A dance performance is staged in Bayannuur to celebrate China Tourism Day. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]

Bayannuur, a city in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, hosted a grand wedding customs and cultural ceremony on May 17 at the Yellow River Bay Pedestrian Street to celebrate the approaching China Tourism Day, attracting tens of thousands of residents and tourists.

The event combined traditional Chinese culture, folk customs, parades, matchmaking activities, and cultural markets, creating an immersive cultural experience with a strong historical atmosphere.

The celebration opened with a colorful parade featuring performers in elaborate costumes marching through the streets. Flash dance performances, interactive activities, and gift giveaways filled the area with excitement and laughter. On the performance stage, magicians and acrobats showcased impressive skills, drawing enthusiastic applause from the crowd.

A performance reenacting traditional Chinese wedding customs is staged during the event. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]

One of the highlights was the flower hairpin-themed celebration inspired by traditional Chinese aesthetics. Dancers dressed as flower fairies performed gracefully under the spotlight before joining the audience alongside performers carrying fresh flowers.

Traditional wedding customs from different ethnic groups were presented through immersive performances. A reimagined version of the classic "martial arts contest for marriage" entertained audiences, while ceremonies such as embroidered ball tossing and Song Dynasty (960-1279)-style weddings showcased the charm of ancient customs.

The event also featured live performances of classic Chinese songs, with singers performing both on stage and aboard decorated flower boats.

An illuminated boat parade takes place at night during the event. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]