Drummers give a lively show on the streets of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, on March 15, 2026. [Photo by Wu Zhiwei/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition was held on Sunday in Zhengding county of Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, attracting 14 top-tier drum troupes from across China.

The performers gathered to celebrate the spring season with lively drumming, presenting exquisite programs ranging from traditional Chinese styles to international acts.

The event provided a splendid cultural feast for residents and tourists.

Following the main performances, the troupes paraded through Zhengding to show off the charm of folk drum art up close.

Drummers give a lively show on the streets of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, on March 15, 2026. [Photo by Wu Zhiwei/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Drummers give a lively show on the streets of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, on March 15, 2026. [Photo by Wu Zhiwei/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Drummers give a lively show on the streets of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, on March 15, 2026. [Photo by Wu Zhiwei/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2026 National Drum King Competition is held on Sunday in the ancient town of Zhengding county in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province. [Photo by Liang Zidong/For chinadaily.com.cn]