It’s that time of the year again when the summer heat slowly fades and Beijing enters its most beautiful season. There’s nothing better than enjoying the last summer days in comfortably hot weather at one of the city’s cool family-friendly events, so scroll down to take your pick and fully embrace the changing of seasons:
INN Neighborhood Lunch at Home Plate Bbq
Join INN for a fun and friendly neighborhood lunch at Home Plate BBQ on Aug 29. INN is not just for newcomers! Long-term residents, returnees and local residents are all welcome! INN members receive a ten percent discount from Home Plate BBQ on all food and drink! No minimum order. Just come for lunch and make new friends. Everyone is welcome!
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When: Aug 29, 11.30am
Price: Pay for your own food and drink. A ten percent discount from Home Plate BBQ for INN attendees
Splash Day at the Embassy of Switzerland
Get ready for an unforgettable day at Swiss Club Beijing’s Splash Party on Aug 31, 2024, at the Embassy of Switzerland! Join us for a fabulous day filled with fun, delicious Swiss food, and lively music. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with friends and celebrate Swiss culture.
Where: Embassy of Switzerland, Sanlitun Dongwujie 3, Chaoyang District
When: Aug 31, 11am-6pm (admittance 10.30am-11am)
Price: RMB 470/adult, RMB 230/kids, free for kids under 6
Kids Yoga Special Edition at Avisha
Avisha welcomes the little yogis back with a special “back to school” edition of kids yoga. This class will be free of charge to kick off the new school season. Scan the QR code on the poster to register for the class.
Where:1-3-38, Bldg 3, Shoukai Bojun, 8 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang District
When: Aug 31, 11.20am-12.10pm
Price: Free
Children’s Theater: HOLES
For kids who enjoy acting or want to have a fun educational experience, why not join Doodidi’s theater classes where they’ll have the opportunity to play multiple roles in a story about friendship, loyalty and resilience. HOLES is a story about a boy who uncovers the history of his family curse. Classes will be taught in English, and kids will be divided into two groups: 7-11 year olds and 12-17 year olds. To book a trial class, scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: Roman Lake Doodidi Art Center, Shunyi District
When: Trial class on Aug 31, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm or 3.30pm; classes on Thursdays and Saturdays
Price: Acting classes + Script Analysis – RMB 24,998; Acting classes only – RMB 18,998
BSB Shunyi Baby Group
Families with little ones ages 0-18 months can come to The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi to meet other expat families, enjoy playing with age-appropriate toys, create seasonal crafts, singing and lots more! Drinks and snacks provided.
RSVP required. Please scan QR code in the poster to sign up as space is limited.
Note: Open to foreign passport holders only. This is only for parents to attend, not for ayis please.
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi, Early Years “Soft Play Area,” South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Sep 3, 10 and 24, 9.30am-10.30am
Price: Free
WAB’s Anniversary Community Picnic
In celebration of the school’s 30 years, this year there will be activities for the whole family, with a carnival-style array of games for all age groups on Tiger Field.
From traditional Chinese games like jianzi, to water activities, group games, and amazing food on sale, this year’s community picnic will have something for everyone.
Where: Western Academy of Beijing Tiger Field and ES Gym, 10, Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District
When: Sep 1, 10am-1pm
Price: Free
Prenatal and Mama & Baby Yoga Fitness at Taozi
Dive into Marie’s Prenatal and Mama & Baby Yoga, a vibrant blend of gentle yoga and lively postpartum fitness, designed exclusively for you and your baby. It’s a great way for new moms to rediscover the joy of movement and celebrate their bodies’ incredible journeys in a post partum-friendly setting, and for the babies to enjoy playful exercises and tender moments with their moms.
Where: Taozi Tree Yoga, 306, 3/F, Bldg, Jinxiu Yuan, 3 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District
When: Mondays 10.15am-11.30am and Thursdays 10.30am-11.45am (Mama & Baby); Thursdays 9am-10.15am (Prenatal)
Price: RMB 200/single session, RMB 1,080/6 sessions
Free Beijing Half Day Walking Tour: Beihai Park, Jingshan Park
This two-hour private walking tour explores two of Beijing’s imperial gardens, Jingshan (Coal Hill) Park and Beihai Park, including landmarks such as Five Dragon Pavilion, Jade Island, and Nine Dragon Screen. Join the free tour and gain abundant knowledge of Chinese history and culture. Add Kate (WeChat ID:katyabocharova) to register for the tour.
Meeting Point: Beihai Beimen subway station
When: Sep 8, 10am
Price: Share their post on your moments and enjoy this walk for free (https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/dcjX8d2f_FQiJIx_nRSDSg)
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
