STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.-- Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden will shine brighter than ever this season.

The NYC Winter Lantern Festival, sponsored by Empire Outlets and Snug Harbor, is set to take over seven acres of Livingston from Nov. 28 to Jan. 6, 2019. The all-ages festival promises to include 40 LED installations that stretch up to 30 feet tall.

“I wanted to take a classic Chinese tradition and transform it into an unforgettable event in the United States," said Conglin Miao, producer of the festival. “I think of the NYC Winter Lantern Festival as an immersive, creative and unique display of lights and art. An awe-inspiring place for everyone to enjoy.”

Displays shipped from China arrived on the lawn of South Meadow on Thursday morning waiting to be set up for the month-long festival. Aside from decorative displays, the festival promises to include a martial arts showcase, lion dances, sugar painting and a “fun zone” where attendees can dance, drink and enjoy some downtime.

“Visitors will have the chance to explore our grounds in a completely different light—literally!" said Aileen Fuchs, Snug Harbor President and CEO. "[The festival] is a perfect addition to Snug Harbor’s many opportunities for cultural exchange and unique visitor experiences, such as our renowned New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden, and reinforces how our campus continues to be a prime destination for world-class events like this one.”

You didn’t think this month-long fest was going to skip the holiday season, did you? Nope, organizers are partnering with New York Events & Entertainment (NEWYORKEE) to provide a variety of holiday vendors festivities commence.

“Empire Outlets is proud to support and sponsor cultural events that enhance the vibrant North Shore community and drives interest for new visitors," said Joseph Ferrara, Developer and Partner of Empire Outlets. “This is the beginning of many creative and entertainment festivals that will come to Staten Island’s North Shore and we are proud to be a pioneer of these efforts.”

CHECK IT OUT YOURSELF

Here’s how you can snag tickets to this mega-event taking place on the grounds of 1000 Richmond Terr. The festival will be open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 5-10 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 5-11 p.m.

Performances — included in the price of admission — are 7 and 8 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Tickets are $23 general admission, $15 for children under the age of 12, seniors and those in the military. For more information, visit NYCWinterLanternFestival.com.