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From April 4, 2025, visitors purchasing admission tickets to Xi'an Tang Paradise can enjoy free Hanfu rentals on-site, allowing them to immerse themselves in Tang Dynasty elegance. For an additional ¥39.9, guests can opt for a curated makeup and hairstyling package to complete their authentic Tang-era look. Key Highlights: "Dreams of the Great Tang" Water & Light Show: A nighttime spectacle blending cutting-edge technology with history, featuring a boat tour across the lake amid holographic projections, immersing guests in a poetic Tang Dynasty dreamscape. "Return to the Tang" Stage Performance: A multi-art extravaganza combining music, dance, acrobatics, and theatrical storytelling, depicting imperial court life and bustling markets under dazzling lights and costumes. Imperial Court Music "Drum": Experience the exclusive Tang royal tradition with a modern twist, as the Dongcang Drum Ensemble revitalizes intangible cultural heritage through dynamic drum performances. "Flower Dynasty" Hanfu Festival: A grand showcase of Tang-inspired attire, enhanced by spontaneous performances like Ethereal Dance and Mirror of Beauty across the park, offering photo-worthy encounters with "time-traveling" artists. This spring, Tang Paradise merges cultural immersion with entertainment, inviting guests to stroll among blooming peonies, admire flowing Hanfu robes, and relive the splendor of China's golden age.

(云上霓裳, "Cloud Splendor") Huafu Yundian Ceremony Live Broadcast. The 2025 China Huafu Week festivities are underway in Kunming, Yunnan, coinciding with the Shangsi Festival (上巳节, traditional "Third Day of the Third Lunar Month") on April 4, 2025. The event celebrates traditional Chinese attire and culture through vibrant offline and online activities.  Highlights:  Huafu (华服, traditional Han-style attire) Parade: Featuring elaborate costumes and dynamic performances in Kunming’s cultural landmarks. ICH Exhibitions: Interactive displays of intangible cultural heritage crafts, such as embroidery, dyeing, and traditional accessory-making. Star Event: The grand Huafu Yundian Ceremony (华服韵典), a live-streamed cultural gala showcasing Huafu fashion shows, classical dance, and folk music, will premiere on April 1, 15:00 (Beijing Time).  Live Broadcast Platforms: The ceremony will stream simultaneously on: Weibo, WeChat Video, Douyin, Kuaishou, Bilibili  Event Slogans:  Don’t just dream it—watch it! Join your friends for this unmissable cultural feast! This hybrid event bridges tradition and modernity, combining offline cultural experiences in Kunming with a globally accessible digital showcase, reaffirming Huafu’s role in contemporary Chinese heritage.

On March 31, coinciding with the traditional Shangsi Festival and China Huafu Day, Chongqing Airlines hosted the "Splendid Attire Illuminates Cotton, Youth Shines on Chongqing Airlines" cultural event at Terminal T3A of Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. This immersive celebration aimed to showcase the elegance of traditional Chinese attire and promote cultural heritage through interactive activities. Dressed in exquisite Han, Tang, and Song dynasty costumes, Chongqing Airlines’ staff transformed the terminal into a vibrant cultural stage. They guided passengers through check-in procedures with classical etiquette, demonstrated traditional greetings like the "拱手礼" (hand-folding salute) and "揖礼" (bow salute), and infused the journey with the essence of Confucian philosophy: "Harmony is the most precious virtue of rituals." A dedicated "Huafu Experience Corner" in the airline’s lounge featured ink-painting backdrops of blooming kapok flowers. Passengers savored tea from Xiushan—a rural revitalization partner region—paired with osmanthus cakes, embodying the poetic charm of ancient tea ceremonies. Many paused to take photos with the elegantly dressed "Youth Civilization" volunteers. The event also highlighted traditional games like pitching-pot ("投壶"), where volunteers explained its historical roots in Zhou dynasty rituals. Participants who succeeded received souvenirs while appreciating the grace of ancient "射礼" (archery etiquette). A traveler, Ms. Wang, remarked,…

Zhang Shaohan, one of the top three female stars in the Chinese music industry, is a childhood memory for every generation, especially the 90s. Famous for her sweet voice, her classic song "Invisible Wings" made her a household name. The song, gentle yet full of strength, has encouraged many people. But she's not just a great singer; her ancient costume looks are also remarkable. It's a pity she doesn't act in period dramas. Zhang Shaohan has joined the trend of ancient costume photoshoots. Even in her 40s, she still looks young and sweet. It's like she's gone back to her twenties! Wearing a blue Song-style Hanfu, she shows off her collarbone, looking elegant and a bit sexy. With her sweet appearance, she never looks tacky in any outfit. The double-yarn buns make her look cute and lively, making her seem very young. There aren't many female singers who can maintain such a girlish state. The outer robe is a blue embroidered front-buttoned Beizi, simply paired with a white silk scarf, creating an effect of the blue sea and the blue sky. It has an elegant and gentle charm. The Song-style Hanfu suits slender women well as it can easily bring…

