Latest Events in Jiangsu(February Updated)

This year's lantern festival, themed "Unfettered Imagination and Fantastic Ideas," incorporates more technological elements and regional characteristics into traditional lantern art. Walking along Hehai East Road, the "Colorful Castle" lantern display is bathed in light, with pink and purple gradient light strips outlining a fairytale-like silhouette, complementing the nearby "Dinosaur Astronaut" lantern display and attracting many passersby to stop and take photos. Further along, the "Whale Dream Tunnel" is a sea of ​​blue lights, with a giant whale shark-shaped lantern hanging overhead. The streamlined body of the lantern slowly changes color according to its built-in program, as if transporting people into a deep-sea fantasy. In the core area of ​​Dino Water Town, "Unfettered Imagination" has revealed its magnificent form. A 35-meter-wide and 25-meter-high steampunk-style mechanical Pegasus stands in the street, its intricate gear structure clearly visible, its wings able to open and close, and the light and shadow effects perfectly matching the meaning of "striving posture." In front of Jinshui Bridge Square, the "Pegasus Breaking Dawn" light installation unfolds its 60-meter-long wings. The two-tone wallpapering technique gives the light fixture a textured look even under natural light. When illuminated, the Jinshui Bridge gate is enveloped by these shimmering wings, creating a dazzling spectacle. At the foot of the 120° East Longitude Observation Tower, the 100-meter-diameter "Ten Thousand Lights" light installation surrounds the tower, with 13 fantastical tree shadows symbolizing the prosperous development of Jiangsu's 13 prefecture-level cities. Not far away, the "Changbao" light installation innovatively adopts an integrated design of "light installation + commerce," showcasing the city's IP while providing an immersive consumer experience for the cultural and creative space at the base.

"The Worse, the Happier" is an immersive, hilarious, and heartwarming comedy presented in Nanjing. Through a series of seemingly dire yet captivating events, the play invites viewers to experience the humor and warmth of life. The actors' vivid performances and witty dialogue transport the audience into a world of laughter and heartwarming moments. The plot is full of twists and turns, offering endless laughs and profound reflections on life. Whether it's laughter or tears, this play will touch the heart, making it an emotional journey not to be missed.

The National Geographic "Centennial Charm·Born to Be Extraordinary" Classic Images Exhibition will be brilliantly showcased in Suzhou. This exhibition brings together National Geographic's iconic photographic works from the past century, covering themes such as natural landscapes, wildlife, and human history. These images not only showcase the magnificence and diversity of our planet but also document the evolution and transformation of human civilization. Visitors will experience the allure of photographic art and the wonders of Earth through this visual feast. The exhibition aims to inspire love and awareness for nature conservation, offering an unmissable cultural experience.

Dunhuang Art Exhibition: Exploring the Silk Road is an immersive cultural feast that blends digital technology with thousand-year-old murals. Through high-precision digital restoration technology, the exhibition brings the immovable murals and painted sculptures of Mogao Caves right before visitors' eyes. Guests can enter 1:1 replicas of classic caves like Cave 3 and Cave 45, or even use VR devices to explore special caves not open to the public, achieving a cross-temporal experience of "being in the city while seeing Dunhuang." The exhibition also displays over 80 national treasure-level artifacts including the Northern Liang Stone Pagoda and the Guiyijun Government Wine Account Records, alongside the global debut of digital restoration achievements from the Library Cave, systematically narrating how Silk Road civilizations converged to form Dunhuang - this "Gobi Desert pearl." Interactive zones allow visitors to personally experience mural copying on clay tablets, 3D-printed caisson ceilings, and listen to experts explain lapis lazuli pigments and their connection to Silk Road trade history.

