Lion Dance: A 2000+ Year Old Chinese Tradition Symbolizing Happiness

Lion dance, as a traditional folk performance in China, has a history of more than 2,000 years. In lion dance, two performers wear a lion costume together, with one moving the head and the other moving the body and tail. They skillfully cooperate to imitate various movements of a lion. As the king of beasts, lions symbolize happiness and good luck, so people usually perform lion dance during the Spring Festival and other festivals. Lion dance may also appear in other important occasions, such as store openings and weddings, often attracting many people to watch.