By kohler foundation, inc.

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