The present invention relates to an ambiance lighting system that more than one of a translucent panel aligned and connected together to form a perimeter having a top edge, and an interior region. A light control panel comprises one or more light-emitting diode (LED), and a power source. One or more of a sleeve have an open edge, the light control panel slides into the open edge and is retained in the sleeve, the sleeve is secured across the top edge of the translucent panel, the light control panel is orientated within the sleeve so that the LED illuminate the interior region projecting light through the translucent panel creating an ambiance lighting effect. Exemplary embodiments include a handle for carrying, use of Fresnel lenses, and creating a kit of ambiance lighting system parts that a consumer can assemble.