Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Jun 25-30
For once, we stop focusing on alcohol and drinking, and instead take a more productive look at what's going on around Beijing. Here is our top pick of this week's events that won't leave you hungover...
Tuesday, Jun 25
Comedy Night
Every Tuesday is comedy night at Dongzhimen Irish pub Paddy O'Shea's. About a dozen joke tellers take to the stage for this weekly chuckle fest. It's a good way to have a laugh as an audience member, or hop onstage and give it a try (if you're feeling funny just sign up at the door). Free. 9pm. Paddy O'Shea's
Wednesday, Jun 26
Historian-Led Tour of the Forbidden City
Beijing Postcards' latest tour takes intrepid explorers through Beijing's most famous and sprawling palace, the Forbidden City. All the while, their knowledgeable guide will explain the palace's function over the 500 years in which it was the political center of China, right up until the last Emperor in 1924. RMB 350. 11am-3pm. Meet at Tiananmen West subway station, Exit B
Thursday, Jun 27
Investment Structuring and Its Risk Assessment
Lawyer Ashley Tian will speak at this seminar organized by Startup Grind, in which she'll describe how best to tap into variable interest entities (VIE), a popular vehicle for foreign investors looking to break into the Chinese market. Tian will also clarify how VIE work as well as the typical risks involved in this type of investment. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 1.30-4.30pm. Innoway
Friday, Jun 28
Fred Dufour's Photo Workshop
Starting Friday, L'Agence France-Presse (AFP) photographer Fred Dufour and Chinese media worker Patrick Wong will host this three-day workshop, which is "intended for photographers who want to focus on and enhance their visual storytelling abilities." Aside from training your lens and snapping pictures, renowned photojournalist Dufour will also share tips about portfolio presentation and packaging for those who want to snag professional assignments. Jun 28-30. RMB 2,500. Z Space
Saturday, Jun 29
Shuangjing Showdown 9
Fighters from Beijing's top combat sports gyms will go toe to toe in boxing, muay thai, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu this Saturday. There'll also be food and drink along with live entertainment from DJ Jamz, the Skyline dance team, and Sons of Thunder. RMB 99. 1-8pm. Hotel Jen
Sunday, Jun 30
A Relaxed Yoga Journey With Snow
Instructor Snow purports to take her yoga students on a relaxing journey where they can learn how to fight fatigue with various stretches and poses as well as ayurvedic principles, yoga asanas, chanting, and meditation. Suitable for all levels, the class is designed to help "teach you how to create your own stress-relieving exercise regime." RMB 450. 2-5pm. Yoga Yard
There are plenty more fun, exciting, and, should you want them, boozy events in our Events section here.
Images courtesy of the organizers
