Blog Tag - Temple Fairs
In the heart of Beijing’s vibrant cultural tapestry lies a time-honored tradition that beckons families to partake in the joyous festivities of the...
After a long hiatus due to the pandemic, temple fairs (春节庙会 Chūnjié Miàohuì), an integral part of the Chinese New Year holiday, have been reopened in...
[Updated: Jan 23, 4pm] We have confirmed that all Beijing temple fairs will be canceled due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
It’s almost Lunar...
[Updated: Jan 23, 4pm] We have confirmed that all Beijing temple fairs will be canceled due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
For Beijingers,...
Lunar New Year in Beijing: Dumplings, bad TV, a heady mix of alcohol and cheap explosives, and, of course, temple fairs. Depending on the last temple...
Lunar New Year in Beijing: Dumplings, bad TV, a heady mix of alcohol and cheap explosives, and, of course, temple fairs. Depending on the last temple...
Friday is the last big day of Spring Festival celebrations, at least as far as Beijing is concerned, so get out there and temple fair and firework...
For Beijingers, attending a miaohui (temple fair) comes second only to the family reunion dinner when it comes to Chinese New Year observances....
Oh, temple fairs. Every year they are the sole cause of the same dilemma: to go, or not to go. On one hand you want to learn something new and do...
We’re not fans of the phrase “Chinese New Year.” I mean, we’re in China, after all. If people call it Spring Festival and wish each other Happy New...
Temple fairs are one way to get a taste of the Spring Festival in Beijing. If you do not want to spend the whole week day-drinking and watching the...
Well, it's that time of year again when things go boom, baijiu challenges abound, and dumplings are generously steamed up with care. Despite many...
Happy Chinese New Year! With Spring Festival celebrations in full swing and Valentine’s Day just 24 hours away, there is more than enough going on...
If you've ever stayed in Beijing during the Spring Festival holiday, you know that it can be pretty nice. The streets are empty and there are a...
One of the best parts about staying in Beijing over Chinese New Year is the chance to attend the temple fairs. Food stalls serve up goodies from...