Looking for fun things to do with your family? If so, scroll down for some of the best family-friendly events happening around the city in the next two weeks.
Dulwich College Beijing Senior School Parent Academy
Dulwich College Beijing welcomes prospective families with children aged 11-17 to this on-campus parent workshop that reveals how languages, science and mathematics at DCB’s Senior School open doors to a world of opportunities for your child!
When: Feb 28, 8.15am-9.45am
Where: 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
Price: Free
Tai Chi Class for Adults and Kids With ForeiGo
Awaken the power of inner peace.
In the busy city life, find a quiet place that belongs to you.
Tai Chi is not just a martial art; it is a flowing art, a dialogue between body and mind, and a bridge to inner peace.
Course Highlights
Basic Lectures: From basic skills to boxing, appreciate the beauty of Tai Chi step by step.
Harmony of Breathing and Movement: Learn how to use breathing to guide movements and enhance inner energy.
When: Mar 2, 10am-noon (light lunch included)
Where: Tongzhou Canal Park
Price: RMB 260/person
“HOME” – A Special Family Activity Show
Where: 7 Loutai Dongkou cor. Litian Lu (South), Shunyi District
Price: Contact customer service (WeChat ID: fffservice)
LMMP Montessori Training for Ayis
La Maison Montessori de Pékin (LMMP HG) offers a bilingual French-Chinese and English-Chinese environment following the Montessori pedagogy for children aged 1.5 to 6 years. This March, they are offering a unique and enriching program designed specifically for ayis. Participants will explore a range of essential topics, beginning with the origin of Montessori, the importance of safety, the concept of the “absorbtive mind” in children, and the key characteristics of the sensitive periods in early childhood. These fundamental principles are essential for understanding how young children learn and develop.
When: Mar 5, 12 and 19; 9.30am-10.30am
Where: 2/F, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Nanlu, Park Avenue Lifestyle Plaza, Chaoyang District
Price: RMB 399/three sessions (LMMP HG), RMB 599/three sessions(non-LMMP HG)
Roundabout Book Fair at BSB Shunyi
Everyone is welcome to drop by one of the largest book fairs in town! There will be quality secondhand books for all interests and ages with a large assortment of languages and genres. Come along with your family and friends and enjoy our community event with a reading area and access to the Chatterbox Café! All proceeds will be donated to children in need.
When: Mar 1, 10am-3pm
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi
Price: Free
Furry Tales Adoption Event
You’re invited to their upcoming adoption event on Sat, Mar 1, from noon to 3pm at Spud’s Irish Bar! Come meet the dogs available for adoption, chat with them about being a foster or adopter and buy some of their merchandise! The event is dog friendly, but keep in mind they will already have ten dogs there, it’s an enclosed space, your dog must be registered with a Beijing dog license, you must keep them on a leash and you must clean up after them. Let’s hope some of these dogs get lucky and find their forever home. See you there!
When: Mar 1, noon-3pm
Where: Spuds Irish Bar
Price: Free
ASIA Business Simulation
BSB is delighted to host the ASIA Business Simulation – Regional Round (High School Division) in March 2025. The ASIA Business Simulation, organized by Aseeder, was founded in 2011, and over 80,000 students from schools around China participated in this challenge. Students complete different activities, including roadshow presentations, a trading challenge, and business operations delivered by a smart IT system simulating an online virtual marketplace. These activities provide students with a real experience of entrepreneurship as they manage different aspects of their business from product design and marketing to company operations and project management.
When: Mar 1 and 2
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi
Price: Free
Dulwich College Beijing Junior School Parent Academy
Dulwich College Beijing welcomes prospective families with children aged 7-10 to this on-campus parent workshop. In this workshop, Deputy Head of Junior School Ms. Kathryn Watts will give an in-depth presentation on concept-based Inquiry at DCB.
When: Mar 11, 8.15am-9.15am
Where: 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
Price: Free
Great Maslenitsa Brunch Buffet – A Celebration of Taste and Tradition
You’re invited to the Great Maslenitsa Brunch Buffet – where everyone will find something to their liking!
