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Sep 20, 2024

Events and Happenings in the ‘Jing This Weekend (Sep 20-22)

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well here's some inspiration!

Sep 20, 2024

Dive Into the 2024 Beijing International Canal Arts Fest, Oct 2-4

From Oct 2 to Oct 4, head to Funstown for a feast of art, music, food, and culture!

Sep 19, 2024

Drink & Dining Deals for a Thumping Thursday

It's Thursday, which means it's time to get thirsty and let the night get thumping, preferably with some good drink and dining deals.

Sep 18, 2024

Auditions Open for A Christmas Carol: Unwrapped

A Christmas Carol is getting a modern adaptation and here's how you can try out for the cast!

Sep 17, 2024

Chinese Folklore Special: Mid-Autumn Festival Stories

Today is the start of Mid-Autumn festival. But what's it all about?

Sep 16, 2024

Visit Here: The Working People's Cultural Palace

The Cultural Palace is one of many places in Beijing that, while it often goes overlooked, is definitely worth experiencing.

Sep 15, 2024

Places to Eat & Drink on Hongxing Hutong

This little street near Dongdan and the Forbidden City has some nice options for snacking and beverages.

Sep 14, 2024

Get Your Negroni Week Fix at These Beijing Bars

Happening Sep 16-22, Negroni Week is a celebration of one of the world's best cocktails, and it's all for a good cause.

Sep 13, 2024

Belt & Road Food Fest FAQs & Getting to Langyuan Station

Everything you need to know about the upcoming Belt & Road Food Fest!

Sep 13, 2024

Try These Brewtiful Beers This Weekend & Beyond

A rundown of three beer happenings for the coming three-day weekend.

Sep 12, 2024

These Are Beijing’s Busiest Subway Transfer Stations

These are five of Beijing's busiest subway transfer stations – ones you should avoid like the plague during rush hour.

Sep 12, 2024

77 Events in the 'Jing Over the Mid-Autumn Holiday (Sep 13-17)

Haven’t made plans for the Mid-Autumn holiday yet? Well here's some inspiration!

Sep 11, 2024

Explore the Diverse Market Vendors at the Belt & Road Food Fest

From cute plushies to African artwork to ornate Kashmir scarves, there are some great goodies up for grabs.

Sep 11, 2024

G.I.F.T.: Cultivating Mindfulness Through Nature and Photography

G.I.F.T. (Growth Inspiration Fun Together) activities offer participants a chance to take a step back and appreciate the moment.

Sep 10, 2024

Connect to Employers & More at This Intl. Recruitment Fair

The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei International Young Talents Matchmaking Conference on Sep 14 is the place to be if you're looking for a job in Beijing and...

Sep 10, 2024

Nugget Makes a (Brief) Return with Nugchella 2024!

Beloved nugget records strike again in Beijing with exciting music.

Sep 09, 2024

The Remaining Food & Drink Vendors at the Belt & Road Food Fest

We've got even more global foodie delights in store!

Five Things You Should Definitely Do Over Mid-Autumn Break

Sep 09, 2024

A Few Things You Should Definitely Do Over Mid-Autumn Break

Some things to look forward to (and to sign up for today!) for the coming holiday.

Sep 08, 2024

Take the Subway and See: Yuanmingyuan, the Old Summer Palace

Want to explore far-flung places around Beijing without booking a trip to do so? Just hop on the subway and go!

A Solution to Drinking in Beijing: Alcoholics Anonymous

Sep 07, 2024

A Solution to Addiction in Beijing: Alcoholics Anonymous

The Beijing chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous has been helping those struggling with drinking to get on their feet in the capital since the 1980s.

Sep 06, 2024

East Meets West: The Belt & Road Food Fest Vendors Pt.1

Take your taste buds on a journey around the world at the Belt & Road Food Fest.

Sep 05, 2024

Get a Taste of Africa at These Beijing Restaurants

You can find the cuisines of North, South, East, and West Africa in the capital at these fantastic restaurants.

Sep 05, 2024

Events and Happenings in the ‘Jing This Weekend (Sep 6-8)

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well here's some inspiration!

Sep 04, 2024

All the Banging Entertainment at the Belt & Road Food Fest 2024

From live bands to interactive dancing to DJs, we've got a jam-packed three days of entertainment for you!

Sep 04, 2024

Dining & Drink Deals for a Wonderful Wednesday

Following on the heels of Tuesday, it's Wednesday, the middle of the week, the hump day, and a good day for some food and drink specials.

Sep 03, 2024

Taste Global & Chinese Delights at This Big Food Fest, Sep 6-8

Food from all over the world and China is at your fingertips at the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Foreign Talents Food Fest!

Sep 03, 2024

Beijing’s Most Spec-taco-lar Taco Tuesday Deals

It's every taco lover's favorite day of the week! Here are a few deals around town to try out.

Sep 02, 2024

Mandarin Monday: Hit the Road With These Street Terms

Learn the difference between hutong, xiang, tiao, and other words for the streets, alleys, and lanes of Beijing with this guide.

Fancy Yourself a Quizard? A Look at Beijing’s Quiz Nights