Expat Explorer | Winter bazaars, picnic... upcoming events in SZ

Xun performance

With 7,000 years of history, the xun is one of China's oldest wind instruments. Originated as a hunting horn in primitive societies, it evolved to become a musical instrument in the Shang Dynasty (1600 B.C.-1046 B.C.) and was used extensively in court music performances. 

Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m., Nov. 24

Venue: Zhaoshang International Community Club, Jingshan Villa, Shekou, Nanshan District (南山区蛇口鲸山别墅内招商会客厅)

Metro: Line 2 or 12 to Sea World Station (海上世界站)

Fees: Free

Booking: Scan the QR code in the poster above to book your place

SWIS Winter Celebration

After a four-year hiatus, the SWIS winter celebration is back to town! The only event of the year when SWIS opens to the community, the admission-free celebration will include a global food gala, a winter bazaar, a raffle draw and five hours of non-stop performances. It is also an opportunity to meet with the school's admission office staffers who will be on site to answer questions. 

Time: 10 a.m., Nov. 25

Venue: SWIS Campus, 29 Baishi 3rd Road, Nanshan District (南山区白石三路29号深圳外国语学校国际部)

Metro: Line 2 to Hongshuwan Station (红树湾站)

Fees: Free entry

SWIC Holiday Charity Bazaar

You're cordially invited to the SWIC's spectacular Holiday Bazaar, a festive event filled with joy, laughter, and an abundance of holiday cheer. This is the perfect opportunity to embrace the spirit of the season and find unique gifts for your loved ones.

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 26

Venue: 80 Gangwan Avenue, Shekou, Nanshan District (南山区蛇口港湾大道80号)

Metro: Line 2 to Shekou Port Station (蛇口港站)

Fees: Free entry

Seaside Picnic & Photo Walk

Interested in making some new friends while exploring the city? Join Vitality Quotient for a seaside picnic and photo walk in Yantian District this Sunday. The picnic under palm trees will include ice-breaking games, while the photo walk will be around the Spanish-style Haishan Park and the bustling Yantian Seafood Street. There will also be an aerial yoga session before the activity for participants who are interested in experiencing it.

Time: Nov. 26

10-11:30 a.m. (aerial yoga)

12:30-5 p.m. (picnic & photo walk)

Venue: Yantian District (盐田区)

Fees: 158 yuan (aerial yoga)

66.6 yuan (picnic & photo walk)

Booking: Scan the QR code in the poster above to reserve your place

Shenzhen Bay Communitty Fun Games 

Hosted by the Shenzhen Bay Community in Shekou Subdistrict and organized by the Shekou Management and Service Center for Expats, the 6th Fun Games of Shenzhen Bay Community will include several actitivies that promise laughters and fun.  

Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m., Dec. 3

Venue: High School Campus of Shenzhen Nanshan Foreign Language School, Nanshan District (南山区南山外国语集团高中部)

Metro: Line 2 to Haiyue Station (海月站)

Fees: Free

Booking: Scan the QR code in the poster above to book your place

Santa Run

In collaboration with the Shenzhen Charity Foundation, Captivating will be holding its 5th annual Santa Run. Come and join a group of running Santas for a fun fesive morning to help raise funds for underprivileged children in Qinghai, Yunnan, Sichuan, Guizhou and Guangxi provinces and regions. And don't forget to register before Nov. 24 to receive a souvenir shirt. 

Time: 8 a.m., Dec. 9

Venue: Fishing Harbor Central Park, Shekou, Nanshan District (南山区蛇口渔港中心公园)

Metro: Line 2 to Dongjiaotou Station (东角头站)

Fees: 180 yuan/adult; 150 yuan/child (12 years old and under)

Booking: Scan the QR code in the poster above to book your place

SIS International Winter Bazaar 

A traditional event of SIS International, the annual SIS International Winter Bazaar is a get-together for global food, fun experiences and more.

Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 9

Venue: 80 Gangwan Avenue, Shekou, Nanshan District (南山区蛇口港湾大道80号)

Metro: Line 2 to Shekou Port Station (蛇口港站)

Fees: Free entry