This spring, MBL brings Traces of Spring to London, showcasing paintings by Daniel Lee and his students. From 6 April to 3 July, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a gentle dialogue between Eastern aesthetics and the atmosphere of an English spring. The opening event will take place at 16:00 on 25 April.

Bringing together lion and dragon dances, hands-on traditional arts, ethnic costume experiences and author talks, this vibrant Chinese New Year Family Cultural Day at Charing Cross Library welcomed over 1,000 participants and celebrated cross-cultural connection in an open, family-friendly setting.

Featuring sixteen traditional children’s costumes from diverse Chinese ethnic groups, this exhibition at Charing Cross Library (26 January–30 March 2026) forms part of the 2025–2026 MBL × CCL cross-cultural arts programme, celebrating heritage, childhood, and cultural continuity through the language of dress.

Featuring 85 artworks by young artists from around the world, this exhibition continues at Charing Cross Library (Oct 2025–Jan 2026) as part of the MBL × CCL Art & Culture Exhibition Series, celebrating inclusion, creativity, and cross-cultural connection.

10:00 am, 30 November 2025

Taking place on at SOAS University of London, this year’s competition especially welcomes non-Chinese students in the UK, offering them the chance to recite in both English and Chinese, showcase their bilingual skills, and explore cross-cultural understanding. Organised by MBL with Capital Class UK School and education partners, the event provides a meaningful platform for young people to build confidence, share creativity, and celebrate language and culture.

17 November 2024

Held at SOAS University of London, the 3rd UK English–Chinese Bilingual Recitation Competition featured online video submissions and live performances, including a special showcase in Oxford. Alongside the contest, free public speaking workshops helped participants build skills and confidence. The event provided a dynamic stage for young people to celebrate language, culture, and creativity.

19 November 2023

At SOAS University of London, 36 students aged 6–18 competed in the finals of the 2nd UK English–Chinese Bilingual Recitation Competition, each presenting works in both English and Chinese. Supported by over 40 MBL volunteers, the event was co-organised with cultural and educational partners, aiming to showcase bilingual talent, inspire creativity, and foster mutual understanding between China and the UK. A distinguished panel of twelve judges from literature, education, and media underscored the competition’s commitment to excellence and cultural exchange.

27 November 2022

At China Exchange, London, the inaugural UK English–Chinese Bilingual Recitation Competition brought together 20 finalists from across the country after months of training and preliminary rounds. Organised by MBL, Fusion Education (FES), and KYX International, the event showcased young people’s talents through English and Chinese recitations, judged by leading cultural figures. Despite delays caused by the pandemic, the competition came to life with wide support from volunteers, schools, and the community, establishing what is now an annual celebration of bilingual learning and cultural exchange.

When: 14:00-16:00 6/12/2025

Where: Hall, St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 4JJ

A New Year charity reception bringing together books, art and collecting, featuring a special auction of donated artworks and publications. All proceeds support MBL’s programmes in education, cultural exchange and vulnerable-children initiatives, while highlighting the richness of British Chinese cultural contributions within the historic setting of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

When: 14:00-16:00 25/10/2025

Where: 86 Bedminster Parade, Bristol BS3 4ML

Explore the century-long journey of Chinese immigrants in Britain through film, history, and storytelling at “Floating Chronicles: A Century Through Lens” in Bristol. Featuring expert speakers and award-winning filmmakers, the event reflects on identity, memory, and cultural heritage—where the past meets the present in powerful dialogue.

When: 14:00-17:00 16/8/2025

Where: G10, Henley Business School, University of Reading

The Mothers’ Bridge of Love (MBL) and Reading Academy will co-host a special Haha! Britain in-person event at the University of Reading’s Henley Business School. Four distinguished speakers — Tang Yinshan, Zhao Xiao, He Yue, and Xinran — will explore themes of cultural exchange and integration between East and West, from philosophy and history to social commentary. Highlights include a book giveaway, networking, and lively dialogue between speakers and attendees.

When: 14:00-17:00 21/6/2025

Where: Royal Over-Seas League, 6 Park Place, London SW1A 1LR

This Haha! Britain special event brings together two acclaimed Chinese artists, Zhang Huaicun and Qu Leilei, for a rare dialogue on cross-cultural creativity. Set in the elegant Royal Over-Seas League during the height of the British summer, the session explores how Eastern aesthetics meet Western contemporary art — and how artists find their voice between cultures. A must-attend for art students, practitioners, and enthusiasts alike.Description goes here

When: 14:00-17:00 17/5/2025

Where: Lucia Windsor Room, Newnham College, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DF

As we mark over 20 years of dedication by The Mothers’ Bridge of Love (MBL) and River Cam Breeze, this special Haha! Britain event in Cambridge invites us to pause and reflect on the lived experiences, identities, and cultural dialogues of Chinese communities in the UK.

When: 15/3/2025

Where: Pigott Theatre, The British Library, 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB

On March 15, 2025, the bilingual book launch of Haha! Britain was successfully held at the British Library’s Pigott Theatre, bringing together writers, scholars, and readers to celebrate the voices and experiences of the British Chinese community.