A Float for the “Piu Sik” or “Floating Colours” Parade

Floats were introduced from Foshan to the Jiao Festival of Cheung Chau in the 1920s. They now form a significant part of the Jiao parade which attracts thousands of visitors. “Piu Sik” or “Floating Colours” Parade team passed through the major streets of Cheung Chau which attracted large crowds of on-lookers. Children performing in “Piu Sik” or “Floating Colours” were dressed as characters in folk tales.