Ordos holds spectacular mass New Year parade

On March 2 and 3, 2026, the Kanbashi district of Ordos City in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region came alive with a spectacular New Year parade. Featuring 16 mobile and eight static performance groups from Ordos and ten other regions across China, the event brought together over 1,000 performers. The two-kilometer parade route connected three main performance hubs, drawing a crowd of 150,000 spectators.

The parade was a vibrant fusion of intangible cultural heritage and traditional New Year celebrations, showcasing elements not only from Inner Mongolia but also from provinces including Shaanxi, Shanxi, Guangdong, Guizhou, and Hebei. It was a powerful display of Ordos's rich cultural traditions and dynamic spirit.

With troupes from across the country delivering colorful and complementary performances, the event became a true festival of cultural exchange.

More than just a community celebration, the parade served as a powerful showcase for Ordos itself. Through extensive media coverage — including live broadcasts, short videos, photos, and articles — the festive energy of the city reached a national audience, allowing people everywhere to experience the Lantern Festival atmosphere in Ordos.

The event highlighted the unique charm of Ordos's New Year traditions while projecting an image of a warm, dynamic, and welcoming city. It succeeded in inspiring more people to discover Ordos and to consider experiencing its culture firsthand.