Last year, Honeyfest was born by bringing some of Shenzhen’s best musicians together on two stages. Now it is back with bigger acts from around China and abroad for a full day of music, art and fun at a new site right next to the roller coaster at the former Honey Lake Theme Park.

    You can expect a few of China’s hottest indie bands, one of China’s most renowned rappers, a pioneering London bass music artist, some amazing HK performers, a live electronic stage, and local support from many great Shenzhen bands. Musically, there will be something for everyone, including indie rock, punk, post-rock, hip-hop, Chinese folk, drum & bass, deep house, acid techno, breaks and more.

    Headlining the main stage is AV Okubo from Central China’s Wuhan, along with Mr. Graceless and emcee Nasty Ray, both from Beijing, supported by five great Shenzhen bands. The electronic stage will feature Hong Kong bands along with Shenzhen band Dirty Curtyy.

    The festival will also have a Kid Zone, guided meditation & yoga, a beach bar, a mojito stand, a film corner, a photo booth, an interactive art wall, homemade craft vendors, face painting, a skateboarding contest, a wet speedo contest, a bouncy castle and more. Come enjoy a local, independent alternative to the big stage music festivals.

    The after party features Arkaik — a special artist from London who is pushing the sound of bass music into the future with releases on Diffrent, Flexout, Proximity and more. He won Octane & DLR’s remix contest on Dispatch Rec. and has played major festivals around the world, including Outlook and Boomtown. The party will go on until 6 a.m. Dec. 6.

    Time: 2-10 p.m., Dec. 5

    Tickets: 100-150 yuan

    Booking: 136-0252-6285

    Venue: Honey Lake Bahia BBQ, Honey Lake Amusement Park, Hongli Road West, Futian District (福田区紅茘西路香蜜湖娱乐城香蜜湖巴希雅湖畔烧烤乐园)

    Metro: Luobao Line, Honey Lake Station (香蜜湖站), Exit B

    (SD News)