Beijing's Best Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Feb 20-24
Our Events Watch series aims to highlight happenings that aren't focused on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more educational or productive approach. Events include comedy, talks, networking events, markets, and dinners.
Tuesday, Feb 20
"My" Jiaozi Party
Jiaozi is a true friend. They never judge, always listen, are available all-year-round but gain special significance over the Spring Festival. Café Zarah is throwing a funky jiaozi party where rules are to be broken. If that's what you want that is. First off, there's a dumpling-making workshop where you can stuff them with anything your heart desires and then party with a DJ whose only will is to continue to entertain those who are still able to dance after an all-you-can-eat dumpling-fest. 6pm. RMB 108 (RSVP needed). Café Zarah
Wednesday, Feb 21
Kazakh Folk Music
Folk may just be the most warming and cozy genre since regardless of where it comes from everyone will always seek out a piece of their own. Guitarist and singer from Kazakhstan Dan Ke Nuerlan will be sharing his local songs, that have long been influenced by Xinjiang motives and the other way around. The singer mixes the two traditions and plays Spanish Flamenco guitar to explore further. 9:30pm. RMB 50-60. Jianghu Bar.
Thursday, Feb 22
Exhibition: Access Through A Detour
Artists say that the detour is not the same as losing the art work's intention, but instead it is like seeing the details less visible from the first look. Variety of media is presented in this exhibition, from video and photography to sculptures and installations. Visitors may recognize the familiar pop culture patterns explored in a different light and setting. 10.30-6.30pm (Except Mondays). Free. Magician Space.
Friday, Feb 23
Un Reve Francais: Nineteenth-Century Parisian Art
Europe has seen Salon art devoured and then challenged and finally taken off the pedestal. The National Museum invites the visitors to re-visit the ideas of enlightenment and grace, with Neo-classical art pieces from Paris. The artworks on display range from the French Revolution to The First World War. 9-5pm. From RMB20. The National Museum of China.
Saturday, Feb 24
'In the Heat of the Sun' Screening
The coming-of-age story that instead of portraying young love as innocent and cute, puts it in frames of impulse and confusion. The film follows a teenage boy Ma who grows up in Beijing during the Cultural Revolution. Enjoying complete freedom to roam the city while their parents are working for the country, Ma and his friends get involved in daily adventures and torturing love story. Filled with a nostalgic look on adolescence and beautiful domestic Beijing scenes the movie will bring warmth to those who are staying over the hybernating city winter. 8pm. Free. Camera Stylo.
