Lotus Festival Echo Park

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751 Echo Park Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90026

The Lotus Festival, a cherished annual event in Los Angeles, celebrates the rich diversity of Asian and Pacific Islander cultures against the stunning backdrop of blooming lotus flowers at Echo Park Lake. This vibrant festival features a variety of activities, including music, dance performances, and a culinary journey through Asian and Pacific Islander cuisines.

Since its inception in 1972, the festival has evolved from a one-day event into a multi-day celebration, highlighting different cultures each year and fostering community engagement. Iconic traditions such as the Dragon Boat Races and the Lotus Flower 5K Run/Walk contribute to the festival's legacy, making it a beloved summer tradition for locals and visitors alike.

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3.542 reviews
Linda Y.
7/13/2025

Took an Uber to this festival. I didn't have to bother with parking. There were enough lotuses bloomed that I was content. Echo Park is great for taking a stroll around the water. On one end...

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Nubia O.
7/21/2023

This is the only one most iconic and popular festival that takes place here in Echo Park Lake. There used to be many others but for some reason they have stopped. It takes place every year during...

Hernalyn L.
7/15/2024

The lotus festival was kind of disappointment because they were advertising it was going to be colorful filipino theme. I thought it was going to be based on the culture of the philippines. That...

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Nadine C.
7/16/2018

Celebrating the Lotus Blossom! The Lotus Festival is a well organized, free event sponsored by the City of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation. It is the 38th year of food booths,...

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Erin K.
7/17/2018

I can't say I'm impressed with the festival. I was hoping for more booths that were themed to this year's theme (China), or more hipster handmade items to look at. There were many booths filled...

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