The following is an updated list of the most family-friendly Christmas markets and fairs that are taking place in Beijing in the next few weeks that are still available to attend.
WAB Community Market
The holidays are fast approaching and Western Academy of Beijing (WAB) is excited to invite you to their annual Community Market on Sat, Nov 25! The market aims to celebrate the community, spread cheer, and help to support the school’s community partners. WAB Community Market is the place to go to pick up thoughtful holiday gifts, win fun raffle prizes, enjoy live performances, and indulge in delicious food from vendors across Beijing.
Where: 10 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 25, 10am-3pm
Price: Free
3e Winter Charity Bazaar
On Nov 2, join the 3e International School for a morning of children’s crafts and activities, festive food and drinks, and charity prizes. Attendance is free. Please register by scanning the QR code below.
Where: Early Years Campus: 9-1 Jiangtai Xilu, Lido Chaoyang District 朝阳区将台西路9-1号
When: Nov 25, 10am-12pm
Price: Free
River Garden Villas Xmas Bazaar
Find bargains, treasures and Christmas gifts including one-of-a-kind crafts, scarves, jewelry, candles, food and wine and so much more at the RIver Garden Villas Xmas Bazaar on Nov 25 at the River Garden Clubhouse.
When: Sat, Nov 25, 10am-4pm
Where: River Garden Villas, 7 Yuyang Road, Houshayu, Shunyi District
Price: Free
British Christmas Market
The British Chamber of Commerce in China and the British Embassy in Beijing are pleased to present the return of the Christmas Market at His Majesty’s Ambassador’s Residence on Dec 2. Check out vendors bringing festive cheer with Christmas treats, food, drinks, and loads of amazing things to buy, from arts and crafts to top Christmas gifts. There’ll also be festive performances from the British community, a raffle for great prizes, and even the chance to meet Father Christmas! Each ticket grants admission to one of three sessions on the day: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, and 6pm-9pm. Tickets cost RMB 120, while children under three get in for free. All tickets include a small surprise from the BritCham! Scan the QR code to sign up.
When: Sat, Dec 2, 10am-9pm
Where: British Ambassador’s Residence 英国大使官邸光华路 Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District
Price: RMB 120/person, children under 3 get in for free
BCIS Christmas Bazaar
Beijing City International School (BCIS), in partnership with Roundabout’s Helping Hands Project, brings Santa Claus to town at the annual BCIS Christmas Bazaar on Sun, Dec 3, at the BCIS Main Campus. Celebrate the holidays and see beautiful Christmas lights and decorations, do some Christmas shopping, and embrace holiday cheer with festive music and food.
When: Sun, Dec 3, 10am-2pm
Where: BCIS Main Campus, 77 Baiziwan Nan’erlu, Chaoyang District
Price: Free
BSB Sanlitun’s Christmas Cracker
Enjoy Christmas games and crafts for the kids, fabulous food and gifts, performances by the BSB Sanlitun Christmas Choir, a special appearance by Santa Claus, and stand to win exciting raffle prizes at the British School of Beijing (BSB) Sanlitun’s Christmas Cracker event on Sun, Dec 3. There’s no need to register so simply show up and have a good time with the family!
When: Sun, Dec 3, 10am-2pm
Where: The British School of Beijing, 7 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District
Price: Free
BSB Shunyi Winter Fayre German Market
Enjoy the sights and flavors of a traditional German Christmas Market with wooden huts and vendors selling gifts and hot food. There will be musical performances, the lighting of the Christmas tree, and festive games by teachers for the kids. Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa as well! All proceeds from the event will go to Dew Drops Little Flower charity. There may still be spots left for interested vendors and sponsors. To get more info, contact the BSB Shunyi marketing team at marketing@britishschool.org.cn.
When: Sun, Dec 9, 3.30 pm – 7pm
Where: BSB Shunyi, South Side 9 Anhua Jie
Price: Free
CISB Charity Bazaar
The Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB) is delighted to announce that the highly anticipated Charity Bazaar will take place on Dec 10 from 10 am to 4pm. This event promises to be a spectacular holiday season celebration offering a fun space for local vendors and the Beijing community to come together in a festive atmosphere.
Interested vendors can apply for a spot by scanning the QR code below.
When: Sun, Dec 10, 10am-4pm
Where: Canadian International School of Beijing
Price: Free
The Hutong Winter Fayre
One of Beijing’s expats’ favorite end-of-year traditions, the Hutong Winter Fayre, is back and bringing artisans, craftspeople, chefs, bakers and local entrepreneurs together for a day of fun, food, holiday shopping and general merry-making and mayhem!
When: Sun, Dec 10, 11am-5pm
Where: The Hutong, 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang, Beixinqiao subway station, exit C
Price: Free
YCIS Christmas Concert & Christmas Fair
When: Wed, Dec 13, 9.30am-noon
Where: East gate of Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang 后八里庄5号红领巾公园东门
Price: Free
Christmas Market by the Park
Shenglu Garden is hosting its own Christmas Market this year from Dec 15 to 17 and is calling for vendors. There will be both indoor and outdoor spaces available. There will be mulled wine, German sausages, Santa Claus, Christmas gifts and so much more! Scan the QR code for more info.
When: Fri, Dec 15, 6pm-10pm; Sat, Dec 16, 11am-7pm; Sun, Dec 17, 11am-5pm
Where: Shenglu Vineyard East Gate 1
Price: Not available yet
BUROKORI Lifestyle Christmas Market
The vibrant lifestyle market of Burokori, in partnership with Beijing’s lifestyle shop Jinyue Ji City, will hold a cultural, creative, and interactive Christmas Market at The Grand Summit on the weekends of Dec 16 -17 and Dec 23-24. Vendor applications are still open until Dec 10 as well. Just scan the QR code below:
When: Dec 16-17, Dec 23-24, noon-6pm
Where: Liangmaqiao Guansha South Basement
Price: Free
Maker’s Market Christmas Edition
Maker’s Market Christmas Edition is happening on Sun, Dec 17, noon-6pm, and they’re still accepting vendors. To apply, please send an introduction email with a few photos, brand and product info, and links to makersmarketbeijing@outlook.com. Applying is only possible via email. The deadline for applying is Nov 30. For questions, please contact Liuba (WeChat: liubatje). The market features only made-in-China goods that are specially designed by vendors here, so you’ll definitely have a unique buy!
When: Sun, Dec 17, noon-6pm
Where: L1, Beersmith Jen Hotel,1 Jianguomenwai Dajie
Price: Free
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Images: Courtesy of vendors, Unsplash
