Traditions
Tell the Story of Chang'e
Parents share the story of Chang'e while children search for her shadow on the moon.
Tell the Story of Chang'e
Parents share the story of Chang'e while children search for her shadow on the moon.
Make Your Own Mooncakes
Mooncakes are a delicacy and a must during the Mid-Autumn Festival. While there are endless variations of mooncakes available for purchase, baking them yourself will make extra special when sharing...
Make Your Own Mooncakes
Mooncakes are a delicacy and a must during the Mid-Autumn Festival. While there are endless variations of mooncakes available for purchase, baking them yourself will make extra special when sharing...
Gaze at the Moon
After the reunion dinner, it is time to go outside and admire the fullness and brightness of the moon!
Gaze at the Moon
After the reunion dinner, it is time to go outside and admire the fullness and brightness of the moon!
Decorate the House in Red
Red is considered an auspicious color in the Chinese culture. Houses and streets are decorated with red items during the holiday.
Decorate the House in Red
Red is considered an auspicious color in the Chinese culture. Houses and streets are decorated with red items during the holiday.
Cook a Festive Dinner
On the eve of Chinese New Year, generations get together for a feast of sumptuous food prepared days in advance.
Cook a Festive Dinner
On the eve of Chinese New Year, generations get together for a feast of sumptuous food prepared days in advance.
Give Red Envelopes
Money in a red envelope is given from elder to the children on the first day. Traditionally, red envelope are thought to bring good luck and keep evil spirits away.
Give Red Envelopes
Money in a red envelope is given from elder to the children on the first day. Traditionally, red envelope are thought to bring good luck and keep evil spirits away.