Youth Revives Tradition The 2025 Heze College Hanfu Carnival (Hànfú Jiānián Huá, 汉服嘉年华), themed “Youth Meets Millennium Hanfu”, launched on March 23 at Laocheng Caozhou Scenic Area (老城曹州景区). Blending traditional Hanfu culture with youthful energy and tourism, this 42-day event featured seven themed activities, including an opening Hanfu parade where students in dynastic attire strolled through ancient streets to 《Shang Chun Shan》 music, evoking Tang-dynasty poetry. Highlights included: Caozhou Ten Scenes (曹州十景) Photo Spots: Students wearing Hanfu could claim gifts by sharing photos from 9+ heritage sites on social media. Hanfu Fashion Show: Over 500 participants showcased peony-embroidered designs, symbolizing Heze’s “Peony Capital” identity. Cultural Bazaar: Hanfu vendors from Cao County (曹县)—China’s largest Hanfu production hub—and local非遗 (fēiyí, intangible heritage) artisans exhibited costumes, accessories, and crafts. Interactive Zones: Q&A sessions with prizes and DIY workshops educated visitors on Hanfu etiquette and aesthetics. The carnival drew 20,000+ attendees, merging history with Gen-Z creativity. By integrating social media engagement (e.g., “#菏之美·同袍共泽#” hashtag campaigns), it revitalized traditional culture through youth-led innovation, positioning Heze as a hub for heritage revival. Running until May 4, the event also boosted local tourism, with hotel bookings up 30% during the period.

Nianhua Bay in Wuxi, a 2025 Spring Festival Gala sub-venue, presents a unique spring festival blending Zen aesthetics with cutting-edge technology. Centered around the newly unveiled AI Tower, the event features four iconic spots: Xiangyue Flower Street (香月花街): A Tang-dynasty-style street adorned with 3D floral installations and daily Hanfu parades; Baichi Bridge (百尺桥): Interactive AR petals triggered by a giant cat sculpture, glowing with lanterns at dusk; Nianhua Tower (拈花塔): A Zen landmark offering lake views by day and a mesmerizing light show with drone "fireflies" at night; Smile Square (微笑广场): The highlight with 1,500 drones forming floral patterns, synchronized with holograms and fireworks at the AI Tower. Immersive experiences include the Zen Journey (《禅行》) performance integrating water screens and drone art, AI-powered unmanned boats offering lake tours, and seasonal cherry blossom-themed cuisine. Visitors can rent Hanfu for photos amid blooming sakura, with prime spots along Cherry Blossom Avenue and Luming Valley. Practical Tips: Transport: 2.5-hour drive from Shanghai/Nanjing; shuttle buses from Wuxi Station. Tickets: Day pass ¥140, night pass (with AI Tower show) ¥75; free entry for hotel guests. Best Time: Mid-March to April for full cherry blossoms. This fusion of ancient charm and tech-driven spectacle positions Nianhua Bay…

On March 17, 2025, Kunming Railway Station transformed its waiting hall into a cultural stage for the Huazhao Festival (花朝节), or "Flower Goddess Festival," blending ancient traditions with modern travel. Organized by Kunming Railway, the event featured: Hanfu (汉服) Show: Railway staff, dressed as ethereal "flower fairies," performed traditional dances with silk fans and floral banners, showcasing礼仪之美 (ritual elegance) through movements like xing (行), li (立), and bai (拜). Cultural Immersion: A guzheng performance of Memories of Jiangnan (《忆江南》) turned the hall into a 国风剧场 (Chinese-style theater), while calligraphy and painting zones displayed 旅客互动 (traveler engagement). Interactive Games: Classics like Feihualing (飞花令) (poetry recital challenge) and Touhu (投壶) (arrow-pitching game) drew crowds, with prizes like qishan (漆扇) (lacquer fans) and shuqian (书签) (bookmarks) delighting participants. The festival, rooted in the 2,000-year-old Han tradition, rei magined waiting time as a cultural journey. Travelers captured moments of古典与时尚碰撞 (classic-meets-modern aesthetics) on phones, while 非遗文创 (ICH-inspired crafts) like hand-painted fans bridged heritage and contemporary tastes. Kunming Railway continues to innovate station activities, proving that transit hubs can be gateways to cultural discovery. As one traveler exclaimed: "This makes me want to linger, not rush!"

