The Lantern Festival Celebrated with Spectacular Social Fire Competition in Ningxia
On February 24, the Lantern Festival was celebrated in Longde County, Guyuan City, Ningxia with the first national social fire competition. The event, themed “Dragon Teng Liupan Mountain·Wonderful Glory to Guyuan” and “Ningmiao Cup,” brought together 14 social fire teams from Longde County and provinces such as Fujian, Shaanxi, and Gansu.
Thousands of people gathered to watch the social fire performances, which included traditional folk dances like dragon dance, lion dance, yangko dance, and more. The event showcased the rich cultural heritage of different provinces and provided a New Year cultural feast for the public and tourists.
The performances ranged from dancing lanterns to wooden man wrestling, each bringing a unique art form and performance style to the competition. The Shehuo performance not only celebrated folk culture but also expressed people’s hopes for a better life in the new year.
The National Shehuo Competition aims to promote traditional folk culture, drive the integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism, and enhance the visibility of cultural tourism brands. The event created a festive and joyous atmosphere, bringing together people of all ages to witness the beauty and charm of Chinese traditions.
Overall, the Lantern Festival was a success, showcasing the diversity and vibrancy of Chinese culture through social fire performances and traditional folk dances.