During the fall break in 2026, Huainan is rolling out a rich lineup of study tours, intangible cultural heritage workshops, family-friendly fun, and arts performances across multiple scenic spots and cultural venues, ideal for families and students.
Activities:
· Bagong Mountain knowledge and action camp: Connect the Geological Museum, the Huainanzi cultural zone, and Tingsong Hall Academy of Chinese Classics to create hands-on courses in geological science and Han learning. Try heritage arts such as rubbing, sachet making, and archery. Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026, daily 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Some on-site activities are half-price.
· Shouzhou Kiln pottery workshop: At Tianbao Dual Heritage Cultural Park, follow heritage masters to learn throwing, hand-building, and glazing, and explore the millennia-old Shouzhou Kiln firing techniques and history. Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026, daily 8:00 AM–5:30 PM. Student study tour groups who book in advance enjoy group rates, a family ticket for 1 adult + 1 child is discounted, and your handmade ceramics will be fired for free to take home.
· Zijin inkstone carving experience: At Tianbao Dual Heritage Cultural Park, Zijin inkstone artisans present live demonstrations of inkstone design, carving, and polishing. Participants can try carving their own inkstones and hear the stories behind Zijin inkstones. Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026, daily 8:00 AM–5:30 PM.
· Hanfu experience: Tianbao Dual Heritage Cultural Park offers hanfu rental, styling, and photo check-in services. Join a mini class on hanfu etiquette and immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional attire. Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026. Students with a student ID or study tour proof get 20% off hanfu rental and styling.
· Jiaogang Lake golden fall chrysanthemum and crab culture week: On Nov 14–15, 2026, Jiaogang Lake Scenic Area hosts the Crab Festival opening ceremony with the main stage at Yuntai Wharf in the Water City. Events include the Honglian Ancient Street market, long-table banquets, decor installations and photo spots, and Huai River intangible heritage performances.
· Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City autumn chrysanthemum showcase and performance festival: From Oct 31 to Nov 29, 2026, Jiaogang Lake Film and Television City features hundreds of chrysanthemum varieties and large floral installations, with more than 20 immersive performances of "A Great Show" staged daily.
· Cool-fall cave exploration: student ice and snow study tour: At the Jiaogang Lake Ice Curtain Cave, take an immersive tour of the ice and snow cave, try ice rafting and ice slides, and step into a tech-powered XR world for a fun ice and snow learning journey. Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026. With a student ID or other valid ID, enjoy free access to XR Infinite Space.
· Huainan Museum harvest collage with grains: Nov 17, 2026, 3:00–4:30 PM. View granary jars and ancient dining ware, discover the ancient wisdom of harvest storage, and create fall landscape collages with grains as a parent-child activity.
· Monumental legacy photo exhibition: Sep 10–Dec 31, 2026, first-floor temporary gallery at Huainan Museum. The exhibit features text-and-image panels and historical photos highlighting the Red Army’s Long March and its great spirit.
· Huainan Xiaosungang site special exhibition: Sep 22–Dec 31, 2026, second-floor Gallery B at Huainan Museum. The show combines field archaeology results and scientific testing data to uncover the ingenuity of early settlers along the Huai River.
⏰ Dates: Nov 14–18, 2026
⏰ Event hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
💡 Travel tips: Fall days can be warm and evenings cool, so dress in layers for outdoor activities and photos. Some study tours and hands-on experiences are paid activities; join on site as needed. Outdoor markets and performances are weather dependent; please refer to on-site announcements for exact times.
Come to Huainan and unlock a world of fall study tours and cultural experiences!
“During the fall break in 2026, Huainan is rolling out a rich lineup of study tours, intangible cultural heritage workshops, family-friendly fun, and arts performances across multiple scenic spots and cultural venues, ideal for families and students.”
@sun.fluff · 5 days ago