AS autumn brings cooler evenings, immerse yourself in the spellbinding beauty of light shows around the city. They include free shows that run every night, as well as ticketed shows with specific ending dates. After a bustling day of work, these enchanting displays provide the perfect respite. Free light shows Futian The dynamic light shows in central Futian are played regularly on the fa?ades of the high-rise buildings every Friday and Saturday as well as one day before and on some Chinese holidays. The shows start at 7 p.m., 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. on these days from November to March, and at 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. from April to October. Each show lasts 15 minutes. Visitors hoping to watch the light shows at Civic Center Square are required to make reservations via the “福田中心區夜景燈光預約導引服務” WeChat miniprogram. You may also watch them without reservations from other locations nearby such as Lianhua Hill. Metro: Line 2 or 4 to Civic Center (市民中心站), or Line 3 or 4 to Children’s Palace Station (少年宮站) Longhua Dream-like light shows are projected onto the fa?ades of old towers and houses in Guanlan Old Market and Guanlan Printmaking Base every night, immersing visitors in a dazzling world blending the old and the new. Venue 1: Guanlan Old Market, Longhua District (觀瀾古墟) Time: 8-9 p.m. Metro: Line 4 to Guanlan Station (觀瀾站), Exit B Venue 2: Guanlan Printmaking Base, Longhua District (觀瀾版畫基地) Time: 7:30-7:50 p.m., 8:20-8:40 p.m. Booking: WeChat account “GL_PRINTS” Metro: Line 4 to Niuhu Station (牛湖站), Exit C and then take a taxi Bao’an If you live in west Shenzhen, you can simply enjoy light shows projected onto the fa?ades of high-rise buildings in central Bao’an every Friday and Saturday at 7:30-10 p.m. (May-August) and 7-10 p.m. (September-April), as well as on holiday nights. Venue: Around Coastal Square, Bao’an District (寶安區海濱廣場周邊) Metro: Line 5 to Baohua Station (寶華站), Exit C Ticketed light shows Longgang Glittering light installations in the shapes of heavenly bodies, animals, and flowers await your exploration. Additionally, enjoy live music performances and visit bustling food markets to enhance your experience. Dates: Though Oct. 6 Hours: 6-11 p.m. Tickets: 28 yuan (children), 38 yuan (adults) Venue: Shenzhen International Low-carbon City, Longgang District (深圳國際低碳城會展中心) Metro: Line 3 or 16 to Shuanglong Station (雙龍站), Exit B and then take a taxi Longhua At the light show in Mission Hills Ecological Sports Park, a corridor adorned with futuristic illuminations evokes the sense of a space tunnel; delicate jellyfish-like lights hanging from the trees create an ethereal atmosphere, reminiscent of dreamlands; another multitude of lights on trees conjure a scenario of misty forests. Adding to the ambiance, the park also hosts live gigs and mesmerizing Dunhuang-inspired dance performances. Dates: Through Oct. 6 Hours: 5-10 p.m. Tickets: 39.9 yuan Venue: Mission Hills Ecological Sports Park, Longhua District (觀瀾湖生態運動公社) Metro: Line 4 to Mission Hills Station (觀瀾湖站), Exit A Guangming The light show in Guangming Farm showcases colossal lights that resemble mythical beasts from “The Classic of Mountains and Seas,” evoking a mysterious and fantastical fairyland. The lights inspired by ancient Chinese poems flicker like sparks, creating a romantic ambiance. Furthermore, performers dressed as characters from “Journey to the West” will warmly greet children, while bonfires provide a sanctuary for youngsters to escape the demands of the day. Dates: Until Sept. 24 Hours: 5:30-10 p.m. Tickets: 30 yuan (children), 39.9 yuan (adults) Venue: Guangming Farm Park (光明農場大觀園) Metro: Line 6 to Guangming Street Station (光明大街站), Exit A and then take a taxi (Cao Zhen) | 