PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — It was a beautiful night to be out and about on Sunday. The Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square wrapped up its two-month run. Action News caught up with visitors soaking in every moment of this long holiday weekend.
“So fun, I’ve been wanting to come all summer long,” said Patty Van Zanten, of Warrington, Pa.
The final night of the Chinese Lantern Festival lit up Franklin Square in full technicolor.
“That’s why we had to get here,” said Barbara Wilson, of West Philadelphia.
For many, it was the perfect sendoff to the summer season.
“It’s awesome, and I’m a teacher, so this is my last hurrah for the summer,” said Van Zanten.
Crowds filled the park, families enjoyed the holiday weekend, and even the youngest visitors were enchanted.
“It’s just something to do, I’m excited, and I want him to experience it as well,” said Charlene Wilson, of West Philadelphia.
For some, this festival has become a tradition.
“So much fun, I come here almost every year. I just love seeing the art, everything they have to offer, the food, it’s just amazing,” said Thomas Hewitt, of Williamstown, N.J.
Tradition was the theme across the city. Drone 6 captured scenes in Fairmount Park, where families gathered to celebrate Labor Day weekend together.
“It’s all about family out here. I work a lot, so today, it’s nothing but love with the family on Labor Day,” said Andrew Stewart, of West Philadelphia.
This holiday weekend marks the unofficial end of summer. Families took one last dip in the pool, kids played outside, and everyone squeezed the most out of the long weekend.
“It’s about enjoying family and friends on the last day of summer vacation, and prayerfully, that everybody just has a good time,” said Gail Graves, of Overbrook.
Grills were fired up, serving holiday favorites from chicken to sausage to steak.
With perfect weather topping it all off, many said this summer’s final chapter couldn’t have ended on a brighter note.
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