Guangzhou Festivals & Events

Much of the festivals in Guangzhou, China are born out of either the beliefs of the people or due to the age old folk customs. These customs have been passed from one generation to other and are celebrated on large scale over a couple of days. However with the changing times new customs have been added which have given the Festivals and Events a new look.

The various festivals and events that occupy a major portion of the calendar fulfill some social needs and duties other than with the aim of providing entertainment. It's the perfect time for all to get together and take a break from their busy schedule. These are the time of celebrations which are cherished by all. The festivals and events help in bringing the religious, geographical and social groups together and bind them in a single entity. Since much of the Festivals and Events in Guangzhou focus on ancient customs, their celebrations are intended to teach the younger generation their value.

The times of celebration are marked with enormous preparations. Everyone seems to be happy and is keen to take part in the minutest of preparations. The festivals held in Guangzhou are either seasonal or annual. They vary in their respective cause as some have a cultural significance while the importance of some is purely religious. The festive time really keeps the people busy with a lot of house hold chores. New clothes are purchased, gifts are exchanged, houses are given a fresh coat of painting and temples are visited in large numbers by devotees to seek the blessings of their worshipped deity for a prosperous life. Apart from the rituals that are followed, most of the festivals are accompanied by songs and dance. The festivals and events usually come along with elaborate fairs.

The Festivals and Events of Guangzhou are colorful and are an integral part of the cultural life of the people of the city.