On February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year, festive activities kicked off across Jinan, Shandong province. Crowds gathered at the Thousand Buddha Mountain Garden Fair and the Minghu Market to celebrate the Spring Festival. Visitors enjoyed temple fairs, appreciated traditional New Year customs, and celebrated family reunions with joy. At the Thousand Buddha Mountain Garden Fair, tourists watched lion dance performances and climbed the mountain to take in the festive atmosphere. Meanwhile, at the Minghu Market, attendees observed yangko dance performances, stilt walking shows, and dragon dances. An interactive session on safe travel also attracted participation from visitors.