The Best Events Coming Our Way: Sep-Oct

The Beijinger | Sep 13, 2017 10:00 am | Add a comment | 1358 reads

What's Happening, which you can also find in the front of our Sep-Oct issue, rounds up some of the most notable events for the coming months.

Sep 16-17 - The Beijinger 2017 Pizza Fest
Grab a slice. Stuff your face. Repeat. That’s the not-so-secret recipe for satisfaction at this year’s Pizza Fest. Located at Wangjing Soho (11am-8pm both days), the event will feature at least 50 food, drink, and other vendors, along with performances from The Hunters, The Mac Daddies, and a sprinkling of DJs. Read all of our Pizza Cup coverage here.

Sep 16-24 - China Women’s Film Festival
The fifth edition of this socially conscious festival will feature screenings of short films, documentaries, and recent Hollywood hits with a focus on female directors, stars, and feminist themes. There’ll also be Q&As and forums related to women’s rights with participation from numerous Chinese and foreign filmmakers.

Oct 3-7 - Maybe Mars’ 10th Anniversary Showcase
Yugong Yishan, School Bar, and Yue Space host gigs to celebrate a decade of top-shelf indie-rock releases from one of the capital’s most beloved labels. Be prepared to pogo and mosh to Maybe Mars’ eclectic roster, including P.K. 14, Chui Wan, and Carsick Cars.

Oct 21 - Sino 10s Rugby Tournament
Organized by the Beijing Aardvarks Rugby Football Club, the fourth Sino 10s Rugby Tournament sees expat teams from across China descend upon Dulwich College in the Northern Capital for a family-friendly day of sport, food, and (of course) a few cheeky beers along the way.

Oct 28-29 - 11th Halloween Costume Party
Join our sister magazine beijingkids for a delightfully ghoulish Halloween extravaganza at the Canadian International School of Beijing. Expect a mixed bag of tricks and treats that will surely possess you with all of the essential ingredients needed for a frenzied All Hallows' Eve suitable for the entire family.