Enjoy the best that Beijing has to offer this weekend. As always, click the link in the event title for further details and ticketing info.
Friday, Nov 13
Need to blow off some steam on Friday night? One of our favorite ways to enjoy family time together is to go bowling, and we recently rounded up some of our favorite alleys in the city. Most locations don’t require any advance reservation (although you may have to wait), and you’re sure to find a spot near you. Click here for all the details.
Saturday, Nov 14
Diwali Dhamaka at Punjabi Indian Restaurant
Diwali — also known as Deepavali and Divali — is here! The five-day Hindu festival of lights is one of the most popular festivals of the year, and celebrates “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.” Given the tough year we’ve all had, we think that the timing couldn’t be better. This Saturday, Punjabi Indian Restaurant and Cultural Center is celebrating with a DJ, dancing, a lucky draw, and, of course, an absolutely incredible feast.
7-10pm. Punjabi Indian Restaurant and Cultural Center. RMB 158 adults, RMB 80 kids.
Not to be outdone, 3 Color Lotus Indian Restaurant is also hosting a big celebration with a huge range of dishes, live entertainment, henna painting, dances, and other surprise activities that you’ll have to attend to discover.
6.30pm onwards. 3 Color Lotus Indian Restaurant. RMB 128 adults, RMB 80 kids.
Saturday Market at Riviera Country Club
Every Saturday, the verdant Riviera Country Club hosts a special Saturday Market, with plenty of food and drink, gift ideas, and a big bouncy castle for the kiddies.
11am-5pm. Riviera Country Club. Free
Sunday, Nov 15
Explore Ancient Villages in the Suburbs of Beijing
With the weather rapidly cooling down, there aren’t many weekends left to get out and comfortably explore the countryside. Take advantage of the spectacular fall colors with a self-guided trip out to the countryside this Sunday. We rounded up four of our favorite ancient villages on the doorstep of the city for you to explore with the whole family. Click here for all the info.
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