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Colorful celebrations mark Sanyuesan Festival in Yunyan

english.guiyang.gov.cn|Updated: 2025-04-02

Local Miao people and tourists gathered on March 31 in Yunyan district's Yanghui village, Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, to celebrate the traditional Sanyuesan Festival, which falls on the third day of the third lunar month.

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Yanghui village in Yunyan district celebrates Sanyuesan Festival. [Photo/WeChat account of Yunyan district]

Yanghui, the only Miao village in Yunyan, has preserved its rich cultural heritage, blending agricultural traditions with vibrant song and dance.

This year's event featured three main areas, which drew tourists from across the country to enjoy immersive folk experiences, intangible cultural heritage performances, and cross-cultural interactions.

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Performers in ethnic costumes dance on stage. [Photo/WeChat account of Yunyan district]

The festival culminated in a bonfire party, where villagers and tourists danced to unique Miao music. Lu Fenglian, a Miao villager, expressed her pride in showcasing Miao culture: "Wearing our handcrafted ethnic costumes on stage and exchanging experiences with other performers is an honor."

Wang, a visitor from Guangxi, praised the event, saying, "It was worth the trip! We experienced the beauty of ethnic culture and bonded with people from different backgrounds."

Yanghui village's thriving cultural and tourism industry continues to attract visitors, making the Sanyuesan festival a signature Yunyan event.

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Performers in ethnic costumes dance on stage. [Photo/WeChat account of Yunyan district]




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