The Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou is a comprehensive cultural venue built to commemorate Tang Xianzu, one of the world’s hundred great cultural figures and a master of Ming‑dynasty drama in China. It is also one of Jiangxi Province’s ten major memorial halls dedicated to historical luminaries.

Mid-Autumn Festival Event Preview | A Full Moon Over Linchuan: Passing Down Memories

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2026-09-17

The Mid-Autumn Festival is an important traditional holiday of the Chinese nation, embodying cultural values of family reunion and harmony. As the 2026 Mid-Autumn holiday approaches, our museum is launching a special program titled “A Full Moon over Linchuan: Passing Down Memories,” which seamlessly blends time-honored Mid-Autumn customs, the exquisite artistry of intangible cultural heritage, and the spirit of revolutionary tradition. Through hands-on experiences, we aim to preserve our cultural roots and deepen visitors’ sense of patriotism.

Mid-Autumn Festival Opening Hours and Arrangements

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The opening schedule for the Mid-Autumn Festival is as follows:

The Mid-Autumn Festival in 2026 will be observed with a three-day holiday from Friday, September 25, to Sunday, September 27. The Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City will remain open to the public as usual. The museum will be closed for maintenance on Monday, September 28.

Friendly reminder: Hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (admission ends at 4:30 p.m.).

Location: No. 1325 Wenchang Avenue, Fuzhou City (opposite Rui Shui Forest Park)

Bus routes: Take bus routes 9, 11, 21, or 22 to reach the destination.

1. Event Duration: Starting at 10:00 a.m. each day from September 25 to 27.

2. Event Location: Yu Ming Tang

3. Precautions: This event operates on a limited-registration basis. Please contact the Public Education Department in advance at 0794-8220356 to register. You are welcome to participate in one to three activities of your choice; please arrive on time. The Visitor Service Center on the first floor of Yumingtang is equipped with antiseptic solution, cotton swabs, and other emergency supplies—please feel free to ask the front desk staff if you need them. We wish you a pleasant visit!

The rich tapestry of traditional customs and delightful festive events ensures that the millennia‑old Mid-Autumn culture endures, infusing each autumnal celebration with warmth and a sense of ritual. May you cherish this precious holiday, set aside the hustle and daily grind, spend time with your loved ones, and savor life’s simple joys—sharing in the beauty of the autumn moon, exchanging heartfelt conversation, and welcoming a Mid-Autumn Festival filled with peace, happiness, and smooth sailing.

I. A Reunion on the Tip of Your Tongue: Mid-Autumn Mooncake DIY with Snow Skin

(September 25, limited to 20 groups)

This event is a Mid-Autumn folk‑customs experience, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the spirit of reunion and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural essence of this traditional festival. Participants will handcraft snow‑skin mooncakes—molds, fillings, and packaging materials are provided—and take their finished creations home to share with family.

II. Red Memories at Your Fingertips — Lantern Riddle Guessing + Song Brocade Accessory DIY

(September 26, limited to 15 groups)

This event is a fusion of red culture, Mid-Autumn folk traditions, and intangible cultural heritage crafts.

1. Red Lantern Riddle Guessing: Inside the venue, lantern riddles incorporating red‑culture motifs—such as heroic figures and iconic revolutionary sites—will be displayed, and participants who solve them will receive small prizes.

2. Production of Song Brocade Accessories: An introduction to the history and craftsmanship of Song brocade, a national-level intangible cultural heritage.

III. The Bright Moon Shines on My Heart — Mid-Autumn-Themed Storytelling Session + Lantern-Making Workshop

(September 27, limited to 20 groups)

This event combines a Mid-Autumn-themed storytelling session with fun, hands-on crafts.

1. Themed Storytime: On-site storytelling of Mid-Autumn Festival–themed tales—such as Chang’e Flying to the Moon and the Jade Rabbit Pounding Medicine—helps participants gain a deeper understanding of traditional Chinese mythology.

2. Lighting Lanterns · Sending Wishes to the Motherland: Participants lit the lanterns they had made, wrote messages of goodwill for their country or family on cards, and posed together for a group photo.