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Erika Na

From electrifying performances by international pop stars to a Mongolian singing sensation, there is plenty of world-class entertainment on offer this July in the Greater Bay Area.
Below is our pick of upcoming performances in Macau and cities just across the border with mainland China, all easily accessible from Hong Kong.
1. Charlie Puth – Something New II tour












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American pop sensation Charlie Puth will bring his “Something New II” tour to Shenzhen in July. Puth is known for his smooth vocals and polished pop production, and for hits like “Attention”, “We Don’t Talk Anymore” and “Left and Right.”
If you missed his 2023 appearance in Hong Kong, this is a chance to hear him sing his chart-topping tracks in a dynamic live setting.
Date: July 6, 2025
Venue: Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre Stadium
How to get there: Exit C, Universiade Station (大运站), Metro Line 3, Shenzhen Metro.
Tickets: 399 yuan to 2,999 yuan, available for purchase on Damai
2. Chris James – Hyperbloom Tour 2025












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German-American indie singer-songwriter Chris James will perform in Shenzhen and Guangzhou as part of his “Hyperbloom” tour. Known for his introspective lyrics and blend of indie pop and electronic influences, James became popular in China through viral tracks such as “Not Angry Anymore”.
Date: July 8, 2025
Venue: TaiSpace Livehouse in Guangzhou
How to get there: Exit D, Shayuan Station (沙园站), Metro Line 8 and Guangfo Line, Guangzhou Metro
Tickets: 280 yuan to 690 yuan, available for purchase on Damai
Date: July 9, 2025
Venue: SoFun Live, Shenzhen
How to get there: Taxi from downtown Shenzhen.
Tickets: 340 yuan, available for purchase on Damai
3. Voices, Urna 2025 China Tour












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Urna Chahar-Tugchi, who goes by her first name, is a legend. Born in the grasslands of Inner Mongolia and living in Bavaria, Urna is a singer and yangqin (Chinese hammered dulcimer) player with an otherworldly voice boasting a four-octave range.
Her 2025 China tour takes her to Shenzhen and Guangzhou in July, where she will sing old favourites such as “Hodoo” – made famous after being featured in a Sony commercial – as well as songs from her new album Duun/Voices.
Date: July 5, 2025
Venue: Guangming District Cultural Centre, Shenzhen
How to get there: Exit B, Fenghuang Town Station (凤凰城站), Metro Line 6, Shenzhen Metro.
Tickets: 180 yuan to 380 yuan, available for purchase on Damai
Date: July 6, 2025
Venue: Sound Republic Livehouse, Guangzhou
How to get there: Exit B, Datang Station (大塘站), Metro Lines 3 and 11, Guangzhou Metro
Tickets: 180 yuan to 380 yuan, available for purchase on damai
4. Richard Clayderman – ‘Forever Love’ Piano Concert












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French piano legend Richard Clayderman has an adoring fan base in China, and his 2025 tour brings him and his romantic melodies to the secondary Greater Bay Area cities of Shantou and Jiangmen.
On the programme will be his greatest hits such as Ballade pour Adeline and Chariots of Fire and also his arrangement of the Chinese classic Butterfly Lovers.
Dates: July 11, 2025 in Shantou, July 12, 2025 in Jiangmen
Venues: Shantou Linbaixin International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Shantou, Jiangmen Xinhui Sports Stadium in Jiangmen
How to get there: Taxi from downtown Shantou and Jiangmen
Tickets: 280 yen to 1,580 yen, available for purchase on Damai (Shantou, Jiangmen)
5. Kenny G – ‘Forever in Love with Macao’












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Saxophone icon Kenny G returns to Macau to play more of his signature smooth jazz. Having sold over 75 million records worldwide, Kenny G remains one of the most successful instrumental artists of all time.
In his first Macau concert since 2018, the Grammy winner is expected to dazzle the audience with timeless tunes.
Date: July 19, 2025
Venue: Broadway Macau stage
How to get there: Cotai East Station, Taipa Line, Macau LRT
Tickets: HK$480 to HK$1,080, available for purchase on Broadway Macau’s website.


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Hong Kong music lovers are in for a treat in July with concerts from Macau to Jiangmen featuring the likes of Kenny G and Richard Clayderman


Hong Kong music lovers are in for a treat in July with concerts from Macau to Jiangmen featuring the likes of Kenny G and Richard Clayderman.
