TGIF: Make the Most of Your Weekend With These Killer Activities
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 TGIF roundup offers you some of the best.
UCCA X TOUCH Contact Improvisation Workshop
Created in the early 1970s, Contact Improvisation is a kind of free-flow dance form that could be described as a flowing conversation through physical contact. Inspired by Japanese Aikido, Zen Buddhist practices, gymnastics, and Tai Chi, fans of the form say that it can heal participants’ fear of their bodies and encourage emotional openness towards themselves and others. On Sep 28, the UCCA Center for Contemporary Art invites renowned choreographer and performer Ulli Wittemann to present a two-hour Contact Improvisation workshop. RMB 220 (Sign up here). 4-6pm. UCCA
Short movie screening at Goethe Institute China
Goethe Institute China is featuring a collection of short films that shed meaningful light on the relationship between the older and younger generations. The movies range from works by emerging directors from a wide variety of different countries, and award-winners from Leipzig International Documentary and Short Film Festival. All the movies are provided with Chinese and English subtitles. The screening lasts from Sep 27 to 29. Click here for a full schedule. Free with limited seats. 1-8.25pm. Goethe Institute China
Biking, Boating, and Fun at Tongzhou Grand Canal
The Grand Canal sits around 30km from the city center but is easily accessible via public transportation. It houses a multifunctional park that provides everything from an amusement park, numerous scenic sites, forests, and a well-marked and well-maintained walkway that is great for both cycling and jogging. For more information about how to get out there, read our full review here.
While away an afternoon at a rooftop bar or café
If you don’t think that fall is the best season to be in Beijing then a meal or a drink on one of these under-appreciated terraces is sure to change your mind. There are plenty of venues that hidden around the city that have great foods, drinks, and an amazing view. Check our five top picks here.
Watch the Rugby World Cup 2019
From now until the final on Nov 2, numerous sports bars around the city will be broadcasting the Rugby World Cup 2019 games so you can get together with fellow rugby fans to cheer your team on to victory. Click here for our roundup of where to watch and where has great deals. Free entry. Various venues
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