Every year on March 8th, the ancient village of Huangling bursts into bloom with its spectacular Flower Festival—a grand celebration of springtime beauty, traditional culture, and therhythms of rural life. Since its debut in 2018, the festival has become one of China’s most anticipated spring events, drawing tens of thousands of visitors and widespread media attention.

The 2025 edition, themed “Ancient Village on the Cliff—Terraced Fields in Bloom,”  attracted both domestic and international tourists, all eager to witness the breathtaking scenery and vibrant cultural performances. Set against a backdrop of golden rapeseed terraces,Huizhou-style architecture, and mountain air, the festival offers an immersive experience blending nature and heritage.

 A Parade of Flowers and Tradition

The festivities begin on Huangling’s iconic Sky Street with a graceful dance performance titled “The Spring Overture.” Thirteen “Flower Deities,” elegantly dressed in traditional Hanfu and carrying fresh flower branches, parade through the cobbled streets to bestow blessings for a prosperous spring—a vivid reenactment of ancient spring-welcoming rituals.

Meanwhile, costumed "flower vendors" mingle with visitors, offering baskets of blossoms and lively banter. Nearby, Hanfu dancers perform the energetic Spring Plowing Dance, capturing the spirit of renewal and the joy of planting season.

A Blossoming Cultural Experience

At the heart of the celebration is the Flower Field Bazaar, where stalls brim with artisan crafts, local delicacies, and interactive workshops, including hands-on sessions in lacquer fan-making, a treasured piece of Huangling’s intangible cultural heritage.

Scenic photo spots—over a dozen of them—are thoughtfully arranged along the flower trails, offering postcard-perfect views amidst fields of gold. From above, the sight is even more stunning: thousands of acres of terraced rapeseed fields encircle the village in radiant yellow, a breathtaking panorama that perfectly frames the historic stone houses and tile roofs.

In addition to the rapeseed blooms,magnolias, peach blossoms, and pear flowers also paint the landscape in pastel hues. The second bloom of rapeseed flowers in the Gaolǐng terraced fields is expected to last untilmid-April, giving visitors plenty of time to soak in the view.

More Than a Festival—A Season of Celebration

The "Huangling Blooming Spring" series continues through May 5th, offering an extended celebration of rural life. Highlights include Flower Field Gatherings, spring plowing experiences, and more cultural activities that make Huangling in springtime“worth seeing, worth playing, and worth savoring.”

Come and experience Huangling Flower Festival—where tradition meets natural splendor, and every step through the village feels like walking through a living, blooming painting.