The festival was bustling with people throughout the day. The tantalizing Chinese cuisine and the wide array of cultural displays left American attendees reluctant to leave. This year’s performances were particularly special, as the Chinese delegation from the Kunshan Contemporary Kunqu Opera Theater made their debut on the stage of the Chinese Cultural Festival, showcasing the elegance of Kunqu Opera, one of China’s oldest and most revered art forms, often referred to as the “Master of a Hundred Operas.” This was also the first cultural arts delegation from China to participate in the festival since the pandemic. Additionally, over 20 groups and individuals from Pittsburgh’s Chinese and Asian communities delivered captivating performances throughout the day, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained!