Fireworks viewing spots

The best places to watch the fireworks

Wanzai Ancient City

Wanzai Ancient City

Wanzai Ancient City is one of the best places to watch the fireworks: every Saturday at 8:00 pm the free "Kiss of Flames" show lights up the sky for 30 minutes. Stone-paved lanes, horse-head gables and brilliant fireworks mirror one another in a picture-perfect scene.

Best viewing spots：Lüyin Square, the riverside promenade and the ancient city viewing terrace

Getting there：In the heart of Wanzai's county seat — reachable by bus or taxi

Longhu Park

Longhu Park

Longhu Park is Wanzai's urban park, with a broad lake and open sightlines — an ideal fireworks vantage point. The bursts reflected in the water make for a double visual treat.

Best viewing spots：The lakeside boardwalk, the mid-lake pavilion and the lakeside lawns

Getting there：In the southwest of the county seat — reachable by bus or taxi

Viewing tips

Best times to watch

  • Every Saturday, 8:00–8:30 pm (Wanzai Ancient City fireworks show)
  • Major holidays (Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, National Day) and the Wanzai Fireworks Festival
  • Summer evenings — cooler air, perfect for the outdoors
  • Spring and autumn — mild weather and lovely scenery
  • Snowy winter nights — fireworks dancing with falling snow

Good to know

  • Arrive early to claim a good vantage point
  • Stay safe: keep clear of launch sites and choose open ground
  • Protect the environment — take your litter with you
  • Follow on-site staff instructions
  • Bring a camera or phone to capture the moment

FAQ

When is the Kiss of Flames fireworks show?

Every Saturday, 8:00–8:30 pm at Wanzai Ancient City, free of charge; extra shows run during major holidays and the Wanzai Fireworks Festival.

Where are the best places to watch?

Wanzai Ancient City (Lüyin Square, the riverside promenade and the ancient city viewing terrace) and Longhu Park (the lakeside boardwalk, the mid-lake pavilion and the lakeside lawns).

Do I need a ticket?

No — the Kiss of Flames is a free show. Arrive early for a good spot, keep clear of the launch sites and stay safe.

How do I get to the Ancient City and Longhu Park?

Both are inside Wanzai's county seat, reachable by bus or taxi — the Ancient City in the heart of town, Longhu Park in the southwest.