Chinese Culture Week
2026-08-04
CCW 2026 Stage Performances
From powerful theatre and breathtaking dance to inventive physical works and untold stories, Chinese Culture Week celebrates emerging and established artists connecting culture through creativity.
Chinese Culture Week 2026
Echoes of Love
Bridging Cultures, Inspiring Futures
Join us at Chinese Culture Week 2026, returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August!
Welcome to Chinese Culture Week (CCW) β an international celebration of Chinese arts, heritage, and innovation, proudly based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
More than an annual festival, CCW is a vibrant global platform for cultural dialogue, creative collaboration, and artistic inspiration, connecting talents and communities from China, the UK, and around the world.
ScheduleAbout Chinese Culture Week
Our Vision
To deepen intercultural understanding and spark future collaborations through the power of art, education, and storytelling.
Our Mission
- Showcase living traditions and contemporary creativity.
- Build bridges between artists, audiences, and communities.
- Inspire innovation and cross-cultural exchange for future generations.
Our Values
- Authenticity and mutual respect
- Creativity and bold innovation
- Diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Sustainability and long-term legacy
Our Long-Term Goal
To grow CCW into a leading global hub for cultural exchange β delivering transformative experiences through international festivals, year-round projects, and an expanding global network.
Discover the IC Awards β celebrating excellence in intercultural creativity and connection!
Latest Updates
2026-07-08
Chinese Culture Week 2026 Unveils Its Largest Programme to Date
Chinese Culture Week (CCW) returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2026 with its most ambitious programme yet β seven distinct strands of activity under the theme "Echoes of Love".
2025-08-08
Hearing the Echoes of Cultural Exchange β 'Chinese Culture Week 2025' Opens at the 78th Edinburgh Festival
Chinese Culture Week 2025 opens at the Edinburgh Festival, celebrating heritage, innovation, and global exchange through vibrant performances and dialogue.
2025-06-27
House of Mystery θΏ·δΉε±ο½Xue Jia & Xiang Yandong Production
A hauntingly intimate physical theatre solo that defies traditional form, House of Mystery blends fragmented narrative with powerful, emotionally charged movement.
2025-05-28
Chinese Culture Week 2025 Launches in Edinburgh Under the Theme "Echoes of Time | ζΆδΉεε"
Chinese Culture Week (CCW) will return in August 2025 with its most ambitious programme yet, themed "Echoes of Time | ζΆδΉεε", inviting audiences to engage with living traditions from China.
2025-04-28
X Star Production Powers CCW 2025
The Intercultural Connections Initiative (ICI) announces a major partnership with X Star Production for Chinese Culture Week (CCW) 2025.