MidAutumn

MidAutumn, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon Festival, is a traditional festival celebrated by communities across China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam, Korea, and other East Asian regions. It falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, when the moon is full and bright, usually in September or October on the Gregorian calendar. The festival has roots in harvest rituals and moon worship, and it emphasizes family reunion and gratitude for the harvest.

Core symbols include the moon, Chang'e, the Moon Goddess in Chinese mythology, and the Jade Rabbit. The round mooncakes symbolize unity and harmony, and are shared among relatives and friends.

Common customs include moon viewing, lantern displays, and sometimes dragon dances. In many places people light lanterns, visit temples, and participate in night markets. Foods vary by region but mooncakes are widely associated; other seasonal fruits such as pomelo are popular.

In Vietnam, Tet Trung Thu features lion dances and children's activities; in Korea, the festival aligns with Chuseok, a major harvest holiday; in Japan, Tsukimi celebrates the autumn moon with offerings and poetry.

In modern times, MidAutumn is observed as a public or cultural holiday in several jurisdictions and remains a popular time for families to gather, reflect, and celebrate the harvest.