The Qinhuai Lantern Festival, also known as the Jinling Lantern Festival or the Confucius Temple Lantern Festival, is among the first national-level intangible cultural heritages. It enjoys the reputation of being "the number one lantern festival under heaven" and "Qinhuai lanterns are the best in China." It is the only large-scale comprehensive lantern festival in China that integrates lantern exhibitions, lantern events, and lantern markets. It is also the country's longest-running, most attended, and largest folk lantern festival. Information on the 40th Qinhuai Lantern Festival (Bailuzhou Main Venue) is as follows: Theme: Lanterns Illuminate the Glorious Night, Anchoring in Qinhuai Highlights: Large story-themed lantern display: "Five Horses Cross the River, One Turns into a Dragon"Seven themed zones including "Galloping Horses Embrace Spring", "Qinhuai Fireworks", "Children’s Dream of the Stars", and "Prosperous Dragon and Fish Dance"Representative lantern works from Foshan, Quanzhou, Xianju, Huangyuan, Suzhou, and more Lighting period: 2025.12.26 - 2026.5.5 Opening hours: Daytime — 10:00-16:00; Evening — 17:00-22:00 Venue: Nanjing Bailuzhou Park (Wudingmen Station of Metro Line 3)

From the boundless grasslands of Inner Mongolia, where the sky meets the emerald plains at the horizon, this vast land has nurtured the talented Mongolian people known for their singing and dancing. They perform heartfelt folk songs that have been passed down through generations, their melodies echoing endlessly across time. "Naire Band," a Mongolian band with 15 years of history, has performed everywhere from domestic and international music festivals to cultural events and theaters. From the grasslands to the cities, they've never stopped singing—Naire's music brings warmth and energy, making audiences dance and leap with joy. In 2024, we took a bold step by bringing our music to livehouses, connecting face-to-face with fans and immersing ourselves in a younger cultural vibe, letting ethnic music pulse at closer range. Over the past year and a half, we've traveled to 21 cities and fallen deeply in love with the LIVEHOUSE concert experience. When the music fills the venue, with songs and dances radiating energy, closing your eyes transports you to a Mongolian yurt. Holding hands together, we all become singers and dancers on the grassland. In that moment, everyone would say: "With Nair's music, anywhere can be our prairie." The concert features standing-room-only viewing. Children under 1.2m can enter for free when accompanied by a guardian. Admission tickets are priced vouchers, not regular products, and are non-refundable. Please purchase carefully.

Suzhou's Lion Mountain • Unrestrained Comedy Theater will present the French classic comedy "A Desperate Man." Known for its unique humor and profound social insight, this comedy is a masterpiece of French theater. "A Desperate Man" tells the story of a protagonist trapped in life's difficulties, who experiences a series of comical and unexpected events while facing various challenges. Through nuanced character portrayals and clever plot design, the play not only delivers laughter but also prompts audiences to reflect on life and human nature.

The "Next Stop Jurassic" Future Vision XR Immersive Discovery Center is an exciting experience that combines virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies to provide visitors with an immersive adventure into the Jurassic era. Here, participants can interact with lifelike dinosaurs through advanced XR technology and explore the mystery and magnificence of the prehistoric world. The center is designed with multiple themed areas, allowing visitors to observe the living habits and ecological environments of various dinosaurs up close. Whether for a family outing or for scientific education, this discovery center provides a fun and educational experience that inspires interest in paleontology and awe of the natural world.

The "Next Stop Mars" Future Vision XR Immersive Exploration Center exhibition at Nanjing Jinling Tiandi Station utilizes a 100-square-meter large-scale spatial positioning and digital twin technology to bring Martian landscapes, space capsules, and sandstorms to life in a shopping mall. Wearing a lightweight headset, visitors can freely walk around, control a robotic arm, and drive a Mars rover, completing a complete "landing-research-return" mission in just 30 minutes. Nighttime time slot also feature limited-time "Mars Aurora" lighting. After the adventure, visitors can print a "Mars Residence Certificate" at the adjacent space-themed cafe, leaving behind a cool cosmic memory of their Jinling summer.

"Steel and Glory": European Knights' Armor and Culture Exhibition is a spectacular historical feast showcasing the splendor and honor of medieval knights. The exhibition features exquisite knight armor, weapons, and related artworks, delving into the profound influence of chivalry on European culture. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire masterful craftsmanship and designs while learning about knightly virtues and their societal roles. Through interactive experiences and multimedia displays, the exhibition offers an immersive historical journey that reveals the legends and allure of the knightly era.