In early summer, Haidian is lush with greenery and brimming with cultural vibrancy. As International Museum Day 2026 arrives, 31 museums across Haidian are joining forces to create a cultural feast where everyone can explore, appreciate, and immerse themselves, allowing Haidian's rich cultural heritage to flow gently in the cool breeze of early summer.
Museum and Cultural Heritage Craze
The event combines cultural salons, stamp collecting, hand-painted scrolls, educational workshops, and live online broadcasts. It offers accessible experiences for all ages—fun to explore and perfect for photos. We cordially invite residents, tourists, and families with children to wander through the cultural and museum venues, encounter millennia of cultural heritage, and create your own special memories!
Event Dates
May 18 to June 10, 2026
Event Locations
31 museums and commercial districts across Haidian
Event Theme
Treasures Embrace All Things, Haidian Connects Past and Present
Highlights Preview
01 Cultural Heritage Salon
May 18, 10:00 to 12:00
When digital technology meets millennia-old cultural heritage, and when museums engage with urban development, industry experts, technology specialists, and museum professionals will gather under one roof.
During the roundtable discussion, participants will explore innovative ways to revitalize cultural heritage and discuss how museum resources can fuel regional development. The exchange of ideas will bring new inspiration and visions to the local museum community.
2. Stamp Collection & Check-in Activity
May 18 to June 10
Seven themed routes connect all 31 museums. With an official guidebook in hand, you can navigate the museum map of Haidian. The tour covers the timeless charm of the Three Hills and Five Gardens, red cultural heritage sites, distinctive university exhibition halls and tech-themed museum spaces. Collect 31 exclusive event stamps, each embodying the unique cultural essence of Haidian.
Pick up a booklet to collect stamps and check in and you'll have a chance to win cultural and creative gifts. Explore, observe, and check in as you go. It's a truly immersive experience!
03 "I Draw Haidian's Treasures" Collaborative Scroll Painting
May 19, 10:00 to 12:00
What does your "Haidian treasure" look like? Is it the dazzling golden roof of the Tower of Buddhist Incense in the Summer Palace, the historical vicissitudes of the Dashuifa in the Old Summer Palace, or the elegant colors beneath the eaves of Haidian's renowned academic institutions? Don't just let it stay in your imagination!
Join us now for a grand creative event brimming with ceremony! Renowned cultural heritage influencer @Yangba Tushuo (杨爸图说) (Yang Dawei) will guide the live collaborative painting session, inviting you to step onto a 15-meter-long scroll celebrating Haidian's cultural heritage and bring the treasures in your heart to life with your own hands!
No prior drawing experience is required. You just pick up a brush and join in. Using ink and brush as your medium, we'll collectively depict the landscapes and cultural treasures of Haidian, leaving your unique mark on this cultural heritage scroll.
Host @Yangba Tushuo (杨爸图说) (Yang Dawei), author of Interesting Ancient Chinese Architecture and a popular cultural heritage content influencer
04 Interactive Museum Study Tour Experience
May 19 to May 24, 2026
Four themed immersive study tours offer in-depth fun, no casual sightseeing, bringing new ways to experience culture and museums. All activities are free of charge—fun and educational!
Museum Immersive Puzzle Challenge
Become an Ancient Document Restorer! Step into the exhibition halls of the National Museum of Classic Books, follow clues to solve puzzles, and unlock stories behind cultural relics. Through fun challenges and in-depth visits, you will understand the wisdom of ancient books and immerse yourself in the long-standing charm of Chinese civilization.
Hanfu Gathering: Tracing Ancient Charm
Put on Hanfu and step into a thousand-year-old cultural journey! Exquisite Hanfu attire and professional styling are provided free of charge at the event—unlock your ancient-style look from head to toe! Stroll through the historic venues in elegant attire, capturing atmospheric Chinese-style photos as your sleeves flutter in the breeze. Every snapshot will be a stunning, high-quality moment to share on social media!
Ancient Architecture Master Challenge (Dougong and Decorative Painting Edition)
Discover the aesthetics of ancient architecture and carry on the legacy of craftsmanship! An immersive ancient architectural color painting experience is now available. With professional instructors providing hands-on guidance, even beginners can get started. From mixing mineral pigments and raised-line outlining to applying color and gilding, you'll unlock the essence of color painting step by step and create your own unique piece. Through every stroke, discover the ingenuity of ancient architecture, experience the charm of traditional craftsmanship, and bring the beauty of millennia-old architecture home!
Fuse Bead Art Inspired by Haidian Cultural Relics
Create culture at your fingertips! Full sets of perler bead materials and templates are provided free of charge, with professional guidance on-site. Inspired by collections and architectural elements of Haidian's museums, you can design and make your own cultural and creative pendants. Through this fun hands-on activity, discover the splendor of ancient architecture and unlock the stories behind cultural relics. Take your finished piece home with you—carry Haidian's millennia-old cultural heritage in the palm of your hand and enjoy a deep sense of accomplishment!
05 "Relax and Explore the Museum" 7-Day Online Live Stream
Millennia of cultural heritage in ancient texts, serene Zen landscapes in historic temples, and priceless treasures in museums—don't let them stay on your "wish list"! A virtual cultural and museum tour extravaganza is coming soon. No need to leave home! Professional docents will guide you online, revealing hidden gems within the venues.
May 18 to 24, 14:00 daily
Tune in to the "Wenlv Haidian" (文旅海淀) video channel to explore seven major Haidian museums from the comfort of your couch. No queues or reservations required—just grab your phone and join the virtual cultural feast without leaving home.
From the bricks and mortar of physical venues to every frame and painting on your screen, the rich heritage of Haidian's cultural and museum sites is opening up to you in a whole new way. You don't have to travel far to touch a thousand years of history. From May 18 to June 10, we'll be here in Haidian, looking forward to every encounter with you.
