The Double Ninth Festival This festival falls on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month.According to chinese tradition,the ninth day has special significance;and the ninth day of the ninth lunar month is the most auspicious day of the year.On this day,Chinese people customarily go mountain climbing, eat cakes,drink wine and admire chrysanthemums. Since the late 1980s,the Double Ninth Festival has become a festival for old people.Various kinds of acivities to show respect and concern for elderly are held throughout the country;old people are also invited to attend celebration meetings and watch theatrical performances.