On June 21, 2026, in Beijing, a cultural festival and a national dragon boat race were inaugurated for the Dragon Boat Festival at Yichang, located in central China. This event commemorates the festival tied to Qu Yuan, an ancient patriotic poet. Yichang hosted this celebration featuring numerous activities, including a dragon boat race. The festival attracted a substantial turnout, with participation from both locals and visitors. The event aimed to highlight Chinese cultural traditions and promote unity through engaging festivities.