Lantern Festival

2024 - 2 - 24

Experience the Magical World of Lantern Festivals: A Cultural Extravaganza

Chinese culture - Cultural celebrations - Dragon dance - Lantern displays - Lantern Festival - Traditional rituals

Dive into the vibrant world of Lantern Festivals with dazzling lights, dragon dances, and traditional activities!

Lantern festivals in China are a vibrant celebration steeped in ancient traditions. From the boisterous scenes in Baihe Town to the cultural extravaganza of the Zigong Lantern Festival, each event showcases the richness of Chinese heritage. People across China come together to witness dragon dances, enjoy lantern displays, and indulge in glutinous rice balls like yuanxiao and tangyuan. The Qiantong Lantern Festival Parade in east China and the ongoing 2024 Zhangjiajie Lantern Festival add to the festive spirit.

Chinese Cultural Centers worldwide, like the one in Romania, also join the festivities, offering a glimpse into the beauty of Chinese traditions. As the smallest full moon of 2024 graces the night sky on Lantern Festival night, stargazers are in for a celestial treat. Hongkou District in Shanghai lights up with lantern festival celebrations, showcasing intangible cultural heritage and the artistry of lantern makers.

The Lantern Festival's charm extends beyond China, with celebrations in Romania and unique modern twists like lantern-themed headwear. Did you know that the Lantern Festival marks the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar? And, lanterns were traditionally used to guide lost spirits, but now symbolize hope and renewal. Experience the magic of Lantern Festivals and immerse yourself in a cultural experience like no other!

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Celebrating ancient traditions of lantern festival (SHINE)

A special event replicating the boisterous scenes of Lantern Festival celebrations and unique activities dating back to ancient times in Baihe Town of Qingpu ...

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Various activities held to greet upcoming Lantern Festival in China ... (People's Daily Online)

People perform a dragon dance in celebration of the upcoming Lantern Festival in Sanlin Town of Pudong New Area, east China's Shanghai Municipality, Feb.

Zigong Lantern Festival: A cultural extravaganza in radiant night (CGTN)

The Zigong Lantern Festival is a traditional cultural spectacle bathed in the brilliance of lantern lights, transforming the city into a magical realm rich ...

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Bustling Lantern Festival witnesses China's economic vitality and ... (ecns)

For Chinese people, eating yuanxiao or tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), enjoying lantern displays, and making nocturnal visits are traditional activities during ...

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Qiantong Lantern Festival Parade held in east China (Xinhua)

An aerial drone photo shows villagers and tourists participating in the Qiantong Lantern Festival Parade in Qiantong Town, Ninghai County, east China's ...

Glimpses of China's vibrant Lantern Festival celebrations (Xinhua)

Follow the two cute AI-generated mascots to explore the varied rituals and traditions of the Lantern Festival. Guess lantern riddles, make sweet dumplings, ...

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Lantern Festival celebrated at Chinese Cultural Center in Romania ... (People's Daily Online)

A child, with mother's help, tries Chinese calligraphy during an event celebrating the Lantern Festi.

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Ongoing 2024 Zhangjiajie Lantern Festival of the Year of Dragon ... (Yahoo Finance)

ZHANGJIAJIE, CHINA / ACCESSWIRE / February 23, 2024 / Organized by the Zhangjiajie Municipal People's Government and other institutions, the Zhangjiajie ...

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Lantern Festival celebrated at Chinese Cultural Center in Romania (Xinhua)

A child, with mother's help, tries Chinese calligraphy during an event celebrating the Lantern Festival at the Chinese Cultural Center in Bucharest, Romania ...

Smallest full moon of 2024 to shine on Lantern Festival's night sky (CGTN)

Stargazers can expect the smallest full moon of the year during their Lantern Festival dinners. Xiu Lipeng, a member of the Chinese Astronomical Society, ...

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Hongkou lights up with lantern festival celebrations (SHINE)

The Hongkou Intangible Cultural Heritage Lantern Fair on Wan'an Road in Jiangwan Town. Hongkou District marked the Lantern Festival with a showcase of ...

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Glutinous rice balls and bright lanterns light up the Lantern Festival ... (People's Daily Online)

Today marks the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar, the day when the Lanter.

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Culture&Life | Lantern Festival celebration lights up the night in SW ... (Xinhua)

People attend a "Wulong Xuhua" show to celebrate the Lantern Festival in Taijiang County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Feb. 23, 2024.

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Interesting Chinese Festival | Lanterns as headwear during the ... (ecns)

The Lantern Festival could also be the "Valentine's Day"? You heard it right! Don't just immerse yourselves in Yuanxiao eating. Get dressed up, join the ...

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Union hosts Lantern Festival celebration for city's workforce (SHINE)

The celebration featured traditional Lantern Festival activities such as riddle guessing as well as intangible cultural heritage shows including folk customs, ...

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VIDEO: Customers rush to buy tangyuan for Lantern Festival (Radio Taiwan International)

Lantern Festival is on Saturday and business is booming at traditional glutinous rice ball shops, with extra hands rushing to keep up with demand.Vide...

Lantern Festival: A blend of tradition and modern vibrancy (CGTN)

Performers engage in a dragon dance, during the Qiantong Lantern Festival Parade in Qiantong Town, Ninghai County, east China's Zhejiang Province, ...

Ancient Street Illuminated with Colorful Lanterns, Brightening the ... (PRNewswire)

PRNewswire/ -- February 24th, on the ancient streets of Xijindu in Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province, the annual Lantern Festival celebration was in full ...

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People attend "Wulong Xuhua" show to celebrate Lantern Festival in ... (Xinhua)

People attend a "Wulong Xuhua" show to celebrate the Lantern Festival in Taijiang County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Feb. 23, 2024.

