Today’s Qixi Festival, I wish you a happy and sweet life

Today is August 19, 2026, which coincides with the Qixi Festival on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. This traditional festival, known as the “Chinese Valentine’s Day,” originated from the worship of stars in ancient times. As early as three to four thousand years ago in the Book of Songs, there were records of the stars Altair and Vega. In the Han Dynasty, Qixi gradually took shape. The record of “Han colored women often wear seven hole needles in Kaijin Building on July 7” in the Western Capital Miscellaneous Records of the Eastern Jin Dynasty is the earliest extant written record of begging for cleverness. In 2006, it was also included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage lists.

The traditional customs of Qixi Festival are rich and full of fireworks. Ancient women would display melons and fruits under the moon, ask for skills in needlework, compete with needlework, and worship the Weaver Maid to pray for a happy marriage. In addition, customs such as exposing clothes and drying books, worshiping Kuixing stars, and eating skillful fruits have also spread for thousands of years.
Today’s Qixi has long been integrated into modern life. It is no longer just about love, but also carries the value of people’s sincere feelings: lovers do not need to pursue luxury gifts, but a walk together and an in-depth conversation can convey their hearts; Many families will use festivals to tell their children the legend of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl, and experience traditional activities such as tie dyeing and fruit making together. Through interaction, children can understand the ancient pursuit of diligence and wisdom, and this Chinese romance that spans thousands of years can radiate new warmth in contemporary life.