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2026-02-13

Guangzhou to host Waterborne Flower Market and Spring Flower Show for 2026 Spring Festival

During the 2026 Spring Festival, Guangzhou's Liwan District will present two signature events: the Guangzhou Waterborne Flower Market and the Guangzhou Cultural Park Spring Flower Show.

2026-02-09

Guangzhou's Chinese New Year fireworks show reservations open on Feb. 8

Reservations for the highly anticipated Guangzhou Baietan Chinese New Year Fireworks Display will open from February 8 to 10, giving residents and visitors a chance to secure their spots for the celebration.

2026-02-03

Tickets for GBA Lantern Carnival go on sale February 2

The moment has arrived! Mark your calendars for February 2, when ticket sales begin for the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Lantern Carnival. Prepare to be amazed by a dazzling 90-day spectacle where ancient lantern traditions meet stunning digital light art and drone shows. This immersive festival kicks off for the Lunar New Year and continues into early summer, promising an unforgettable experience for all.

2026-02-02

Westlife joins 2026 GBA Spring Festival Gala

On January 31, the famous Irish boy band Westlife appeared in Guangzhou, China, to take part in the recording of the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Chinese New Year Gala.

2026-01-30

Four major exhibitions showcase animation, tradition, and contemporary art in Guangzhou

The Guangzhou Museum of Art (Guangzhou Gallery of Art) is presenting four major exhibitions from January to March 2026, covering Chinese animation history, classical and modern horse-themed artworks, contemporary art inspired by traditional masterpieces, and the artistic legacy of the Wen Zhengming family, offering audiences a rich and diverse cultural experience.

2026-01-22

Four major exhibitions showcase animation, tradition, and contemporary art in Guangzhou

The Guangzhou Museum of Art (Guangzhou Gallery of Art) is presenting four major exhibitions from January to March 2026, covering Chinese animation history, classical and modern horse-themed artworks, contemporary art inspired by traditional masterpieces, and the artistic legacy of the Wen Zhengming family.

2026-01-16

Museums announce 2026 free admission schedules and major exhibition highlights

Guangzhou's museums have released their 2026 free admission schedule, offering the public multiple opportunities to visit cultural institutions at no cost throughout the year.

2026-01-16

Guangzhou's Nansha to hold 90-day GBA Lantern Carnival starting on Feb 10

The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Lantern Carnival will officially open in Nansha, Guangzhou, on February 10, 2026, and run for a total of 90 days until May 10, the organizers announced recently.

2025-12-24

Guangzhou set to dazzle with 2026 Guangzhou Spring Festival Lantern Festival

The 2026 Guangzhou Spring Festival Lantern Festival is confirmed to illuminate the city from January 30 to March 8, 2026, primarily at Yuexiu Park.

2025-12-22

Guangzhou Image Triennial 2025 opens, rethinking visual dialogue in the digital age

The Guangzhou Image Triennial 2025 opened on December 19 at the new Baietan venue of the Guangdong Museum of Art, bringing together 84 works from more than 80 artists across 25 countries and regions to explore how digital technology and ecological realities are reshaping the way people see and understand the world.

2025-12-19

Guangzhou to welcome "Year of Horse" with spectacular Spring Festival celebrations

Guangzhou, the vibrant southern Chinese metropolis, is set to host a magnificent array of cultural and tourism activities to celebrate the upcoming Spring Festival.

2025-12-11

Athletics events of 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities kick off in Guangdong

The athletics competition of the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities officially commences on December 9 at the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center Stadium, running until December 14.

2025-12-04

Exhibition "Shared Prosperity -- A Millennium of Guangdong's Foreign Trade" held in Guangzhou

People visit an exhibition titled "Shared Prosperity -- A Millennium of Guangdong's Foreign Trade" at the Guangdong Museum in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 3, 2025.

2025-11-26

2025 Understanding China Conference (Guangzhou) will be held from November 30 to December 2

The 2025 Understanding China Conference (Guangzhou), the ninth of its kind, will convene in Guangzhou from November 30 to December 2, under the theme of "New Plan, New Development, New Choices——Chinese Modernization and New Vision for Global Governance".

2025-11-24

Game on, taste on! 2025 Guangzhou International Gourmet Festival opens at Liede International Neighborhood

On November 21, the 2025 Guangzhou International Gourmet Festival opened at Liede International Neighborhood, where the excitement of the 15th National Games meets international gastronomy.

2025-11-18

2025 Guangzhou International Light Festival opens, illuminating city for 11 days

The 2025 Guangzhou International Light Festival opened on November 16 and will run through November 26, highlighting the vibrancy of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the spirit of China's 15th National Games.

2025-11-17

Guangzhou Metro adjusts services during Guangzhou International Light Festival and Auto Guangzhou

During the Guangzhou International Light Festival (Nov 16 - 26), some metro stations will suspend services due to the combined impact of the light festival and the 23rd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou, Nov 21 - 30).

2025-11-14

Free pickleball center opens in Guangzhou metro station

The Guangzhou Metro Pickleball Center, located on the mezzanine level of Pazhou Station on Guangzhou Metro Line 11, has officially opened. Covering nearly 1,000 square meters, the center features 10 professional pickleball courts and can accommodate up to 50 players simultaneously. The facility is currently open for free reservations, transforming a transportation hub into a multifunctional public venue.

2025-11-14

French pavilion to present 'Art of Hospitality' at Guangzhou Design Week

The 2025 Guangzhou Design Week, the premier gathering for Asia's design industry, will take place from December 5 to 8. The event will span across three dedicated venues— the Guangzhou Poly World Trade Center, Guangzhou International Sourcing Center, and Haizhu International Convention and Exhibition Center.

2025-11-14

Guangdong Museum exhibition reveals historical roots of China's National Games

A new exhibition at the Guangdong Museum reveals the historical inspiration behind the "Ao Fish" figure that captivated audiences during the opening ceremony of China's 15th National Games earlier this month. The creature's design draws from a 19th-century ceramic roof ornament displayed in "The Love and Memory of the Greater Bay Area," which opened on November 11 to coincide with the Games.