It’s already the final days of July 2023 – what’s in store on the last weekend in July for families in Beijing? Here’s our pick of upcoming family-friendly events to keep you and little ones entertained!
Reading Rainbow & Book Swap with SENIA
SENIA, an organization led by a group of international teachers, educational psychologists, parents, and other professionals working with children with special educational needs, will be hosting a series of four events for kids and parents with the goal to foster a harmonious and inclusive community atmosphere. This is their second event in this series and is a bilingual reading event including a book swap. For details and to sign up, please scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: DangDai MOMA, Dongcheng District
When: Jul 27, 4-6pm
Price: RMB 50
Calligraphy Class for Families
Cesar’s Experience brings you a classic – their calligraphy classes in the hutongs which is a family-friendly activity suitable for kids as well. The Hutong Calligraphy class starts at 4 pm, and you will enjoy a 1.5-hour introduction to calligraphy as well as learn the secrets of this millenary art. With more than 10 years of experience teaching calligraphy, the teacher will ensure that every participant walks away enriched in this Chinese art form.
Where: DENGSHIKOU, subway line 5, exit A at 3.50 pm sharp
When: Sunday July 30 from 4 – 5.30pm
Price: 199RMB (1kid+parents) 299RMB (2kids+parents)
*Age from 5yo, maximum of 8 kids
Scan the QR code in the poster to book your spot
Don’t forget these ongoing family-friendly events too!
Sunday Brunch at Zarah
Indulge yourself with an all-you-can-eat buffet made with fresh and real ingredients where many homemade, nutrient-rich delicacies will be waiting for you every Sunday from 10 am – 2 pm. Zarah offers a good balance between vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies with a different menu every week.
Reservations are highly recommended.
When: Every Sunday from 10am-2pm
Where: 46 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District
东城区鼓楼东大街42号
Price: RMB 228 per adult
RMB 98 for kids 6-12
The World of Peter Rabbit at UCCA
Beatrix Potter is one of the world’s most popular children’s authors. For more than 100 years, her beautifully illustrated stories and her legendary life have captured our imaginations.
When: May 27- Sep 5
Where: UCCA Lab
Price: RMB 139 for a family of three
Images: Courtesy of organizers, Unsplash