Experience Tradition and Innovation at the CMG 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala

The CMG 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala

As the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, a vibrant celebration is set to unfold in Deyang, a city rich in history and culture in southwest China. This year, the China Media Group (CMG) will host its much-anticipated festival gala, titled "Heritage and Harmony Beneath the Full Moon," promising attendees an unforgettable experience that blends ancient traditions with modern innovations.

A Journey Through Time and Culture

The festival will take place against the breathtaking backdrop of Sichuan Province, renowned for its beautiful landscape and deep cultural roots. The celebration will encompass a wide array of performances aimed at evoking feelings of nostalgia and longing for home, which are central to the Mid-Autumn Festival themes. This is a time dedicated to family reunions, making it a deeply emotional occasion for many.

This year marks a significant milestone as the gala also acknowledges the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. To pay tribute, the program will feature several nostalgic classics, including the heartfelt "Flowers of May," the timeless tune "As Time Goes By," and the beloved French song "La Vie en Rose." These songs collectively reaffirm humanity's universal aspirations for peace and a hopeful future.

In an innovative twist, the gala will present a unique performance merging the popular Chinese song "The Moon Represents My Heart" with Ben E. King's iconic "Stand by Me." This fusion will be performed by the acclaimed band Time for Three, alongside Chinese singer Jike Junyi, symbolizing the power of music to bridge cultural divides.

A City of Innovation and Tradition

Deyang, known as a modern manufacturing hub, serves as the perfect setting for this year's festivities. The city is not only a gateway to ancient cultural treasures but also a front-runner in technological advancement. In an exciting segment of the gala, guests will witness a tour of the Sanxingdui Museum, renowned for its archaeological relics preserving elements of the ancient Shu Kingdom. A robot will accompany this tour, demonstrating how intelligent manufacturing and traditional culture can engage in dialogue, showcasing the harmonious blend of past and future.

This extraordinary spectacle aims to underscore how cultural heritage and modern innovation can coexist and celebrate each other. With robots roaming amidst ancient artifacts, audiences will be reminded of the possibilities that lie in blending technology with tradition.

Broadcast to the World

The 2025 CMG Mid-Autumn Festival Gala is set to be broadcast live worldwide from 8 PM Beijing Time on October 6. Audiences across the globe will have the opportunity to partake in this remarkable celebration, bringing the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival beyond China’s borders and into homes everywhere.

By connecting communities through shared emotions and cultural expressions, the CMG gala aims to reinforce the idea that despite geographical distances, people everywhere can resonate with themes of family, reunion, and harmony during this special time of year.

So, mark your calendars, and don't miss this unique chance to experience the fusion of heritage and modernity at the CMG 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala in Deyang. Journey with us as we celebrate the full moon that illuminates our longing for family and shared humanity.