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People celebrate Lantern Festival across China (Xinhua)

Actors perform dragon dance in Yongding District of Zhangjiajie, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 24, 2024. People across the country celebrate the ...

Ancient Street Illuminated with Colorful Lanterns, Brightening the ... (Yahoo Finance)

February 24th, on the ancient streets of Xijindu in Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province, the annual Lantern Festival celebration was in full swing with ...

China Focus: Chinese people celebrate Lantern Festival with joy ... (新华网)

BEIJING, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) -- A seven-day temple fair opened in south China's city of Guangzhou on Saturday, celebrating the Lantern Festival and presenting ...

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Digital avatar reads Chinese poem on Lantern Festival (CGTN)

February 24 marks the Lantern Festival, which falls 15 days after Chinese New Year's Day. Listen to a classic Chinese poem on the Lantern Festival read by ...

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Chinese people celebrate Lantern Festival with joy, hope (Xinhua)

BEIJING, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) -- A seven-day temple fair opened in south China's city of Guangzhou on Saturday, celebrating the Lantern Festival and presenting ...

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Lantern Festival 2024: Google Celebrates the Day With A Special ... (Jagran Josh)

Lantern Festival 2024 Dazzles with Google Doodle and Cultural Delights. Celebrate with vibrant traditions, sky lanterns, & delicious treats!

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Exploring Chinese civilization: How a U.S. vlogger celebrates the ... (CGTN)

Lantern Festival, or Yuan Xiao Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival that falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month, marking the end of the ...

Yingge dance, folk lanterns attract crowds at Lantern Festival in ... (Global Times)

Aiming at celebrating the Chinese Lantern Festival on Saturday, the “2024 Shantou International Lantern Show” has been held at Shantou, a city in Guangdong ...

Lantern Festival reunion event held for Taiwan businessmen on ... (CGTN)

A reunion event for Taiwan businessmen to celebrate the Lantern Festival was held Saturday in Beijing by the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of ...

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Yangpu lights up with vibrant lantern festival parade (SHINE)

Traditional performances, including many of the UN-designated categories of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) from across the Yangtze River Delta region, were ...

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Over 1.5m visitors expected to attend Putrajaya Lake Lantern Festival (Malay Mail)

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 24 — The inaugural Putrajaya Lake Lantern Festival 2024 organised by Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) is expected to attract over 1.5 million ...

Lantern Festival function held for Taiwan business people on ... (新华网)

At the event, Song Tao, head of the two offices, delivered remarks and extended festive greetings to Taiwan compatriots. Song said that the mainland's sound ...

Expats join elderly in celebrating Lantern Festival (SHINE)

Initiated by the Shanghai NEY Charity Foundation, the event created a festive atmosphere at the compound featuring community-based care for the elderly ...

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Lights, Laughter, and Love: Unveiling Lantern Festival traditions (CGTN)

The Lantern Festival falls on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar. People usually hang colorful lanterns, play riddle games and ...

CGTN: CMG 2024 Lantern Festival Gala captivates audience with ... (PRNewswire)

PRNewswire/ -- As twilight descends upon the 15th day of the Chinese New Year, the maiden full moon of the Year of the Dragon rises in the sky, commencing a ...

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How the Lantern Festival Is Being Celebrated Around the World (TIME)

Communities in China and around the world are spending the weekend celebrating the Lantern Festival, which falls on Saturday, Feb. 24.

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Tech-inspired Lantern Festival: AI's musical brilliance (CGTN)

When the Lantern Festival meets AI technology, what surprises will it bring? CGTN Radio has crafted a song composed, written and sung by AI, ...

CGTN: CMG 2024 Lantern Festival Gala captivates audience with ... (PRNewswire)

PRNewswire/ -- As twilight descends upon the 15th day of the Chinese New Year, the maiden full moon of the Year of the Dragon rises in the sky, commencing a ...

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Lantern Festival celebrated across China (新华网)

People perform dragon dance at Nanyue Town of Hengyang, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 24, 2024. People across the country celebrated the Lantern ...

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Lantern Festival celebrated across China (新华网)

People perform dragon dance at Nanyue Town of Hengyang, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 24, 2024. People across the country celebrated the Lantern ...

CGTN: CMG 2024 Lantern Festival Gala captivates audience with ... (Yahoo Finance Australia)

As twilight descends upon the 15th day of the Chinese New Year, the maiden full moon of the Year of the Dragon rises in the sky, commencing a new lunar ...

China's traditional Lantern Festival to extend holiday spending fever ... (Global Times)

Saturday marks China's traditional Lantern Festival, the 15th day of the first lunar month of the Year of the Dragon. On the day that concludes the ...

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People celebrate Lantern Festival across world (Xinhua)

A woman takes photos of dragon dance during a parade in celebration of the Lantern Festival in Jakarta, Indonesia on Feb. 24, 2024. (Xinhua/Veri Sanovri).

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What to expect of the 2024 CMG Lantern Festival Gala (CGTN)

China Media Group (CMG) unveiled its 2024 Lantern Festival Gala highlights on Saturday, inviting the audience to a joyous reunion celebration on the last ...

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Hebei celebrates lantern festival with music and performances (Chinadaily USA)

To celebrate the Lantern Festival that fell on Saturday, a small square at Nanjie village in Hanshan district, Handan, Hebei province, has been filled with ...

Chinese Lantern Festival: Yunnan's Jingpo people celebrate Munao ... (CGTN)

The Munao Zongge festival is a traditional ethnic event of the Jingpo people in southwest China's Yunnan Province, usually celebrated during the Chinese ...

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