ExPErIEnCEs The Light Fantastic As the sun goes down, glorious displays of light twinkle and shine through the darkness. Enjoy the many ways to let the sparks fly with these spectacular events and cultural experiences throughout the state and throughout the year. By Taylor Garland WaterFire , held in May and September in downtown Sharon, boasts artistic displays of fire on the Shenango River, along with an artisan market, food vendors, and entertainment. May through October, stand back in awe at the Illuminated Fountain Performances at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, where you can awaken your senses to brilliant lights and dynamic music. Illuminated Fountain Performances Kennett Square Also in the summer, blaze your way to the Chinese Lantern Festival in Philadelphia to experience brilliant lantern displays, a 200-foot-long illuminated dragon, and stunning performances throughout Franklin Square. WaterFire Sharon Hersheypark Christmas Candylane Hershey Chinese Lantern Festival Philadelphia When the temperatures drop and the daylight dwindles, let your heart be light during the holiday season at the Hersheypark Christmas Candylane in Hershey. With animated light displays, holiday rides and coasters, and, of course, chocolate, the entire family will sparkle. 40 visitPA.com CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: BECCA MATHIAS FOR LONGWOOD GARDENS; C. SMYTH FOR VISIT PHILADELPHIA®; HERSHEYPARK; VISITMERCERCOUNTYPA