Chinese cities all staged a variety of festive activities on Monday night to mark the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, when families reunite together and appreciate the full moon.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a significant traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month on the Chinese lunar calendar, when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. This year, the festival fell on Monday.
During the festival, family members gather to admire the moon, share mooncakes and light lanterns to enjoy the happiness of family reunion.
In the ancient village of Qianhua in Jurong City, east China's Jiangsu Province, the night came alive with vibrant lights and a beautifully illuminated moon reflecting on the Qinhuai River.
Performers dazzled spectators with the traditional "rainbow dress dance," while others donned ancient costumes to participate in a moon worship ceremony.
Facing the full moon, attendees offered incense, wine and recited blessings, expressing their wishes for a bountiful harvest and family reunions.
At the nearby Yudie Lake, a spectacular molten iron fireworks show lit up the night sky.
Visitors strolled through the ancient village, enjoying the moonlight and traditional customs, which presented a warm and festive atmosphere.
Meanwhile, in Heyuan City, south China's Guangdong Province, the festive celebrations featured an exciting fish lantern night tour.
Approximately 20 brightly lit boats cruised along the Xinfeng River, creating elegant arcs on the water, resembling dragons swimming through the river.
The vibrant fish lantern parade along the riverbank drew large crowds, as performers interacted enthusiastically with tourists, capturing the festive spirit.
As night fell, drone light shows and water-based molten iron fireworks shows synchronized with firework displays to create a stunning spectacle of lights and colors.
Chinese cities stage splendid cultural events to illuminate Mid-Autumn night
