A giant inflatable rubber duck sailed into the waters of Shenzhen Bay today, attracting flocks of spectators. This creation of Dutch conceptual artist Florentijn Hofman is a highlight of the 2023 Shenzhen Bay Public Art Season which opened today.

As part of the Shenzhen Creative December event, a floral design competition was held Dec. 9 at the Art Design Center in Luohu District.

Every year from October through April of the following year, migratory birds travel thousands of miles along the East Asia-Australia Flyway to their wintering grounds or stopovers in Shenzhen. Thanks to the improved ecosystem and habitat diversity, Shenzhen has become a paradise for birds, and birders can observe more than 100 species here during the migratory bird season.

The 2023 GLDC (Gang Long Dance Championships) Grand Final, which is being held from Dec. 12 through 17 in the Luohu Gymnasium, brings together over 5,000 elite dancers from more than 20 provinces across China to compete for the annual championship in various categories.

The Nanshan Foreign Language School (Group) (NSFLS) held its sports festival at Shenzhen Bay Sports Center from Tuesday through today, gathering three schools under the group to compete in the track and field.

​​The 2023 China Triathlon League Finals and the Urban Family Triathlon took place Sunday in Dameisha, Yantian District, which saw 1,053 triathletes from 17 countries and regions compete within Yantian’s enchanting sea and mountain sceneries.

​A group of 20 international volunteers, Chinese and expat residents were invited by the Nanshan International Cultural Exchange and Service Center (NSIC) to visit eight historic sites Saturday afternoon.

A total of 12,000 runners participated in the 2023 Longhua Half Marathon in Longhua District yesterday, which both started and ended at Guanhu Century Square, passing through various scenic spots and landmarks such as Longhua Culture and Sports Center, and Shenzhen North Station. The event is the largest mass participation event in the history of Longhua, including the 21-km half marathon and a 5-km fun race.

With dazzling art installations, lively exhibition areas for education, entertainment, sports, services, and products, along with an array of child-friendly projects, the first Child Friendly Expo has become a venue for parents, children, and other visitors to joyously explore and discover.