China's traditional festivals have evolved through the centuries from past major events. For instance, long ago when people had a bountiful harvest, they gathered and celebrated their good fortune with gala (祭日)performances. When natural disasters struck, they offered sacrifices to the gods and their ancestors, hoping for a blessing. The change of the seasons, flowers in spring, and the bright moon in autumn could all arouse their longing for a more beautiful life. Thus, creative activities were held to signify these events, Gradually these activities developed into festivals.

      中国的传统节日大多是由一些重大事件发展而来的,例如:很久以前,如果人们有一个大丰收的话他们就会聚在一起庆祝.逐渐的这些活动就发展成了节日.