Counting down to the May Day holiday? Your travel buddy awaits in Shenzhen's Nanshan District, a destination bursting with surprises!
Theme Parks Reimagined
1. NeZha Lands at Evergreen Resort
The mythical hero NeZha, a beloved Chinese folklore figure, takes center stage at Evergreen Resort. Visitors can interact with costumed characters like Ao Bing and Taiyi Zhenren, explore rainforest trails, and marvel at Jurassic Park replicas. A nightly light show creates magical hour moments in the tropical fog.
When: May 1 - July 31
Tickets: Book via the park's WeChat account (青青世界). During the event, visitors can receive a free milkshake voucher based on the number of people in the purchase order.
2. World Music & Thai Vibes at Window of the World
The "WoW Music Carnival" brings Thai cultural performances, drone displays, and pop acts like singer Nine Zhang. Don't miss the intangible heritage iron-flower striking (Da Tie Hua) performance.
When: May 1-5
Tickets: Book via the park's WeChat account (深圳世界之窗).
3. Drones & Water Thrills at Happy Valley
Over 1,500 drones paint the sky with Chinese motifs nightly, while the newly opened Maya Water Park offers adrenaline-pumping slides like "Rainforest Anaconda." Family-friendly zones feature splash pads and camping areas.
When: May 1-5
Tickets: Book via the park's WeChat account (深圳欢乐谷).
Culture & Nature
Splendid China's Hanfu Extravaganza
Dress in traditional Hanfu robes for themed photo ops, watch The Dragon and Phoenix Dance, and explore scenes from classic Chinese animations like Hulu Brothers.
When: May 1-8
Tickets: Book via the park's WeChat account (锦绣中华民俗村).
Wild Encounters at Shenzhen Safari Park
Join the "Animal Science Season" to hand-feed capybaras, watch pandas munch bamboo, or touch reptiles. Over 20 interactive shows run through June.
When: May-June
Tickets: Book via the park's WeChat account (深圳野生动物园).
Coastal Escapes
K11 ECOAST Arts District Debuts
Shenzhen's first seaside cultural hub opened on April 28 with pop-up markets, live music, and anime-themed events. Stroll the retail strip "K11 DAST" or catch the "Summer Daydream" art installation.
When: From April 28
Free entry; some events ticketed on WeChat account (K11 ECOAST).
2. Cruise "Micro-Getaways"
Board a ferry at Shekou Cruise Homeport for sunset high tea or themed voyages featuring live jazz and magic shows.
When: May 1-5
Tickets: Book via the WeChat account (招商蛇口邮轮母港).
Hidden Gems
Xili Lake Greenway: Cycle 16.2 km around lush reservoirs, part of Shenzhen's "Mountain-Sea City" trail network.
OCT-LOFT, Shenzhen's creative culture park: Dive into indie bookshops, outdoor film screenings, and graffiti murals in this repurposed factory complex.
Nantou Ancient Town: Wander 1,700-year-old alleys now housing craft breweries, intangible cultural workshops, and art galleries.
Nightlife & Laughs
- Catch Hong Kong singer Janice Vidal's concert (May 2).
- Laugh along with DeYunShe, China's top comedy troupe, at their crosstalk show (May 3).
- Join free outdoor pop concerts at Talent Park's waterfront.
This May Day holiday, Nanshan is ready to wow visitors with unforgettable experiences!
Author | Feng Huiting
Photo | Innovation Nanshan (创新南山) WeChat account
Editor | Liu Lingzhi, James, Shen He
