Gregorian Date
September 15, 2016
Lunar Date
8/15
Day of Week
Thursday
The Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节/中秋節) is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. It is a harvest festival celebrating family unity.
Traditions include eating mooncakes, carrying colorful lanterns, moon gazing, and telling the legend of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess. Family gatherings are central to the celebration.