Mysterious Yelang—Asilixi: The highly anticipated Asilixi Torch Carnival of 2026 is set to make a grand entrance. From July 24 to 26, the main venue will be staged at Asilixi Square (Convention and Exhibition Center), with satellite venues simultaneously hosted at Shuanghe Park in Hanyang Subdistrict and the Jiucaiping Scenic Area. A series of events will unfold, including long-table banquets, cultural galas, star-studded concerts, highland off-road races, and a special edition of the Xiangshuitan Music Festival—all bringing folk traditions, music, and outdoor adventures together in one unforgettable experience, kicking off a summer carnival celebration uniquely yours, Asilixi.

July 24 Event Preview

Fire-Starting Ceremony

Date: July 24, 2026

Location: Xiaojiucaiping, the Peak of Guizhou

Holding a fire‑taking ceremony and a flame‑relay event.

Long Table Feast Folk Experience 12:00–19:00

🔥 Event Time

July 24–26, 2026

🔥Dining Location

Every day from 12:00 to 17:00, on the first floor of the Asilisi Grand Theater;

6:00 PM–7:30 PM, on the plaza beside the Asilisi Grand Theater.

Opening Ceremony 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Event Time: July 24, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Event Location: Asilisi Square (Convention and Exhibition Center)

Cultural galas and bonfire festivities resounded skyward as the torches blazed and spread.

Cultural Gala at 8:00 PM

Intangible cultural heritage performances took center stage, with the Yi ethnic group’s bell dance and a stunning live‑action drama brought to life, bringing Hezhang’s unique ethnic cultural heritage to the fore. Illuminated by dynamic lighting and adorned in vibrant traditional costumes, the show created an immersive audiovisual feast.

Bonfire Bash

As night fell, the main torch was slowly lit, and thousands of torches converged into a flowing river of stars. Guests and Yi ethnic compatriots alike joined hands around the bonfire, singing and dancing; the joyful steps of the Axi Lixi dance echoed across the square, while the flames illuminated the entire night sky, unleashing a hundred percent of fiery passion in the cool summer evening.

July 25 Event Preview

Asilisi Plateau Orienteering Race (Southwest Division)

Event Date: July 25, 2026

Event Location: Ertaipo Scenic Area

Gallop across the cloud‑kissed plateau and answer the call of the wild! The 2026 Wumeng 100 High‑Altitude Orienteering Championship—Southwest Division—will take place at Ertaipo, where a cross‑country adventure unfolds on ten thousand acres of alpine meadow.

Asilisi Carnival Night

Event Time : July 25, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM

Event Location : Asilisi Square (Convention and Exhibition Center)

This electrifying night brings together local powerhouse singers and popular online influencers for a star-studded concert. After the show, the festivities continue with a bonfire party—dancing around the flames and unlocking the laid-back, heartwarming romance of a summer evening.

July 26 Event Preview

“Deep in the Wumeng Mountains: Cool Bijié” – The 2026 Xiangshuitan Music Festival Presents a Special Performance at Axi Lixi

Event Time: 8:00 PM–9:30 PM

Event Venue: Asilisi Square (Convention and Exhibition Center)

Following the launch ceremony, exciting events will be held every Saturday through National Day—stay tuned!

-Appointment Guide-

⏰ Event Dates: July 24–26, 2026

📍 Main Venue: Asilisi Square (Convention and Exhibition Center)

📍 Sub-venues: Shuanghe Park in Hanyang Subdistrict and Jiucaiping Scenic Area

The cool air of Wumeng and the Yi people’s fiery passion come together in heartfelt harmony. From July 24 to 26, gather in Hezhang for a feast at the long table, enjoy a star-studded concert, gallop across the cloud‑kissed grasslands, and sing late into the night around a blazing bonfire. And don’t miss Jiugushui: spend your days tackling water‑based challenges, then soak in the starlit hot springs after dark. Amid the crisp mountain breeze and skies ablaze with firelight, unlock a summer celebration uniquely yours—right here in Hezhang!