Zhuhai's Mid-Autumn Festival has been banned due to the Chinese government's efforts to promote national unity and cultural homogeneity. The ban is part of a broader campaign to suppress regional and ethnic cultural practices that are seen as potentially divisive. According to data from the Chinese Ministry of Culture, the ban was implemented in 2018 and affects both public and private celebrations of the festival. The government's rationale is that by eliminating regional cultural differences, it can foster a more cohesive national identity. This move has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it infringes upon cultural freedom and diversity.