Taicang Workers Cultural Palace came alive with a splendid array of festivities on Feb 12, the day of the Lantern Festival.

Dragon and lion dances are staged at the palace. [Photo/WeChat account: tcfbgw]

Cultural displays such as poetry recitals, children's dragon and lion dances, intangible cultural heritage fish-shaped lanterns, and Chinese-style band shows mesmerized visitors.

A Chinese-style dance show captures the attention of visitors. [Photo/WeChat account: tcfbgw]

The Lantern Festival-themed bazaar, consisting of about 40 unique stalls, was also bustling with life. Delicacies, handicrafts, daily necessities, agricultural products, cultural and creative items, and various traditional folk products were all on display, offering a one-stop shopping experience for any type of good imaginable.

Butterfly-shaped artifacts are showcased at the bazaar. [Photo/WeChat account: tcfbgw]

Traditional folk games such as lantern riddle-solving, touhu (an ancient game requiring contestants throw arrows into wine pitchers), and a ring-toss game were among the highlights of the event. Anchormen dressed in exquisite hanfu attire engaged with attendees in guessing riddles, creating an interactive and immersive experience for both adults and children alike.

A family tries solving lantern riddles. [Photo/WeChat account: tcfbgw]