Guide to Qixi Festival activities in Suzhou

August 29 is the Qixi Festival! Don't miss out on this curated Romantic Event List for Qixi in Suzhou!

Qixi Garden Party

Time: August 29 to 31
Venue: Former Residence of Tang Yin

Intangible Cultural Heritage Qilin Dance

Time: August 31
Venue: Former Residence of Tang Yin

Newlywed couples with marriage certificates issued between August 29, 2024, and August 30, 2025, can have free admission to Forest World and Forest Water World.

Enjoy fireworks and a light show combining projections, drones, and fire pots for a romantic night.
Time: Until August 31
Venue: Forest World苏州乐园森林世界 and Forest Water World
Tickets: Subject to the official mini-program

The Qixi event is held from August 29 to 31 at the park. Free admission for couples (day and night sessions included).

Time: August 29 to 31
Venue: Moonlight Over The Lotus Pond Wetland Park
Tickets: 30 yuan

A romantic fireworks show will be staged in the park.

Time: 8:40 p.m., August 29 to 31
Venue: Zhuangyuan City in the Park
Tickets: 258/199/159/149/99 yuan

The iconic game couples Sun Ce & Da Qiao, Zhou Yu & Xiao Qiao will interact with visitors in the town. Visitors can also collect stamps at four designated spots to redeem a limited-edition souvenir.

Time: August 29 to 30

Venue: Tongli Ancient Town
Tickets: 100 yuan

Lili Ancient Town

Daonan Bridge exudes a romantic vibe, perfectly capturing the essence of the Qixi Festival. Stroll along the ancient streets to discover dedicated "Magpie Bridge" photo spots. Dress in traditional Hanfu costumes, reenact the legendary "Magpie Bridge Reunion" of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl, and celebrate love by posing for photos, sharing heartfelt confessions, and making wishes together. Let the ancient bridge and flowing water bear witness to your eternal love.

Time: August 29 to September 1
Venue: Lili Ancient Town
Tickets: Free

Yuehutai Music Fountain

Performances

• Qixi music show
• Music fountain 
• Cocktail show

Qixi Market

• Booths and traditional Chinese crafts
• Qixi cocktails, sweet treats, and more

Social Activities

• Single attendees can join ice-breaking sessions, enjoy games at Yuehutai and Jiangnan Bookstore, and earn prizes for completing tasks.

Time: August 29
Venue: Yuehutai Music Fountain

The "Moonlit Nights in Zhouzhuang, Floating Melodies Concert" will take place in the town. The event creates an innovative mobile live stage on water, blending the charm of the ancient town with contemporary rhythms.

Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., August 30, September 13, September 20, September 26
Venue: Zhouzhuang Ancient Town
Tickets: 50 yuan

Tinglin Garden partners with its merchants to offer newlyweds who tie the knot on August 29 an exclusive Magpie Bridge Gift, which blends romance with special benefits.

Time: August 29
Venue: Tinglin Garden

（Source: 好玩苏州 (WeChat ID: suzhouwlv)）
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