Mid-Autumn Festival Gift Idea — The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Mooncake Festival, is one of the most important cultural celebrations. Observed on the 15th day of the 8th month in the lunar calendar, the festival fell on September 29 in 2023, on September 17 in 2024, and will fall on October 6 in 2025. Families gather outdoors to admire the full moon, enjoy mooncakes, and share tea—traditions that embody unity and harmony.
| Year | Mid-Autumn Festival Date |
|---|---|
| 2018 | September 24 |
| 2019 | September 13 |
| 2020 | October 1 |
| 2021 | September 21 |
| 2022 | September 10 |
| 2023 | September 29 |
| 2024 | September 17 |
| 2025 | October 6 |
| 2026 | September 25 |
| 2027 | September 15 |
| 2028 | October 3 |
| 2029 | September 22 |
| 2030 | September 12 |
| 2031 | October 1 |
Mid-Autumn Festival Traditions
1. Eating Mooncakes (月饼 – yuè bǐng)
Mooncakes are the signature delicacy of Mid-Autumn. Styles and flavors keep evolving—from classic lotus or red bean to contemporary creations—yet the spirit of sharing remains the same.
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Cantonese-Style Mooncakes (广式月饼)
Famous for thin crust and generous filling (often ~2:8 crust-to-filling), with a golden, glossy finish and intricate patterns.
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Su-Style Mooncakes (苏式月饼)
Originating from Suzhou, these have flaky, layered pastry and tend to be sweeter, with fillings like red bean or assorted grains.
Yunnan-Style Mooncakes（滇式月饼）
Known for savory-sweet profiles that may include ham and floral notes; soft crust with a glossy surface.
Beijing-Style Mooncakes（京式月饼）
Northern style with a slightly thicker crust (~4:6), aromatic fillings, and a pleasant crunch.
Chaozhou-Style Mooncakes（潮式月饼）
Also called Fubing—puff-pastry style with crisp layers and fillings ranging from mung beans to taro, sometimes with egg yolk or seafood.
2. Lanterns (灯笼 – dēng lóng)
Lanterns in vivid shapes and colors light up streets and homes, creating a warm, festive glow under the full moon.
3. Reunion Dinner (宴会 – yàn huì)
Families gather for a hearty meal, followed by moon-viewing and sharing mooncakes together.
4. Offerings (供奉 – gòng fèng)
Seasonal fruits, mooncakes, incense, and candles are arranged facing the moon as gestures of gratitude and blessing.
Mooncake Festival Gift Guide
1. Mooncakes
Choose flavors everyone can enjoy—from classic lotus paste with yolk to modern durian, matcha, or floral blends. A few curated picks for 2025:
Golden Treats – Mid Autumn Festival 2025
A refined hamper with traditional baked mooncakes, nourishing bird’s nest, and seasonal fruits—ideal for family or corporate gifting.
MSW Durian Mini Snowskin – Mid Autumn Festival 2025
Chilled, pillowy snowskin mooncakes filled with rich Mao Shan Wang durian for a bold, modern twist.
Moonlight Harmony – Mid Autumn Festival 2025
A beautifully balanced curation symbolizing unity and joy—perfect for sharing with loved ones at reunion time.
2. Tea
Fragrant teas pair perfectly with the richness of mooncakes and make a thoughtful, soothing gift.
3. Wellness Hampers
For recipients who prefer lighter treats, consider wellness-oriented assortments—dried fruits, wholesome snacks, or bird’s nest tonics—to complement the sweetness of mooncakes.
Sending Mid-Autumn gifts is a way to share blessings of health, harmony, and prosperity. Celebrate meaningfully with mooncakes and curated hampers, and may your Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 be filled with reunion and joy.
