One of the biggest celebrations of Chinese culture will take place in the heart of Cincinnati this week with the Cincinnati Moon Festival at Fountain Square on Saturday, Sept. 29. Second only to the Chinese New Year, the Moon Festival is a significant celebration that marks the roundest, largest moon of the year.

The family-focused event will feature a variety of interactive activities, cultural exhibits, 12 performances and the showing of a new Chinese movie entitled “37.” Various food vendors will be onsite along with opportunities to sample mooncakes, authentic Chinese pastries special to the Moon Festival. The event will conclude with a glowing paper lantern parade around Fountain Square.