Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 — A Cultural Celebration of Reunion and Moonlight in China
Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
Duration
October 6, 2025
Location
Shanghai
Topic
Cultural and traditional
Key Information about Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
General Information
October 6, 2025 | Celebrated Nationwide in China
The festival is observed all across China in cities and rural areas alike. In 2025, it aligns with the extended National Day Golden Week (October 1–8).
Themes
Reunion, gratitude, moon worship, seasonal harvest
Core traditions and symbolism include:
Family reunions and dinners under the full moon
Expressing thanks for the year’s harvest and blessings
Moon worship as a symbol of unity, hope, and completeness
Passing down folklore, such as the story of Chang’e and the Jade Rabbit
Family reunions and dinners under the full moon
Expressing thanks for the year’s harvest and blessings
Moon worship as a symbol of unity, hope, and completeness
Passing down folklore, such as the story of Chang’e and the Jade Rabbit
Participants
Families, friends, communities, all generations
People of all ages and backgrounds take part in the festival, with strong emphasis on intergenerational bonding and shared cultural heritage.
Traditional Practices
Mooncakes, lantern displays, moon gazing, storytelling
Cultural customs during the festival:
Eating mooncakes with family or giving them as gifts
Lantern lighting and displays in public parks and schools
Appreciating the full moon together outdoors
Hosting poetry readings and folk storytelling
Eating mooncakes with family or giving them as gifts
Lantern lighting and displays in public parks and schools
Appreciating the full moon together outdoors
Hosting poetry readings and folk storytelling
Venue
Across China — homes, parks, public spaces
From large city plazas to quiet courtyards, the festival is celebrated in a variety of settings that reflect local customs and community spirit.
Organizer’s website