Mid-Autumn Festival 2025: Complete Guide to China's Moon Festival
Discover the traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival, from mooncakes and lanterns to family reunions under the harvest moon.
Mid-Autumn Festival: Celebrating the Harvest Moon
The Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋�?, also known as the Moon Festival, is one of the most important holidays on the Chinese calendar. Celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, it falls when the moon is at its fullest and brightest.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
Origins and Legends
Chang'e and the Moon
The most popular legend tells of Chang'e, who consumed an immortality pill and floated to the moon, where she lives with a jade rabbit.
Historical Significance
The festival dates back over 3,000 years to moon worship ceremonies during the Shang Dynasty.
Traditional Celebrations
Mooncakes
Round pastries symbolizing the full moon and family reunion:
Lanterns
Children carry colorful lanterns, and large lantern displays decorate public spaces.
Moon Gazing
Families gather outdoors to admire the full moon and enjoy the autumn evening together.
Celebrations Across Asia
Planning Your Mid-Autumn Festival Calendar
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of family unity, gratitude for the harvest, and appreciation of nature's beauty.
