Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
中秋节, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival that falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. It is a time for family reunions and celebrating the harvest.
Related terms
月饼 (yuèbĭng): These are traditional Chinese pastries that are commonly eaten during 中秋节. They are round in shape and often filled with sweet fillings like lotus seed paste or red bean paste.
赏月 (shǎng yuè): This term refers to the tradition of appreciating the full moon during 中秋节. Families often gather outdoors to admire the moon's beauty and share stories.
嫦娥 (cháng'é): In Chinese mythology, 嫦娥 is a goddess who lives on the moon. She is often associated with the legend of 中秋节 and symbolizes beauty and grace.