Tianyu Lights Festival brings magic to Concord Mills this spring

From April 18 to June 22, you can embark on a fantastic journey at the Tianyu Lights Festival, where the luminous displays at Concord Mills in Charlotte will inspire wonder and joy. Visitors can explore 25 stunning handcrafted art installations across three themed areas: Enchanted Land, Animal Kingdom, and Ocean World. There’s also an illuminated playground designed for all ages, especially for young visitors to touch and interact with the art.

The festival features live performances, a marketplace with unique souvenirs, and plenty of snacks and drinks for purchase. It’s located at 8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC, with free parking available. Tickets are required for specific dates and entry times. The last entry is at 9:00 PM, and ticket holders can stay until closing at 10:00 PM on weekdays and 10:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

In-person tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for children ages 3-11. Children under three years old always get in free. Online ticket prices during the week are $20 for ages 12 and up and $15 for ages 3-11. A Four Pack (any four visitors) is $72, and groups of 10 or more can get tickets for $17 per person during the week. On weekends, online prices are $24 for adults and $18 for children, with a Four Pack costing $86 and group tickets at $20 per person.