15 Awesome Things to Do This Weekend in Beijing

By That's Beijing, October 10, 2023

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Food & Drink

An Autumn Delicacy – Hairy Crab

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Autumn, the season of hairy crabs, has long been celebrated as a culinary tradition of "eating at the right time" in China. This tradition traces its roots back to ancient literati who savored these delicious crustaceans. The Celestial Court Chinese Restaurant at The St. Regis Beijing invites you to savor the golden taste of autumn with our seasonal delicacies. Indulge in the rich, juicy flavors of the plumpest and most flavorful crabs this season has to offer. Join us for a delightful dining experience that captures the essence of autumn in every bite.

Available from October 2023

The St. Regis Beijing, No.21 Jianguomenwai Street, Chaoyang


Franziskaner Beer and German Gourmet Festival

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Embrace the beauty of autumn and savor the passion of the Franziskaner Beer and German Gourmet Festival at The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing. Immerse yourself in the world of classic German flavors, indulge in free-flowing beer, and enjoy fantastic performances. Participate in interactive sessions with fellow guests, creating unforgettable memories of a pure German night with friends. Our star chef team has meticulously crafted a menu that authentically captures the essence of German cuisine. Franziskaner beer, one of the highlights, offers a mellow and dense taste with an endless aftertaste. Join us for a night of lively music, fun games, and holiday cheer with friends and family.

Public price RMB498/person

Online WeChat Store price RMB398/person

Until October 21, every Friday and Saturday night, 5.30pm - 9.30pm

The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing, No.83 Jianguolujia, Chaoyang


2023 8x8 Brewing

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Get ready for 8x8 2023! Brewers from China, Australia, and New Zealand are bringing 8 collaborative beers and 136 brews to Langyuan Vintage. Enjoy quality beer, food from Larry the Bird, In & Out Yunnan Cuisine, tattoos, massages, a DJ, and more. Mark your calendar for this beer lover's paradise after the holiday weekend!

October 13 - 14, 2023

Langyuan Vintage, No.18, Langjiayuan 6, Tonhuihe Bei Lu, Jianguomen Wai Dajie, Chaoyang


Vegan Vibes Brunch

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Join us for "Vegan Vibes @ Zarah," our exclusive 100% plant-based Sunday Brunch on October 15 from 10am to 2pm. Discover a variety of vegan-friendly brands while enjoying an all-you-can-eat plant-based brunch. Explore Beijing's vegan options with us!

October 15, 10am - 2pm

Zarah, No.46 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng


Music

Toxic 10th Anniv Series #2 w/ FORMA ft LIQUID EARTH

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A decade marks a significant milestone in the Chinese music industry. To celebrate TOXIC's 10th anniversary, we have lined up a series of celebratory events at various venues in the city. We've invited some of the biggest local record labels and the most promising music talents to join us in commemorating this special occasion. As part of the Toxic 10th-anniversary series #2 celebrations, we're thrilled to have FORMA, a duo exploring the symbiosis of sound and art, and special guest LIQUID EARTH from Los Angeles, onboard. Don't miss out on this musical extravaganza! 

RMB90 Before 11pm

RMB120 After 11pm

October 13, 2023

DADA Beijing, B1/F, Block A, Ritan International Trade Center, Chaoyang


HOUSE ON THE ROOF Finale

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Join us on October 14 for the final HOUSE ON THE ROOF party of the season at Casa Damián Lounge. Featuring HALO and guest DJ TERRY BLACO, along with resident DJs COSMOS BEAR, GIÓRGI, SPRUCE, and special guests SHAKTI & ZÜRKIYE. Expect breathtaking views, refreshing cocktails, and the latest House music. Don't miss this season's grand finale!

Early Bird, RMB80

Presale, RMB100

At Door, RMB120 

October 14, 6pm - 2am (Next Day)

Casa Damián Lounge, 8/F Building 1, Lido Cultural Center, Chaoyang


Sunday Jazz: Wu Yunnan Quintet

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This Sunday, take an eclectic tour of modern jazz with the Wu Yunnan Quintet. End your weekend on a high with the soulful sounds of Jazz, as this quintet return to Modernista for the first time this year! With Wu Tao's flute adding a unique flair, this one's sure to put a smile on your face.

