If you need ideas on how to spend a fun day with your family, take a look at the events coming up in Beijing over the next two weeks:
Daystar Family Fun Day – Parent-Child Yoga & Creative Arts
When: Sep 22, 3pm-5.30pm
Price: Free
Inn Shunyi Sunday Brunch
Please join INN for a fun and friendly Sunday Brunch at Laker’s (Roma Lake) on NEW DATE Sep 22. INN is not just for newcomers! Long-term residents, returnees and local residents are all welcome! INN members receive a ten percent discount from Laker’s on all food and drink! No minimum order. Just come for lunch and make new friends. Family-friendly, and EVERYONE is welcome!
Where: Laker’s Pub (Roma Lake)
顺义区-后沙峪地区后沙峪罗马湖左堤路（罗马湖9号旁边）
When: Sep 22, 11.30am
Price: Pay for your own food and drink. A ten percent discount from Laker’s for INN attendees
Golden Mask Dynasty Show
A once-in-a-lifetime, must-watch show. Very captivating, once it starts, it just gets better and better until the end. You do not want to miss any minute of it!
The show appeals to all ages. Do yourself a favour and enjoy edge-of-your-seat excitement!
Scan the QR code on the poster to get your tickets at a discounted price.
Where: OCT Theatre, Beijing Happy Valley, Xiaowuji Beilu, Beijing ( 北京欢乐谷华侨城大剧院-北京市朝阳区东四环小武基北路 ）
When: Tuesday-Sunday, 4.30pm-5.30pm
Price: RMB 180/Section C; RMB 300/Section A
Gubeikou Great Wall Hiking and Camping Tour
Join Beijing Hikers on this kid-friendly hike and enjoy the beautiful views of the Great Wall.
Highlights of this hike:
1. A lifetime experience: See the sunrise, the sunset and the stars on the untouched authentic Great Wall
2. Suitable for keen hikers: This is a tour package that combines both hiking and camping
3. This section of the Wall is completely untouched and almost devoid of tourists, allowing for a serene walk
4. Awesome views for photographers
5. Fit for families with kids
6. Chinese family visit and home-made Chinese meals
7. Small group of maximum of 15 travelers. The group usually has 6-12 travelers
8. No commission shopping stops
Where: Exit C of Dongsishitiao subway station of Line 2
When: Oct 1-2, 9am
Price: RMB 900 (It includes camping gear (tents, pads, sleep bags, big backpacks), transportation, entrance fees, water, three meals and guides.)
As for open houses, these are the ones you can attend in the next two weeks:
BSB Shunyi Open Day
The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi invites prospective parents to come and see the amazing teaching and learning at their open day. On Sep 19, there’s a special talk hosted by the head of EAL (English as an Additional Language). See how students who are non-native English speakers excel in their EAL lessons and learn how parents can support them at home.
BSB provides premium international education to more than 1,100 expat students ages 2-18 years old from 60 nationalities all in one campus. Talk to their teachers about the curriculum. See their learning spaces specially designed for each age group. Find out how the students benefits from the school’s collaborations with some of the very best organizations including MIT, The Juilliard School and UNICEF.
Sign up for the open day by scanning the QR code in the poster!
Note: Open to prospective parents. The school only accepts students who are foreign passport holders.
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi, South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Sep 19, 9 30am-11.30am
Price: Free
Dulwich College Beijing Senior School Open Day
Discover how Dulwich students excel academically while also pursuing their passions.
Dulwich College Beijing welcomes prospective families and students in Senior School (ages 11-17) to its on-campus open day.
Where: 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi
When: Sep 21, 9.30am-noon
Price: Free
YCYW Open Day
Parents are invited to attend YCYW’s upcoming international school open day! This is not just a campus tour, but also an opportunity to deeply experience the charm of international education. You will have the opportunity to have direct dialogue with both Chinese and Western principals and subject leaders and listen to their educational philosophies and global perspectives. You can also personally enter bilingual-characteristic classrooms, experience the fun of immersive learning, and let your child experience knowledge exploration across borders in advance. At the event, you will be immersed in a strong atmosphere of international education and witness how children thrive in such an environment. Places are limited. Please register early and let us work together to pave a broad road for the future of our children!
Where: 29 Liangshuihe Erjie, BDA, Daxing District
When: Sep 21, 10am-11.30am
Price: Free
AlSB-Hope International Open Day
AISB-Hope International invites you to their open day, where you can explore their vibrant campus and discover how they nurture and support children’s growth through comprehensive character development.
What to Expect:
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- Campus Tour: Get a firsthand look at the school’s state-of-the-art facilities and learning environments.
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- Meet the Team: Engage with dedicated staff and educators to understand the school’s teaching philosophy and approach.
- Character Development Insights: Learn about the school’s unique programs designed to foster personal growth and leadership in students.
Please register by Sep 23 to secure your spot.
Where: Bldg 5, Dayu, Yard 4, Chaoyang Farm, Chaoyang District
When: Sep 25, 9.30am-12.30pm (lunch included)
Price: Free
Don’t forget about these ongoing events:
BSB Sanlitun and BSB Shunyi Baby Groups
At The British School of Beijing, parents and their little ones are invited to come together and celebrate milestones, share experiences, and build lasting friendships through the engaging Baby Group events. Meet other expat families, enjoy playing with age-appropriate toys, create seasonal crafts, sing and do a lot more! Drinks and snacks provided.
RSVP required. Please scan the 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.
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi, Early Years “Soft Play Area,” South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District; The British School of Beijing (BSB) Sanlitun, 5 Xiliujie, Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District
When: BSB Shunyi – Sep 10 and 24, 9.30am-10.30am; BSB Sanlitun – Baby Book Club on Mondays, 9am-9.30am; Baby Group on Wednesdays, 9am-10.30am, Baby Dance Classes on Fridays, 9am-9.30am
Price: Free
YMCE Jr Rugby Academy @ 798
YMCE Jr rugby is back, and free trial classes are available every Sunday. YMCE Jr Rugby prioritizes fun as they guide their players through a program that imparts diverse rugby skills tailored to players’ developmental stages in the sport.
Where: 798 UBP Field
When: Every Sunday, 10am-11.30am
Price: RMB 3,299/10 classes (fall season), free trial classes available
Lil Peaches Kids Yoga
Bring your little ones for a fun and relaxing yoga session with Sandra at Taozi Tree Yoga, tailored for different age groups! Sandra will guide the kids through gentle poses and fun activities that promote flexibility, balance, and mindfulness. It’s the perfect way for your kids to unwind and have fun!
Where: Taozi Tree Yoga, 306, 3/F, Bldg, Jinxiu Yuan, 3 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District
When: Tuesdays 4.45pm-5.35pm (ages 5-6) , Wednesdays 4.45pm-5.35pm (ages 3-4)
Price: RMB 180/single session, RMB 800/6 sessions
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
