On the evening of February 16, China Media Group’s (CMG) much-anticipated 2026 Spring Festival Gala lit up screens worldwide, seamlessly weaving Chinese culture with advanced technology. This annual extravaganza marked the Chinese New Year with innovation at its core, drawing massive viewership.
Data up to midnight showed the live broadcast reaching 677 million users across platforms, with international distribution through about 4,000 media channels abroad. It’s a testament to the gala’s magnetic pull.
Traditional elements shone brightly. ‘Celebrating the Flower Goddesses’ combined song and dance to evoke the poetic beauty of twelve floral deities, capturing nature’s cycles. ‘Charm of the Ancient Silk Road’ dance vividly animated ancient frescoes, evoking the mystery of bygone eras.
Tech-infused acts stole the show: ‘Kungfu Robots’ saw mechanical wonders mastering kung fu moves, while ‘Intelligent Manufacturing Future’ sang of prosperous lives powered by innovation. The comedic skit ‘Grandma’s Favorite’ explored robots in domestic bliss.
Adding global diversity, performers from America, France, Ireland, Spain, Hungary, and Austria contributed vibrant routines in music, dance, and acrobatics. The 2026 gala redefined festive celebrations, bridging eras and borders with dazzling creativity.