Guilin
Latest news, upcoming events and future plans for Guilin concerts and shows
Guilin Eternal Love Show celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026 with a completely new cast of 300 performers and a finale featuring 1,000 lanterns released over the lake.
Yangshuo International Music Festival 2026 adds a new jazz and blues program, bringing 12 international jazz ensembles to West Street venues.
Li River night cruise program expanded: all evening cruises now feature traditional Guangxi minority music performed by local musicians on board.
Guilin 2027: new permanent concert hall announced for Guilin city center, designed to host classical and world music performances year-round.
Our licensed English-speaking Guilin guides can help you get tickets, navigate venues, and arrange the best seats.
Book aGuilin's spectacular large-scale theatrical show — depicting the history and legends of the Guilin region with pyrotechnics, aerial performances, and hundreds of local cast members. Performed nightly.
Live performances of traditional Zhuang and Yao folk songs during Li River boat cruises — singers perform from nearby boats as you cruise past the karst peaks. Included in some cruise packages.
Held annually (usually October) — classical music, jazz, and world music performances in the karst landscape setting. Both outdoor and indoor venues.
Regular performances of traditional Chinese opera, dance, and theater at the Guilin Theatre. Traditional Zhuang and Yao minority performances included.
Yangshuo's famous West Street comes alive every evening with informal performances — buskers, traditional instrument players, and street artists. Free to watch.
The university hosts regular cultural performances, traditional music recitals, and theater productions open to visitors. Usually free or low cost.
