Dragon dance in Cangxi county, Guangyuan, Southwest China's Sichuan province to mark Lantern Festival. [Photo provided to cngy.gov.cn]

A highlight of the festival was the spectacular costumed parade, which featured the "Five Fortunes" procession, representing happiness, prosperity, longevity, joy and wealth. Classic characters including the Monkey King paraded with flair, while fire-spitting stunts added an element of thrill to the festivities.

As night fell, Cangxi's skies were illuminated by a mesmerizing light show in which 1,000 drones formed intricate patterns. The 12-minute aerial spectacle narrated the county's development, providing a fitting climax to an unforgettable Lantern Festival celebration.