This summer, there are over one hundred events happening across the tropical island province of Hainan. Concerts, sports events, food fairs, cultural celebrations, and so much more awaits you! Let’s check out a few of the July highlights.

Our Expression Art Exhibition

The Our Expression Art Exhibition showcases the traditional plant dyeing and rattan weaving heritage of the Li people of Maodao Township, Wuzhishan. Discover the ancient, sustainable arts of these hardy mountain people, and see how they are being carried on, passed down, and transformed to express the stories, passions, and life experiences of those creating these handicrafts today.

One of the pieces on display at the Our Expression art exhibition. Photo: Hainan Provincial Cultural Center

When: June 14-July 14, 2025

Where: Hainan Provincial Cultural Center, Haikou

Baoliang Ancient Village Rice Field Music Festival

and 2^nd GURU Island International Yoga Music and Art Festival

Calling all music lovers and yogis! Join hands, close your eyes, bask in the moonlight, and practice yoga together. Explore the 300 year old village of Baoliang, sip the locally grown coffee, and rock out to the music festival in the rice paddy, which will feature many local Hainan intangible cultural heritage musical arts as well as electronic music, guitars, and more.

When: July 9-13, 2025

Where: Baoliang Ancient Village, Chengmai

For more information, please call: 14739961317

Baoting Rambutan Red Harvest Festival

The bustling 2024 Baoting Rambutan Red Harvest Festival market.  Photo courtesy of the Baoting Li and Miao Autonomous County Party Committee Publicity Department

Ripe rambutan are in season in Baoting! The Baoting Rambutan Red Harvest Festival will celebrate the fiery red fruit with a huge harvest festival featuring a Rambutan themed food fair, cultural and creative market showcasing local Li and Miao culture, interactive shows, games, and exciting prize draws! While you are in the area, be sure to explore the local attractions, including Seven Fairy Mountain, Betel Nut Valley, Shenyu Island, Yanoda Tropical Rainforest Park, and more!

When: July 11-12, 2025

Where: Qixian Square, Baoting

2025 International Beach Ultimate Elite Invite

An athlete makes a diving catch at the 2024 International Beach Ultimate Elite Invite. Photo courtesy of the Hainan Frisbee Association

For the second year in a row, the International Beach Ultimate Elite Invite is coming to Sanya, with over 350 top athletes from more than ten different countries competing for the win! In addition to the tournament, Frisbee skills demonstrations, cultural exchanges, and interactive activities will be held, and everyone is invited to join in the fun.

When: July 12-13, 2025

Where: Dadonghai, Sanya

2025 Hainan Southeast Tech & Art Festival

Poster courtesy of the Hainan Southeast Tech & Art Festival WeChat account.

Technology, art, gaming, markets, culture, music, coffee... the 2025 Hainan Southeast Technology & Art Festival has it all! This is the future come to life. High-tech outdoor art installations will dazzle the eye, interactive games will keep you on your toes, the cultural and creative market will inspire you, and the coffee will perk you up! Tons of related events will also be held during the festival, including drone performances, a motorcycle tour, a Lingshui minority cultural experience, and more.

When: July 25-27, 2025

Where: WRSE Overseas Returnees Town, Lingshui

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