One of Lismore's 'must do' events is only eight (8) days away. The much-anticipated Lismore Lantern Parade is set to light up the CBD with its mesmerising lantern parade, Fiery Finale performance and vibrant display of community spirit.

This year, the event organisers are thrilled to announce new accessibility features, ensuring that more people can enjoy the magic of the Fiery Finale in Riverside Park.

For the first time, the Lismore Lantern Parade will feature a dedicated accessible viewing space at the Fiery Finale. Located at the town end of the Riverside Park car park, this 10x12 metre area is designed to accommodate those who cannot access the grassy areas of Riverside Park. The space includes:

• 10 wheelchair user places
• 20 regular seats
• Standing room for 20 people
• Nearby accessible bathroom facilities

The accessible viewing space will directly face a large screen which will show the events of the main stage of the Fiery Finale. Please note that you can’t directly view the main stage from the accessible space, it is only the screen. We are unable to provide captioning on the screen. An Auslan interpreter will be signing next to the screen.

A vehicle drop off point is located approx. 50 metres from the accessible space. It is drop-off only for those with tickets to the accessible space. All drop-offs need to be before 5.45pm or after 6.30pm.

People in the parade or walking behind the parade can access the area by turning right into the car park instead of going onto the grassy area of Riverside Park. 

ACCESSIBLE TOILETS

Riverside Park, Carpark

There is an accessible toilet located in the car park area of Riverside Park. The bathroom space is large and equipped with grab rails behind and on one side of the toilet. The toilet is of standard height and has no back cistern. A cold-water basin is available with a round tap handle. The door opens outwards and is quite heavy. The outside of the door has a round handle and on the inside there is a lever handle. There is no adult or child change table facilities. The toilets will be open and do not have a MLAK key entry.

Other accessible toilets can be found at Lismore Central – 44 Carrington Street.

AUSLAN INTERPRETER

Two Auslan interpreters will be at the Fiery Finale. One at the side of the main stage and the other beside the screen in the Accessible Viewing Space in the car park.

The Accessible Viewing Space is ticketed, however it would be possible to still view the Auslan interpreter from the grassed area behind the Accessible Viewing Space.

SENSORY

There will be fireworks display as part of the Fiery Finale between 6.30pm-7.30pm and a cultural burn. Whilst the fireworks are low-key they are still loud, bright and smokey.

There will be large crowds watching the parade and the Fiery Finale, personal space will be limited, and it will be noisy and busy.

There are no designated sensory tents or spaces planned for 2024.

BOOKING INFORMATION

Bookings are essential for the accessible viewing space. Secure your spot via Humanitix or by scanning the QR code below. Only ticket holders will be permitted entry to the area.

(If viewing this on your phone, click to go to the website, www.lismoreapp.com.au, then scan the QR Code)

FEEDBACK

We are trying to improve the accessibility of the Parade and The Fiery Finale so that it is suitable for everyone. We welcome your feedback regarding what has worked well and what can be improved for next year. Please email festival@lanternparade.com or call 02 6622 6333

Join the 2,500 participants and the 15,000+ people in celebrating the 2024 Lismore Lantern Parade, where inclusivity and community shine as brightly as the lanterns themselves.