Gregorian Date
August 19, 2026
Lunar Date
7/7
Day of Week
Wednesday
The Qixi Festival (七夕节), celebrated since the Han Dynasty, originates from the celestial love story of the Cowherd (Niulang) and the Weaver Girl (Zhinü). Ancient maidens worshipped the Weaver Star Vega to pray for dexterity in needlework, love, and happy marriages under the night sky.
Qixi Festival (七夕节/七夕節), also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, falls on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month. It celebrates the annual meeting of the Cowherd (Niulang) and the Weaver Girl (Zhinü) in Chinese mythology.
Traditional activities include praying for skills in needlework, making offerings to Zhinü, and stargazing for the stars Altair and Vega across the Milky Way.
Qi Xi Kuai Le (Happy Qixi Festival)
Qiaoguo (fried thin pastries), fruits, and tea
The Cowherd and Weaver Girl are separated by the Milky Way. Once a year, magpies form a bridge to reunite them.
Weddings are sometimes avoided as the lovers' separation implies a tragic romance.
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