Chinese Lantern Making Workshops

About this event

The Center for Cultural & Creative Exchange (CCCE) brings the beauty and tradition of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival to Bridgewater Commons with a spectacular celebration of light, culture, and creativity. Guests can explore 15 illuminated, handcrafted Chinese lanterns—some soaring up to 10 feet tall—displayed throughout the center’s first two levels. Hands-on lantern-making and cultural craft workshops will also be offered in the Events Space. Also known as the Moon Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a cherished celebration centered on family, togetherness, and gratitude. Traditionally, families gather to share mooncakes, admire the full moon, and enjoy colorful lantern displays and festivities. Mid-Autumn Chinese Lantern Exhibit Date/Time: Sat, October 3 – Sun, October 11; On display during open mall hours. Location: Lower and Main Levels Date/Time: Sat, October 3 – Sun, October 4, 12pm – 6pm Location: Events Space, located next to Vans on the Main Level Cost: $5 for your Lantern Kit Established in 2019, CCCE is a non-profit organization founded in New Jersey and its mission of CCCE is twofold: to help preserve Chinese culture and heritage and to promote unity, harmony, and respect for all demographic groups within the community. Through sharing East Asian culture and art, CCCE provides several cultural events annually including The Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, Lunar Chinese New Year and many more.

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