Dream Glow Lights Festival to Illuminate Southern California with Grand Opening Celebration at Wild Rivers Waterpark in Irvine
This holiday season, Southern California will shine brighter with the arrival of the Dream Glow Lights Festival hosted by Wild Rivers Waterpark in Irvine. The all-new holiday light experience makes its West Coast debut from Nov. 14-Dec. 31, 2025, bringing an enchanting celebration of light, art, and culture to the region for the very first time. This landmark event features Southern California’s largest-ever celebration of traditional lantern artistry and immersive light innovation. Guests can explore illuminated pathways filled with dazzling, handcrafted displays that reimagine beloved holiday tales, mythical creatures, and fantastical worlds. Each installation is created by master artisans, blending time-honored craftsmanship with state-of-the-art lighting technology to deliver an unforgettable visual experience for audiences of all ages. “We set out to create a one-of-a-kind holiday experience for Southern California—one that celebrates creativity, beauty, and the rich artistry of Chinese culture,” said Woody W., founder of the Dream Glow Lights Festival. “Our goal is to illuminate hearts as brightly as the night sky.” Festival Highlights ● Illuminated realms: With endless larger-than-life light sculptures, Wild Rivers Waterpark will be transformed into a series of immersive themed zones, including Christmas Wonderland, The Realm of Dragons and Under the Sea, each bringing a unique touch of holiday magic to life. ● Interactive magic: Step into an infinite mirror maze, dance beneath laser portals, and move to the rhythm on an interactive dance floor — where light and imagination come alive. ● Immersive photo opportunities and glowing pathways such as the Arctic Snow Village perfect for capturing holiday memories. ● Themed food, festive snacks and drinks available for purchase during the event.
The event welcomes guests Wednesday through Sunday evenings, Nov. 14-Dec. 31, 2025, operating from 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekends and 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on weekdays. It will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, including Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Tickets are available now through the official Dream Glow Lights Festival website, starting at $52 for VIP admission, $36 for adult admission, and $25 for child admission (ages 4–12). Children ages three and under receive free admission, and on-site parking is complimentary. Guests can also elevate their experience by planning a group outing or special celebration, with exclusive event packages available. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.dreamglowfestival.com.
About Dream Glow Lights Festival:
Dream Glow Lights Festival transforms spaces into glowing wonderlands that blend art, culture, and technology. Featuring handcrafted lanterns created by master artisans from Zigong, China, the festival celebrates centuries of lantern-making heritage through immersive light installations, vibrant themed zones, and live cultural performances. Designed for guests of all ages, Dream Glow Lights Festival brings the magic of tradition and imagination to life in an unforgettable holiday experience. Visit www.dreamglowfestival.com for more information.