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The 36th Qingdao International Beer Festival opened its gates on the morning of July 17 at Golden Beach Beer City in the Qingdao West Coast New Area. With a celebratory countdown and lively performances by mascots and marching bands, the venue welcomed visitors to a 30-day summer extravaganza.

Continuing its legacy as a cultural landmark, the festival upholds the theme "Qingdao Cheers with the World". This year's event features significant upgrades, with over 300 merchants offering more than 2,300 varieties of beer alongside global cuisines across nine major beer tents, craft gardens, and food markets.

Guests can look forward to an immersive experience featuring over 2,000 cultural and sports activities, including the King of Beers competition, fashion shows, and spectacular high-altitude fireworks.