Guangzhou is rolling out an endless feast of shopping and leisure this National Day holiday. Ready to explore until you drop? Alongside Guangzhou Bai'etan MixC and Taikoo Li Julongwan, here are more top picks.
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Tianhe District
Holiday fun at Grandview Mall
Over 500 events are scheduled, offering a relaxing holiday experience full of surprises.
October 1 to October 3: Brass band fountain concert at the North Plaza.
October 4 to October 5: An interactive parade show featuring jazz and cat themes.
October 6 to October 7: Cappella performances on the 7th floor. Traditional Chinese-style parades will also take place daily.
Grandview Aquarium: The "Deep-Sea Chinese Opera" highlights unique underwater performances of traditional Chinese opera, blending intangible cultural heritage with aquatic exhibits.
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Other events
Link Plaza: Spalding's 150th anniversary tour exhibition "Beyond the Court" (October 1 to November 15).
K11 Guangzhou: AHMAO Solo Exhibition "Joy In Innocent" South China Premiere (September 30 to November 30).
Taikoo Hui Guangzhou: "1 Realm, 5 Dimensions" themed exhibition (until October 7).
igc Guangzhou: Rubber Duck art exhibition (September 25 to November 1).
Haizhu District
Lingnan Harbour Mall: A new waterfront retail and lifestyle complex developed by Grandbuy of Lingnan Group has officially opened. Located in the core area along the Pearl River's rear channel, it offers river views and diverse consumer experiences.
1985 Beer Cube at Party Pier: Formerly the Pearl River Beer Factory, which went into production in 1985, the site integrates offerings such as sports and leisure, all-day dining, as well as arts-and-cultural lifestyle experiences into its waterfront space, bringing new shopping, sports and reading destinations to Party Pier.
2026 Guangzhou Animation and Game Expo (CICF×AGF): The expo is now underway at PWTC Expo in Pazhou and runs through October 5.
Yuexiu District
Theater performances: A variety of shows will be staged at Xinghai Concert Hall, Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theatre, Beilei Theatre, Guangdong Drama Art Theatre, Guangdong Friendship Theatre, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, etc.
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Guangzhou Zoo: Engaging activities include animal storytelling, small animal observation and International Gibbon Day events.
Yuexiu District Museum: DIY gold foil rubbing, star lamp making and lion dance performances.
Baiyun District
Baiyun International Beer and Food Carnival
Time: October 1 to October 5
Venue: West Plaza of Guangzhou Baiyun International Convention Center
Highlights: Craft beer, local food markets and highly affordable drink packages
Guangzhou Baiyun International Animation and Game Carnival
Time: October 5 to October 6
Venue: Building 3 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Convention Center
Highlights: Fun interactive games and prize redemption activities
Nature and more
Enjoy autumn foliage at Maofeng Mountain and various activities at Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area.
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Author: Liu Lingzhi
Photos: Guangzhou Tianhe Fabu, Guangzhou Haizhu Fabu, Guangzhou Yuexiu Fabu, Guangzhou Baiyun Fabu
