Yanbian Ethnic Torch Festival! Free Entry Guide for the Ten-Thousand-People Bonfire Celebration is Here

Yanbian, a hidden treasure town in Sichuan, is bursting with joy in July~ Not only does it have numerous must-visit spots, but it also hosts a free-to-enjoy Torch Festival! From July 11 to 16, the Yanbian Ethnic Torch Festival offers free admission🆓. The main venue’s ten-thousand-people bonfire party is a must-visit. Here’s a comprehensive guide for you to save~⬇️ - 🔥 Three Major Torch Festival Venues 1️⃣ Hongguo Yi Ethnic Township Sub-venue: From July 11 to 13, basketball games run from preliminaries to finals, plus wrestling + crossbow shooting + cockfighting and sheep fighting. Don’t miss the cultural performances and bonfire party on the evening of the 12th. - 2️⃣ Wenquan Yi Ethnic Township Sub-venue: On July 13 and 14, watch basketball and tug-of-war competitions. The bonfire party and ignition ceremony on the evening of the 14th are spectacular, with a lively Zuo Mountain Guozhuang dance atmosphere! ⚠️ Must-experience: Soak in the wild hot springs while stargazing, and enjoy Yanbian lamb rice noodles at the town’s food street. - 3️⃣ Gesala Yi Ethnic Township Main Venue (Key‼️) ⏰ July 16, Peak Day, starting from 13:30 Thousands enjoy the Duoluohe folk performance, Gesala matchmaking event, ethnic traditional competitions, mass Zuo Mountain Guozhuang dance, Bimo blessing ceremony, and more exciting activities one after another~ 🏃🏻🏃🏻 The ten-thousand-people bonfire feast is a must! Hundreds light the fire + thousands pass the fire + ten thousand gather around the bonfire—an incredibly spectacular scene👏🏻👏🏻 🏙 The following drone show is also amazing. After the show, you can camp directly under the starry sky~⛺ - 🌿 Recommended Nearby Attractions ✔ Gesala Ecotourism Area      ✔ Ertan National Forest Park ✔ Sun Lake Park          ✔ Guosheng Tea Village - 🍜 Must-Try Foods ✔️ Yanbian’s soul trio: Yanbian lamb rice noodles + Yanbian oil-fried pork + Yanbian barbecue ✔️ Also delicious are Yanbian Hunjiang tofu pudding and Yanbian pickled fish - 🚗 5 Days 4 Nights Highlight Itinerary D1: Hongguo Yi Ethnic Township (basketball + wrestling) → Long Street Banquet → Stay at Hongguo homestay D2: Hongguo market shopping → Ertan Reservoir self-drive → Stay in Yumen Town D3: Wenquan Yi Ethnic Township (tug-of-war) → Wild hot springs → Bonfire party → Stay at Wenquan homestay D4: Tour Gesala Ecotourism Area D5: Gesala Yi Ethnic Township (fruit picking + folk performances) → Evening bonfire party + drone show → Starry sky camping - 📍 Practical Tips ⚠️ Transportation: Self-driving is recommended! The S470 ring lake road offers stunning scenery (drive safely during the rainy season) ⚠️ Dress code: Wear bright clothes! At the bonfire party, ethnic minority friends will pull you to the center to dance, perfect for photos ⚠️ Weather: Check the weather in advance, and prepare for rain and sun protection - With this guide, you can fully immerse yourself in the Torch Festival and explore Yanbian’s beautiful landscapes. Just go for it~