What's On in Beijing: Mar 6-12

By That's Beijing, March 6, 2017

Mar 7: A Streetcar Named Desire

Everybody’s favorite boutique-slash-wine-bar Pop-Up Beijing is putting the class in classic this month with all of its ‘Classic Movie Tuesdays’ featuring films written by the beloved American playwright Tennessee Williams. The first one is the 1951 banger A Streetcar Named Desire starring Vivien Leigh and Marlon Brando. Maybe you’re a Brando stan, maybe your only reference to the film is The Simpsons episode ‘A Streetcar Named Marge,’ or maybe you just love wine. Either way, go and enjoy.

Tue Mar 7, 7.30pm; Pop-Up Beijing, see event listing.

Mar 8: Women’s Day @ Mr. Shi’s Dumplings Jiuxianqiao

Well, discounted dumplings is one way to celebrate Women's Day. In honor of the big day, Mr. Shi's is giving ladies a discount on all dishes on the menu (RMB38), in addition to a special gift.

Wed Mar 8, 3-10pm; RMB38. Mr. Shi's Dumplings, see event listing.

Mar 10: InterNations Beijing Official March Event @ Vous

InterNations is hosting their next event at Vous on Friday. Expect great music and great company, as well as an excellent selection of wine from sponsor CHEERS. InterNations events are always a great way to mingle with international and multicultural friends. There will also be plenty of deals and prizes handed out throughout the night courtesy of Fu Tapas & Wine, Vous and LTL Mandarin School.

Fri Mar 10 7pm-2am; RMB130, RMB100 (Basic Member), RMB30 (Albatross Member). Vous Bar Sofitel Wanda, see event listing.

Mar 11: Women Who Code

Part of the Women in Tech Series, Women Who Code is about bringing together female developers who would like to communicate ideas and network in a comfortable atmosphere. A great opportunity for women in the technology community looking to meet like-minded professionals and friends. Sponsored by Microsoft. Note: This event is in Chinese.

Sat Mar 11, 1-5pm; Microsoft Building 1, 5 Danleng Jie, Haidian 海淀区丹棱街5号微软大厦1号楼 (for more info visit huodongxing.com/event)

Mar 10-12: Beijing International Craft Beer Festival

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Brewers from around the world – and their beer, of course – are coming to Beijing. The Beijing International Craft Beer Festival is setting up shop in TRB’s beautiful event space, Copper, this month for a weekend of boozing and schmoozing with some of the world’s most acclaimed brew masters. Join for a two-hour tasting session or, best of all, a one-of-a-kind dining event, the Brewer’s Brunch, where each course will be paired with a different festival beer.

RMB350 for tasting session, RMB650 for Brewer’s Brunch, RMB908 for weekend pass; see a Great Leap Brewing location for tickets and more information (see Listings for details)

Mar 11: Holi Festival

Head over to Punjabi to celebrate Holi (aka the festival of colors). They're going to be serving up a buffet of 21 Holi-themed dishes and free-flow drinks. And DJ Momo will be playing Bollywood beats all night long. The dress code is Indian.

Sat Mar 11, 7pm-late; RMB138 (RMB20 discount for with student ID). Punjabi, see event listing.

Have an event to list? Head here to list your upcoming event. We’ll choose the best new additions to feature on next week’s edition of ‘What's On in Beijing'.