In 20 17, CCTV Spring Festival Evening continued to follow the form of "one main venue and four sub-venues" in 20 16, and the southern sub-venue chose Guilin Xiangshan Scenic Area, which integrates natural scenery and history and culture.
20 17 Spring Festival Gala is the first time in 34 years that Guilin was chosen as the venue for the Spring Festival Gala. The venue is located in Elephant Trunk Hill, and the stage is built on the water.