Xi’an, a thousand-year-old city, is ready to captivate visitors with its charm once again. Chang’an Lantern Festival 2026, a grand event that lasts for an astonishing 96 days, brings together light, culture, and the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty to create an unforgettable celebration. Xi’an Chang’an Lantern Festival exhibited a dazzling array of lanterns, each telling a unique story through light and shadow colors. This year’s theme is…… “Chang’an City is Brilliantly Lit, Horses Welcome Spring” promises to blend ancient traditions with modern wonders.

From the moment you step into the festival scene, the ancient city walls…… Xi’an brings China’s cultural treasures to life with vivid displays to the forefront. These lanterns span two iconic sites – the Tang Dynasty Furong Garden and the Xi’an City Wall – offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in China’s rich history and poetic charm. Each lantern is a masterpiece inspired by …… Tang poetry, national treasures, and zodiac traditions.

The grand Spring Festival is not just a feast for the eyes, but also an opportunity to experience traditional Chinese crafts and live performances. Interactive experiences that blend tradition and modernity. From brazier displays to fountain shows, the festival presents a stunning mix of art and entertainment, whether you’re walking through …… Tang Heaven or admire the magnificent Xi’an City Wall, the Chang’an Lantern Festival is an unmissable event that captures the …… The spirit of. Xi’an is unprecedented.

Don’t miss out on this amazing journey through time and light – mark your calendars for this grand celebration! Xi’an’s cultural heritage and the 2026 Chang’an Lantern Festival!

The perfect blend of tradition and modernity

The Chang’an Lantern Festival 2026 It seamlessly blends Xi’an’s thousand-year-old cultural heritage with a dazzling modern light show. This amazing combination spans …… The 96 days highlight three major Chinese festivals: New Year, Spring Festival, and Lantern Festival The event revives the famous Tang Dynasty tradition of “night flowers flourishing, and fire trees and silver flowers light up the city”.

• Two Main Venues: The festival will take place in two key locations: Datang Furong Garden (Datang Furong Garden) and Xi’an City Wall, each venue offers a unique experience that tells its own intertwined stories of history, culture, and art.
• Cultural immersion tourists seem to have traveled through time and space, coming to the ancient city walls and landmarks of Xi’an, where beautiful lanterns vividly display cultural relics, poems and zodiac traditions.
• Iconic Themes: The festival revolves around three core themes:
  • Revitalize the national treasure
  • The poetic charm of Chang’an
  • Galloping zodiac horses

These themes reflect Xi’an as a …… The status of the capital of Tang poetry is also a beacon of cultural history. Visitors can admire more than 50 national treasures from top museums, digitally and artistically reimagined, out of the exhibition halls and onto the ancient city walls.

Lights & Arts Festival

This event is wonderful and blended with light and shadow. In the Tang Dynasty Furong Garden, more than 39 lanterns are inspired by Tang poetry. These lanterns don’t just change …… 300 classic poems transform into a mesmerizing scroll of light and shadow, creating an enchanting atmosphere for visitors. Here, one can witness the perfect fusion of ancient traditions and modern technology.

• Immersive Experience: Visitors can experience traditional Chinese crafts, including Suzhou embroidery, bamboo weaving, and traditional opera facial makeup, which are skillfully incorporated into lantern designs, providing an interactive experience.
• Live performances and games During the day, visitors can play traditional Chinese games such as sound can and fifteen-post bowling. Classic opera performances add cultural vibrancy.
• Evening shows On the evening, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views. There are brazier displays, laser light shows, fountain shows, and interactive programs.

Cultural markets and global appeal

The festival also held a “Hundred Alleys and Thousand Poems” market during the Spring Festival, Yongning Gate, a market that highlights Xi’an’s …… status. The ancient poetry of the Tang poetry capital transcends time and space, serving as a haven for those eager to immerse themselves in it. Chinese culture is through food, crafts, and poetry.

The Chang’an Lantern Festival has also transcended China’s borders, leaving a lasting impact around the world. Central Asia, the United States, Singapore, and Malaysia have toured internationally over the past two years, inviting people from all over the world to experience what makes it unique. Chinese romance it brings.

Holiday highlights

• The Tang Dynasty Furong Garden lasts until April 6, offering cultural performances and immersive experiences based on the influence of the Tang Dynasty.
• Xi’an City Wall hosts over 50 national treasures mixed with history, poetry, and lantern art.
• Visitors can enjoy traditional handicrafts such as Suzhou embroidery and bamboo weaving, which adds to the festive appeal.
• Hundred Lanes and Thousand Poems Market at Yongningmen vividly shows the poetic charm of Xi’an through live poetry performances and unique cultural experiences.

Why choose Xi’an?

Xi’an, a …… A city known for its historical significance and rich cultural heritage, it is one of the most influential cities in Chinese history. As the capital of ancient times…… Xi’an in the Tang Dynasty continued to protect and promote China’s deep cultural roots. The Chang’an Lantern Festival 2026 is a testament to the city’s ability to seamlessly blend rich history with modern innovation, providing an unforgettable experience for both local residents and international visitors.

• Rich Heritage as a Starting Point Silk Road Xi’an is a city steeped in history, offering visitors a chance to delve into China’s cultural heritage.
• The title of Xi’an, the city of poetry, is the capital of Tang poetry, making it central literary tradition, which is well reflected in the theme of the festival.
• Perfect Spring Destination During the festival, Xi’an will last throughout spring and offer …… Romantic, colorful, and thrilling combine experiences with light, culture, and nature.

Event details

• Date: The 2026 Chang’an Lantern Festival runs for 96 days, starting on January 27, 2026, and running until April 6, 2026.
• Location: Datang Furong Garden  and Xi’an City Wall.
• Main attractions: Over 39 Tang poetry lanterns, 50 national treasures, interactive performances, Chinese games, and live opera.

Xi’an: A must-visit for culture lovers

As the 2026 Chang’an Lantern Festival shines brightly, visitors from around the world are invited to explore. The cultural richness, historical significance, and allure of ancient traditions bring life to life. Whether you’re …… Lovers of art, history, or simply looking for a unique travel experience promises to be a fascinating destination. Experience the beauty of fusion…… Timeless traditions and modern marvels are located in the heart of China.