Events

🌍 GLOBAL POETRY COMPETITION 🌍 📚 Poetry Connects the World (诗约四海) Please note that this event is organised by the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation. Leeds BCI is promoting the event only. The Centre is a trusted organisation and partner that oversees the management of Confucius Institutes globally. Love Chinese language & culture? Show...

✨ Discover Chinese Through Birds — A Special International Chinese Language Day Event On Thursday 30th April, 12–1pm,  Liberty Building SR 1.11, join us for a beautifully themed introduction to the Chinese language with Qingyuan Yang, who has been part of the BCI teaching team for the past year and a half. Outside the classroom,...

Sea Cloud Hall – Open Day & Celebration A leading centre for Taoist movement, meditation, and philosophy Saturday 4 April 2026, 2–4 pm Sea Cloud Hall, Sandford Place, Kirkstall, Leeds Sea Cloud Hall (who we met recently via the Leeds University Daoist Tai Chi & Qigong Society) invite you to a special open day celebrating...

Chinese Dance Workshop Discover the grace, rhythm, and cultural heritage of traditional Chinese dance in this interactive workshop. You’ll learn about the origins and styles of Chinese classical and folk dance before trying out some beginner‑friendly movements yourself. No experience needed — just enthusiasm and comfortable clothing! Event Details Date: Thursday 12th March Time: 12:00–1:00pm...

Discover the beauty and art of Chinese calligraphy in this hands-on workshop. You'll learn about the history and techniques of this ancient writing skill, followed by the opportunity to try it for yourself. Plus, you'll have the chance to learn how to write your name in Chinese! Event Details: Date: Tuesday 10th March 12-1pm Location:...

Experience a ground-breaking fusion of orchestral music and Hip Hop!  Rapsody brings together a chamber orchestra with talented rappers for a unique celebration of Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). The programme features Chinese and English rap songs specially arranged for orchestra, blending classical tradition with contemporary Hip Hop culture in an unforgettable evening of cross-cultural musical...

Inside Chinese Football: Language, Culture & Real‑World Experience Overview Join us for a special online lecture with Jacopo Maria Mazzanti, a football coach, translator, and expert in Chinese football terminology. Drawing on nearly five years of experience working across seven cities and professional clubs in China, Jacopo offers a unique introduction to the language and...

The second of two Chinese New Year celebrations at the Merrion Centre,  will see the main mall  come alive with colour, sound, and excitement as we kick off our Chinese New Year celebrations with an afternoon of vibrant culture and traditions including… The Merrion Centre is once again set to host a spectacular Chinese New...

🎉 Celebrate Chinese New Year The Year of the Horse is fast approaching, and we're ready to enjoy the festivities with you! 🌟 Join us in celebrating Chinese New Year with the Business Confucius Institute as we immerse ourselves in the vibrant traditions of this special occasion. ❓What’s in store for you? An Introduction to...

When Tang Xianzu meets Shakespeare In celebration of Chinese New Year, and following the recent collaboration between stage@leeds and the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) on the fantastic production Dreaming Under the Bough, we are excited to present a beautiful new exhibition. This remarkable multinational, multilingual, cross‑cultural production blends the work of two...