# Chinese cultural festivals in Germany

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chinese-cultural-festivals-in-germany
> Updated: 2026-09-09T11:18:17.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

In September 2026, several German cities hosted events to promote Chinese culture and strengthen international ties.

In Duisburg, the Duisburg China Festival opened with performances by nearly 40 artists from the Wuhan Song and Dance Theatre. The event highlighted the sister-city relationship between Duisburg and Wuhan established in 1982, featuring Peking opera, acrobatics, and traditional songs. Local officials, including Mayor Soeren Link, noted the festival’s role in fostering German-Chinese friendship through dialogue.

Simultaneously, other German cities organized dedicated cultural weeks. Düsseldorf hosted a Chinese Week from September 12 to 19, featuring calligraphy, Tai Chi, and culinary offerings. Dortmund scheduled events from September 21 to 27, including martial arts sessions, film screenings, and celebrations of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: German cities host Chinese Culture Weeks in September 2026

Dortmund and Düsseldorf will host Chinese Culture Weeks in September 2026, featuring martial arts, film, culinary experiences, and the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-cities-host-chinese-culture-weeks-in-september-2026

### 2026-09-08: Duisburg China Festival celebrates Wuhan sister-city ties

The 2026 Duisburg China Festival has launched in Germany, celebrating the sister-city bond between Duisburg and Wuhan through traditional Chinese performing arts and cultural exhibits.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/duisburg-china-festival-celebrates-wuhan-sister-city-ties

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