Tuesday, September 17, 2024 The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is a cherished Chinese tradition celebrating the harvest season. Held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar, the festival features a full moon and falls between mid-September and early October on the Gregorian calendar. In contemporary Hong Kong, the festival merges traditional practices with modern festivities, including vibrant lantern displays, light painting photography, karaoke, and inventive mooncake flavors.
This blend of old and new keeps the festival both meaningful and dynamic, reflecting its ongoing cultural relevance. Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 On 17 September 2024, the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, will be celebrated. This traditional Chinese festival, occurring on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar, is marked by a full moon.
The day celebrates the harvest season and the beauty of the moon, symbolizing reunion and harmony. Chengdu Braces for Record-Breaking Visitors During Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Holidays Chengdu, the vibrant capital of Sichuan Province in Southwest China, is set to achieve a milestone this year, anticipating over 25 million tourist visits during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays. This surge in visitors marks a new record for tourist arrivals during the Golden Week, showcasing Chengdu’s growing appeal and the festival’s significan.