Ready for some spook-tacular celebrations and frightfully fantastic fun in the capital? Scroll down for the best family-friendly events coming up in the next two weeks:
Taste of CHAOYANG Food Fest
Join us for the Taste of CHAOYANG Food Fest, a delightful celebration of food and culture! Enjoy a variety of culinary experiences while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. The event will feature live music from HoodKidzLab, adding to the festive ambiance.
Bring your friends and family for a weekend filled with delicious food, music, and fun activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the flavors of Chaoyang!
Where: Central Axis Landscape Avenue, south of the west gate of the Olympic Tower; Exit C, Olympic Forest Park South Gate station, Metro Line 8
When: Oct 25-27, 3pm-10pm
Price: Free
Harvest Festival at The Children’s House
Join us for a day of fun and celebration at The Children’s House Harvest Festival! On Sat, Oct 26 from 9.30am to noon, families are invited to our beautiful KP Garden for an exciting lineup of activities.
Event Highlights:
- Harvest Festival Crafting: Let your creativity shine as you and your child engage in festive crafting activities that celebrate the spirit of harvest.
- Parent-Child Outdoor Games: Enjoy quality time together with a variety of fun outdoor games designed for all ages. Bond while being active and having fun!
- International Food Tasting: Take a culinary journey around the world with a selection of delicious international dishes. Savor unique flavors and introduce your little ones to diverse cuisines.
- KP Garden Treasure Hunt: Embark on an adventure in the garden! Participate in a treasure hunt that promises excitement and discovery at every turn.
- Group Dance on KP Garden Lawn: Conclude the festivities by joining a lively group dance on the lawn. Let loose and enjoy the rhythm with friends and family! Bring your family, friends, and a spirit of joy as we celebrate the beauty of the harvest season together. We look forward to seeing you there
Where: The Children’s House, Beijing Lufthansa Center
When: Oct 26, 9.30am-noon
Price: Free
Roundabout Book Fair at CISB
About 10,000 recently donated, gently used books for all the family. Paperbacks RMB 10, Hardcovers RMB 20, Kids books and unique books as priced (starting from RMB 1). Find your treasures – it will be amazing!
Bring your family or just yourself. Enjoy the reading and happy spirit of Roundabout book fairs.
All books at Roundabout book fairs are donated. Thanks to all the volunteers for sorting and pricing the books. Every RMB goes to support children in need.
Where: Canadian International School of Beijing, 38 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 26, 10am-3pm (open to public), Oct 28-30, 8.30am-3pm (open to CISB families)
Price: Free. Registration required.
Swiss School Beijing Open Houses
Come and explore the Swiss School in Beijing where excellent Swiss quality meets a diverse, international environment.
At our school, your child is at the heart of learning! In small, mixed-age learning groups, our dedicated team accompanies each student on their individual educational path. We are passionate about fostering a love for learning and creating an open and welcoming space for our international community.
On the campus of the renowned school Western Academy of Beijing, we provide a comprehensive, German speaking education from kindergarten through elementary and into middle school. Multilingualism is essential. In addition to instruction in German, all our students learn Chinese and English at an early age. From grade 5 onwards, we provide a second Swiss national language, French. In middle school, our students mainly learn in English, still including a German Program. Together with WAB, we prepare our students for a successful, international future.
Immerse yourself in our community at WAB and discover the wonderful opportunities awaiting your child!
When: Nov 2, 9am-1pm
Where: Swiss School Beijing
Price: Free
Holly-Ween at The Universal Studios Grand Hotel
Join a spook-tacular night at Holly-Ween at The Universal Studios Grand Hotel! This Halloween, their iconic venue will be transformed into a haunted paradise filled with thrills, chills, and plenty of fun. Whether you’re a family looking for festive activities or friends ready for a frightful night, they have something for everyone!
When: Oct 26, 5.30pm-9.30pm
Where: Universal Studios Grand Hotel
Price: RMB 338/adult, RMB 198/kids aged 3-11
La Leche League Monthly Meeting
Beijing United Family Hospital and LLL have a long relationship spanning over 20 years. They are committed to promoting breastfeeding education and support for pregnant women and the community. These meetings allow pregnant women, new mothers, partners, and all baby caregivers to learn more about the importance of breastfeeding for both mother and child.
When: Oct 26, 10:30am-12pm
Where: Beijing United Family Hospital
Price: Free
Spooky Sunday Pumpkin Carving Workshop
Get ready for a fang-tastic afternoon of fun and creativity on Sun, Oct, 27!
Bring your little monsters to our Halloween Pumpkin Carving Workshop, where every kid gets their very own pumpkin to carve into a masterpiece of spooky delight!
