By Jin Yingying
Photo provided to Hangzhoufeel
Concerts
Hans Zimmer live in Hangzhou
Legendary composer Hans Zimmer will take the stage live--as composer, performer, and conductor--alongside a 19-member electric band and a full symphony orchestra. This epic “original + live” experience is a once-in-a-lifetime treat for film music fans. From Inception to The Lion King, Gladiator to Kung Fu Panda--which he says “resonates the most with China”--this is more than a concert. It’s an immersive cinematic sound journey crafted by a master still chasing his best work.
Time: 19:00, May 7, 2025
Venue: Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium
Ticket prices: 480 / 680 / 880 / 1280 / 1480 / 1880 / 2580 yuan
Daniel Powter’s Free Loop China tour – Hangzhou stop
Renowned Canadian singer-songwriter Daniel Powter returns to the stage in China after a seven-year hiatus. The “musical poet” behind hits like Bad Day and Free Loop will take Chinese fans on a nostalgic journey with his signature melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Time: 19:30, May 4, 2025
Venue: Hangzhou Linping Grand Theatre · Outdoor Sky Stage
Ticket prices: VIP: 599 yuan | Regular: 499 yuan | Early Bird: 399 yuan
Services
HZ Int’l Airport launches inter-terminal transfer services
Starting this April, Hangzhou International Airport has rolled out inter-terminal transfers between T3 and T4, making layovers smoother than ever. Three dedicated counters--located at T3’s arrival and departure areas and T4’s domestic mixed-flow zone--allow passengers to connect seamlessly with no need to re-check baggage or undergo security again. This one-stop transfer service significantly shortens layover times--saving travelers over an hour.
Exhibitions
Black Myth: Wukong art exhibition
Centered on the hit game Black Myth: Wukong, this exhibition blurs the line between digital art and virtual reality. It recreates iconic narratives, characters, environments, props, and more in physical form--offering visitors an up-close look at original artwork, design details, and behind-the-scenes development stories.
Time: 9:00-17:00 (closed Mondays), runs through May 21
Venue: #218 Nanshan Road, Art Museum of China Academy of Art
Ticket prices: 60 yuan | 30 yuan (students)
Outdoor
Rock climbing town in Lin’an district
Known as the “Rock Climbing Town of China”, Longshang Village in Gaohong Town is home to Lion Mountain (Shizishan), the largest outdoor climbing site in East China. With its lush green bamboo forests, flowing blue streams, and over 200 natural climbing routes of varying difficulty, it offers a paradise for beginners, hobbyists, and seasoned climbers alike.
Address: Longshang Village, Gaohong Town, Lin’an district