Eat Yuanxiao: Yuanxiao is one of the most traditional foods in the Lantern Festival. It is usually a spherical dessert made of glutinous rice flour, wrapped with fillings of various flavors, such as sesame, bean paste and red dates. Eating Yuanxiao symbolizes family reunion and happiness.
Solve riddles on lanterns: During the Lantern Festival, people hang riddles on lanterns for others to guess. The person who guesses correctly will be rewarded. This activity is called "solve riddles on the lanterns".
Lantern Festival: One of the most attractive places of the Lantern Festival is all kinds of gorgeous lanterns. People will hang various forms of lanterns in public places such as parks and squares. People can enjoy lanterns, play and take photos, and feel the festive atmosphere of the festival.
Fireworks: People in some areas will also set off fireworks to celebrate the Lantern Festival. Setting off fireworks symbolizes driving away all ominous things and bringing good luck and happiness.
Dragon and lion dances: In some areas, people will perform dragon and lion dances to celebrate the Lantern Festival. In China culture, dragons and lions are very auspicious animals. Dragon and lion dances can bring good luck and blessings.
Generally speaking, Lantern Festival is a very happy and grand festival. People celebrate this festival through various traditional activities and food, and express their best wishes for family reunion and good luck.