Inspiration from various local cultures

As usual, the dances and songs from local folk art troupes were also a significant part of the CCTV Gala. One of the sub-venues was located in the Dong Ethnic Group village in Zhaoxing, Guizhou Province.

Local cultural elements were demonstrated through the Gala, such as the Grand Song of the Dong people, which has been passed down through generations for over 2,500 years, and was enlisted into the UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009.