Popular Events in China in 2026(February Updated)

Shanghai | 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR-SHANGHAI | Shanghai Stadium

Mar 13–Mar 17, 2026 (UTC+8)

Shanghai

Concerts

Over the past year, the LOOM World Tour has traversed numerous countries and regions, attracting millions of fans to stadiums worldwide. This world tour once again proves that Imagine Dragons is one of the most influential and charismatic rock bands in the world. Now, the grand finale of this phenomenon will arrive in China! The global rock phenomenon Imagine Dragons' 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR returns to China for another performance! Featuring Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu, eight shows across three cities! With over 100 million hit singles and electrifying live performances with thousands singing along, Imagine Dragons will transport every audience member to a world of musical and emotional resonance. About Imagine Dragons Grammy Award winner for "Best Rock Performance" and nominated for "Record of the Year," Imagine Dragons, formed in 2008, has consistently pursued a pop-rock and alternative rock style, skillfully incorporating electronic elements into their music. Starting in Las Vegas, USA, the band quickly rose to global fame, becoming one of the top ten most streamed artists worldwide. With over 62 billion streams globally, Imagine Dragons became the first band to have 10 songs surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. In 2026, Imagine Dragons continued to challenge themselves, using rich emotional layers and a powerful stage presence to make every performance of the IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR a unique and unforgettable experience. During Imagine Dragons' global tour, the high-energy output and audiovisual spectacle of their live performances and interactive experiences left fans worldwide in awe. Each classic hit evoked memories of youthful days, the powerful rock rhythms reignited past passions, and the inspiring lyrics resonated deeply. Listeners soared through emotional highs and lows with Imagine Dragons' voices, experiencing the exhilarating power of their music from years past! The 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR's three-city domestic tour was entirely produced by YYC Culture. Let's sing and shout with Imagine Dragons at the live show! Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu Looking forward to seeing you there!

AIA Carnival | Hong Kong

Dec 22, 2025–Mar 1, 2026 (UTC+8)

Hong Kong

Celebration

Hong Kong's beloved winter tradition, the AIA Carnival, returns to the Central Harbourfront from 22nd December 2025 to 1st March 2026. This year, we're turning up the excitement with thrilling new rides, and exciting games where everyone can have a chance to bring home their favourite toys. Join us to discover vibrant, Instagram-worthy installations perfect for your next post, and refuel at our F&B stalls serving delicious treats. Event Highlights EXCITING RIDES Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping line-up of thrill rides, family favourites and kid-friendly rides, featuring headline rides making their debut in Hong Kong and even Asia for the very first time! NEW TOYS & GAMES The Carnival will showcase a fresh range of toys, some made exclusively for the event, including many popular characters. Plus, watch out for three brand-new Carnival games! MORE TREATS & EATS This year, we're expanding our food and beverage offerings, serving up a wide array of international flavours, local favourites, and classic carnival snacks. EXCITING NEW PHOTO OPS & THEMED AREAS We'll be introducing whimsical and eye-catching themed areas across the event. You will be spoilt for choice for taking photos. ENTERTAINMENT OVERLOAD Get ready for more music programming every weekend, and roving entertainers to keep the kids happy at all times! COMMUNITY ARENA From belly dancing to cultural showcases, the Henderson Land Community Arena's line-up celebrates the city's rich creative spirit. BLUE GIRL DAI PAI DONG The fan-favourite returns with a refreshed lineup of events from lively Canto-disco parties to label showcases spotlighting emerging local artists.

Hong Kong | SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] IN HONG KONG | Kai Tak Stadium

Feb 28–Mar 1, 2026 (UTC+8)

Hong Kong

Concerts

2026 FORMULA1 CHINESE GRAND PRIX | Shanghai International Circuit

Mar 13–Mar 15, 2026 (UTC+8)

Shanghai

Sports & Fitness

ComplexCon Hong Kong 2026 | Hong Kong

Mar 21–Mar 22, 2026 (UTC+8)

