Let’s dive into this week’s collection of fun family-friendly events right here in Beijing.
As always, click the link in the event title or scan the QR codes for further details and ticketing info.
Sat, Jun 5
As part of the inaugural American Literature Festival, there will be two special Children’s Reading Corner events, right here in Beijing. The first takes place this Saturday, and the focus is on Braille: a 12-year-old international Braille reading champion will read two beloved American children’s books, Stellaluna by Janell Cannon and The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf. Following the reading, young children, their parents, and educators can enjoy an introduction to both traditional and electronic Braille technology. Spaces are limited, and preregistration is required. For more info about the festival, as well as the Jun 15 Diversity and Inclusion in Young Adult Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature event for teens, click here.
11am. Beijing American Center. Free.
This Saturday, Roundabout is hosting a huge day of fun and fundraising, with their Art for Compassion charity bazaar and family-fun day. From 11am, check out a range of live music and arts performances, a parent-and-child fashion show, DIY fashion design workshop, loads of fun outdoor games and activities, and tasty wares from plenty of local vendors. All proceeds from the day will be used to help underprivileged children at the Shangzhuang Center School in Laiyuan County, Heibei.
11am-5pm. Euro Plaza. Free.
Astro World: Exit Tourism by CISB
Get ready to shoot into another world… at the Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB). “Astro World: Exit Tourism” art exhibition. Launching this weekend, it will feature works of art by current and former CISB students. The exhibition will be held at the KUN Gallery in Solana and runs until Jun 26, so there’s plenty of time to get down and check it out.
2.30pm, until Jun 26. KUN Gallery in Solana. Free.
Sun, Jun 6
It’s kilts and haggis all around this Sunday at the Highland Games – a brilliant, centuries-old Scottish tradition that brings together the whole community for sporting competitions (including, of course, the famous tug-o-war), children’s games, multiple ceilidh Scottish folk dancing sessions, and loads of delicious Scottish food and drinks. Proudly hosted by BritCham and the Beijing Scottish Society, the Games are terrific fun for the whole family, so don’t miss out!
11am-6pm. Dongfeng International Sports Park. RMB 50 for children, RMB 100 for adults, RMB 220/family of three, RMB 260/family of four.
In the lead up to this year’s Dragon Boat Festival (Jun 14), Jing-A is organizing another of their very popular Pint-Sized Parties for kids. Hosted by local artist and children’s art educator Blanca Rosa, this will be a very fun and special Sunday afternoon indeed. The event is open to kids 3-8, who can sign up for one of two 45-minute art sessions. Registration is required in advance, ph 010 8400 1058.
11.30am-12.15pm and 12.30pm-1.15pm. Jing-A Taproom Longfusi. RMB 100 per child.
Save the Date…
Dragon Boat Festival is just around the corner… and on Jun 14 the whole family can get in on the fun at the Row Your Own Dragon Boat event.
This weekend is the first of two Children’s Reading Corner events as part of the inaugural American Literature Festival, so save the date for the second one: Jun 26.
Last weekend, Qianmen Kitchen hosted a Junior Chef Cupcake Cooking Class, and it was such a hit they’ve got another one lined up for Jun 27. Don’t miss out!
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Images: courtesy of the event organizers
