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June 19th marks this year's Dragon Boat Festival, one of China's oldest traditions,
but it's not just about rice dumplings and boat races anymore.
Think study tours, DIY herb banquets, healthier takes on some not-so-healthy snacks,
and race events built around tourism.
Young people are remaking a centuries-old holiday in their own image.
So how do ancient celebrations evolve without losing their soul?
Coming to you from our studios in Beijing, this is Round Table.
I'm Steve. Thanks very much for being with us today.
And for the show, I'm with Yushan and Yangyang.
First up, June 19th marks this year's Duanwu Festival, or Dragon Boat Festival.
It's one of China's oldest traditions, but these days it's taking on some surprising new forms.
From Dragon Boat study tours and DIY mugwort bouquets
to healthier snack recipes and tourism-driven racing events,
young people, they're finding fresh ways to connect with this centuries-old tradition.
How can traditional festivals stay relevant while preserving cultural roots?
I guess, Yangyang and Yushan, good afternoon.
I guess it's a question that we talk about a lot, right?
Depending on whatever tradition we're talking about,