The weather is heating up in Beijing, and with summer quickly sneaking up on us, it’s the perfect time for enjoying some fun time out with the fam. From kids’ plays and summer fairs to Highland Games and the Juicy Burger Fest, there will be lots of options to choose from if you’re looking for some exciting things to do.
Shaun the Sheep at Tianqiao Performing Arts Center
The British animation stage show “Shaun the Sheep” is licensed by Aardman Animation and co-produced by Nick Parker (writer and artistic supervisor) and Richard Starzak (director and technical director) from the UK, as well as the renowned director of Beijing Hand in Hand Children’s Theatre Company. The play, which has been performed over 200 times since 2016 and toured in nearly 60 cities in China, has won everyone’s hearts with its British humor throughout and its light-hearted and lively musical style, making it a family-friendly play for children and the whole family. The play is a 2018 performance award program of the Beijing Culture and Art Fund. For tickets, click on the link: https://www.247tickets.com/t/shaun-the-sheep-bj .
Where: Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre Studio Theatre
When: May 31, 7.30pm; Jun 1, 10.30am, 2.30pm, 7.30pm
Price: RMB 80/180/280
Children’s Day Activity at Euro Plaza
Celebrate Children’s Day as a family and give your child an unforgettable experience by participating in this specially planned event at Euro Plaza. The event will include a Michelin Dessert Creative display experience, Children’s Day exclusive parent and child set menu, free photos or a surprise gift. This event is limited to fifteen families.
Where: Shunyi Euro Plaza, Room L103A, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhou Town, Shunyi District
When: May 31 and June 1, 4pm-7pm
Price: RMB 399, RMB 599
BSB Shunyi Summer Fair
Join the British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi Summer Fair on Jun 1, 3.30pm-6 30pm. Bring your friends and family along, it’s open to the whole community! There will be food and drinks from local vendors, fun games, water park activities, bouncy castles, indoor/outdoor shopping and fabulous musical performances! Try your luck at the Lucky Draw; there are many great prizes to be won.
The designated charity for this event is Dew Drops. Their mission is “to build a new life for at risk children born with medical needs from orphanages and improvised families.” We are proud that our community can contribute to making a difference in the life of those in need. Scan the QR code to buy your tickets.
Where: BSB Shunyi, South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Jun 1, 3.30pm-6.30pm
Price: RMB 10/person (will be donated to Dew Drops)
Little Chefs, Big Flavors: DIY Food Crafting for kids
Join the fun at Punjabi Restaurant this Children’s Day – it will be fun, it will be delicious and it will be rewarding. Kids will get to make some yummy Indian/South Asian food and enjoy a lunch buffet. The event is suitable for kids 4-12 years old. Scan the QR code to sign up. Registration deadline is May 30.
Where: Punjabi Indian Bangladeshi Restaurant 1-30 Lucky Street, Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District
When: June 1, 11am-2pm
Price: RMB 158/kid, RMB 100/lunch buffet for parents
Highland Games 2024
Beijing’s annual festival of Scottish culture is back on June 2 with a new venue, new competitions, and many more of your favorite vendors from Beijing and beyond. Join BritCham and the Scottish Government for ceilidhs, whisky tasting, five-a-side football, and the all-important tug of war competition. With plenty of space for picnics and lots on for all ages, it’s the ideal family day out.
Where: Dulwich College
89 Jichang Lu, Shunyi District
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When: Jun 2, 11am-6pm
Price: RMB 220/adult, RMB 120/child, RMB 480/family of three (two adults + one child), RMB 580/family of four (two adults + two children), kids under 3 get in for free
Juicy Burger Fest 2024
Get ready to sink your teeth into the juiciest event of the summer! Juicy Burger Fest is back, and it’s bigger and tastier than ever!
Juicy Burger Fest 2024 will be hitting Beijing over the Dragon Boat holiday (Jun 8-10) from 11am until 9pm each day, so clear your schedule and loosen those belts! Brought to you by Heinz Selection, the fest will be taking place at XIDIANJIYI Funs Town Creative Town, aka the same spot as last year’s Juicy Burger Fest.
We’ll have 40+ vendors from the best burger joints from around the city serving up mouthwatering creations that will satisfy every craving. There will be everything from classic beefy goodness to some wildly creative concoctions that might just blow your buns off, plus vegetarian and vegan delights that even carnivores will crave!
To pair with your burgers there will be plenty of craft beer, cocktails, alcoholic slushies, wine and a whole range of non-alcoholic offerings for nondrinkers and kids too.
But wait, there’s more! Not only will you be feasting on fantastic food, but there will also be loads of activities including games and contests, live music, dancing and activities for the little ones, making this a truly family-friendly fiesta. The venue is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends to join in the fun too!
Call for Vendors
If you’re a burger purveyor and are interested in joining us for the festival, contact Irene Yan via email (ireneyan@truerun.com) for booth information, or ask TBJHelper (WeChat ID: tbjhelper) to connect you with her.
Where: XIDIANJIYI Funs Town, 18 Fangjiacun, Gaobeidian, Chaoyang District
When: June 8-10, 11am-9pm
Price: RMB 25/person (early bird), RMB 168/person (VIP), RMB 30/person (on-site)
Roundabout Book Fair at ISB
Donate the books you don’t need anymore, and buy some “new” second-hand books at the Roundabout’s Book Fair. All proceeds will be used to support children in need. Do your part and help those who need it.
Where: 10 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Jun 8, 10am-3pm (open to public), Jun 11-14, 8am-4.40pm (for school community only)
Price: Free
World Expat Health Day
Join us for World Expat Health Day!
Fun science experiments for kids, exciting games, tasty food, health-care products, raffle prizes, blood drive, medical consults, health panels, mental health exercises, and more! Don’t miss out! Scan the code to sign up!
Where: Jinshang Yuan, Garden Theater, 20 Xinyuanli Xi, Chaoyang District
When: Jun 9, 10am-6pm
Price: Free
If you’re looking for a kindergarten or school for your kid, this is the open house happening in the next two weeks:
AISB Montessori Elementary Class Open Day
Join for an exclusive opportunity to experience the enriching environment of AISB Montessori Elementary School during their open day event. Discover the unique approach to education that nurtures independence, creativity, and a love for learning in every child.
During the open day, parents and guardians will have the chance to tour the school’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the specially designed Montessori classrooms equipped with engaging learning materials. You’ll gain insights into the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, which is tailored to meet the developmental needs of elementary-aged children.
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