Hong Kong

Exhibitions

The largest pop culture festival in the U.S., ComplexCon, will return to Hong Kong in 2026. It will be held from March 21-22 at the AsiaWorld-Expo. ComplexCon is a groundbreaking global festival and exhibition that brings together music, style, sneakers, pop culture, art, food and innovation. A weekend where creative minds converge to celebrate the latest trends and ideas shaping our culture, the festival features immersive experiences, exclusive releases from the most influential brands, headlining performances by the biggest names in music and thought-provoking panel discussions from today’s leading creatives. Step into a new reality with us — The Monsters, including the world-famous LABUBU, are turning the page, and you’re part of the story. Let’s ride the next waves of global pop culture together! The first ComplexCon took place in Long Beach, California, in 2016, and quickly became an annual event that pop culture enthusiasts look forward to every year. After the successful debut of ComplexCon in Asia in Hong Kong in 2024. The event returned to Hong Kong for its second edition in March 2025, continuing to engage audiences worldwide. ComplexCon will return in 2026 with an even bigger and more innovative experience. Cast and Crew (Artists) : 3.21: Yeat Jay Park LNGSHOT SKAI ISYOURGOD 3.22: JENNIE Crush ALLDAY PROJECT Amy Lo WING R.Tee Hiss

BTS WORLD TOUR IN GOYANG 2026 | Goyang Stadium

Apr 9–Apr 12, 2026 (UTC+9)

Goyang-si

Concerts BTS

The BTS WORLD TOUR IN GOYANG 2026 heralds a significant milestone as the South Korean sensation BTS embarks on their highly anticipated fourth concert tour. Launching on April 9, 2026, at the Goyang Stadium in Goyang, South Korea, this tour marks the group’s triumphant return to live performances following their mandatory military service. Spanning an impressive 79 dates across 34 cities in 23 countries, the tour will traverse Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Europe, culminating in Manila on March 14, 2027. Notably, this world tour is BTS’s first headline series since the 2021–22 Permission to Dance on Stage tour, underscoring a new chapter in their illustrious career. The BTS WORLD TOUR IN GOYANG 2026 promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, blending powerful performances with the global reach that has defined BTS’s journey. As anticipation builds, the event stands as a testament to BTS’s enduring influence and their unwavering connection with fans worldwide.

Taipei | Gloria Tang World Tour | Taipei Dome

Apr 9–Apr 12, 2026 (UTC+8)

Taipei

Concerts

G.E.M. I AM GLORIA World Tour 2.0 From Gloria, comes a new era of G.E.M. She is the first female singer to headline concerts at all five major stadiums in China, the Asian artist with the most stadium shows in a single tour, and she ranks second globally among female singers in tour revenue. After a six-year wait, singer-songwriter G.E.M. has officially launched her new tour, I AM GLORIA. As her iconic voice fills the stadium, will you truly understand the message in her music? G.E.M.'s career milestones include winning the 2020 Golden Melody Award for Best Album with “City Zoo” and being recognized as Spotify's most-streamed Chinese female artist globally. In 2021, her music video for “Light Years Away” set the Guinness World Record as the most-watched Chinese music video on YouTube. The following year, she redefined traditional album releases with “Revelation”, a groundbreaking release featuring a 14-episode music video series. In 2023, after years of anticipation, G.E.M. returned to the global stage with her “I AM GLORIA” World Tour, singing about light in darkness and hope amid chaos. Over the course of one year and four months, the “I AM GLORIA” World Tour journeyed across three continents—Asia, Europe, and North America—for 90 spectacular shows. This year in May, the upgraded 2.0 version of the I AM GLORIA World Tour has finally arrived on stage! Featuring an all-new stage design, enhanced visual production, and the long-awaited diamond-shaped runway extension, embodying G.E.M’s philosophy, as once you’ve seen the light, you must reflect it outward! Over recent years, the world has undergone profound upheavals, from the fallout of the pandemic to successive wars and natural disasters. The loss of life, economic downturns, food shortages, and other crises have left many feeling adrift, searching for a glimmer of light in the darkness. As a singer-songwriter, G.E.M. channels hope and vitality through her music, offering solace to hearts in need.Reflecting on her mission, G.E.M. shares "Gloria is the name my father gave me. I've always cherished it. Over time, I’ve come to see it as my calling—to be the salt and light of the world." Having endured life’s trials and triumphs, G.E.M. now shares her journey with the world. Her music, a mirror of her personal experiences, speaks to both the heights of joy and the depths of struggle. 8 years later, “I AM GLORIA” World Tour 2.0 officially sets sail. G.E.M. spares no expense to deliver a breathtaking, cinematic concert experience—where music stirs the soul, embraces every weary heart, and reignites hope and courage within. The “I AM GLORIA” World Tour celebrates resilience and underscores the unifying power of music. With every performance, G.E.M. invites audiences to embark on a shared journey of healing, self-discovery, and renewed hope.