Where: Ying Restaurant at the InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun – 3rd floor
Price: RMB 298/adult, RMB 149/Children 1.2-1.4 m tall, free for children under 1.2m tall when accompanied by an adult
Beijing World Youth Academy (BWYA) Open House
Beijing World Youth Academy is a day school for Chinese and foreign students. Since their establishment in 2001, they have always offered the highest standards of education possible. Today, BWYA brings together over 1,000 students and 230 faculty and staff, representing more than 30 nationalities.
“Locally Grounded, Globally Aware ” is the motto of the school. Whilst teaching the Chinese national curriculum, they also draw on international educational concepts, teaching methods and testing standards as they continuously pursue innovative education. They have achieved remarkable results and become well respected in the wider educational community.
They work hard to create opportunities for students to be involved in society, use their knowledge and skills to solve practical problems, and become a new generation of smart, dedicated, and caring young men and women and proactive lifelong learners.
Event Details
– School Tour
– Info Session
– Q & A
Registration
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- Find the school official website (https://www.ibwya.net) and enter the admission page, or scan the QR code on the poster below to register for your child
- After completing the registration, please enter the Checklist to make an event reservation. After reservation, you will enter the Successful Appointment page and receive an automatic email reply (Please ensure all the steps are completed!)
Registration Deadline
Feb 28, 2025
When: Mar 4 and 5, 9am-11.30am
Where: Beiyuan Bahao, Laiguangying West Road, Chaoyang District
Price: Free
WAB Open Houses
Come and learn all about WAB’s Middle School (Grades 6-8) and High School (Grades 9-12) programs at their upcoming open houses. This will be a great opportunity for students to experience a trial class and learn what makes WAB truly special.
When: High School: Mar 3, 1pm-4pm; Middle School: Mar 4, 4.30pm-6.30pm
Where: Western Academy of Beijing
Price: Free
AISB-Hope International Open Day
Discover the vibrant learning community at AISB Hope International School! Join them for a special open day to explore the school, meet their educators, and learn how they provide an exceptional educational experience for students of all ages.
When: Mar 5 and 19, 9.30am-12.30pm
Where: AISB Hope International
Price: Free
BIBA Open House
Visit BIBA’s open house events and learn about their child-centered educational philosophy, tour the facilities and talk to the teachers. Scan the QR code on the poster to sign up.
When: Mar 8, 9.30am
Where: 1 Yumin Dajie, Houshayu, Shunyi District
Price: Free
Daystar Academy’s One-On-One Campus Tour
Experience Daystar Academy up close with a personalized two-hour one-on-one campus tour designed to give you an in-depth look at their vibrant learning environment. Whether you’re a prospective student or a parent, this guided tour provides the perfect opportunity to explore the school’s state-of-the-art facilities, meet faculty members, and gain insights into Daystar’s unique educational approach.
When: Mar 8, 9am-11am
Where: Daystar Academy
Price: Free
YCIS One-On-One School Tours
Beijing Yew Chung International School (YCIS Beijing) is inviting parents of prospective students to book an exclusive one-on-one tour to learn about the school’s ECE and Primary and Secondary programs, as well as to get the opportunity to talk with the YCIS Beijing admissions team.
When: Wednesdays, 9.30am-11am
Where: 5 Houbali Zhuang, Chaoyang District (beside Honglingjin Park)
Price: Free
BCIS Toddler & Nursery Open House
If you’re a parent of a child aged 2-4 years old and are looking for a nursery, visit BCIS and learn about its curriculum, tour the facilities and get all your questions answered.
When: Mar 8, 9.30am-11.30am
Where: Beijing City International School Early Education Center
Price: Free
Don’t forget about these events happening on a regular basis:
BSB 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 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 for the group you’d like to attend to sign up as space is limited.
Note: Open to foreign passport-holders only. This is only for parents to attend, not for ayis.
When: BSB Shunyi: Tuesdays, 10am-11am;
BSB Sanlitun:
Baby Book Club – Mondays, 9am-9.30am
Baby Group – Wednesdays, 9am-10.30am
Baby Dance Class – Fridays, 9am-9.30am
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) Sanitun, Early Years Building, 5 Sanlitun Xiliu Jie, Chaoyang District
Price: Free
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
