BEIJING, June 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A grand opening ceremony of a cultural festival and a national dragon boat race (Yichang) to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese festival associated with the ancient patriotic poet Qu Yuan, kicked off in Yichang, central China's Hubei Province, on Friday.
In Yichang, the hometown of Qu Yuan, the celebration is also dedicated to commemorating the great poet. The opening ceremony began with a performance named Ode to Qu Yuan, featuring lyrical singing and graceful dance that vividly conveyed the enduring spirit of the poet and instantly immersed the audience in the festival atmosphere.
