Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the upcoming "May Day" holiday in Chongqing, where the Yuzhong District is leveraging "first-release economy" to host a series of international and domestic brand exhibitions, creative theme shows, and immersive experiences, aiming to create a cultural and consumption boom in the city [1]. Group 1: Major Exhibitions and Events - The "teamLab FuturePark" exhibition, recognized as one of the "Top 10 Must-See Exhibitions Worldwide," will debut in Chongqing at the Metropolitan Oriental Plaza, showcasing interactive digital art experiences [1]. - The "Digimon: Forever Youth" immersive theme exhibition at Longfor Chongqing Times Square features nostalgic elements, including original artwork and iconic scenes from the series, appealing to fans of the franchise [3][4]. - Various unique exhibitions are being held in Yuzhong, such as the "Spring Echo" themed exhibition curated by Chen Tianci, which showcases rare personal artifacts of the literary icon San Mao [5]. Group 2: Local Cultural Expressions and Innovations - The "Xumi Country" photography exhibition by local artist Dai Xiaobing presents over 70 previously unopened caves of the Dazu Rock Carvings, emphasizing the cultural heritage of Chongqing [5]. - The "ROLLIN' WILD" exhibition introduces a large-scale IP exhibit and themed amusement areas, aiming to convert virtual traffic into physical consumption [5]. - The "Chongqing Boy" participatory exhibition explores the local spirit through interactive and co-creative experiences, blending modern and traditional cultural elements [5]. Group 3: Brand Launches and Fashion Events - Several brand launches are scheduled around the "May Day" holiday, including a fashion show by Chongqing Department Store in collaboration with Bi Yin Le Fen, and exclusive product releases from Air Jordan and other brands [6]. - The Chongqing business committee emphasizes that these first releases and exhibitions not only enhance consumer experiences but also contribute to the upgrade of shopping districts and the quality of consumption [6].

北京艺博会将于5月22日至25日在农业展览馆举行，以"凹凸"为主题，汇聚全球12个国家的32个城市121家参展机 构，展示艺术多样性，并与北京国际设计周等合作发起"北京艺术季"。 5月的北京又将进入一年一度的艺术季，迎接属于春天的艺术盛会。 5月22日至25日，2025北京当代·艺术博览会（下称"北京艺博会"）将在全国农业展览馆11号馆启幕，今年的北京 艺博会将与北京国际设计周、画廊周北京、ART021 BEIJING、北京国际时装周等伙伴携手，联合发起并构建"北 京艺术季"，让5月的北京成为全球艺术日历上重要的目的地。 北京作为中国当代艺术重镇，见证了当代艺术的迅速发展。北京当代·艺术博览会艺术总监鲍栋想起2006年，托马 斯·弗里德曼写的《世界是平的》非常畅销，"那时我们面对的是一个崭新的全球化图景，这几年世界好像没那么 平了，甚至有点不太平。艺术实际上从来都不是'平'的，因为艺术永远和艺术家的个人经验、观众所面对的经验 有关，艺术是凹凸起伏的，所以我们今年的主题叫做'凹凸'。在中国经济高速发展的几十年里，中国当代艺术迎 来第一波市场红利，这波红利我们至今还在享受"。 今年，在两万平米的空间内，将有121 ...