Hong Kong Welcomes 2026 with Dazzling Countdown Spectacle
Hong Kong celebrated the arrival of 2026 with a vibrant countdown event featuring international artists, immersive light shows, and performances attended by thousands in Central.
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Hong Kong celebrated the arrival of 2026 with a vibrant countdown event featuring international artists, immersive light shows, and performances attended by thousands in Central.
Over 130,000 visitors ushered in 2026 at Beijing’s 798 Art District through art, music, and cultural festivities, marking a vibrant post-pandemic celebration.
China’s Spring Festival ushers in record-breaking box office sales and vibrant celebrations. From innovative art exhibitions in Beijing to lantern shows in Shanghai and festivities in South Africa, the holiday unites communities worldwide.
Traditional performances like the Yingge dance, Yangge dance, and Sichuan Opera have illuminated China’s Spring Festival, with communities celebrating rich folklore during the Lunar New Year.
Macao SAR has ushered in the Chinese New Year with vibrant celebrations and events, attracting visitors worldwide to experience traditional festivities and cultural performances.
East Asia comes alive with vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations. Discover the highlights from around the region in this week’s Asia News Wrap.
Discover the rich customs of the Chinese mainland’s Spring Festival, from colorful steamed buns and lively markets to dazzling dragon lantern parades celebrated across the nation.
Indonesia’s Taman Safari comes alive with vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations, blending traditional cultural performances with wildlife experiences for a unique festive occasion.
San Francisco’s Chinatown is bustling as residents prepare for the Chinese New Year, adorning streets with lanterns and organizing cultural festivities that celebrate tradition and community.
Talented actor Luo Xiaowei from Chongqing Sichuan Opera Theatre performs a Sichuan opera-inspired dance to celebrate the approaching Year of the Snake, showcasing the unique charm of this traditional art form.
In Yanbian Prefecture, the Jin family prepares traditional Korean dishes like fish head steamed rice and rice cakes to celebrate the Lunar New Year, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of northeast China.
Beijing Zoo’s snakes become unexpected stars as visitors flock to see them ahead of the Year of the Snake, highlighting cultural fascination with these creatures during Lunar New Year celebrations.
Today, people across China celebrate the Laba Festival by enjoying traditional Laba congee, marking the start of preparations for the Lunar New Year.
The Tujia community celebrates the Laba Festival on January 7, embracing warm traditions like sharing Laba porridge to pray for peace, prosperity, and good health in the coming year.
China’s 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities concludes in Sanya, celebrating the unity and harmony of diverse ethnic groups through traditional sports and cultural exchanges.
Thousands gather in Guangxi’s Rongshui Miao Autonomous County to celebrate the annual Lusheng and Horse Fighting Festival, showcasing vibrant ethnic traditions and drawing crowds of tourists.
Singapore is immersed in the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival, uniting families with vibrant lanterns, floral displays, mooncakes, and a variety of performances and activities.
From Shenyang’s grand gala to San Francisco’s innovative mooncakes, the Mid-Autumn Festival unites communities worldwide through luminous celebrations and enduring traditions.
A look into the significance of mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival, exploring their cultural meanings, creative forms, and role as tokens of appreciation among family and friends.
The Dragon Boat Festival brings vibrant cultural celebrations across China and the world, uniting communities through boat races, traditional foods, and shared heritage.