Wuhu September Lineup Music, Culture and More
The gentle breeze of early autumn carries the scent of osmanthus.
Don't stay indoors and waste this lovely season —
fantastic performances are ready for you in Wuhu!
This September, no long trips needed —
A youth singing competition at the Shenshan Music Festival,
a heartwarming concert, a soul-stirring drama,
and a Yangtze River cultural feast for all —
all await you in Wuhu.
No. 1
2026 Wuhu Shenshan Music Festival
Time: September 19–29, 2026
Location: Shenshan Park Sunshine Lawn & Squirrel Town
The 2026 Wuhu Shenshan Music Festival University Student Singer Competition enters its offline stage on September 19. From online preliminaries to the grand finale, five rounds of escalating excitement will culminate in the top 12 contestants taking the main stage to compete for the championship.
About the Competition
Four Tracks:
l Trendy Charm (stage presence)
l Trendy Originals (original works)
l Trendy Vocals (singing prowess)
l Trendy China-chic (contemporary expression of traditional culture)
Prizes:
Cash awards for the champion, runner-up and second runner-up. Outstanding contestants will gain direct entry to the variety show recording of New Voice Academy 2026, with exposure to tens of millions of viewers.
Registration:
August 10 to midnight, September 13. Register via the Ctrip app ("Ctrip Campus") or the Taobao Flash student welfare section. No registration fee.
Reminder: Registration closes at midnight on September 13.
No. 2
4th (Anhui · Wuhu) Yangtze River Cultural Exchange Event
Time: September to November 2026
Opening Venue: Jiuzi Square
Centered on Yangtze River culture, the 4th (Anhui · Wuhu) Yangtze River Cultural Exchange Event brings together the cultural and artistic essence of the Yangtze River basin. It features six major sections: "Embrace the Yangtze," "Sing the Yangtze," "Recite the Yangtze," "Paint the Yangtze," "Taste the Yangtze" and "Light the Yangtze." The event is dedicated to building a high-level cultural showcase and exchange platform for the Yangtze River basin. Six themed activities span the entire city, all open to the public free of charge.
No. 3
"Joyful Wuhu · Mid-Autumn Night" 2026 Youth Concert
Time: September 24, 2026, 19:30
Location: Squirrel Town
On September 24 at 19:30, the "Joyful Wuhu · Mid-Autumn Night" 2026 Youth Concert takes the stage at Wuhu Squirrel Town. A lineup of acclaimed artists and powerful vocalists will gather in the river city, and award-winning contestants from the 2025 Shenshan Music Festival will also perform.
No. 4
"What the World Gave Me" Pop Classic Choral Concert
Time: September 12, 2026 (Saturday), 19:00
Location: Wuhu Happiness Blue Sea International Cinema (Golden Eagle New City Branch), Hall 6
Tickets: Meituan, Damai and other platforms. Early bird 50% off
Duration: Approximately 80 minutes
An 80-minute evening of pop classic choral music — the melodies that once played on loop in your headphones, now rewoven with live voices. No music theory required; if you know these songs, the live choral soundscapes will move you. Perfect for couples, close friends and families — rediscover the healing power of classic melodies on an early autumn night.
Early bird tickets at 50% off — an affordable, lightweight musical experience for a mid-September weekend.
No. 5
Light Shows and Diverse Cultural Performances
Shuimeng Nanhu Light Show
Time: September 12, 19, 25 (Mid-Autumn Festival), 26
Location: Shuimeng Nanhu, Wanzi District
Admission: Free (suspended during thunderstorms, high winds or equipment maintenance)
Under the early autumn night sky, water screens and lights intertwine into a living canvas — a perfect destination for weekend night outings in the Wanzi area. A special additional show on Mid-Autumn night (September 25) lets you enjoy moon-gazing and the light show all at once.
"City of Joy · Wuhu Fishing Fun"
Time: Third session: September 26, 2026 (Saturday), 14:00
Location: Guanfei Community, Guandou Subdistrict, Jiujiang District (opposite Mofan Ecology)
Program: Diverse cultural performances: original songs, opera medleys, featured dances and more than 10 programs in rotation
Catching fish plus cultural performances — the most "Wuhu" way to experience rural cultural tourism. Families with children and young people looking for countryside fun can enjoy a whole afternoon for just 9.9 yuan.
Both events are free or very low-cost — perfect for a spontaneous weekend family outing.
Gather your family and friends.
This September, come to Wuhu.
Amid spectacular performances,
treasure the joy and surprises together.
Come to Wuhu,
and enjoy a joyful autumn.
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Source: Wuhu Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism