People in Guangdong say, "The Chinese New Year isn't over until the Lantern Festival." Qingyuan is keeping the celebrations alive with its biggest festivities still reserved for the Lantern Festival which falls on March 3, 2026.
3rd Dragon & Lion Dance Lantern Festival Championship
Top dragon and lion dance teams from across the city will compete during the Lantern Festival.
Time: March 3
Venue: Qingcheng Performance Plaza (清城演艺广场)
Lantern Fair
Thousands of colorful lanterns will light up at once—every snapshot is picturesque.
Time: February 28 – March 3
Venue: Fengcheng Cultural Square (凤城文化广场)
Drone light show
Hundreds of drones will rise from the Fengcheng Cultural Square.
Time: March 3
Venue: Fengcheng Cultural Square (凤城文化广场)
Lantern releasing ceremony
Come with family and friends to make new year wishes.
Time: March 3
Venue: Fengcheng Cultural Square (凤城文化广场)
Beijiang River flower market
Bring your family to experience the romance of the flower market along the river. And you can take home a piece from nearby intangible-heritage craft stalls.
Time: March 3
Venue: Fengcheng Cultural Square (凤城文化广场)
Fogang quilt lion dance
Qingyuan's most distinctive lion dance: performed entirely by women. Quilts form the lion's body, and bamboo frames shape the head.
Time: March 3
Venue: Weizhen Village, Fogang County (佛冈围镇村)
Lantern Festival "Firecracker Lion"
Lion dancers perform bare-chested while spectators throw firecrackers at the lion. The louder the explosions, the more prosperous the coming year.
Time: March 3, 20:00
Venue: Jinshan Cultural Square, Lianshan (金山文化广场)
Tips
Fengcheng Square: Located in Qingcheng District; public transport is recommended.
Jinshan Cultural Square: Located in Lianshan County; driving is recommended and allow extra time.
Weizhen Village, Tangtang Town, Fogang County: Village roads are narrow, so arrive early.
·All events are free and open to the public. No reservation required.
·Please follow on-site instructions and keep a safe distance.
·Wear dirt-resistant outerwear and a hat; down jackets are not recommended.
·Protect your phone and camera from damage.
·Outdoor activities may be adjusted in case of rain; please follow on-site notices or announcements.
Author: Liu Yue
Photo: Qingyuan Wenlv
