Digital tech illuminates art festival

The Xiong'an First X Youth Art Festival kicked off in Xiong'an New Area in Hebei province on Oct 1.

A key feature of this year's festival is the debut of one of the world's largest permanent interactive architectural mapping installations along with an immersive 3D holographic water screen light show, which illuminated the night sky, showcasing Xiong'an's vibrant future and creating a new cultural landmark.

The event attracted thousands of spectators and visitors who gathered in the plaza of the Xiong'an Business Service Center mesmerized by the awe-inspiring visuals. The crowd erupted in cheers as they were fully immersed in the festive, joyful atmosphere.

Throughout the National Day holiday, the Xiong'an Business Service Center hosted two light shows every evening with more themed performances to follow in the coming months.

The light show, produced in partnership with digital technology firm Alight, debuted four interactive architectural displays and the 3D holographic water screen presentation. The lineup included the themes Building Dreams for the Future, Open Now, Super Power Party, A Stroke of Red, Rising Higher and Xiong'an Vistas using iconic business buildings as projection screens.