The Zhongshan Rural Waterfront Coffee & Music Festival, held from May 1 to 3, ignited 23 towns/subdistricts and over 100 villages (communities) across Zhongshan with vibrant energy.

At the main venue along Anfu River in Tanzhou Town, dragon boats raced, songs echoed through the air, and lion dance performances captivated the audience. 

Along the riverbank, 60 booths formed a fragrant corridor — coffee aroma mingled with Tanzhou's signature carmine guavas, grilled eel and crayfish, creating an irresistible sensory feast.

Four music stages scattered across the venue featured local bands performing in rotation, their melodies drifting on the breeze. 

Along the 1.4-kilometer riverbank, visitors strolled leisurely, immersed in a joyful atmosphere reminiscent of a sea of happiness.

Statistics reveal over 500 themed activities, including waterfront music shows, coffee culture workshops and intangible cultural heritage performances, were held to attract more than 1.5 million visits to Zhongshan's countryside. This influx drove over 70 million yuan in spending on dining, accommodation and related services.