The sound of firecrackers marks the end of the year, and the spring breeze brings warmth into Tusu. The customs of the Spring Festival include: setting off firecrackers, drinking Tusu wine, and posting Spring Festival couplets.

The agricultural customs in southern Shanxi are distinctive. The Spring Festival customs embody the auspicious psychology of praying for good weather and a good harvest. Pu Opera in southern Shanxi, Chinese New Year steamed buns, drum carts, and Yangko are all representative New Year customs and culture.