The 24th Sichuan Guangwu Mountain International Red Leaf Festival will take place from October 1 to November 18 at the Guangwu Mountain Tourism Area in Bazhong, Sichuan Province, China. The annual event celebrates the region’s spectacular autumn colors, which cover 680 square kilometers of mountain forests and involve over 40 tree species, including Fagus pashanica, maples and lindens. With a forest coverage rate of 97%, Guangwu Mountain is known as a “natural oxygen bar” and has earned recognition as one of western China’s signature autumn attractions, often called “Asia’s longest natural red carpet.”
The festival caters to international visitors who prefer slower-paced, in-depth, off-the-beaten-path travel. A key new addition is the Yanziling Loop Boardwalk, launched in May 2026, which winds along mountain cliffs and offers views of a sea of clouds and brilliant foliage. The area also features outdoor attractions such as the 1,888-meter Red Leaf Coaster and a glass water slide certified by Guinness World Record, combining thrilling experiences with stunning natural scenery. For evening entertainment, the large-scale immersive production “New Dream of Guangwu Mountain” integrates cutting-edge light and visual technology with Bashan folklore and traditions. Visitors can also enjoy welcome performances and interactive robot activities.
A major highlight of this year’s festival is the newly completed Micang Avenue. Stretching 85 kilometers, the route connects seven core scenic spots, including Guangwu Mountain, Micang Mountain, and Nuoshui River, reducing a four-hour drive to just one hour. Lined with continuous stretches of colorful forest and layered peaks, the avenue brings brand-new travel experiences for autumn foliage enthusiasts.
The festival will also feature cultural, sports and international exchange activities, including the third season of the “Sending You a Red Leaf” campaign, the China Micang Avenue International Road Cycling Race, and the “World Red Leaf Landmark” global collection campaign. In addition, 31 scenic attractions and 18 museums and cultural venues across Bazhong will provide special ticket offers and visitor benefits during the festival.
For more information, visit the Guangwu Mountain official website. Across mountains and seas, Guangwu Mountain invites visitors from around the world to witness one of China’s most vibrant red-and-gold autumn displays.
