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2025-08-21

A month of cultural celebration across 11 cities: GBA Culture and Arts Festival to return in September

From September 16 to October 16, 2025, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Culture and Arts Festival will unfold across 11 cities, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Macao.

2025-08-18

International Pavilion of 2025 Southern China Book Fair opens

This year's Book Fair featured a specially established International Cultural Hall under the theme "Read the World", bringing together cultural highlights from Southeast Asia, Europe, the Arab countries, Central Asia, and more.

2025-08-15

First tickets for 15th National Games go on sale on August 28

The official ticketing system for the 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities (NGD), and the 9th National Special Olympic Games (NSOG) was launched on August 13, with over five million tickets expected to be available—far exceeding the volume of previous editions.

2025-08-13

Enjoy Nepal's rich culture and craftsmanship at Guangzhou Library

On August 9, "Across the Himalayas: The Symphony of Nature and Culture in Nepal" opened at the Multicultural Library on the 8th floor, north wing of Guangzhou Library.

2025-08-11

Original English musical "Phantom of the Opera" returns to Guangzhou in 2026

The original English production of "The Phantom of the Opera", one of the most iconic and beloved musicals in history, will make its highly anticipated return to the Guangzhou Opera House from January 20 to February 8, 2026.

2025-08-07

August Exhibition Guide | Explore new artistic frontiers in Guangdong

This August, a range of exhibitions will be on view at the Guangdong Museum of Art. Here's your guide to a rewarding artistic experience.

2025-08-06

August Calendar | Must-attend fairs & exhibitions in Guangdong

This August, Guangdong will host a dazzling array of trade fairs and exhibitions, covering industries from cross-border e-commerce, smart manufacturing, and AI technology to books, furniture, tea culture, automotive, intangible cultural heritage, and IP copyrights.

2025-08-05

Guangzhou's White Swan Hotel launches 17-day Thai Culinary Festival

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Thailand, White Swan Hotel in Guangzhou has kicked off a 17-day Thai Culinary Festival. Running from August 1 to 17, the event offers guests an immersive experience of authentic Thai cuisine and traditional performing arts.

2025-08-04

August calendar | 15th National Games Fitness Events

The 15th National Games and the National Para Games began their 100-day countdown on August 1. In the last 100-day stretch before the Games, Guangdong is set to host a series of exciting 15th National Games fitness events for the general public.

2025-07-31

2025 Southern China Book Fair to be held in August in Guangzhou

The 2025 Southern China Book Fair will redefine cultural exchange as it opens its doors at the Canton Fair Complex from August 15 to 19 in Guangzhou. This year's event transcends regional boundaries to emerge as a landmark international platform, seamlessly blending technological innovation, youthful creativity, and cross-cultural dialogue.

2025-07-25

Italian musical The Divine Comedy to grace finale of 2025 Guangzhou Art Season

On the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy, the acclaimed Italian epic musical "The Divine Comedy" will take the stage at the Guangzhou Opera House from August 7 to 10, serving as the grand finale of the 2025 Guangzhou Art Season.

2025-07-23

Treasured seals from China's oldest literary society exhibited in Guangzhou

From July 20 to October 20, 2025, the Guangzhou Museum of Art is hosting a special exhibition in Hall 1, featuring a distinguished collection of inscriptions, Chinese paintings, and calligraphy from the renowned Xiling Seal Engraver's Society.

2025-07-22

Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra unveils 2025/2026 Season with expanded offerings

The Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra (GSO), in partnership with the Xinghai Concert Hall, officially announced its 2025/2026 Season at a press conference on July 19, 2025.

2025-07-21

Italian court life in Guangzhou: Guangdong Museum brings 18th-century Europe to life

Baroque melodies ripple through the air, and dancers twirl in elegant waltzes that evoke the grandeur of European palaces. Yet this isn't a scene from Venice or Vienna—it's unfolding in Guangzhou, where global culture is increasingly part of daily life.

2025-07-11

World's largest fragrance museum opens in Guangzhou

On July 10, the Xuelei Fragrance Museum, located in Baiyun District, Guangzhou City, officially opened to the public for trial operation.

2025-07-10

Exhibition "Bernar Venet: Beyond Concept and Matter" held in Guangzhou

Bernar Venet, born in the 1940s in France, was influenced by postwar movements like Abstract Art, Experimental Art, and Nouveau Réalisme. His work spans painting, sculpture, conceptual art, and the visualization of scientific principles, challenging artistic conventions.

2025-07-01

Real-life Toy Story: New toy exhibit opens at Guangdong Museum

Never too old to enjoy toys! A playful and nostalgic toy exhibition at the Guangdong Museum—titled "Play Together: Toys Collected in Museums"—is now open to the public through September 21, 2025.

2025-06-30

Bamboo trails you can't miss in Guangzhou

Tired of the summer heat? Step into a world of towering bamboo, shaded trails, and quiet green retreats in Guangzhou! Here are some of the best places to enjoy bamboo walks this summer.

2025-06-30

World-class artists unite for three spectacular concerts at Xinghai Concert Hall

The inaugural "Chamber Music Week 2025" at Xinghai Concert Hall will be held from July 17 to July 20, featuring renowned musicians such as Emmanuel Pahud, the principal flutist of the Berliner Philharmoniker, the Shanghai Quartet, eminent guqin player Chen Leiji, and acclaimed horn player Han Xiaoguang.

2025-06-27

Anime fever returns: Guangzhou to host spectacular summer carnival

The 3rd Grandview Planet Anime Carnival will kick off on July 5 at Grandview Mall in Guangzhou and run through August 31, transforming the city into a vibrant hub of anime celebration.