TGIF: Women's Wellness + Empowerment Weekend, Forbidden City Scavenger Hunt, JISE
The weekend is here! Time for fun, relaxation, and recharging the ol' batteries ahead of *gulp* Monday morning's alarm clock. Luckily enough, there’s plenty of fun stuff to keep you occupied over the weekend that doesn't necessarily involve getting blitzed. Our weekend roundup offers you some of the best.
Oct 24-25: 2020 JingKids International School Expo
With over 70 international schools in attendance, educational forums hosted by both parents and experts, activities for burgeoning student entrepreneurs, and much much more, don’t miss the Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) 2020, Oct 24-25 at Beijing Renaissance Capital Hotel. Attendance is free for all prospective parents, family members, and students. It’s the perfect opportunity to really get to know schools on a one-on-one basis before making important decisions about your child’s education. Click here to register in advance to attend this year’s JISE. Free. 9am-6pm. Renaissance Capital Beijing Hotel
Oct 24: Forbidden City Scavenger Hunt
The Forbidden City was completed in 1420 and by some miracle of construction is still standing as one of Beijing’s most iconic buildings 600 years later. To mark this momentous anniversary, Beijing Postcards has organized a scavenger hunt that will help you answer such questions as: What was it like working in the Palace? How did the Ming and Qing dynasties rule differently? Why is the most precious treasure no longer in the Palace? How did the emperors communicate with the world outside? And last but not least, how has the imperial way of ruling affected the mindset of modern Chinese society today? RMB 380. 9am-1pm. The Forbidden City.
Oct 24: Long Hu – Comedian in Heels
Join Comedy Club China for a night with one of Beijing’s longest-standing English-language comics, Nick “Long Hu, Comedian in Heels” Cheng at Lenore’s Bar off Xindong Lu. The event will be hosted by Mr. G, with supporting acts Alex Shi and Gavin Li. RMB 120. 8-10pm. Lenore’s Bar
Oct 24: 2020 Nu Women Empowerment Summit
In honor of the 25th anniversary of the UN Beijing Declaration and Platform for action, Nu Women is holding a visionary women's empowerment summit in the same city as that historic event. Enjoy a series of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops hosted by women from across a range of communities and organizations in Beijing. Find out more about the summit agenda and speakers here. RMB 1,500 (RMB 1,250 advance). 10am-6pm. Hotel Jen Beijing
Oct 25: Tattoo Master Ink Festival
Beer and tattoos can be a dangerous combination but under the watchful eye of the 15 top tattoo artists at Beersmith’s Tattoo Master Ink Festival, you can be assured that you won’t make any lifelong mistakes. During the event, there will be tattoo competitions with trophies and a skateboard design competition, plus you have the option to pay RMB 300 for a 5cm x 5cm tattoo. Pints of beer will be at happy hour prices (RMB 35) all day. Free. 1-11pm. Beersmith Gastropub
Oct 25: Pink Party! A women's wellness event
Calling all Beijing women: if you’ve been craving some me time, and a chance to connect with other like-minded moms and ladies here in Beijing, then this is the event for you. There will be workout and dance sessions, a healthcare presentation from United Family Healthcare’s Dr. Tian, a mini-market with plenty of local vendors, and a lucky draw with great prizes. This is a charity event and all proceeds will go towards breast cancer awareness. RMB 100. 10am-1.30pm. Chez Soi
Images: Conscious Design (via Unsplash), courtesy of the organizers