On March 8, 2025, Luoshan County in Henan Province hosted the “Traditional Fashion · Mirroring Luoshan” cultural event, combining a grand qipao fashion show and Hanfu performances to celebrate International Women’s Day. Organized by the county’s cultural and tourism authorities alongside the Peony Art Troupe and Hanfu Association, the event highlighted traditional attire’s elegance and modern vitality. The centerpiece was a 100-person qipao catwalk, where models showcased intricately embroidered silk gowns, embodying the grace of Chinese femininity. This was followed by Hanfu displays featuring Tang Dynasty’s vibrant qixiong ruqun, Song-era minimalist beizi, and Ming-style dignified mamianqun, accompanied by traditional etiquette demonstrations. Performers blended dynamic movements with static poses, illustrating the philosophy of “Chinese attire embracing heaven and earth.” By merging heritage with contemporary aesthetics, the event celebrated women’s cultural contributions while promoting Luoshan’s local identity. Future plans include developing “Hanfu + tourism” and “qipao + intangible heritage” brands to deepen cultural-tourism integration. This initiative aims to position Luoshan as a hub for traditional fashion innovation, fostering sustainable engagement with China’s sartorial legacy.

themed "Robes Roaming Langyuan · Grace Illuminating Splendor," will be held from March 29 to 30 in Sichuan’s ancient Langzhong City. Centered on blending historical heritage with modern innovation, the event features a grand "Dynasty Carnival" parade showcasing Han, Tang, Song, and Ming dynasty-inspired processions, alongside themed performances like the "Spring Festival Elder" Luo Xiahong with celestial maidens and armored reenactments of General Zhang Fei’s battalion. Key highlights include immersive cultural experiences: a 24-solar-term-themed Qunwo Banquet market, 非遗 workshops (lacquer fans, shadow puppetry), traditional wedding ceremonies, and dynamic displays of ancient military drills at Zhangfei Square. Visitors dressed in Hanfu or reciting Langzhong-themed poetry enjoy free access to cultural sites, while discounts apply to river cruises, live performances like Shu Dao Shengshi, and accommodations. Co-organized by over 40 local departments and businesses, the festival integrates Langzhong’s intangible heritage, such as 福字拓印 (blessing-character rubbings) and 皮影 (shadow plays), into interactive activities. Extended through early April, this third edition reinforces Langzhong—a UNESCO-listed ancient town—as a hub for reviving traditional culture through 国潮 (China-chic) celebrations, offering travelers a seamless blend of historical immersion and modern hospitality.

Jiangxi Province, celebrating spring amid vast seas of blooming rapeseed flowers. Held from March 8 to May 5, 2025, the event blended traditional customs with natural landscapes under the theme "Cliffside Ancient Village, Terraced Flower Fields," drawing over 10,000 visitors. Highlights included a Hanfu-clad "Flower Goddess" procession blessing the ancient village, interactive "flower-selling" vendors, and lively spring farming dances. A "Floral Market" showcased handicrafts, local delicacies, and 非遗漆扇 (lacquer fan) workshops, while themed photo spots dotted flower fields. Visitors immersed themselves in activities like floral banquets and 农耕农趣 (farm-themed experiences), creating a nostalgic rural ambiance. Huangling, newly designated a National 5A Tourist Attraction in 2024, leveraged its iconic 梯田花海 (terraced flower fields) and Hui-style architecture to strengthen cultural tourism. Xie Qiaojuan, the resort’s Planning and Promotion Director, highlighted the festival’s evolution since 2018 into a signature spring event. By integrating folk traditions with immersive experiences, the festival promoted rural tourism while preserving heritage. Future plans include expanding themed activities to position Huangling as a comprehensive destination for cultural immersion and 生态康养 (eco-wellness), reinforcing its status as China’s "homesickness experience hub."

