National Aquatics Center marks 15th annual 'Light It Blue' autism awareness event

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing illuminated its facade in blue on April 2, 2025 to mark World Autism Awareness Day for the 15th consecutive year.

2025-04-03

National Aquatics Center to host youth artwork exhibition

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing will showcase outstanding youth artwork this summer, celebrating the city's historic achievement as the world's first to host both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games.

2025-02-20

National Aquatics Center readies for Year of the Snake festivities

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing is preparing to welcome the Year of the Snake with an array of interactive entertainment, cultural experiences and festive snow-themed activities.

2025-01-26

Volunteer delegation explores Olympic legacy at National Aquatics Center

A delegation from the Chinese Young Volunteers Association visited the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on Dec. 20, 2024.

2025-01-06

China-Africa media delegation visits National Aquatics Center

A delegation of around 130 representatives from the 6th Forum on China-Africa Media Cooperation visited the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on Aug. 22.

2024-08-23

'Water Cube Cup' Chinese song contest wraps up with Beijing gala

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing hosted a ceremony on Aug. 8, marking the conclusion of the 2024 "Cultures of China: Water Cube Cup" Chinese Song Contest.

2024-08-16

Hong Kong university swimmers visit National Aquatics Center

Members of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) swimming team visited the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on July 2, immersing themselves in its Olympic culture.

2024-07-08

Cool off this summer at National Aquatics Center

With summer in full swing, the National Aquatics Center in Beijing is offering a variety of exciting activities to help you beat the heat and enjoy the season to the fullest.

2024-07-09

Macao volunteers visit National Aquatics Center

A delegation from the General Volunteers Association of Macao visited the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on June 21 to exchange experiences on organizing major sports events and volunteer services.

2024-07-01

National Aquatics Center lights up blue in support of autism awareness

The National Aquatics Center hosted various activities and illuminated its iconic blue light on March 31, 2024 to mark the 17th World Autism Awareness Day.

2024-04-03

School heads highlight Olympic education at National Aquatics Center

University heads and primary and middle school principals from 12 provincial-level regions nationwide joined a forum at the National Aquatics Center on Dec. 10, 2023 to exchange ideas on Olympic education.

2023-12-12

Chinese song contest finalists explore National Aquatics Center

Finalists of the 2023 "Culture China - Water Cube Cup" Chinese Song Contest were treated to a special visit to the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on Aug. 5.

2023-08-06

National Aquatics Center fosters innovation with LEGO at youth event

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing recently hosted the 2023 FIRST LEGO League (FLL) challenges for the northern China region from July 15 to 16.

2023-07-17

National Aquatics Center marks World Autism Awareness Day

The National Aquatics Center held a series of activities on April 2 to mark the 16th World Autism Awareness Day, encouraging the public to "respect differences and re-ignite hope for autistic children."

2023-04-03

National Aquatics Center to shine blue light for autism awareness

The National Aquatics Center in Beijing will be illuminated in blue on April 2 to mark the 16th World Autism Awareness Day.

2023-03-30

Ice Sports Center launches curling events for public

A competition suitable for curlers of all experience levels was held on Feb. 26 at the Ice Sports Center of the National Aquatics Center in Beijing.

2023-02-27

National Aquatics Center celebrates the Spring Festival

As the nation ushered in the Year of the Rabbit, the National Aquatics Center in Beijing rolled out a series of interactive cultural activities and ice sports programs, offering a festive atmosphere for visitors.

2023-01-28

Ice Sports Center set to boost winter sports among teens

The Ice Sports Center of the National Aquatics Center in Beijing was selected as one of the 30 "Beijing Off-Campus Ice and Snow Activity Centers for Youth" on Jan. 7, 2023.

2023-01-10

Annual Water Cube Cup Chinese song contest concludes in Beijing

The award ceremony for the 2022 "Cultures of China: Water Cube Cup" Chinese Song Contest was held at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on Sept. 13.

2022-09-19

Water Cube and Ice Ribbon light up blue for autistic children

The National Aquatics Center (NAC), otherwise known as the Water Cube, will turn on its symbolic blue-color lights on April 2 to mark the annual World Autism Awareness Day.

2021-04-01

Water Cube's charity campaign

This year marks the tenth year of "Light It Up Blue," an ongoing charity campaign to raise awareness about autism. From 2011 to 2015, the National Aquatics Center held consecutive exhibitions displaying paintings by children with autism.

2021-01-11

Water Cube hosts event to raise autism awareness

The 12th World Autism Awareness Day was marked at the National Aquatics Center in Beijing on April 2, by lighting up the architectural landmark at night in blue.

2019-04-03

Water Cube holds forum on its Olympic experience

A forum was held at the Water Cube, also known as the National Aquatics Center, in Beijing on Sept. 10. Organizers shared how they are preparing the venue for the Winter Olympic Games and using it to promote the Olympic spirit.

2018-09-13