Celebrate May Day holiday in Guangming

This May Day holiday, let’s skip the crowds and busy city life and head to Guangming District for a unique blend of culture, cuisine, and innovation.

Jingkou Ancient Village

On May 1 and 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., the Jingkou Ancient Village will come alive with the vibrant Qilin performance and market, held near the 800-year-old Huang Family Ancestral Hall. Visitors can enjoy authentic Cantonese roast pig with its crisp skin and succulent meat, savor intangible cultural heritage Laifun noodles evoking Lingnan nostalgia, and delight in hand-dripped coffee crafted by returned overseas Chinese.

Visitors can taste authentic Cantonese roast pig May 1 and 2. File photos

Local farmers will bring freshly picked produce— dewy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, juicy watermelons, and fragrant honey longans— offering a farm-to-table taste experience. Beyond food, explore traditional crafts, including intangible heritage flower-weaving jewelry, and immerse yourself in the innovative AR art exhibition by famous artist Shen Sentao.

Local farmers will bring freshly picked agricultural products.

Event Highlights:

May 1: Grand opening at Jingkou Garden with captivating Qilin performances.

May 2: Stamp collection activities paired with hands-on intangible cultural heritage experiences.

Family-friendly experiences

For families seeking educational entertainment, the newly opened Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum in Guangming is a must-visit. Shaped like a giant spacecraft, this world-first digital civilization innovation science museum spans 128,000 square meters and features over 950 interactive exhibits covering astronomy, biomedicine, AI, environmental technologies, and more — guaranteed to engage visitors of all ages.

The exterior of Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum.

Next, explore the Shenzhen Brain Science Technology Industry Innovation Center, the nation’s premier research and service platform in brain science and brain-inspired intelligence. Tailored tours make it an ideal stop for children and teens interested in cutting-edge science.

A corner of Shenzhen Brain Science Technology Industry Innovation Center.

Nature and leisure in Guangming

Enjoy the expansive greenery of Guangming Science Park’s North Wing, complete with scenic corridors, treetop walkways, and panoramic viewing platforms — perfect for a leisurely photo stroll.

Guangming Science Park’s North Wing.

Get outdoors at Dadingling Greenway, renowned for its serene mountain and water surroundings, smooth trails, and three architecturally striking bridges— the Floating Bridge, Exploration Bridge, and Suspension Bridge— which have become iconic scenic landmarks in Shenzhen.

A section of the Dadingling Greenway.

This May Day, Guangming District offers a rich mix of history, taste, science, and nature. Whether you’re seeking cultural heritage, fresh local flavors, high-tech wonders, or tranquil outdoor retreats, Guangming is the place to be for an unforgettable holiday experience.