On March 8, 2025, the "Women in Bloom, Splendid Attire" event was held at the Chang'an Nishenglui Hanfu Cultural Block in Shaanxi Province to celebrate International Women's Day. Organized by the Shaanxi Senior Talent Institute Western Manager Club and hosted by Chang'an Nishenglui Commercial Operations Management Co., Ltd., the event aimed to honor outstanding women across industries and promote intangible cultural heritage (ICH) . The ceremony began with a speech by Gao Suiyin, Director of the Shaanxi Senior Talent Institute, extending festive greetings to women professionals in tourism, healthcare, technology, and ICH preservation. Over 100 exemplary women were recognized, including senior executives and ICH inheritors. Notable honorees included Duan Xiaoyu (creator of the viral "Bowl-Smashing Wine" tourism IP), Liang Tinghui (guardian of "Beilin Shadow Carving"), and Qi Yanyu (master of scented sachet knotting), among others celebrated for their contributions to cultural preservation and industrial innovation. The event featured vibrant ICH-themed performances: Hanfu fashion shows, tea ceremonies, magic acts like "Silk from Empty Hands," and musical performances such as the duet "My Beautiful Homeland." Chang'an Nishenglui, a hub for Hanfu culture with over 100 Hanfu shops and Shaanxi delicacies, allowed visitors to immerse in traditional attire and local cuisine. By highlighting…

From October 5 to October 6, the 2022 Guo Feng Da Dian (国风大典, Chinoiserie Grand Festival) will be held in Changzhou Oriental Salt Lake City. 20+ celebrities and 150+ Hanfu celebrities will be present. Live photo of 2022 Guo Feng Da Dian:

Ancient China is called “Huaxia”, with “Hua” referring to the elegance of costume and “Xia” the greatness of etiquette. Following the development through the Zhou, Han, Tang and Song dynasties, the costume in the Ming dynasty had distinct Chinese cultural characteristics and was the epitome of Chinese apparel, which had a wide and profound impact on the costume and aesthetics of later dynasties and neighboring countries.  The Ming Dynasty had fully restored the costume tradition, which had been inherited for thousands of years. Being magnificent and elegant, the Ming costume is the epitome of Chinese costume culture. Ceremonial court dress was usually worn by civil and military officials at formal and grand occasions such as court meetings. It consisted of court hat, red silk robe, white silk gauze shirt, knee-covering，silk belt, leather belt, etc. Normal court dress, well-known to all, was a symbol of the Ming Dynasty costume, for example, the red silk gauze round-collar robe with subtle pattern and square patches embroidered with cloud and crane design, black silk gauze hat and so on. Festive dress was worn by officials on various festive occasions and in some ceremonial activities. The yellowish-brown linen pleated robe with Feiyu design, woman’s…Original link

On April 20, 2022 UN Chinese Language Day launched a Special Program "China Chic", features a modern take on traditional Chinese heritage, highlighting interactivity, innovation, and youthfulness. The event has attracted hundreds of video works from young people around the world. Among them, the important guest Francesco Pisano (Chair of The Cultural Activities Committee At UNOG) selected a work about Chinese Hanfu costume, which is about the in-depth communication between the famous Chinese actor Luo Yunxi and the Hanfu society. It shows the beauty of Chinese Hanfu and sends good wishes for it. In the video, actor Luo Yunxi shares his experience of wearing Hanfu: "Wearing Hanfu has nothing to do with the shape of your body, just bring your own unique energy to it." Afterward, Luo Yunxi talked to two Hanfu lovers. Zhang Junwei shared the history of Hanfu and some features of Hanfu costumes. "The full name of Hanfu is the traditional costume of the Han nationality, different dynasties have different Hanfu." "The middle seam (in hanfu) has a special meaning, 'When a gentleman is born in the world, he should be honest and impartial.'." Zhang Junwei said. During the conversation with Hanfu enthusiast Lü Xiaowei, she shared…

On the occasion of the cherry blossom festival, the 2nd Sichuan Hanfu Flower Dynasty Festival, will kick off on March 18, at the Phoenix Lake AAAA Tourism Scenic Area, with activities such as the God of Flowers Selection Contest, Hanfu Makeup Contest, coming up.

The 2022 Henan Yuntai Mountain Hanfu Flower Festival will open on March 5. Visitors can tour the spring scenery with the modern Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove, enjoy the flowers sea with the Twelve Flower Gods, and exchange Hanfu culture with 100+ hanfu celebrities. Mountain, streams, lakeside, peach and apricot blossoms, mingle and compete, converging into a beautiful sea of flowers. During the festival, the scenic area of Yundai Mount will hold weekly Chinoiserie-style performances, and there will be Hanfu Games, original real murder mystery game and other activities. Put on your hanfu and come join the event!

2022 Hanfu New Year's Gala (Year of the Tiger) is now broadcasting. Enjoy the wonderful show with Hanfu Tongpao together!