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Dragon Boat Festival links modern China to 2,000-year traditions
Filed: Jun 19, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Summary: The Dragon Boat Festival, a Chinese holiday over 2,000 years old, is celebrated across mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
WHO: People across mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan
WHAT: Celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival
WHEN: Jun 19, 2026 at 6:38 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: It is the annual Dragon Boat Festival, a holiday more than 2,000 years old.
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