The fifth Miao Ethnic Yangma Festival held on July 4 in Xiushan Tujia and Miao autonomous county, Chongqing, showcased ancestral rituals, a vibrant street parade, and intangible cultural heritage. Dubbed the “Miao People’s May New Year”, this significant event symbolizes gratitude and community spirit. Listed as a national intangible heritage in 2021, the festival offers a colorful window into Miao culture.