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2017 Lotus and Lily Festival
July 15, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Celebrate global culture in the wild wetlands of Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens at the week long 2017 Lotus and Water Lily Festival! Join us at the only national park dedicated to growing aquatic plants for fun FREE activities for the whole family.
Are you wondering how to get there, what to bring, and what is the week long schedule of events? Check out https://www.nps.gov/keaq/planyourvisit/lotus-and-water-lily-festival.htm for more information!
See a spectacular display of lotus and water lilies in full bloom! Enjoy gardening workshops & traditional Latin, Asian & African dancing performances! Hands-on activities including face painting, lotus tea tasting, and painting demonstrations! Visit educational and cultural exhibitors and much more!
The National Park Service will use the Nixle Community Information Service to deliver special event information and emergency alerts via text message. Festival guests interested in receiving emergency alerts and updates about the Lotus and Water Lily Festival can text LILYFEST to 888777. Nixle service is free but carrier message rates may apply.
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