The Central Broadcasting and Television Network has announced the theme and main emblem for the 2026 Spring Festival Gala. The theme, "Racing Horses, Unstoppable", is inspired by the ancient Chinese poem 'Chu Ci' and symbolizes the spirit of progress and the expectation for a new journey. The main emblem features four horses galloping together, representing the theme and conveying a sense of forward momentum. The design is a fusion of cloud, lightning, and wave patterns, creating a dynamic and visually striking image. The network says that the 2026 Spring Festival Gala will be a celebration of the "15th Five-Year Plan" and will be broadcast to global Chinese communities. The gala's mascot, a group of four horses named "Racing", "Unstoppable", "Galloping", and "Unbridled", are designed to embody the spirit of success and good fortune. The design inspiration comes from classic horse images from different periods in Chinese history.