Lantern City of China

<p>The 32nd Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival will open on January 24, 2026, at Lantern City of China, lighting up the night with the theme “Illuminating China, Building Dreams for the Future.” Featuring 10 themed zones, 11 large-scale landmark lanterns, and over 200 lantern displays, the festival creates an immersive world where tradition meets innovation and every step reveals a new story.</p><br><p>Deeply rooted in Chinese intangible cultural heritage, the festival brings Zigong lantern-making, paper-cutting, tie-dyeing, and folk arts together with legendary tales and mythological epics. Iconic installations such as the 35-meter Chinese Knot Gate, the 210-meter Mystical China (Kunpeng), and the Year of the Horse–inspired Mulan’s Legend showcase heroic spirit, cultural pride, and the timeless charm of Chinese stories through breathtaking light and form.</p><br><p>Powered by AI, AR, and interactive technologies, Lantern City of China transforms viewing into participation—where lanterns respond to touch, light, and movement. Recycled and everyday materials are reborn as glowing artworks, while children’s drawings from around the world become magical lantern creations. Along the Salt Street Lantern Market, immersive performances, photo scenes, and interactive characters turn the entire park into a living epic of light, celebrating a radiant dialogue between heritage and the future.</p>

<p>Expect a magical night walk filled with glowing lanterns, legendary Chinese stories, and hands-on technology. You’ll explore themed zones, interact with AI-powered displays, enjoy immersive performances, take stunning photos, and experience traditional culture reimagined through light, creativity, and modern innovation at Lantern City of China.</p>