Jinzhou Winter Food Festival & New Year Celebrations
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Jinzhou Winter Food Festival & New Year Celebrations

Immerse yourself in the vibrant 'Jinzhou Year, Most Northeast' New Year celebrations. This event series offers a rich tapestry of winter festivities, from dazzling lantern festivals with fireworks at Jinzhou Expo Garden to traditional prayer ceremonies and bustling markets at Beiputuo Mountain. Explore local crafts, enjoy authentic regional cuisine, and discover unique souvenirs, making for an unforgettable winter cultural experience.

What to Expect

Northeastern Chinese New Year celebrations with diverse cultural activities.

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$
  • Accessibility: The website mentions 'é•ŋ者专åŒē' (Elderly Zone) and '无障įĸ' (Accessibility) features, suggesting some consideration for accessibility.
  • Pets: Not specified

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families, cultural enthusiasts, food lovers

Vibe

Festive, traditional, cultural, lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low (many indoor or sheltered activities)

Special Events & Promotions

  • New Year's folk lantern festival with fireworks
  • Traditional New Year customs and activities at Beiputuo Mountain
  • New Year's markets in surrounding counties
  • Special promotions and interactive crafting at 'Jinzhou Good Gift' stores

Tags

festive foodcommunity celebrationholiday traditionwinter activitiescultural eventsfamily friendlyartisanal productsfestive displayslight displaysNew Years Eve

Location

Various locations in Jinzhou
Jinzhou, Liaoning

Event Details

Duration

Up to 16 days

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Jinzhou Culture and Tourism Group

Food & Drink

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Tips & Advice

  • Plan your visit to Jinzhou Expo Garden between January 29th and February 13th to catch the full range of lantern displays, fireworks, and folk performances.
  • For a more traditional experience, head to Beiputuo Mountain from January 29th to February 12th for bell-ringing ceremonies, fortune-gathering parades, and craft workshops.
  • Explore the surrounding counties like Linghai and Yixian during their New Year's markets to find unique local products and experience authentic rural festivities.
  • Visit one of the three 'Jinzhou Good Gift' stores to purchase distinctive local souvenirs and handmade items, with interactive crafting opportunities available.
  • Check the specific dates for events like the 'welcoming the God of Wealth' parade (around the 5th day of the Lunar New Year) and the Lantern Festival celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main attractions of the 'Jinzhou Year, Most Northeast' event series?

The series includes a New Year folk lantern festival with fireworks at Jinzhou Expo Garden, traditional New Year customs and activities at Beiputuo Mountain, and local New Year's markets in surrounding counties, alongside special promotions at 'Jinzhou Good Gift' stores.

When and where is the Jinzhou Expo Garden Lantern Festival held?

The Jinzhou Expo Garden New Year Folk Lantern Festival runs from January 29th to February 13th, 2025, featuring folk lanterns, fireworks, intangible cultural heritage performances, ice and snow entertainment, and specialty foods.

What kind of traditional activities can visitors expect at Beiputuo Mountain?

At Beiputuo Mountain, visitors can participate in bell-ringing for blessings, a 'welcoming the God of Wealth' parade, enjoy traditional foods like seven-treasure porridge, and engage in folk activities such as paper-cutting, Chinese knot weaving, and a 'fortune relay race'.

Where can I find unique souvenirs and local products?

The 'Jinzhou Good Gift' brand offers over a hundred types of exquisite and cost-effective local cultural and creative products, non-heritage items, and specialty products. There are three physical stores, with plans to expand into key tourist attractions and commercial areas.

Is this event suitable for families?

Yes, the event series is designed to be family-friendly, offering a wide range of activities from lantern festivals and fireworks to traditional crafts and folk games, providing a rich cultural experience for all ages.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 2, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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