Nearly 130,000 Ring in 2026 at Beijing's 798 Art District
As the final hours of 2025 slipped away, Beijing's 798 Art District became an open-air stage where art, technology and public life converged to welcome the new year. Massive Scale: The celebration covered the district’s 520,000 square meters, with almost 200 galleries, museums, and performance spaces open late into the night. Countdown Innovation: Instead of a single clock, six synchronized countdown sites were spread across the district. - The No. 6 chimney featured Woven Light Chronicles, a digital light artwork by Wang Zhigang. - The “79 Tank” oil tank hosted Endless Circle, a time-based light installation. Immersive Atmosphere: LED screens, projections on factory walls, illuminated trees with handwritten wishes, and playful installations encouraged public participation. Performances: Folk-rock band Wu Tiao Ren and electronic band Nova Heart headlined, alongside classical dance, lantern parades, and reinterpretations of lion dances. Cultural Hub: The district is recognized as a national nighttime cultural and tourism hub, blending industrial heritage with contemporary art. Continuing Festivities Several installations will remain on display through the vacation period, extending the celebration into the first days of 2026.
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