Marking the official "end" of the Chinese New Year holiday, the Lantern Festival falls on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar. Let's check out what's going on in Wuxi for the festival!
Huishan Ancient Town (惠山古镇)
Nightly from February 24 - March 4, 5pm - 10pm
Complete with traditional lantern displays, lion dances, ancient costume shows, themed parades and more, Huishan Ancient Town's Lantern Festival celebrations are not to be missed.
Jichang Garden (寄畅园)
Traditional Kunqu Opera Show
Shows are at 7pm and 8pm every evening.
Even if you can't understand Chinese, traditional Kunqu performances are captivating, with amazing costumes and makeup.
Taibo Temple Fair (泰伯庙会)
February 23 - March 2
Check out our full article about the festivities here. On March 2nd, at 6pm, there will be a large evening lantern fair to celebrate as well! (Please note that local authorities are warning about extreme crowding -- if you attend, go early and be patient.)
Wuxi Plum Garden (梅园)
Plum Blossom Festival
Runs from now until March 20
The stunning beauty of plum blossoms in art as well as in their natural setting is a real Wuxi treat. Don't miss out on this one!
Nianhua Bay (拈花湾)
"Flower Sea"
Runs from now until March 2
Be sure to check out this stunning display close to sundown -- the complex light displays studded among the gorgeous flowers are remarkable.
Happy Lantern Festival! Get out there and enjoy the early spring beauty of our lovely city.
