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.
Friday, Feb 26
Hosted in the UK, this fun online art class will guide kids through the process of painting a cute and cuddly hare, the distant relative of the rabbit. The artist tutor will demonstrate the techniques step by step and also share knowledge about this special woodland animal. A sweet, soothing way to conclude the week.
7-7.30pm Beijing time. Online. RMB 82 (£8.98)
Saturday, Feb 27
There’s no Lantern Festival without tangyuan! And this Saturday, Black Sesame Kitchen is celebrating with a family-friendly party. As well as learning how to make the tasty dessert, Courtyard Institute teachers will be leading lantern-making sessions, and children are invited to play and dragon dance in the courtyard. Lunch is included in the price of admission and a cash bar will be available for drinks.
11am – 4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen. RMB 298 for 1 child and 1 adult.
Beijing’s Imperial Sweets Making
Another beloved local institution renowned for their fantastic cooking classes, this Saturday The Hutong is devoting a whole afternoon to sweet treats! While you won’t see a lot of cheesecake, chocolate truffle, or lemon tart on a traditional dessert menu, Beijing does has its own host of traditional sweet dishes, and they are just as delicious and varied as the rest of the capital’s cuisine. Come along to the class with your kiddos and you’ll learn both how to make them, and all the stories and traditions behind each one.
2.30-5.30pm. The Hutong. RMB 350.
Capoeira Kids Classes: Creativity, Movement, and Music
Let your little ones burn off some weekend energy at a high energy martial arts class that combines combat, dance, and acrobatics. Caopoeira of course! Each Saturday at Warrior One studio, kids learn all about the Afro-Brazilian martial art, develop strength and flexibility, and basically have a great time. The first class is free, so your kid can give it a try with no commitment.
4-5pm. Warrior One. First class is free.
Here’s one specifically for moms-to-be: a prenatal yoga course with experienced Taozi Tree teacher Lainy. This Saturday is the first of the 4-week course, which will guide moms through gentle Vinyasa flow yoga with plenty of space for modifications and rest.
12.15-1.30pm. Taozi Tree Yoga Studio. RMB 600 for 4 weeks.
At this fun art event at Jen Hotel, parents team up with their little ones to learn about celebrated modern artists and their works. The subject of this one? The weirdly wonderful Salvadore Dali! KUN Learn’s art teachers will take kids into the creative mind of Spanish surrealist, learning about his unusual paintings and sculptures, and finish the session by guiding the kids as they use using clay, cloth and metal to create their own Clock Sculpture.
2.30-5.30pm. Hotel Jen. RMB 449-699.
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Images: courtesy of the event organizers; Pexels
