🌸 Spring into Nanjing: Your April Event Guide (Ep. 1) 🌸
By NanjingGo
Published: 2026-04-02
April in Nanjing is an absolute dream. The weather is warming up, the city is in full bloom, and everyone is itching to get outside. If you’re looking for ways to spend your weekends this month, you’re in luck! From exotic pet meetups to strawberry festivals and sunset wine gatherings, Nanjing’s event scene is packed.
To make navigating the city easier, we’ve broken down this month’s best pop-ups and festivals by vibe. Grab your friends (or your furry companions) and check out what’s happening!
🍓 Food & Drink: Eat Your Way Through Spring
No.1 Sweet Strawberry Festival (甜莓大会)
Calling all sweet tooths! This market is 100% dedicated to strawberries. Expect over 40 boutique brands offering strawberry-themed treats and free giveaways.
When: April 3 - 6 (12:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Where: Qixia District | Castle Mall / MixC North A-Block Atrium (城北万象汇A馆1号门中庭)
Entry: Free
No.2 Spring Dessert Festival (春日甜品节)
If strawberries aren't enough, head south for a massive dessert festival featuring over 60 popular dessert brands (with many making their Nanjing debut). The best part? Thousands of free tastings!
When: April 3 - 6 (12:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Where: Yuhuatai District | Nanjing MixC Outdoor Block (南京万象天地·户外趣巷街区)
Entry: Free
No.3 Wild Vegetable Festival (野菜节)
Embrace the farm-to-table lifestyle! This event highlights seasonal spring veggies, fresh farm produce, vegan sauces, and creative natural dishes.
When: April 4 - 6 (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Where: Jiangning District | Jingfeng Center (景枫中心·阵地)
Entry: Free
No.4 1st "Gulu Gulu" Foodie Festival (首届咕噜咕噜吃货节)
A classic street food extravaganza bringing together over 36 food vendors from all over the country. Come hungry!
When: April 10 - 12
Where: Pukou District | Wanhui City (万汇城)
Entry: Free
🌿 Arts, Culture & Chill Vibes
No.1 South of France Countryside Spring Market (南法乡野春日市集)
Escape the city and step into a French countryside dream. This ticketed event features over 60 lifestyle brands, outdoor aesthetics, handpan sound healing, forest lawn concerts, lakeside piano performances, and impromptu tango dancing.
When: April 4 - 6 (10:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Where: Pukou District | Mougins Forest Farm (Mougins森林农场)
Entry: Ticket Required
No.2 Wandering Scents Festival (游弋香氛生活节)
A sensory experience dedicated to fragrances, green living, and connecting with the natural environment through scent.
When: April 23 - 26
Where: Qinhuai District | Nanjing MixC (万象天地)
Entry: Free
No.3 IST Book & Wine Gathering (IST 本草书酒局)
Books, wellness, and wine—what more could you want? Browse cultural and artistic goods, enjoy light drinks, and shop for health-conscious lifestyle items.
When: April 24 - May 5
Where: Xuanwu District | IST Mall 1F Atrium (IST 艾尚天地 1F中庭)
Entry: Free
No.4 CCC Nanjing International Shell Exhibition (CCC南京国际贝壳展)
A surprisingly fascinating exhibit featuring tens of thousands of shells from 18 international vendors, including Russia and the Philippines.
When: April 9 - 12 (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Where: Yuhuatai District | Wonderland / Yuhua Salon 1F (虹悦城1F)
Entry: Free
That's a wrap for Part 1 of our April Events guide! 🌸
Be sure to stay tuned—NanjingGo will be bringing you even more updates on the best local happenings very soon. Have a question about navigating the city, or got a cool upcoming activity you’d love to recommend to the community? Just click the "Send a Message" button in the bottom right corner to drop us a line!