
Beijing International Canal Arts Fest 2026: free Tongzhou guide
Beijing’s free International Canal Arts Fest runs 24–27 September 2026 in Tongzhou, with 14 performing groups from 13 countries, 22 performances and more than 60 market stalls.
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Beijing’s free International Canal Arts Fest runs 24–27 September 2026 in Tongzhou, with 14 performing groups from 13 countries, 22 performances and more than 60 market stalls.

Sydney’s Chinese Garden of Friendship hosts Moon Festival celebrations from 25 to 27 September 2026, with lion dance, live music, tea, mooncakes and hands-on cultural activities.

Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 runs from 10 October to 19 December across major venues in the UAE capital. Here are the strongest events, practical ticket details and what international residents should know.

DART and Dublin Commuter peak timetables change from 21 September to 12 December 2026. Morning trains may leave earlier and peak journeys may take 1–3 minutes longer.

Quilombo_Trema! returns to Porto from 24 to 27 September 2026 with Afro-diasporic and Indigenous performance, talks, workshops and a free Afro market across several city venues.

The Shanghai International Light Festival runs until 16 October 2026 across Huangpu and 16 sub-venues. Here are the strongest events still to come, including free jazz, waterfront light art and district programmes.

Jordan revised its investor citizenship and residency rules in July 2026. Here are the current investment thresholds, job requirements, holding periods and five-year property-residency options.

Thailand ended its 60-day visa-exemption measure on 15 September 2026. Most eligible travellers now receive up to 30 days, with separate 15-day and Visa on Arrival categories for a small number of nationalities.

The Tenth Mosaic runs in Tokyo on 22–23 September 2026 with game creator talks, live music, exhibitions and indie games. Base tickets cost ¥2,000; creator talks require an extra ¥3,000 ticket.