Since 2015, Huangling’s Autumn Drying Festival has blended agriculture, folk art, and rural revival into a one-of-a-kind cultural celebration. Every year starting from the “Start of Autumn” solar term, creative displays and traditional activities bring thousands of visitors to this harvest-themed wonderland.
Theatrical Performances & Folk Parades
From singing and dancing to intangible cultural heritage (ICH) fashion shows featuring Hui ink, wood carvings, and more, villagers and performers bring rural culture to life. Watch teams of farmers and artisans strut proudly with farming tools in hand, honoring the spirit of hard work.
Grand Harvest Displays
The scenic drying platforms overflow with bright red chilies and massive pumpkins—a visual feast symbolizing the richness of Huangling’s soil and soul.
Tasting the Harvest: The Tianjie Banquet
Savor seasonal delights like the signature “Drying Autumn Banquet,” where each dish honors the land and its labor. It’s more than a meal—it’s a celebration of memory, tradition, and connection.
Village Games & Farmyard Fun
Join the crowd in playful competitions like watermelon eating, chili stringing, and potato tossing—interactive fun for all ages!
Magical Nights and Lantern Shows
Follow dragon lanterns through cobbled alleys to hidden surprises, or get lost in the dazzling "Forest of Flowing Lights"—a dreamlike journey of glowing art installations, water shows, and fantasy scenes.