6 Things to Do in Beijing This Week

May 14: Rhodes

English singer-songwriter RHODES is at Yue Space this Monday night. The soulful indie musician has been the supporting act for big talent like Sam Smith in the UK and has even performed at Glastonbury Festival in 2015. He's known for singles like 'Let It All Go,' featuring vocals by English indie folk singer Birdy, and ambient dance pop hit 'Your Soul.' 

Mon May 14, 8.30pm; RMB120 (presale), RMB160 (door); Yue Space, see event listing.

May 18: Moonglow Burlesque's Vintage Boudoir

Get ready for another night of glitz and glamour – Moonglow Burlesque is back at Modernista with their 'Vintage Boudoir' cabaret show featuring Italian burlesque guest star Jolie Tease.

Fri May 18, 10pm; free entry; Modernista, see event listing.

May 18-20: Le Corsaire Ballet

Le Corsaire graces NCPA this month, courtesy of one of Russia’s best-known ballet companies. With a long history dating back to 1776, The Bolshoi Ballet’s performance of the show, which is loosely based on Lord Byron’s poem ‘The Corsair,’ is set to wow. 

Fri May 18-Sun May 20, 7pm; RMB500-1,280; Opera House of NCPA, see event listing. Buy tickets here.

May 18-Sept 2: 100 Days of Summer BBQ

Celebrate hot summer days at Asia Bistro with some sumptuous outdoor BBQ and seafood on the cozy terrace. Cool off with cold beer and refreshing drinks. Every attendee can also enter a raffle for a chance to win a round trip ticket from Thai Airways.

Through Sept 2, Wed-Sat, 6-10pm; RMB398/person (buffet & BBQ); Asia Bistro @ JW Marriott Hotel Beijing, see event listing.

May 20: 'Run to the Beat' Marathon

Taking place at the beautiful Ming Tomb Reservoir scenic loop, Run to the Beat 2018, Beijing’s first music half marathon, is more than just a run, with live bands and DJs accompanying the event’s festivities. Choose between a 5, 10 or 21km route. After the prize ceremony, the live music continues. Plus, if you have the stamina, you can also visit one of Beijing’s archaeological sites. 

Sun May 20, 8am; RMB138-238 (+RMB188 upgrade); Ming Tombs Reservoir, see event listing. Buy tickets here. 

May 20: Temple Fair

The three temples located at the top of Yaji Mountain, built during the Tang, Ming and Qing dynasties, are nice, but the true attraction is the colorful temple fair that’s held there every year. If this sounds like you, and you don’t mind climbing stairs, join Beijing Hikers for a one-day trip to the temples, where you can meet fortunetellers and performers. 

Sun May 20, 8am-5:30pm; RMB450, RMB405 (members), includes one meal; departure from Lido Hotel Starbucks (book via www.beijinghikers.com), see event listing.

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