The streets of Hong Kong's Tai Hang district ignite with color and smoke during the spectacular Fire Dragon Dance which made a spectacular return after three years of suspension due to COVID restrictions. In this popular tradition dating back over 100 years, a giant dragon structure made of straw and covered in incense sticks is hoisted and twisted through the streets by a team of athletic dancers. As the incense burns, the dragon appears to breathe bursts of fire.

The custom began in the late 19th century, when a village was plagued by a deadly outbreak of cholera. The villagers crafted the fire dragon and performed the dance ritual to rid the area of disease and misfortune. The effort was seen as a success, and the dance has been reproduced every year since then as a celebration of the community's health and good luck.