The show also highlighted Asian American artists and their contributions to the art forms. Event organizers say paper lanterns were chosen as a symbol of spring and a nod to many cultures having their own unique lanterns that represent light and awareness while still embodying different cultural meanings.
World-renowned burlesque dancer Frankie Fictitious headlined the show. Madame Mira, Ling and Kasey Crimson were among the other performers on stage.
Keep scrolling to see everything we experienced at Paper Lanterns.
Photos by Aidan Mahoney
