Chinese cities light up during Spring Festival

Across China, cities are rolling out colorful evening activities and light shows in celebration of the Spring Festival. From centuries-old city walls glowing with lanterns to drone formations painting the night sky, millions are celebrating the arrival of the Chinese New Year with light, fire and festivity.

Daily performances, including lantern parades in traditional attire, grand fireworks shows, large-scale history reenactment shows, concerts and drones shows attract local and international visitors to the country. The Spring Festival falls on Tuesday this year, with the official holiday season lasting nine days from February 15th to 23rd.