Mother’s Day has come and passed, and there’s another holiday right around the corner – May 20, or 520, is a holiday to celebrate love! Whether it’s love for your partner, your parents, your kids, or YOURSELF! Check out all the events happening around town.
If you’re a family of foodies, then there’s one event you just can’t miss this weekend – the Beijinger‘s first Taco Fest!
Taco Fest promises to be an unforgettable culinary experience, featuring a wide variety of tacos from some of the best local and international vendors. But Taco Fest isn’t just about the food. There will be live music, entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. Whether you’re a taco connoisseur or just looking for a fun day out with the family, you won’t want to miss this event.
BONUS: Kids get in free before 2pm on both days!
Find it:
Outdoor square at Tiantongyuan Culture and Art Center, Changping District
Time: May 20-21, 11am-8pm
Price: RMB 20. Scan the QR code in the poster to purchase tickets
TED x CISB Youth – Communication Beyond Words
Please contact Dr. Sajid or the receptionist at CISB to book your ticket.
Find it:
Main Campus: 38 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区亮马桥路38号
Time: May 19, 4.30-7pm
Rock in the HUB Peace Park Near WAB Middle School
Rock in the Park is a festival that features a variety of live music performances spanning a wide range of genres, brought to you by both the talented student and professional bands at Western Academy of Beijing (WAB). With three stages, the festival also includes dance and theater performances, games, activities, food, and more!
Also on the same day, WAB’s Parent Link has organized the WAB Fun Fair. The Tiger Field will be transformed into a playground of awe and wonders, complete with bouncy castles, water games, food vendors, and much more. Bring the family and spend the day at WAB!
Find it:
HUB Peace Park (near WAB Middle School)
10 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区来广营东路10号
Time: 2-9pm
Price: Free
BCIS Toddler & Nursery Open House
Get to know the Beijing City International School on May 20 at their open house. This open house is designed for kids ages 2-4 years old. Scan the poster below to reserve your spot.
Find it:
77 Baiziwan Nan’erlu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区百子湾南二路77号
Time: May 20, 9.30-11am
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. With the theme of German camping, food, and sports, this event is about urban camping with a mix of food, sports, and fun. There’ll be a wide variety of beer and sausages, an all-day charity flea market, pop-up stores, relaxing yoga, unique African fitness dance, and many more activities for all people! You can bring your own picnic mat and even a tent to enjoy the sunshine and warm breeze in May!
Children under 12 years old are free of charge. Those over 12 years old (including 12 years old) need to buy tickets.
Any questions please contact: chamber-north-events@china.ahk.de
Find it:
Dongfeng International Sports Park, Chaoyang, Beijing
Time: May 20,10am-5pm
Price:
RMB 15 for entrance only
RMB 68 for entrance + food & drink package
RMB 25 for ticket to camping zone
Sushi-Making Class at EAST
It’s time to play with your food! This weekend’s cooking class at EAST will be all about sushi, where the chefs will lead the kids in making a few classic sushi rolls.
Find it:
22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区酒仙桥路22号
Time: May 20, noon-2pm
Price: Please see the poster for package prices.
Images: Courtesy of vendors