The Best Father’s Day Festivities + Something Extra for Families

This weekend Beijing will be host to a number of Father’s Day events and activities, so if you’re looking to celebrate fatherhood look no further. Here’s our pick of the best things to do in the next few days:

Munchy Brunch at FEAST

Dads, treat yourselves to a great Father’s Day at FEAST. The Munchy Brunch Father’s Day Edition offers everything you need to feel special: amazingly delicious food, free beer, and live music! If you have little ones aged 6 or under, they can eat for free – it’s half price for kids aged 7-12. And don’t forget about the super fun play space for them to run around while you’re enjoying your cold one. Scan the QR code on the poster to book.

Where: 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxiangiao Lu, Chaoyang District
When: Jun 18, 11.30am-3pm
Price: RMB 398/person, free for kids aged 6 or under, half price for kids aged 7-12

The “Spirit” of Father’s Day Market

Head out to Beijing Riviera for a day full of fun, wine, and food. There will be wine and other spirits to taste, beer pong for dads who need to unwind, and loads of fun stuff for the other ones, too. If you don’t feel like having a drink, you can participate in the live or silent auctions and get a bottle (or two – who are we to judge?) to take home for a quiet night in. There will also be food vendors on site, including Slidernation, Maison Flo, Turkish Feast, Grassroots, and Joe’s Pizza. Scan the QR code on the poster for tickets.

Where: Riviera Country Club
When: Jun 17, 2-6pm
Price: RMB 100/person

Father’s Day with Slowboat at Joe’s Pizza

Slowboat joins forces with Joe’s Pizza to celebrate Father’s Day this coming Sunday – after all, what’s a better combo than scrumptious New York pizza and cold draft beer?

Whether you’re a dad looking for a fun-filled afternoon with your friends or a family man looking for a good spot to bring the whole gang, this is the place to be for Father’s Day. Plenty of pies and BOGO Slowboat cans.

To make sure your beer stays ice cold in this hot weather, we will have free Slowboat koozies for everyone until supplies last!

But that’s not all! Feel like staying in or going to the park for the big day? Joe’s Pizza will be running an excellent delivery special. Order any pizza from Joe’s through the delivery apps (Meituan, Eleme, Sherpa’s) and get a can of Slowboat Monkey’s Fist or You Dian Xiang Wheat for only 20 RMB!

Don’t miss this chance to feast on award-winning pizza and beers all in one place. Happy Father’s Day!

Where: Joe’s Pizza, W113 1F, 9 Jinhui Lu, Chaoyang District
When: Jun 18

Father’s Day Brunch at NUO

Indulge in an enticing array of seafood like yellowfin tuna, abalone, lobster, and oysters. Delight your father in an elegant style by treating him to luxurious delicacies like black truffles, foie gras, Angus beef ribs, smoked New Zealand beef brisket, and exotic cuisines. There will also be a live performance and on-site lucky draw.

Where: NUO Hotel Beijing, 2A Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District
When: Jun 18, 11.30am-3pm
Price: RMB 888/person

Father’s Day Treats at Hotel Éclat

Make this Father’s Day a truly remarkable one by exploring the perfect blend of luxury, sophistication and heartfelt experiences that Hotel Éclat Beijing presents to create lasting memories. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and indulge in a memorable family staycation at Éclat. A Deluxe Room Staycation starts from RMB 1,588. For reservations call 010 8561 2888 or email Reservations.bj@eclathotels.com.

Where: Hotel Éclat
When: Jun 18
Price: Family staycations starting from RMB 1,588

There are also a bunch of non-Father’s Day events happening in the capital:

Wellington College Tianjin Whole School Open Days

Wellington College Tianjin has planned a series of Whole School Open Days from Early Years to Senior School for the current and 2023-24 Academic Year. Learn all about their curriculum, academic achievements, and holistic education, plus have all your questions answered by the Heads of School and Admissions team.

Where: No.1 Yide Dao, Hong Qiao District, Tianjin 300120
When: Jun 16, 21 and 28
Price: Free

Prenatal Classes at BJU

Informative prenatal classes in English for future parents at Beijing United Family Hospital are led by lactation consultant Jennifer Lecleir. The classes educate parents on researched information and prepare them for labor and for what comes after. To book your spot, email at 4008919191@ufh.com.cn or call 4008-919191.

Where: BJU, Bldg 2, 5/F, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District
When: Jun 17-18 and Jul 29-30, 9am-1.30pm
Price: RMB 1,500/couple (drinks and snacks included), RMB 1,500 voucher for class. Cost deduction is provided for if you deliver at BJU.

Beijing Hikers Kids Club: Yunmeng Gorge Play and Picnic

Join Beijing Hikers for a kid-friendly hike and a fun riverside picnic in Yunmeng Gorge. Suitable for kids aged 5 and up.

Where: Yunmeng Gorge
When: Jun 18, 8 am
Price: RMB 380/non-members, RMB 340/members, RMB 200/kids 6-18, RMB 180/kids 4-5

Jazzy Preschool Open Day

Discover the unique, trilingual education in English, French, and Chinese for children from 1 to 6 years old, as well as the gorgeous Chinese Suzhou-style garden. The event will include:
– A tour of the outdoor activities and venues in the East Lake Villas Chinese garden
– A visit of the kindergarten indoor environment and classrooms
– A discovery of the unique, trilingual pedagogy with the preschool’s educational representatives
– A short class time to meet the teachers

Where: Jazzy Preschool, C101, 35 East Lake Villas, Dongcheng District
When: Jun 18, 9 am
Price: Free

Cultural Keys: Dragon Boat Festival Celebration

Join Cultural Keys on Jun 17 to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival! At this festival celebration, you’ll learn about the history and customs of the festival. Then you’ll make zongzi (steamed sticky rice wrapped in bamboo leaves) and while the zongzi steam you’ll paint dragons under the guidance of an expert painter. There will also be other festival-themed craft activities for the kids.