A lion dance performance by Changchun 2027 Winter Universiade volunteers. [Photo/Cailian News]

Nearly 1,000 volunteers from universities across Changchun gathered on Oct 18 for an event showcasing their talents and enthusiasm for the Changchun 2027 Winter Universiade.

The event brought together ice and snow culture, traditional Chinese arts, and youthful energy through a diverse program of performances. Volunteers presented a hand-gesture dance celebrating winter sports and Changchun, while students from Jilin Sport University demonstrated traditional dragon and lion dance skills rooted in China's intangible cultural heritage.

Volunteers sing songs at the show. [Photo/Cailian News]

Students from Northeast Normal University performed group gymnastics, while Jilin Agricultural University combined singing and dancing to express the younger generation's sense of responsibility. Changchun Guanghua University brought contemporary street dance and rap to the stage, and Jilin Arts University presented a dance reflecting the connection between youth and the city.

A group dance at the show. [Photo/Cailian News]

International students and Chinese students from Jilin University also performed together, fostering cross-cultural friendship.

Volunteer recruitment has covered 36 universities in Changchun and Jilin, selecting 8,100 candidates. Organizers will continue training volunteers and promoting ice and snow knowledge and volunteer spirit in schools and communities.