Lights and sparkles everywhere! The majestic Utopia Light Festival by Imaginarium is returning to Las Americas Premium Outlets in San Diego, dazzling visitors with 35,000 LED flower lights, enchanted forest mazes, and whimsical storybook creatures that transport you into a fantasy tale.
This year’s festival introduces a brand-new attraction: John’s Adrenaline Circus, featuring breathtaking acrobatics and hilarious comedy acts that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The exhibition runs from July 11 to October 12, open seven days a week with the following hours:
- Friday and Saturday: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Sunday to Thursday: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Admission is $21 for adults, with discounts available for children, seniors, and military personnel.
Imaginarium at Las Americas FAQ
- This is a family friendly event, but guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (21+).
- Imaginarium recommends visitors allow at least one hour to fully enjoy the attractions.
- For the best experience, visit at dusk to see the lights in their full glory.
- For safety reasons, skateboards, rollerblades, and scooters are not allowed. Strollers are permitted but subject to inspection.
- Tickets are non-refundable, but you may reschedule your visit or reuse your ticket for another day.
What is Imaginarium?
In 2011, Lulu Huang, the mastermind behind Imaginarium, led a team of entertainment-focused artists and technicians to create the first Chinese Lantern Festival in the U.S. Her dream was to bring to America one of her most joyful memories from where she grew up in China.
Since then, Imaginarium has evolved year after year, becoming a cherished tradition and a must-see attraction for locals and tourists crossing the Tijuana-San Diego border.
