Farnham Lantern Festival
Gostrey Meadow, Union Road, Farnham, Farnham · 29 October 2026
Image: Gostrey Meadow, Union Road, FarnhamImage: Gostrey Meadow, Union Road, Farnham
Farnham's third Lantern Festival takes place on Thursday 29 October 2026, inspired by the Celtic festival of Samhain. The evening starts at 5pm with live music and lantern displays on Gostrey Meadow, followed at 6.30pm by a procession through the town centre to St Andrew's Church. It suits families and is free to attend, with booking recommended.
Highlights
- Free outdoor event on Gostrey Meadow from 5pm
- Lantern procession through Farnham town centre at 6.30pm
- Lanterns displayed as a community installation at St Andrew's Church
Getting there
Gostrey Meadow, Union Road, Farnham, GU9 7PT
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