Published: 16:45, September 18, 2025
National Games: 50 days to go
By Wang Zhan in Hong Kong
A rehearsal for the opening ceremony of the 15th National Games is held in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province, Sept 18, 2025. (PARKER ZHENG / CHINA DAILY)

With just 50 days remaining until the 15th National Games, rehearsals are now in full swing.

The preparations are divided into two parts: Ceremonial segments and artistic performances. 

Since Sept 1, rehearsals for the artistic performances have moved from outdoor spaces to indoor sessions at the main venue, according to event organizers.

Meanwhile, the first phase of outdoor rehearsals for the ceremonial segments has been successfully completed. Beginning this Friday, the rehearsals will also transition to the main venue, marking the final sprint in the preparations for the opening ceremony.

Co-hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, the National Games will be held from November 9 to 21.

China Daily's Parker Zheng took the photos on Thursday.