October 15, 9pm - late

Modernista, No.44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng


Arts

Revel in the Universe's Infinite Flux

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Yuan Yunsheng is a legend in the 20th century Chinese painting world, ranging from a talented student to a renowned artist at home and abroad, from living abroad to returning to China to devote himself to the study of traditional Chinese modeling. As an outstanding artist trained by the Central Academy of Fine Arts, his talent is appreciated by many and can always attract the attention of the painting world. What is even more valuable is that his art is always not limited to a single form, but has a tenacious vitality of continuous negation and exploration.

Until October 15, 2023

CAFA Art Museum, No.8 Huajiadi Nan Road, Chaoyang


Inheritance and Future

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With culture, people continue to inherit; With art, we see the future. With the theme of "Inheritance and Future", the 2023 Beijing 798 Art Festival brings together resources inside and outside the 798 Art Zone, and presents a distinctive and inclusive art feast in the form of diversified art exhibitions, theme seminars and exchanges, artistic life experience, and public cultural activities.

Until October 26, 2023

798 Art District, No.4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang


Chun Kwang Young: The Dimension of Threshold

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Curated by curator Feng Boyi, this exhibition will feature more than 20 representative "Aggregation" series works created by the artist from 2003 to 2023.

Until October 29, 2023

Tang Contemporary Art, 798 Factory, No.2 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang


Magia Y Realidad

This is part of this year's Beijing International Design Week. Organized by the Embassy of Spain, Beijing International Design Week and supported by the Salvador Dalí Art Festival Foundation, the Spanish Tourism Board and the Instituto Cervantes, the exhibition brings together high-definition reproductions of 34 of the Spanish surrealist artistic genius's most famous paintings.

Until November 5, 2023

751 D-Park, 798 Art District, NO.4 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang


Ink Splendor and Cultural Context

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This exhibition selects 60 pieces (sets) of ancient landscape paintings from the collection of the Liaoning Provincial Museum and the National Art Museum of China.

Until November 19, 2023

National Art Museum of China Address No.1 Wusi Street, Dongcheng


Guardian of a Lifetime

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This exhibition focuses on more than 100 precious life photos of Xu Beihong and Director Liao Jingwen, and for the first time, more than ten portraits painted by Xu Beihong for Director Liao Jingwen, and more than 40 painstaking works by Mr. Xu Beihong inscribed "Jingwen Loving Wife Preservation," covering people, animals, landscapes, flowers, etc. 

Until November 26, 2023

Xu Beihong Memorial Museum, No.5 Xinjiekou North Street, Xicheng


Lifestyle

Cupid's Ride

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Join us for "Cupid's Ride," a fun-filled event by Rumble in the Jumble! Kiss #forthepups and support pet rescuers. If kissing isn't your style, buy raffle tickets to contribute. Enjoy shopping among our Rumblers from 12 to 6pm, with DJ Ennoealpha and DJ Synovac setting the mood. Get ready for smooches, music, and prizes!

October 14, 12noon to 6pm

Martini Huamao, Shop 102, No.19 Huamao North Area, Chaoyang


Beijing's New Landmark for Family-Friendly Activities

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Welcome to the first-ever nationwide flagship store of MELAND CLUB, a groundbreaking innovation that defies imagination! This colossal 10,000+ square meter space is a surreal animal mechanical theme park, setting the standard for innovation this year. Drawing inspiration from "insects, oceans, land, sky, and jungles," it seamlessly blends intricate mechanical devices with cutting-edge technology, creating an avant-garde sanctuary where machinery, art, and romantic fairy tales converge.

Featuring 9 major zones, 100+ attractions, and over 500 different ways to play, MELAND CLUB's flagship store unleashes boundless imagination for the young and old alike. Here, you'll embark on an unparalleled magical adventure alongside mechanical animals, delving into infinitely deep and marvelous realms. Get ready to explore and be enchanted!

MELAND CLUB, Gate 3, 1st Floor, Wukesong Wanda Plaza, Haidian


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