SHENZHEN is gearing up to celebrate Mother’s Day, which falls on this Sunday, with a diverse range of cultural and artistic events designed to honor women’s strength and creativity. From classical music concerts to hands-on workshops, these activities offer a perfect blend of entertainment, education, and heartfelt appreciation.

Charity music concert

The Nanshan Cultural Center will host a public charity concert featuring 14 timeless melodies performed by top professional musicians from the Greater Bay Area’s leading symphony orchestras. The program, illuminated by candlelight, will include classical, pop, and regional Chinese music pieces, offering a healing and awakening experience that pays tribute to female power.

Time: 8 p.m., May 11

Venue: 6/F, Nanshan Cultural Center, Nanshan District (南山区文化馆)

Metro: Line 12 to Nantou Ancient Town Station (南头古城站), Exit A

Beauty skills training session

Aimed at boosting confidence and community spirit, the Longgang Market Community Service Center will host a beauty workshop. Participants will receive expert advice on skincare and makeup techniques, transforming a “bare face” into polished beauty in just one lesson.

Time: 3:30-5 p.m., May 10

Venue: Longgang Market Community Service Center, Longgang District

Metro: Line 3 to Shuanglong Station (双龙站), Exit F

Painting lecture

Renowned artist Xing Dong will host a lecture to explore the intricate art of Gongbi — a refined brush technique in traditional Chinese painting dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). The lecture will explain how historical masterpieces capture spirit and form with delicate lines and discuss how modern Gongbi artists blend classical methods with contemporary aesthetics to keep the art vibrant and relevant today.

Time: 3-4:30 p.m., May 11

Venue: Academic Lecture Hall, Longgang Cultural Center, Longgang District

Metro: Line 3 to Longcheng Square Station (龙城广场站), Exit D

Mother’s Day dining

The iconic Shenzhen International Trade Center offers a unique dining experience at its rotating restaurant. On Mother’s Day, guests can enjoy 20% off all tea snacks while soaking in panoramic 360° views of the city skyline. The carefully curated menu features light Western pastries and exquisite Cantonese tea treats — perfect for a leisurely, intimate celebration with mom.

Venue: 49/F, Shenzhen International Trade Center, Luohu District

Metro: Line 1 to Guomao Station (国贸站), Exit B

Floral art class

Come and join in a floral arrangement workshop on Mother’s Day. Attendees will learn about Eastern and Western floral design styles, color coordination, and hands-on bucket flower arranging under the guidance of an experienced instructor.

This charity class requires a 128 yuan (US$17.7) materials fee upon registration.

Time: 3-5 p.m., May 11

Venue: Xiangmi Park, Futian District

Metro: Line 7 to Nonglin Station (农林站), Exit C(Li Jing)