Carnival of the Lantern Festival in An Ancient Street

The Lantern Festival in 2025 is February 12.
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Carnival of the Lantern Festival in An Ancient Street

All the amusement activities during the Spring Festival come to a “final carnival” on the Lantern Festival.

As the end of the Chinese Spring Festival, the Lantern Festival is of great importance for people who are about to back to their work. Therefore, all the amusement activities during the Spring Festival come to a “final carnival” on this day. The Lantern Festival in 2025 is February 12. Let’s go to an ancient street to join their Carnival of the Lantern Festival!

The Lantern Festival carnival fills ancient streets with light and energy. Colorful lanterns glow, and performers bring traditions to life. Crowds admire intricate designs and enjoy lively dances. Musicians play traditional tunes, adding to the festive spirit. The air is rich with the scent of delicious street food. This celebration blends history, culture, and joy in a magical way.

The Lantern Festival in 2025 is February 12.
Performers are on the stage of the Carnival of the Lantern Festival.
dancing performance
A dancing performance is at the Carnival of the Lantern Festival.
Lion Dance
A Lion Dance is at the Carnival of the Lantern Festival.
Flag Pole Acrobatic
Flag Pole Acrobatic(耍中幡)is one of the popular acrobatics in northern China.The flagpole is a thick bamboo pole about 9 meters long, with a long banner hanging from the top of the pole. The flag is embroidered with auspicious patterns and blessings.
intangible cultural heritage projects
People can also experience a variety of intangible cultural heritage projects.
Having fun
Family and friends are having fun.
traditional snacks
At the Carnival of the Lantern Festival, food is an indispensable part, and people can taste various traditional snacks.
Traditional Chinese toys for kids.
Kids are attracted by toys.

Photos taken by Yuxiang Chen.

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