Dazzling lights illuminate the city. [Photo/WeChat account: cxtour]

As New Year's Day approaches, Huzhou in Zhejiang province has been enveloped in a festive atmosphere, set to usher in 2026 with a range of festivities.

In urban commercial centers, the festive atmosphere will be vibrant. The Huzhou Capital Outlets will host a shopping and entertainment feast with local bands and African drum performances. Meanwhile, Deqing county's Yintai will hold a New Year music festival with renowned bands and hourly prize draws.

In a blend of tradition and technology, a dazzling drone light performance with 1,000 drones will illuminate the sky above Nanxun Ancient Town at 7:30 pm on Dec 31, showcasing the perfect blend of ancient charm and modern technology.

For those seeking tranquility, resorts and campsites offer alternative celebrations. New Century Grand Hotel in Changxing county and the Motan Music Valley in Deqing county will feature bonfire parties on Dec 31. The Qixin Campsite in Nanxun district will offer camping, barbecues, and outdoor movies.

As a popular destination for the New Year holiday from Jan 1 to 3, Taihu Lake Longemont Paradise, a tourism complex in Changxing, will present exclusive activities, including a three-day music festival and spectacular performances featuring datiehua, also known as molten iron fireworks.

Cultural and artistic events also enrich the holiday experience, with Anji Grand Theater in Anji county presenting classic plays like Swan Lake and traditional shadow play performances on Dec 31.