The city of Los Angeles is thrilled to invite Angelenos to join in on the celebration of the 42nd Lotus Festival this weekend. This wonderful event will honor and showcase the vibrant people and culture of Indonesia.
The festival will take place on July 15-16 from noon to 8 p.m. at Echo Park. Since its inception in 1972, this annual event has grown to become one of the largest festivals in the city, promoting awareness and appreciation for the contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander communities to Los Angeles.
In a statement, Councilman Hugo Soto-Martínez, who represents the 13th Council District including Echo Park, expressed his excitement, saying, “We’re thrilled to welcome over 100,000 visitors to the iconic Echo Park Lake this year, as the lotus flowers are in full bloom, for the 42nd Annual Lotus Festival to celebrate the rich culture of Indonesia.”
Councilwoman Eunisses Hernandez, who chairs the council’s Neighborhoods and Community Enrichment Committee, also shared her anticipation for the event, saying, “We look forward to coming together with the community and visitors.”
The festival coincides with the traditional blooming of the lotus flower, which symbolizes “rebirth,” according to a statement from the Department of Recreation and Parks, co-organizer of the event alongside the Los Angeles Lotus Festival.
Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities during the festival, including dragon boat races, Asian cuisine and beverages, various vendors, and a dedicated children’s area.
Additionally, participants can engage in the department’s augmented reality game called “Agents of Discovery,” a free mobile game that allows people of all ages to complete missions while learning about the natural, cultural, and historical resources found in parks.
Furthermore, the Lotus Festival will feature the “Lights of Dreams Lantern” event, which is inspired by Indonesia’s Buddhist festival where rice paper lanterns are released onto bodies of water.
Describing the lantern event, the organizers state, “In Asian cultures, illuminated paper lanterns symbolize our hope for a brighter future, appreciation for our loved ones, and memories of those who have passed away.”
While admission to the Lotus Festival is free, tickets for the lantern event can be purchased at a cost of $20 to $30 through bit.ly/3rtD96x.
“The Department of Recreation and Parks is proud and excited to celebrate the Asian and Pacific Islander culture, with a special focus on Indonesia this year,” said Jimmy Kim, the department’s general manager.
Limited shuttle services and sign language interpreters will be available. Echo Park can be found along Glendale Boulevard, south of Sunset Boulevard.
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