Summer tourism season (5): Explore colorful urban tours in Shenyang

The First Cultural Tour of Shenyang’s Anti-Japanese War

Taking the opportunity of the 70th anniversary of modern China’s founding, this cultural tour will hold a series of activities vigorously promoting the national spirit and patriotism. Relying on the relics of the Anti-Japanese War site in Shenyang, high-quality tourism experience routes will also be scheduled.

Period: June to August

Venue: 46 Wanghua Nan Street, the 9.18 Historical Museum, Dadong district, Shenyang

The Birthday Party for “Gungun”

It’s Gungun the giant panda’s birthday so come along to celebrate at the zoo and get a taste of the steamed corn bread.

Period: Aug 10

Venue: Shenyang Zoological Garden, Dadong district, Shenyang

Operation Protecting Sharks

Join in a signature activity for shark protection, with the theme of “no more shark fins”.

Period: June

Venue: Shenyang Zoological Garden, Dadong district, Shenyang

The Guardian for Elephants

This activity will give science lectures on Asian elephants and encourage the public to pledge not to use ivory products any more.

Period: August

Venue: Shenyang Zoological Garden, Dadong district, Shenyang

International Nature Class

Through the on-the-spot teaching given by a volunteer team from the International Nature Class, children will be taught to enhance their own awareness of protecting cranes and ecology.

Period: July 18 - Aug 20

Venue: Huanzidong National Wetland Park, Faku county, Shenyang

The 4th Shenyang Faku International Summer Camp

The summer camp, with volunteers from the International Nature Class and Chinese and foreign college students, as well as secondary school students in Faku, aims to enhance the communication between Chinese and foreign students, broaden their horizons and enhance friendships, improving their social practice abilities. A one-day tour of Faku culture will also be scheduled.

Period: July 20 - Aug 20

Venue: Huanzidong National Wetland Park, Faku county, Shenyang

The 6th Shenyang Faku International Teenager Summer Camp

Activities such as an international nature class, an international youth football league, a 100-meter-long roll painting and a bonfire party will be carried out to strengthen exchange with foreign countries while advocating ecological protection and carrying forward regional culture, building a cultural city and promoting the scientific development of Faku county.

Period: Aug 27

Venue: Donghu Middle School, Hunnan district, Shenyang

Fantawild 2nd Sinology Enlightenment Class

Students learn sinology while wearing Han Chinese clothing. [Photo/VCG]

Children can experience the cultural deposits of sinology, learning the virtue and morality contained within it.

Period: June

Venue: Shengjing Street, Shenyang Fantawild Adventure Theme Park, Shenbei new district, Shenyang

Fucheng Agritainment Festival

Visitor can pick fruits at Fucheng Ecological Park. [Photo/VCG]

Xibe dance performances, picking activities and taking relaxing vacations are all available during the Fucheng Agritainment Festival.

Period: June to August

Venue: Fucheng Ecological Park, Yuhong district, Shenyang

Xingsheng Agritainment Festival

Puhe flower watching, bird watching, picking, fishing, leisure and catering are all available to enjoy during Xingsheng Agritainment Festival.

Period: June to August

Venue: Xingsheng Picking Garden, Yuhong district, Shenyang

Xingshun Night Market Summer Vacation Menu

Xingshun Night Market will launch a group of meal menus for teenagers, along with substantial discounts during the period.

Period: July 15-30

Venue: 8 Minglian Road, Huanggu district, Shenyang

Bagua Street Art Performances

Check out this newly-launched series of cultural performance activities in Bagua Street.

Period: June to August

Venue: 55 Shiyiwei Rd, Yunji Square, Bagua Street, Heping district, Shenyang

Bagua Street Free Clinic

Citizens can attend a free clinic on Bagua Street.

Period: June to August

Venue: 55 Shiyiwei Rd, Bagua Street, Heping district, Shenyang

Bagua Street “Review History” Student Event

Students can watch patriotic films and experience patriotism at the Bagua Street “Review History” Event.

Period: June to August

Venue: 55 Shiyiwei Rd, Bagua Street, Heping district, Shenyang

Jiaxing Street Summer Discounts

Jiaxing Street will launch a variety of special discounts for the summer.

Period: June to August

Venue: Jiaxing Street, Heping district, Shenyang

Patriotic Education Event

This tour includes visiting the Liu Shaoqi Memorial Hall, the Xibe family temple and a temple fair.

Period: June to August

Venue: Huangsi Rd, Heping district, Shenyang

Helping the Disabled Activities

Cultural exhibits will guide disabled people to understand and learn root carving and other skills, helping them to earn their own living.

Period: June to August Venue: Antique City for Flowers and Fish, Heping district, Shenyang

Shenyang Creative Design Week

Exhibits at Shenyang Creative Design Week [Photo/IC]

Shenyang Creative Design Week is themed on “creative designs for the city”, with more than 400 activities held in Shenyang. It particularly focuses on six forums on architectural design, art design, industrial design, interior design, fashion design and visual design.

Period: June

Venue: 13 districts and counties in Shenyang