With hot chocolate in hand to keep them cozy, your kiddos will carve, sip, and giggle their way through the afternoon. Best of all, they’ll take home not only their scary (or silly) pumpkin creation but also their own carving set to keep the magic going at home. ️
When: Oct 27, 2pm-5pm
Where: abboCCa, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu
Price: RMB 138/child (Includes pumpkin + carving set to take home)
Furry Tales Halloween Party + Adoption Event
Join us for a spooky and fun-filled Halloween party in support of animal rescue! Furry Tales invites you to a Pet-Friendly Halloween bash where both humans and their furry companions can enjoy the festivities!
Costume Contest: Show off your creativity with costumes for yourself and your pets! Prizes will be awarded to the best-dressed human and pet.
Food and Drink Deals: Delicious snacks and beverages will be available at special prices.
Come and meet some of our adoptables!
When: Oct 26, 4pm-7pm
Where: Sidestreet, Bldg N28 2/101-102, 17 Jianguomenwai Dajie (behind Nola), Chaoyang District
Price: RMB 60 (100 percent of the proceeds go to supporting Furry Tales Animal Rescue)
INN Halloween Family Fun Party
Get ready for the INN “Halloween Family Fun Party” in partnership with MaisonFL & Oh La La.
– Fun for the family & kids!
– Halloween games, activities, and raffle prizes!
– Halloween pastries, treats, snacks, beverages and lots of candy!
Spaces limited. RSVPs are required by Oct 25! RSVP by wechat: innbeijing1994
Where: Maison FL, 3rd Grand Summit, Liangmaqiao, Chaoyang District
北京朝阳区亮马桥官舍三楼 F306
When: Oct 27, 2pm-5pm
Price: RMB 25/person, free for kids under 12 years old
YCIS Beijing University Fair
Join YCIS Beijing on Oct 30, for their University Fair, an exceptional event open to the public and hosted by their Career and University Guidance Office (CUGO). This is your chance to connect with representatives from some of the world’s most prestigious universities, explore a wide range of options, and build valuable connections.
Where: YCIS Beijing Auditorium, Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 30, 2pm-4pm
Price: Free
“Between Sound and Light” Inno-Impact Distinguished Speaker” series at Daystar
Join us at Daystar Academy for our “Inno-Impact Distinguished Speaker” series! On Nov 1 and 2, renowned photographer Zheng Yang will be our special guest, sharing his inspiring journey of overcoming hearing loss to photograph renowned global figures. He will also showcase his collection of antique cameras. The event includes a professional critique of Daystar students’ SDG photography works by Zheng Yang himself.
Event Schedule:
Nov 1
– Zheng Yang Keynote Speech
– “Parisians” Photography Series Exhibition
– Antique Camera Exhibition
– SDG Student Photography Showcase
Nov 2
– Continued “Parisians” Exhibition + Guided Tour (10am—11.30am
– Antique Camera Exhibition
Where: Daystar Academy, Baigao Campus, D+ Theatre, 2nd Floor, The Forum
No. 2, Shunbai Road, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 1, 4pm-6pm; Nov 2, 10am-5pm
Price: Free for Daystar Community, RMB299/family ticket for non-Daystar community
Jazzy Preschool Baby Group
Jazzy Preschool, a trilingual English, French, and Chinese kindergarten, is glad to invite you to their Baby Group for toddlers from 0 to 3 years old! Join them for parent-child bonding activities led by their early childhood professionals in three languages, and meet other parents to share experiences.
Join them to:
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- Play tailored activities for babies and discover nursery rhymes in English, French, and Chinese.
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- Visit the preschool and learn more about their trilingual education (English-French-Chinese) and the new Italian curriculum.
To ensure the quality of the activity, they will allow five families at a time. Hurry up to secure your spot!
Please note: Contact them to arrange a private visit, available every Wednesday from 10am-noon.
Where: C101, East Lake Villas, 35 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District
When: Oct 30, 10am-12pm
Price: Free
China Fall Global University Fair
Parents and students are welcome to attend the fair and meet with nearly 70 university admissions officers to get the most up-to-date information and prepare the layout for your college application.
More here: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/-yFg5nOraZ8eKo6lbBX8VQ
Where: 2 Shunbai Road, Choyang District
When: Oct 29,2pm-5pm
Price: Free
Ivy Academy Open House
Ivy Academy Sanyuanqiao Campus is located in the high-end residential area of the Northeast Third Ring Road in Beijing and has a safe, serene environment. In addition to the nine learning centers based on the multiple intelligences theory, the campus is equipped with a multi-function hall, a small theater, a STEAM classroom, an art classroom, a creative art space, a reading library, a lending library, and a music classroom to satisfy student curiosity. Will hold open houses for the 2024-2025 school year to answer parents’ questions about kindergarten selection. We look forward to seeing you!
