What is the DATE of the Lantern Parade?
- Saturday 21 June 2008
WHERE is the Parade?
- LISMORE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
- STARTS near the Library and Art in the Heart (cnr Keen & Magellan Street).
Lantern carriers and Official Marshals ONLY here please - Travels along...
- MAGELLAN STREET
- MOLESWORTH STREET (past the Art Gallery)
- MARKET STREET (turn right at the swimming pool)
- RIVERSIDE PARK (Heritage Park)
- Through the Ceremonial Gates
- PLEASE give DONATIONS generously for the FIERY FINALE
WHAT TIME does it Start/Finish?
- The Parade SETS OFF at 5.30pm
- It is PLANNED to ARRIVE at Riverside Park at approx 6. 15 pm
- THE FINALE will START at 6.45pm and FINISH at 7.30pm
- The Ceremonial Gates will OPEN at 4.30 pm - remember to cross the palms of the Magical Mythic Gatekeepers with many GOLD COINS and step into a place 'out of time'
WHEN are the ROADS CLOSED?
- The Lismore Library Car Park car park will be CLOSED ALL DAY on Saturday 21 June.
- Carrington Street North will be CLOSED ALL DAY, from Eggins Lane, access to County Lane with caution from Keen Street to the laneways.
- Victoria Street from Market Street to the Dog Run, including the Boat Ramp and Car Park will be closed ALL DAY on FRIDAY 20 June and SATURDAY 21 June 2008
- There are also Temporary Road Closures along MAGELLAN, MOLESWORTH and MARKET Streets from approximately 4.45pm as the parade assembles (Magellan @ Dawson Street end) with rolling closures as the parade travels through the CBD.
- ALL ROADS (except Carrington Street North) will be open by 6.30pm
Is there a CHARGE to watch the Lantern Parade?
- The Lantern Parade is FREE, however, DONATIONS are gratefully received. Identified Donation Collectors will be walking around in the parade.
- For THE SPECTACULAR FINALE we ask for MINIMUM $2 GOLD COINS DONATIONS per person (MORE is ALWAYS appreciated!!)
- PRE-EVENT payment available, call 02 66226333 for more information
- This is the Lantern Parade’s main fundraising activity. The Magical GATE KEEPERS will help you here.
WHAT should I BRING to the Lantern Parade?
- Dress up in WARM clothes
- A TARP and/or BLANKET to SIT on
- GOLD COINS or paper $$$ for DONATIONS and support the WINTER WARMERS FOOD STALLS , charity fundraisers
Can I JOIN the Lantern Parade?
- Sorry, NO, only registered lantern carriers may walk in the parade.
Official Parade Participants receive a wristband allowing access to the Reserved Viewing Area. Space in this area is limited.
Can I BUY a LANTERN to carry in the parade?
- YES, simple lanterns to decorate will be on sale from 10.00am, at the Kids Fest Activities - at the Lismore Regional Arts Gallery
Can I BRING my OWN LANTERN?
- NO, sorry, you can make your lantern and have it checked at the LightnUp Workshop BEFORE the lantern parade. Our Public Liability Insurance requires that ALL lanterns must be approved by the Parade Organisers.
WHERE is the BEST PLACE to WATCH THE PARADE?
- ANYWHERE along the route, especially along MAGELLAN St & MARKET St
- IF you intend to go to the FINALE AS WELL stand in Molesworth and Market Streets and follow the back of the parade and enter the finale area through the Ceremonial Gates, remember your GOLD COINS for donation to the event!
- Some people watch from the MOTELS along Molesworth St
- You can also go DIRECTLY to the FINALE site at RIVERSIDE PARK, the lantern parade will do a circuit in the arena so EVERYONE has a chance to see the parade lanterns!
- We will be providing a BIG SCREEN on the top of the levee bank so EVERYONE can see the magic of the finale performance!
- Remember to bring donations - $2 per person or more, if you can
- We request that people near the front of the finale performance SIT DOWN on the grass so that as many people as possible have a good view, THANK YOU FOR CARING!
- And talking about caring - PLEASE take all your RUBBISH away with you - there will be lots of BINS too.
WHERE can I PARK my CAR? WHEN are the ROADS CLOSED?
- There are a lot of car parks in the Lismore CBD, the Rainbow Region Visitor Information Centre can provide maps
WHERE can I STAY? HOW can I get there?
- Rainbow Region Visitor Information Centre can help with Info & Bookings,
or
- Book on-line www.visitlismore.com.au
- FLY with REX airlines direct to the Lismore Airport
- LightnUp HIRES their vehicles from HERTZ Car Rentals & Lismore Car Rentals please support those who support us.
Will there be FOOD at the Lismore Lantern Parade?
- YES, Lismore has some excellent cafes and restaurants, this year we are proud to support the CAFÉ AND CULTURE TRAIL, an initiative of Lismore City Council and Southern Cross University.
- WINTER WARMERS hot food & drink stalls at Riverside Park supplied by local Charity, Community and Service organisations as fundraisers for their groups.
- The Lantern Parade does not use commercial Food Vans in order to support our hospitality industry and local Charities who run the Winter Warmers
HOW can I GET INVOLVED?
There are LOTS of OPPORTUNITIES for participation...
- Volunteer parade MARSHALLS and TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS.- Lanterneers - carrying the beautiful feature lanterns in the parade, 150 lantereers needed
- Performers - The Mythic Gatekeepers
- Dancers and Band in the Parade
- Back stage crew
- Site set up and break down
- Admin assistance etc
- Call the Lantern Workshop 02 6622 6333
or
- go through the Lismore Neighbourhood Centre Volunteer Program 02 6621 7397
or
- your local Work for the Dole or Job Network Provider
What if it is RAINING on the day?
- The Lantern Parade will go ahead UNLESS it is considered dangerous for the participants
OR
- if Riverside Park is waterlogged or under water, the last cancellation call will be made at 4.00pm 21 June 2008
Call 02 66226333 for information.
- If it is raining where YOU are, it may well be OK in Lismore, so:
Call the Rainbow Region Visitor Information Centre 1300 369 795
Are there FACILITIES for people with DISABILITIES?
- YES, we can provide a pass to bring your car close to the finale site and access to special seating area. Please CONTACT the Lantern Workshop on 02 66226333 to make arrangements. Limited space available - please book by Friday 20 June.
- We also provide Signing for the Hearing Impaired.
