Still trying to figure out how to spend these last weeks of the Year of the Rabbit? Here are our suggestions:
BSB Sanlitun: Playgroup, Dance Class and Book Club
Calling all parents and little ones aged 0-3 years. The BSB Baby Group, Baby Dance Class, and Baby Book Club are back! Wonderful opportunites for bonding and exploration await you and your little bundle of joy. Share in the joy of parenting and connect with other families as we create memorable moments together. Scan the QR codes on the poster to sign up.
Where: The British School of Beijing, Sanlitun. Li Building
When: Baby Group every Wednesday from Jan 17, 9am-10.30am; Dance Class every Friday from Jan 19, 9am-9.30am; Book Club every Monday from Jan 15, 9am-9.30am
Price: Free
Along the Axis: Crafted Artistic Workshop for Beijing Youth
Strengthen interpersonal social skills, improve communication and visual perception, build self-confidence and develop photography skills at a new artistic workshop for teenagers. For details and to register, please scan the QR code on the poster:
Where: Scan the QR code for details
When: Saturday afternoons
Price: Scan the QR code for details
EAST Beijing’s Cooking Class
Unlock the art of culinary delight with EAST Beijing’s Cooking Class! Immerse yourself in the world of flavors and creativity with flexible classes running on weekends from noon to 2pm. In January, they’re kicking off the year sweetly with “New Year Strawberry Creamy Chiffon Roll.” Join in for a hands-on experience, and let the aroma of fresh ingredients and the joy of cooking fill your day!
Where: EAST Beijing
When: Saturdays and Sundays (no classes on Feb 10, 11), noon-2pm
Price: RMB 198/Jan and Feb, RMB 248/Mar
SOHU “Smart Babies Celebrating the Year of the Dragon” Flash Event
If you’re looking for a fun kid-friendly event to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, visit the carnival at Nanchizi Art Museum, where you and your kid can participate in a bunch of super-interesting traditional events, a poetry and song competition, a New Year Temple Fair, and have a blast doing arts and crafts such as lantern making, hand rubbings, writing lucky characters and more. This event is suitable for kids 3-13 years old. Scan the QR code on the poster for more info.
Where: Nanchizi Art Museum, 21 Pudu Temple Xixiang, Dongcheng District
When: Jan 20, 9.30am
Price: Free
Chinese New Year Floral Class
Immerse yourself in the art of flower arrangement as expert instructors guide you in creating your own festive floral composition. Using beautiful studio flowers, you’ll have the opportunity to design a unique arrangement that captures the spirit of the New Year.
No prior experience is needed – just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! This hands-on class promises a lively atmosphere filled with passion and imagination. Don’t miss the chance to add a touch of floral elegance to your Chinese New Year celebrations. Secure your spot now and let the vibrant colors of blossoms inspire your artistic flair!
Where: Mixmeet
When: Jan 26, 12.30pm-2pm
Price: RMB 368
And don’t forget about these events:
Postnatal Yoga + Mama and Baby Yoga-Fitness Fusion
If you’re a new mom out there adjusting to a life with a newborn, join Marie at Taozi Tree Yoga for rebuilding, relaxing and core- and pelvic-floor strengthening classes with or without your little one. Scan the QR codes on the posters to register.
Where: Taozi Tree Yoga
When: Jan 10, 17 and 24 from 2pm to 3.15pm (Postnatal Yoga); Jan 8, 15, 22 from 10.15am to 11.30am; Jan 11,18, 25 from 10.30am to 11.45am
Price: RMB 1,080/6 weeks, RMB 200/1-time drop-in or 2 Taozi class passes
teamLab Massless
teamLab Massless is a body-immersive museum composed of artworks created by art collective teamLab.
With your body, immerse yourself in the art, explore the 10,000sqm-complex’s three-dimensional world, and create a new world with others in which your body and the world become continuous without boundaries. The exhibition is open Monday to Friday, noon-6.30pm (last entry at 5.30pm); weekends and holidays, 10.30am-8pm (last entry at 7pm). For tickets, visit https://www.247tickets.com/t/epson-teamlab-beijing.
Where: 10/F, Chaoyang Joy City, 101 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District
When: Monday to Friday, noon-6.30pm (last entry at 5.30pm); weekends and holidays: 10.30am-8pm (last entry at 7pm)
Price: RMB 198 per family of 1 adult + 1 child (2-12 years old), RMB 298 for 2 adults, RMB 298 per family of 1 adult + 2 children (2-12 years old) OR 2 adults + 1 child (2-12 years old)
BSB Shunyi Baby Group
Families with little ones aged 0-18 months can come to The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi) to meet other expat families, enjoy playing with age-appropriate toys, create seasonal crafts, sing and lots more! Drinks and snacks provided.
RSVP required. Please scan QR code in the poster to sign up as space is limited.
Where: The British School of Beijing, Shunyi, Early Years “Soft Play Area,” South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Jan 17, 24, 31; Feb 28; Mar 6, 13 and 20; 9.30am-10.30am
Price: Free
Clowning at Happy School
Join in for a heartwarming event at Wild & One Happy School, where the magic of clowning meets the mission to bring joy to children undergoing treatment for leukemia. In collaboration with dedicated professionals, this event aims to create a positive and uplifting environment for the young warriors facing the challenges of illness.
Talented clowns will entertain and spread laughter, turning the day into a joyous experience for the children. The event is not only about fun but also about making a difference. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be donated to support activities and the school, ensuring that these brave children have the resources they need for a brighter future.
Let’s come together as a community, share smiles, and contribute to a cause that truly matters. Your participation in Wild & One Happy School will make a meaningful impact on the lives of these resilient children. Reserve your spot now and be part of a day filled with laughter, compassion, and support.
Where: Happy School
When: Jan 21, 9am-noon; optional lunch at SUSU
Price: RMB 155 (100 percent donated to support activities and school)
And if your plan is to use this time find a great school for your kid, here’s a list of open houses you can attend in January:
Dulwich College Beijing Open Day & Workshop
Don’t miss the chance to learn from experts at Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) and connect with their educational leaders! DCB welcomes prospective families and students in Dulwich College Kindergarten School (DUCKS) (aged 3-6) and Senior School (aged 11-16) to its on-campus workshops.
When: Jan 23 and 24
Where: Dulwich College Beijing
Price: Free
BSB Shunyi Open Day
The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi) invites prospective parents to come and see the school in action! BSB provides premium international education to 1,100+ expat students aged 2-18 years old from 60 nationalities. Talk to the school’s teachers about the curricula and find out why students love to come to school every day! See the learning spaces specially designed for each age. Learn how BSB students benefit from collaborations with some of the very best organizations, including MIT, The Julliard School and UNICEF. Open to foreign passport holders.
Where: BSB Shunyi, South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Jan 24, 10am-noon
Price: Free
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
