All-in-one guide to activities during 2025 May Day holiday

Colorful Water Boat Show

Venue: Near the Flying Sculpture by Jinji Lake

Time: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., April 30 to May 5

Twenty dazzling themed boats will make a grand appearance on the right bank of Jinji Lake, each featuring exclusive designs.

Jinji Lake Music Fountain

Time: 7:30 p.m., May 1 to May 5

Venue: Jinji Lake Music Fountain

Duration: 30 minutes

A spectacular fusion of music, rhythm, and water dance creates a breathtaking visual and auditory experience like no other.

Suzhou Bay Music Fountain

Time: 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., April 30 to May 5

Venue: Suzhou Bay Music Fountain

Duration: 20 minutes

Enchanting melodies and dazzling lights deliver a mesmerizing lakeside spectacle under the night sky.

Laid-back Camping Club

Venue: Yi High Camp Site

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., May 1 to May 3

Chill on the lawn with music and food. Unwind, soak in the good vibes, and make the most of your holiday.

Classic Jiangnan Spring Book Fair

Venue: No. 88, Dixicang, Taiping Old Street

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 1 to May 2

The event features over 20 bookstores, a food fair, two granary-themed art exhibitions, three salon sessions, and seven open-air concerts, a feast to behold.

Yuehu Pet Fair

Venue: Yuehutai Lake-view Terrace

Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., May 2 to May 3

Yuehutai Terrace will transform into a fluffy wonderland with five themed events, including the Pet Fashion Show, the Pet Sports Meeting, and the Pet Meetup.

College Student Original Intangible Cultural Heritage Fair

Venue: Main square of SCAC

Time: April 30 to May 2

More than 40 booths from 10-plus schools reinterpret traditional culture through a youthful lens. The booths will show Kesi silk tapestry, Suzhou fans, Taohuawu woodblock New Year prints, and tea culture, among others. From time-honored craftsmanship to neo-Chinese aesthetics to cross-disciplinary designs, this fair will showcase the boundless possibilities of intangible cultural heritage.

Jiangnan Carnival

Venue: Main square of SCAC

Time: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., April 30 to May 5

It will feature "Only Zhouzhuang", "Qingdian Luzhi", "Suzhou Amusement Park", and "Alps Snow Live" themed floats. Over 50 performances across more than 10 art forms, including traditional Chinese opera, dances, and musical instruments will be staged at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. during the holiday.

Shishan Fair

Venue: Shishan Cultural Square

Time: April 30 to May 4

The fair features cultural creative products from over 50 brands.

Fangta Fun Fair

Venue: Fangta Garden

Time: 9 a.m. to 8: 30 p.m., May 1 to 5

Activities such as concerts, camping parties, offline lifestyle festivals, and the tipsy sunset market are non-stop from morning till night.

Park Wonderland Fair

Venue: Yushan Park

Time: May 1 to May 5

Let food, flying kites, and lawn concerts weave your perfect day of delight.

Shengze Lake Chinese Rose Garden Drone Show

Venue: Shengze Lake Chinese Rose Garden

Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., May 1 to May 3

Every event features a breathtaking fleet of over 2,000 drones lighting up the sky and exciting prize giveaways.

Suzhou Amusement Land Drone and Firework Show

Venue: Suzhou Amusement Land

Time: May 1 to May 5

Drones dance in the night sky in perfect harmony with dazzling fireworks.

HB World Firework Show

Venue: HB World

Time: 9 p.m., May 1 to May 5