What comes after Spring Festival? The Lantern Festival is all about light, hope and togetherness
By: Global Times | Published: Mar 03, 2026 11:34 AM
After the lively celebrations of the Spring Festival, do you know what festival follows to bring the holiday season to a warm close? The Lantern Festival, a beloved traditional occasion marking the official end of the Spring Festival, falls on March 3, 2026, the 15th day of the first lunar month. Rooted in symbolism and warmth, it is widely known for bright lantern displays and sweet glutinous rice dumplings called tangyuan. Do you know the real cultural meanings behind these ...