On December 31, 2024, Beijing WTown in Miyun District will grant visitors free admission to Beijing WTown Scenic Area. Visitors can enter the scenic area for free by registering with their identity documents. There are also plenty of events within the scenic area to celebrate the arrival of the new year.

2024 Sunset Farewell Ceremony on Great Wall

Location: Simatai Great Wall

Time: December 31, 2024

(Reservations need to be made in advance; the schedule is subject to the sunset time that day.)

Lighting Ceremony on Great Wall

Location: Under Shanshuichang Archway

Time: 16:40-17:00 on December 31, 2024 (subject to the sunset time)

2024 New Year's Eve Concert at Beijing WTown

Locations: Under Riyuedao (Sun Moon Island) Archway, Old Theater of Riyuedao

Time: 17:00-20:00 on December 31, 2024

(The actual schedule may be adjusted.)

Luminous Dragon Dance

Location: Riyuedao Square

Time: December 31, 2024 (Folk music and luminous dragon dance performances will be presented after the drone show. The actual schedule may be adjusted.)

New Year's Eve Drone Show - Countdown to Year 2025

A total of 400 drones will present a stunning show with the countdown to the year 2025.

Location: Riyuedao Square

Time: 23:57 on December 31, 2024

(The actual schedule may be adjusted.)

2025 New Year Welcoming Dragon Dance on Great Wall

Location: Simatai Great Wall

Time: January 1, 2025

(Reservations need to be made in advance; the schedule is subject to the sunrise time that day.)

2025 New Year Opening Ceremony

Location: Square outside the Visitor Service Center

Time: 10:00 on January 1, 2025

(The actual schedule may be adjusted.)

Lucky Bags for New Year

To welcome in the New Year, Yuantong Tower will give away 188 free lucky bags of snacks to guests. First come, first served.

Location: Yuantong Tower

Time: 10:00, January 1, 2025

Immersive Performances

There are six spots in the scenic area with rotating performances. Indulge yourself in a vibrant feast of traditional Chinese fashion by stopping for the performances while touring the scenic area.

Locations: Various spots in the scenic area

Time: 12:30 -15:30 on January 1, 2025

(Sources: Beijing Release, Beijing Daily App, official WeChat account of Beijing WTown Scenic Area)