Guangzhou | 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR-GUANGZHOU | Aoti Center Ground

Mar 20–Mar 25, 2026 (UTC+8)

Guangzhou

Concerts

Over the past year, the LOOM World Tour has traversed numerous countries and regions, attracting millions of fans to stadiums worldwide. This world tour once again proves that Imagine Dragons is one of the most influential and charismatic rock bands in the world. Now, the grand finale of this phenomenon will arrive in China! The global rock phenomenon Imagine Dragons' 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR returns to China for another performance! Featuring Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu, eight shows across three cities! With over 100 million hit singles and electrifying live performances with thousands singing along, Imagine Dragons will transport every audience member to a world of musical and emotional resonance. About Imagine Dragons Grammy Award winner for "Best Rock Performance" and nominated for "Record of the Year," Imagine Dragons, formed in 2008, has consistently pursued a pop-rock and alternative rock style, skillfully incorporating electronic elements into their music. Starting in Las Vegas, USA, the band quickly rose to global fame, becoming one of the top ten most streamed artists worldwide. With over 62 billion streams globally, Imagine Dragons became the first band to have 10 songs surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. In 2026, Imagine Dragons continued to challenge themselves, using rich emotional layers and a powerful stage presence to make every performance of the IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR a unique and unforgettable experience. During Imagine Dragons' global tour, the high-energy output and audiovisual spectacle of their live performances and interactive experiences left fans worldwide in awe. Each classic hit evoked memories of youthful days, the powerful rock rhythms reignited past passions, and the inspiring lyrics resonated deeply. Listeners soared through emotional highs and lows with Imagine Dragons' voices, experiencing the exhilarating power of their music from years past! The 2026 IMAGINE DRAGONS LOOM WORLD TOUR's three-city domestic tour was entirely produced by YYC Culture. Let's sing and shout with Imagine Dragons at the live show! Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu Looking forward to seeing you there!

BTS WORLD TOUR IN KAOHSIUNG 2026 | Kaohsiung

Nov 19–Nov 22, 2026 (UTC+8)

Kaohsiung

Concerts BTS

The BTS WORLD TOUR IN KAOHSIUNG 2026 stands as a highly anticipated chapter in the global journey of the South Korean sensation, BTS. As part of their fourth concert tour, this event is scheduled to take place from November 19 to November 22, 2026, in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung. This tour, commencing on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, South Korea, and concluding on March 14, 2027, in Manila, Philippines, marks BTS’s triumphant return to live performances following their mandatory military service. Spanning an impressive 79 dates across 34 cities in 23 countries, the tour covers continents from Asia to Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Notably, the BTS WORLD TOUR IN KAOHSIUNG 2026 represents the group’s first headline performances since their 2021–22 Permission to Dance on Stage tour, underscoring a significant moment in their career. With Kaohsiung hosting this pivotal stop, the event promises to be a landmark occasion, reflecting BTS’s enduring influence and the global enthusiasm surrounding their comeback.

Taipei Lantern Festival 2026 | Taipei

Feb 25–Mar 15, 2026 (UTC+8)

Taipei

Celebration

The 2026 Taipei Lantern Festival will be grandly held from February 25 to March 15, 2026. The event will take place in the convenient and vibrant yet traditional Western District of Taipei, stretching from MRT Beimen Station to Huayin Street along Section 1 of Zhonghua Road, covering Beimen Station Exit 1 Plaza, Beimen Plaza, Zhongshan Hall Plaza, Red House Plaza in Ximen, and areas around Ximen MRT Station. The main lantern will be located in the Zhongshan Hall Plaza. Around the Lantern Festival, spectacular lantern displays and performances will be featured, including IP-themed lantern sets, themed lantern installations, lanterns from friendly countries and cities, and entries from the national lantern competition. A series of activities will also be launched to create a festive atmosphere, inviting the public and families to admire the lanterns and spend a wonderful Lantern Festival together. Since its first lighting at Ren’ai Circle in 1997, the Taipei Lantern Festival has accompanied citizens for nearly thirty years. In 2026, the festival will be held simultaneously in the “Flower Expo Area” and “Ximen Area.” Through the integration of the two zones and collaboration with two internationally renowned IPs for lantern displays, the festival will showcase Taipei’s diverse and unique urban charm at the cultural and natural fusion Yuanshan Flower Expo Park and the trendy Ximending. Visitors can also explore surrounding business districts, attractions, and enjoy local delicacies during the festival, deeply experiencing Taipei’s vibrant and multicultural allure, making the Taipei Lantern Festival a highlight of the city’s festive spirit and emotional connection.

Featured Events in China in 2026 (February Updated)