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Welcome the Year of the Horse: Spring Festival performance guide

Updated: 2026-02-12 | China Bound

Experience the festive spirit of the Chinese New Year on some of China’s most renowned stages. From Beijing and Shanghai to Guangzhou, Wuhan and Qingdao, theaters come alive with concerts, musicals and dance dramas, offering international visitors a unique chance to enjoy traditional culture in a spectacular setting.

[Photo/Official WeChat account of National Centre for the Performing Arts]

Spring Festival Concert by Golikov and State Symphony Orchestra of Leningrad Region
Venue: The National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing
Dates: Feb 18 to 20

From the legend of Scheherazade to well-known opera arias, the program invites audiences to enjoy an audiovisual experience that blends Russian passion with the festive spirit of the Chinese New Year.