What's up Guangzhou: September 2-8

September 1-13: Photography for the Pure Belle Bhutan

At the foot of the Himalayas lies this mysterious country, filled with astounding natural beauty and scenic landscapes. In Bhutan, wild animals and natural plants are at your fingertips, attached to everyday life. The law of the jungle is witnessed in the mountains, as the blossom fades in the woods. For generations, the Bhutanese have been practicing Buddhism and co-existing with nature. Akinori Ito, a Japanese fashion photographer, journeyed into the wonders of Bhutan to capture perfect moments in the so-called ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon.’ The results are now on display at Goelia 225.

Cost: Free admission

When: 11am-11pm (closed on Mondays)

Where: Goelia 225, 225 Beijing Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区北京路225号歌莉娅225 (8336 0050, 8336 0550)

September 1-16: Beyond Words

Displaying contemporary Chinese ink-wash art, Beyond Words displays a passion for tradition combined with a modern sensibility. This exhibition is a showcase for the young and talented artist Mo Lijia, who graduated from the Department of Chinese Painting at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts with a bachelor’s degree in 2009, before attaining his master’s from the Department of Chinese Painting at the China Central Academy of Fine Arts in 2014.

Cost: Free admission

When: 10am-10pm

Where: Kui Yuan Gallery, 9 Xuguyuan Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区恤孤院路9号逵园艺术馆 (8765 9746)

September 2: Throwback 90s Party at Revolucion

It smells like teen spirit at Revolucion Cocktail.

Come out and throw it back to the 90s with eclectic music from everyone's favourite decade. Attendees are encouraged to dress in grunge/pop/boy band inspired outfits, so remember to dress in your favorite 90s style. 

Cost: Free

When: 6pm-2am

Where: 9 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城兴盛路9号 (3802 9960)

September 3: MEME live at Duo

Get your hip-hop on at Duo on September 3 with rap and hip-hop artist MEME. You probably won't find him on Google and apparently no one knows who this guy is, but we're sure it's bound to be an entertaining evening. 

Dress code: white hat.

Cost: Free

When: 12am-late

Where: 16 Jianshe Liu Malu 建设六马路16号首层

September 3: Merchants & Co. trivia at Hooley's

Register your team of four to five people before 8pm to enjoy some mind-bending trivia. Possible rounds include current events, history, general knowledge, geography and pop culture, among others. This week's trivia will also include a connection and photo round. 

Prizes for the top three teams and live music afterwards with The Vibe starting at 10pm.

Arrive early to guarantee you get a table. 

Cost: Free

When: 8.30-10pm

Where: No. 101, 8 Xingsheng Lu， Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城兴盛路8号101 (3886 2675)

September 4-8: Oktoberfest in Shunde

Oktoberfest, the world’s renowned celebratory fair from Germany that wows visitors with beer, Bavarian delicacies and raucous fun, is going to make its debut at the Shunde Marriott Hotel from September 4 to 8. Mimicking the format of the original Munich event, the hotel will erect a tent in its outdoor square to host the first-ever Oktoberfest in Shunde and expects to attract some 700 revelers each day. Party-goers will be able to enjoy a bottomless supply of Münchner Weisse and Hofbräu München, the pride of German beer culture that boasts a heritage of over 400 years. 

For more information, please contact Oliver Lu via oliver.lu@marriott.com or 180 3889 1314.

Cost: RMB288

Where: Midea Plaza, 388 Nangguo Donglu, Daliang, Shunde District, Foshan 佛山市顺德区大良南国东路388号美的广场

September 5: Happy Hunting

Are you ready to meet new friends, explore our city, be daring, eat, drink and, most importantly, have lots of fun?

How does it work?

• Meet at Happy Monk Xinsheng and join a team of five new friends

• Start the hunt with a number of clues and tasks

• Complete the tasks and be the first team finish at Happy Monk Happy Valley

• Buffet dinner, drinks and prizes

When and Where?

Meet： Happy Monk Xingsheng, 4pm, (September 5)

Finish： Happy Monk Happy Valley (after dinner)

Cost: RMB128 (including buffet and drinks)

For booking contact:

Mandy：Mandy.Deng@thehappymonk.com 13501515029

Joanne: Joanne.Gong@thehappymonk.com 18033236853

September 6: Tropical Pool Party

Enjoy a tropical themed pool party this Sunday at Sheraton Huadu Resort, with free-flow booze, live DJs, all-you-can-eat brunch and a lucky draw. Transportation is included and pick up will occur at 11am at Zhujiang New Town station’s B1 exit.

For more information contact Alex Llan by phone at 137 1163 1882 or by WeChat (ID: AlexLLan).

Cost: RMB250 in advance, RMB300 on the day of the event

When: 11am (meeting time for bus)

Where: Sheraton Huadu Resort, meeting location Zhujiang New Town station’s B1 exit