PROCEDURE：
*Parent-Child Activities
*Curriculum Introduction
*Campus Tour
9.30am-9.50am Free Choice Time
9.50am-10.10am Circle Time – STORY
10.10am-10.30am Art Activity “Magic Leaves”
10.30am-11am Music Class
11am-11.30am Snack Time
Where: Sanyuanqiao Campus: Bldg E, Ocean Express, 2 East Third Ring North Road, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 27, 9.30am-11.30am
Price: Free
At Jack & Jill, we believe in teaching the whole child. Our qualified and dedicated staff are committed to providing your child the best kindergarten learning experience possible. Join us for a day of fun! Come explore our campus, meet our teachers, and learn more about our unique and effective educational philosophy. Discover for yourself what sets us apart from all the rest! Scan the QR code in the poster for more information and to reserve your spot at our next Open Day!
Where: Number 101, Bldg 11, Ocean Crown, Chaoyang District (朝阳区远洋万和公馆11号101)
When: Oct 26, 9.30am-noon
Price: Free
Open Days at AlSB-Hope International
Discover the heart of learning at AlSB-Hope International! We invite you to their Open Days on Oct 23, Nov 6 & 20, and December 4 & 18, from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Explore their vibrant campus, engage with their dedicated team, and learn how they nurture children’s growth through a strong focus on character development. Enjoy a complimentary lunch as you immerse yourself in their educational philosophy and community spirit.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see how they inspire young minds for a brighter future. Scan the QR code to register and secure your spot today!
Where: AlSB Campus, Bldg 5, Dayu, Yard 4, Chaoyang Farm, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 23, Nov 6 and 20, Dec 4 and 18, 9.30am-12.30pm (lunch included)
Price: Free
BSB Shunyi Open Day
The British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi invites prospective parents to come and see their school in action! BSB provides premium international education to 1,100+ expat students ages 18 months to 18 years old from 60 nationalities.
Talk to their teachers about their curricula, and find out why students love to come to school every day! Learn how BSB students benefit from collaborations with some of the very best organizations, including MIT, The Juilliard School and UNICEF. They promise that their students will receive a personalized, challenging and academically exciting learning experience that provides fantastic outcomes and open pathways to the world’s best universities.
Sign up today by scanning the QR code in the poster.
Note: Open to prospective parents; they only accept students who are foreign passport holders.
Where: South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District
When: Oct 24, 9.30am-11.30am
Price: Free
CISB Open House
Join CISB on Oct 25 for their Open House to research your education options at the Canadian International School of Beijing. There are morning and afternoon sessions available for you to get a more personalized experience with their academic staff, who will be available to answer your questions both before and after your session.
Where: 38 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 25; for exact times, contact organizer
Price: Free
YCIS Open Day
You and your family are sincerely invited to attend their 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 YCYW’s academic leadership team, 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: Oct 26, 10am-11.30am
Price: Free
Dulwich College Beijing Junior School Open Day
On Sat, Nov 2, prospective families are invited to join the first Junior School Open Day of the academic year. Learn how the Junior School empowers every child with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing world, while also ensuring a seamless transition to Senior School.
At this event, you’ll be taken beyond a campus tour. Parents will have the opportunity to explore the College, meet the Junior School leadership team, engage with the teachers, meet parent ambassadors, and view students’ work, while students experience their diverse subjects firsthand.
Where: Legend Garden Villas, 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
When: Nov 2, 9.30am-noon
Price: Free
WAB Open House
Join this open house to discover how WAB’s world-class, innovation-driven program can help your child thrive!
Where: 10 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District
When: Nov 2, 9am-1pm
Price: Free
Don’t forget about these events happening on a regular basis:
Adoption Day at Riviera Clubhouse & Radiance Cafe
Help our furry friends find a forever home every Saturday at Beijing Riviera Clubhouse. For more info, please scan the QR code on the poster:
Where: Beijing Riviera Clubhouse
When: Every Saturday, 11am-6pm
Price: Free
3e International School Bilingual Playgroup
3e International School will be running a playgroup every Monday until Nov 18, where children aged 1 to 3 years can come together to play, learn, and socialize in a bilingual environment. To sign up, scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: 3e International School, 9-1 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District
When: Every Monday until Nov 18, 9.30am-10.30am
Price: RMB 100/class
Kids’ Cooking Classes at EAST
Let your little chefs join a culinary adventure where they’ll get to mix and roll their way to delicious cakes at Domain. Classes are available every weekend, from noon until 2pm. Scan the QR code to register.
Where: EAST Beijing
When: Oct 26, 27; Nov 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, Dec 1; Dec 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 24,25; noon-2pm
Price: RMB 198/October (Halloween Cookies); RMB 248/November (Pinecone turkey); RMB 338/December (Gingerbread House)
Deco Wrapped Halloween Sushi Lesson
Halloween season is approaching. If you’re interested in learning how to decorate sushi for Halloween and enjoy this spooky treat, sign up for this fun workshop by contacting the organizer via WeChat (ID: yukatanabeburkhardt) or calling 130 7116 2962.
Where: The Sandalwood Marriott , Rm 2003, 20/F, 23 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District; 北京紫壇万豪行政公寓 北京市朝阳区建国路23号2003号室
When: Multiple dates available; contact the organizer
Price: RMB 280 (drinks & Japanese sweets included)
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
