Going back to work or school after a long holiday weekend can be challenging, but it doesn’t mean the fun has to end with the holiday. There are quite a few super fun family-friendly events happening in the next few days here in the capital that are worth checking out:
Chaoyang KaiWen Academy Open House
Chaoyang KaiWen Academy sincerely invites parents to participate in a face-to-face talk in on May 4 with the principals to fully understand KaiWen’s teaching philosophy, curriculum settings, and school environment, and to learn more about the future of international education.
Where: 46 Baoquansan Jie, Chaoyang District
When: May 4, 2pm
Price: Free
Summer Palace May Holiday Picnic
Celebrate Labor Day with your little ones at a fun spring outing at Yiheyuan, aka the Summer Palace. There will be kites, games, and lots of fun activities for kids and adults alike. Scan the QR code on the poster to register.
Where: Summer Palace
When: May 3, 6am-8pm
Price: RMB 598
Children’s Art Class With Maria Kuzikova
Join Maria this Saturday at East Gate Plaza and let your kid get creative while making art. The theme for this session is “Pop Art Monkey.” The price for one session is RMB 150. Sign up by scanning the QR code below:
Where: 30/F, East Gate Plaza
When: May 6, 10.30am-noon
Price: RMB 150/kid
Cooking Classes for Kids at EAST
Cooking classes for kids are available every Saturday and Sunday at EAST Beijing. In May, kids will learn how to make sushi. Price is RMB 188/kid and includes one glass of fresh juice. For bookings and reservation, add: EBJ-RB
Where: 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-2pm
Price: RMB 188/kid (sushi making), yearly packages available
The 25th Preschool Tools & Kindergarten Supplies Exhibition
If you’re an educator looking for teaching supplies or a parent who simply needs stuff for their kid, you should be able to find everything you need at this year’s Preschool and Kindergarten Supplies Expo. BJKSE will be running from May 11 to May 13. For more info, visit http://www.bjkse.com/En/.
Where: China International Exhibition Center, 6 East Beisanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District
When: May 11-13
Price: Free
Wuyue Festival – German Camping, Food and Sports Day
The German Chamber of Commerce in China, North China will be hosting a new event on May 20 – the Wuyue Festival. There will be delicious German food, beer, fun family-friendly sports to play, an all-day charity flea market, pop-up stores, relaxing yoga, unique African fitness dance, and many more activities for everyone. You can bring your own picnic mat and even a tent to enjoy the sunshine and warm breeze in May!
For more info and to purchase tickets, please contact: chamber-north-events@china.ahk.de.
Children under 12 years old are free of charge. Tickets are required for those 12 years old and older.
Where: Dongfeng International Sports Park, Chaoyang District
When: May 20
Price: RMB 15/person; RMB 68/person (entrance+food)
CISB International Fair
CISB International Fair will take place on May 13 from 10am until 3pm. The International Fair is a celebration of the diverse cultures of the school, and families are welcome to join.
The event will feature a variety of food, games, music, and performances from all around the world. Please know that that will be a variety of vendors providing services. This is a great opportunity for families to come together and learn about different cultures and traditions. For more information, and to register, please scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: 38 Lianmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District
When: May 13, 10am-3pm
Price: Free
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
