On April 1, the 2025 Kaifeng Qingming Cultural Festival kicked off at the renowned Kaifeng Millennium City Park, also known as the Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden. Running from April 1 to 10, the festival features a diverse array of cultural activities, including springtime outings and parades, artistic performances, intangible cultural heritage markets, and traditional Chinese music concerts. In addition, a series of distinctive recreational programs will be launched, allowing visitors to embrace the elegance of Song Dynasty culture and savor a poetic cultural celebration in the warmth of spring.
Since its establishment in 2009, the Kaifeng Qingming Cultural Festival has evolved into a vital platform for preserving and promoting China's rich cultural heritage. It not only highlights the profound heritage of Chinese civilization, but also brings Kaifeng's history and cultural charm to life in a dynamic and engaging way. Today, it serves as a window for the world to discover Kaifeng, solidifying its place as a cultural landmark of this ancient city. (Reporter: Zhao Hanqing Proofreader: Ding Lan)
