London's West End original play "Life of Pi" is coming to Guangzhou

The original play in London's West End, "Life of Pi," will make its debut at the Guangzhou Opera House from June 19 to 22! Notably, the Guangzhou Opera House is offering special ticket discounts for students. This summer, join us to relive Pi's extraordinary adventure!

Global rhythms, local roots: Nansha's ICH Gala lights up heritage day

The Global Highlights in Nansha - 2025 Jiaomenhe International Neighborhood Gala Night & Intangible Cultural Heritage(ICH) Theme Promotion Day will kick off at Nansha Jiaomen Park Square on the evening of June 14th. This event is not only a showcase of ICH but also a cultural dialogue that transcends time and space.

A juicy journey through Guangdong's lychee season

Final countdown! Guangzhou's Tianhe District Dragon Boat Invitational sets sail June 14

To warm up for the upcoming 15th National Games, the 2025 Tianhe District Dragon Boat Invitational will take place on June 14 (Saturday) at 1:00 PM at the south gate of Huolushan (Mountain) Forest Park (Cencun Reservoir, Changxing Street, Tianhe District).

New exhibit opens at Guangzhou Zoo

During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, the newly upgraded south exhibition area of Bird's Paradise at Guangzhou Zoo officially opened.

Guangzhou Jazz Festival 2025 and "Music in Summer 2025" kick off at Xinghai Concert Hall

On May 28, the Guangzhou Jazz Festival 2025 kicked off with the return of Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti and his all-star band to Xinghai Concert Hall!

Guangzhou hosts dragon boat races ahead of Duanwu Festival

Dragon boat races were held over the weekend across the districts of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, as traditional celebrations for the upcoming Duanwu Festival.

Macao's physical theatre makes its Guangzhou debut on Dragon Boat Festival

From May 31 to June 1, 2025, the wordless children's physical theatre production "The Mischievous After-School Club (捣蛋托管班)" will hold six performances at the Guangzhou Opera House Experimental Theatre.

2025 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament to kick off on June 1

On the afternoon of May 26, it was announced at a press conference that the 2025 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament would be held on the section of the Pearl River between the Square of Sun Yat-Sen University North Entry and Guangzhou Bridge on June 1.

Call for submissions: performance programs and main visual design for 5th GBA Culture and Arts Festival

To promote cultural and artistic exchanges and cooperation within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), and to enhance the region's cultural soft power, the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province officially announced on May 23 that it is now inviting submissions for performance programs and main visual designs for the 5th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Culture and Arts Festival (hereinafter referred to as "the Festival").

The 5th GBA Culture and Arts Festival open call: Global artists drawn to vibrant arts bay

The 5th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival has officially launched an open call for performance projects and main visual design submissions, inviting participants from both domestic and overseas.

Chinese-style musical "The Longest Day in Chang'an" premieres in Guangzhou this week

The Chinese-style musical "The Longest Day in Chang'an" is adapted from Ma Boyong's bestselling novel of the same name, blending traditional Chinese folk music with rock to create a mesmerizing symphony.

Five unmissable textbook landmarks to explore in Guangdong

May 19 marks the 15th annual China Tourism Day. This year, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism launched the trending campaign "#TravelWithChineseTextbooks". In Guangdong, a province steeped in history and rich in natural beauty, several destinations have been immortalized in classic lessons taught across generations. Let's embark on a literary-inspired journey across the province!

2025 Guangzhou Dragon Boat Championships & Water Sports Carnival to kick off this weekend

The 2025 Guangzhou Dragon Boat Championships & Water Sports Carnival will take place on May 17/18 at the Chengma Luhu Water Sports Center in Yuexiu District, featuring competitive 300-meter dragon boat races and vibrant cultural activities.

Nepal Tourism Promotion Program held in Guangzhou amid "Nepal Visit Year"

The Consulate General of Nepal in Guangzhou organized the Nepal Tourism Promotion Programme under the theme "Experience Nepal: A Journey Through Nature, Culture, and Adventure" on May 14, 2025, in Guangzhou. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Nepal and China, and it is also the "Nepal Visit Year".

Guangzhou Opera House celebrates 15th anniversary with wonderful performances and exhibitions

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Guangzhou Opera House, which is celebrating the milestone with a series of artistic events themed "Timeless Impressions" to share with the people of Guangzhou.

In pics | Run into thrilling world of World Athletics Relays Guangzhou 2025

The top global competition for relay athletics - the World Athletics Relays 2025 is being held from May 10 to May 11 at the Tianhe Sports Center in Guangzhou. This is the first time that the event is being held in China, which also creates a good atmosphere for welcoming the 15th National Games.

Get ready to discover 2025 Guangzhou International Travel Fair

The 33rd Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF), one of China's longest-running and most market-driven tourism exhibitions, is set to take place from May 15 to 17, 2025, at the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou. Themed "Meaningful Tourism, Enduring Connections," this year's edition promises to deepen international tourism collaboration and explore innovative models for sustainable travel development.

Celebrate May Day with inspiring exhibitions at this art center

As the May Day holiday approaches, the Guangzhou People's Art Center in the city's Yuexiu District has unveiled a rich lineup of art exhibitions, featuring renowned artists from China and abroad and offering a unique blend of professional artistry and public engagement.

Embrace lotus carnival in Baomo Garden during May Day holiday

As the early summer breeze carries the scent of blooming lotus, Baomo Garden (宝墨园) in Panyu District, Guangzhou, unveils its first wave of blooming early lotuses. From May 1 to 5, the garden will host the "Early Lotus Viewing Season."