On August 9th, 2025 Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival will lunch under the theme"Global Brew, Universial Harmony"! Spanning both banks of Dianchi Lake, this celebration features five uniquely themed experience zones: "With the World", "With Art", "With the Land", "With Life" and "With the Future". Here, coffee culture meets the mountains and waters, sparking magical encounters.

This 9-day carnival offers over 20 distinctive activities and 80+ performances on both banks. From savoring and sharing rich coffee flavors to blending diverse cultures, from the cozy daytime relaxation to lively nighttime revelries, it will promise to fulfill all your expectations.

Today, we're excited to share this full event guide—helping you find exactly what you desire and ensuring you catch every spectacular moment.

East Bank of Dianchi– Kunming Art and Culture Highland

With the World

"Southeast Asian Coffee Culture Collective"

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue:Plaza 1 on the East Bank of Dianchi

Content: Premier coffee brands from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and Singapore will demonstrate their region-specific coffee processing techniques and brewing methods.

Themed Sharing Sessions within the Club

Time: August 9 – 17

Content: Six themed sharing sessions will be held, including: Coffee Class for Kids; Back to Purity of Yunnan Coffee; From From a "strong brew" professional to a 'light roast' lifestyle – Just a Cup of Coffee Away; The First Global Series of Cold-Brew Nanyang Coffee; Coffee Energy Guide; and Thai Coffee Culture and Humanistic Ambiance.

CoE Yemen PCA International Cupping 

Time: 15:00 – 17:00, August 14

Venue: 3rd Floor, Building 1, Yunhai East Bank (located on East Bank of Dianchi)

Content: A professional jury will conduct a blind tasting to evaluate Yemeni coffee beans.

Coffee Competition: China Coffee Cupping Competition (Southeast Asia Division)

Time: 10:00 – 17:30 on August 16; 10:00 – 18:00 on August 17

Venue: Gemdale Yunhai No.1 Tinghai (located on East Bank of Dianchi)

Content: This is The first professional Coffee Cupping Competition in Southeast Asia; the finals will be held in Xiamen.

Golden Beans Cross Boundaries · Chinese Flavors – Dianchi International Coffee Culture CarnivalRoundtable Summit

Time: Starts at 14:00 on August 16, with 2 sessions in total, 45 minutes each.

Venue: 3rd Floor, Building 1, Yunhai East Bank, Gemdale Yunhai No.1 (located on Dianchi Golden Shoreline)

Topic 1: Boutique Coffee Goes Global – How Yunnan Boutique Coffee leads China to the world.

Topic 2: Champion Estates Breaking Barriers – How competitions create industrial value.

"Coffee Roaming" Experience Station

Time: August 9 – 17, 14:00 – 20:00

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway

Content: Inspired by "Harmony with Nature", an experience zone is built where low-carbon concepts and coffee culture interweave.

With Art

"Light on the East Bank"——Nighttime Light Art

Time: August 9 - 17, 20:00 - 22:00

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway

Content: Centered on multi-themed light art, and featuring novel forms like immersive interactive installations and dynamic light shows, it creates a new model of the night-time economy—letting people Dazzled by lights, refreshed by cool breeze, charmed by the night./ Lights, Cool Vibes, Night Delights.

Theme Small Stage

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway

Content: Music performances will be held on 3 themed small stages, featuring music genres such as jazz, blues, and reggae.

"Plaza 1" Open-Air Theme Music Party

Time: August 9 - 10 & 14 - 17

Venue: Plaza 1 on the East Bank of Dianchi

Content: A 6-day open-air themed music party will take the stage, blending rock, electronic, ethnic and other styles, plus cross-border collaborations with poetry.

Art Parade

Time: August 9 - 10 & 16 - 17

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway

Content: Four teams with distinct styles will stage parading performances along the greenway on the east bank.

"Plaza 1" Featured Them Club

Venue: Plaza 1 on the East Bank of Dianchi

Content: Under the theme of "Coffee + Cuisine", the activity pairs specialty mushroom feasts and outdoor camping American-style barbecues with open-air music celebrations.

With the Land

"Yunnan Boutique Coffee Club"

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway

Content: The event delves into the cultural heritage of local ethnic minority coffee-growing regions through immersive experiences, thematic exhibitions, talks by coffee growers, and ethnic performances.

With Life

100+ Coffee Carts Square

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway 

Content: Over 100 coffee carts - from local favorites to global brands gather to serve unique flavors.

"Coffee + Lifestyle" Experience Zone

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue: East Bank of Dianchi Greenway 

Content: 8 "Coffee +" experience zones will connect various and diverse aesthetic scenes such as bazaars, workshops, and respite corner.

West Bank of Dianchi – "24 Hours on the West Bank" All-Day Experience

With the Future

West Bank Coffee Music Festival

Time: 18:30 – 22:40, August 15

Venue: Main Stage in Dianchi·West Bank Park

Content: Iconic bands took the stage live,their performance will lit up the heart of the main stage and set the entire venue ablaze with fervor.

Cloud Music Party

Time: August 9 – 17, 16:00 – 22:00 (3 performances per day, 1 hour each)

Venue: EasyFly Hot Air Balloon Park in West Bank of Dianchi

Content: Up in the balloon: Specialty coffee + Dianchi's breeze

On the lawn: Chill vibes + live tunes .

Future Zone Carnival

Time: 12:00 – 21:00, August 9

Venue: Dianchi·West Bank Park

Content: Experience a vibrant summer carnival where traditional Chinese aesthetics collide with anime culture! Watch cosplay influencers breathe life into characters through interactive performances. Let’s come and join in unforgettable immersive experiences.

"Wandering Future" Mobile Coffee Cart

Time: August 9 – 17, 14:00 – 22:00

Venue: Mobile Coffee Truck in Dianchi·West Bank Park

Content: Qiao Xiaodao's original three-story mobile coffee Cart mechanical installation art exhibition makes its debut. While showcasing large-scale art installations featuring Xishan elements. Bands and folk music groups are invited to perform.

West Bank Fun Enthusiasts Club

Time: August 9 – 17, 14:00 – 22:00

Venue: Dianchi·West Bank Park

Content: Six distinctive clubs including those focused on motorcycles, sports, and pets will showcase their unique charms, creating a variety of rich experience scenarios.

West Bank Live Show

Time: 4 weekend days (Aug 9-17) with three 30-minute shows daily

Venue: Grand Lawn in Dianchi·West Bank Park + Greenway + Dongfengba Seven-Arch Floating Bridge

Content: Xiao Douhao Group performs "Saving the Mad Hatter".

Coffee Roaming

Time: August 9 – 17
Venue: Dianchi·West Bank Park

Content: By checking in at 5 coffee-themed installations and completing the tasks, participants can receive custom-made tickets for Xishan Scenic Area (with a total of 10,000 tickets available) from the Coffee International Carnival, as well as a series of cultural and creative products.

Sunac Fun Enthusiasts Club

Time: August 9 – 17

Venue: Sunac Cultural and Tourism City

Content: Visitors can experience an blend of coffee culture and entertainment, where street dance performances, sunset cinema, curated coffee trails, skiing, and enchanting mermaid spectacles come together to reimagine your coffee journey.