Summer vacation is halfway through, but the excitement continues without pause! This edition of our weekly Changning guide brings you a lineup of summer activities offered by major cultural venues and shopping districts. From exhibitions, shopping, and performances to intangible cultural heritage workshops—come see if there's something that catches your interest!
The 11th International Children's Creative Art Invitational Exhibition features over 160 artworks from 25 countries, including China, France, and Germany. The diverse range of exhibits spans painting, photography, handicrafts, sculpture, creative installations, and multimedia. Time: Now through September 13, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed on Mondays and public holidays, last entry at 4:30 PM). Venue: Shanghai Art Collection Museum (Tianshan Park, No. 1731 West Yan'an Road). Participation: Walk-in directly.
The Traditional Embroidered Pouch Boutique Exhibition focuses on embroidered pouches, showcasing a collection born from enduring affection. Once common accessories on ancient garments, these pouches encapsulate the warmth of daily life, the sincerity of wishes, and the elegance of aesthetic tastes from bygone eras. The exhibition explores these sealed stories through multiple dimensions, including the pouches' uses, colors, patterns, and emotions. Time: August 1 to August 30. Venue: Bole Exhibition Hall, 2nd Floor South, Changning District Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Center (No. 95 North Yuyu Road). Participation: Walk-in directly.
The String Rhythms and Elegant Charm "Fei·Chang Inheritance Workshop" offers a Guangling School Guqin Art Experience Course. The workshop is now recruiting students, opening 10 precious spots for beginners with zero knowledge of the guqin, inviting you to join a timeless musical journey. Time: August 4 to August 28. Venue: "Intangible Heritage Home," 3rd Floor South, Changning District Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Center (No. 95 North Yuyu Road).
The "Play Wild Together" Charity Interactive Art Exhibition is co-hosted by Changgong School and children's clothing brand Najie at the Changning District Workers' Cultural Palace. Featuring the plateau migratory bird bar-headed goose as its central theme, the exhibition uses eco-friendly, recyclable materials to build immersive interactive installations, transforming the cultural palace hall into an educational "natural science base." It offers an engaging experience for visitors of all ages, allowing them to learn about the ecology of the Sanjiangyuan region and wildlife protection while having fun. Venue: 1st Floor, Changning District Workers' Cultural Palace (No. 1250 Yuyuan Road). Participation: The exhibition is free and open to the public, but requires reservation. Citizens can book through the Najie mini-program, Dianping, or Damai.
The "Why Love Changning" "Little Master's Happy Tour" Summer Micro-Travel activity includes a century-old Suzhou Creek walk. The itinerary includes visiting the Huazheng campus, strolling along the Huazheng section of the Suzhou Creek riverside walkway, checking out the Zhongshan Park cruise terminal, boarding a Suzhou Creek cruise, and envisioning the future. Time: August 7. Venue: Huazheng Suzhou Creek Walkway. Participation: Follow the "Shanghai Changning Culture and Tourism" WeChat public account to register.
The 2026 Happy Summer Parent-Child Choir Summer Camp features children's choir and parent-child choir training. Students will enhance their confidence and expression through scientific vocal techniques and choral skills. Over three days of teaching, participants will rehearse and perform one children's choir piece and one parent-child choir piece. Beyond learning rhythm, tempo, and music theory, the camp includes music games and children's printmaking activities, allowing children to experience the charm of blending music with different art forms in a joyful atmosphere. Venue: Changning Cultural and Art Center.
The original ballet production "The Phantom of the Opera" by Shanghai Ballet is adapted from French author Gaston Leroux's novel of the same name, marking the first stage work to interpret the story through ballet. Set in the late 19th century, it tells the tale of the Phantom hiding in the Paris Opera House, who attempts to control the entire theater and dominate the fate of rising ballet star Christine in a nearly obsessive manner. Time: August 7 to August 8. Venue: Grand Theatre, Shanghai International Dance Center. Participation: Purchase tickets via Damai.
The Longemont Summer Tourism Festival at Longemont City Life Center offers a range of activities, including the Genshin Impact "Midsummer Party" offline themed pop-up, the Longemont Grand Stage youth talent show, free movie tickets with any purchase, free play for cosplay enthusiasts, and parades featuring the Longlong Squad and clowns, providing both entertainment and shopping experiences. Venue: 1F Red Atrium, Longemont City Life Center.
The BaiLian West Suburb Summer Where to Go event offers various consumer benefits during the summer vacation, including an open-air cinema and summer ice-breaking activities as part of a parent-child all-around experience camp. Time: See poster above. Venue: BaiLian West Suburb Shopping Center. Participation: Walk-in directly.
The WYSH Feiyue Li Second Anniversary Plan, WYSH SUMMER Midsummer Joy Gathering, brings together the best of summer. It features a Hong Kong Record Footprint Exhibition, a K-pop dance flash mob by ADE Dance Troupe, and exclusive merchant benefits for the second anniversary. Visitors can explore melodies, dance, and gourmet food while discovering surprises along Wuyi Road. Venue: No. 168 Wuyi Road. Participation: Walk-in directly.
The East Hongqiao Huipincang Summer Special Offers promotion provides significant discounts on selected international brand skincare products, off-season cotton and down jackets, T-shirts, shorts, and more, starting at 20% off. Venue: Huipincang, East Hongqiao Center. Participation: Walk-in directly.
The 2026 Shanghai Town and Street Football Super League (Changning District Qualifiers) features matches including Xinjing Town vs. Jiangsu Road Street; Tianshan Road Street vs. Zhoujiaqiao Street; Jiangsu Road Street vs. Zhoujiaqiao Street; Xianxia New Village Street vs. Tianshan Road Street; Huayang Road Street vs. Beixinjing Street; and Chengjiaqiao Street vs. Xinhua Road Street. Time: August 1 to August 2. Venue: Xinjing Middle School.
The "8·8 National Fitness Day" Theme Event Opening Ceremony and 2026 4th Changning National Sports Season "Champion Challenge" takes place on August 7 at Changning Raffles City.
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