Amid cheers, 70 couples in traditional attire walked the red carpet and pledged their love at the Guangdong Youth Collective Wedding on May 18 in Changtan Village, Longmen County, Huizhou. The couples included firefighters, medical professionals, and rural entrepreneurs.
A pair of couples
At the ceremony, the couples in traditional wedding attire celebrated with family and friends, shared wedding wine, and participated in Hakka customs.
A highlight of the event was a symbolic tree-planting ceremony, where the couples planted saplings and exchanged heartfelt vows. "Planting a tree on our special day is deeply meaningful," said groom Wang Daren, adding that both love and life thrive through dedication and perseverance.
The wedding site
The event also featured a Youth Market, where the newlyweds enjoyed traditional crafts like farmer-style painting and tie-dye, sampled Longmen specialties, and collected keepsakes. The blend of "wedding + intangible cultural heritage" added a festive and memorable touch.
In recent years, Guangdong has promoted youth-focused marriage and matchmaking events, benefiting over 20,000 single young adults.
Reporter｜Zhang Guowei
Photo｜Wang Changhui
Editor | Liu Lingzhi, James, Shen He
