10 Awesome Events to Catch in Beijing This Weekend

By Yinmai O'Connor, June 5, 2025

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Music

Homayoun Sakhi at DDC

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In 2024, the art of the rubab was inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, becoming a shared treasure for humanity to safeguard. In the hands of Homayoun Sakhi, the rubab is not just an echo of history but the heartbeat of the modern world. Through its strings, he opens a “door to the soul,” inviting listeners to experience the dialogue and fusion of Eastern and Western civilizations through music.

June 8, 9pm

RMB280 

DDC, B1 Ritan International Trade Center, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang


Ken & Band: Rockabilly Night at Modernista

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Friday night, turn back the clock and turn up the volume with Ken & Band! Serving up a rockin’ mix of rockabilly, blues, and vintage classics, they bring the spirit of the ’50s alive with every riff and rhythm. After the band, DJ Lennon steps in with a crate full of dancefloor gems from across the decades. And yes—late night shot happy hour is on. Classic tunes, cool moves, strong drinks. Let’s go.

June 6, 9pm

Free entry

Modernista, No.44 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng


Toxic: Waterlou at Solo Beijing

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WalterLou is a Berlin-based DJ whose sound flows between groovy, uplifting house music and energetic, cosmic techno. With over a decade behind the decks, his journey began in western Germany as part of the Brotlose Kunst collective, before taking him to the vibrant underground scene of Beijing and iconic venues like Lantern Club or Yinyang festival - eventually leading him to the capital of electronic music, Berlin.

June 7, 9pm

Solo Studio, No. 4 Commercial Street, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang


Shy People at Zhao Dai

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This Friday, the internet generation of Latin American club music promoters in the post-pandemic era CRRDR Will contribute to our closing party in Beijing and welcome another underground reception to gather! Shy People Helmsman 10000 And good friend DJ TRUCK, Tsing On-site support.

June 6, 10pm

Zhao Dai, Genasi Mansion, No.19 Xinyuanli Xilu, Chaoyang


Natural Flavor Party: The Skyline

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This is not only a party, But also a landmark symbol Natural Flavor shares and spreads black music culture. From classic to modern styles, 80’s Funk & Soul, 90’s East Coast & West Coast, 2000’s R&B, but also Trap & Drill from modern trends, DJ’s mixing will make this music like a special cocktail, bringing you to discover a fresh and dope music, welcome to Natural Flavor!

June 7, 10pm

RMB100

CJ Lounge, 1401-1403, 14F, 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang


Deepdown x Timekeepers: A Night of Music, Ink, and Energy

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Get ready for an electrifying night at Deepdown x Timekeepers — where beats, ink, and energy collide. Dance to killer DJ sets, vibe with the crowd, and maybe even leave with fresh ink. This isn’t just a party — it’s a full experience.

June 7, 9pm

Free entry

Timekeepers, No.40 Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng


Wired at DDC

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DDC brings together three acts from across the globe for a night of genre-bending sound and emotional charge. From the eclectic, multi-genre fusion of Muti, to the atmospheric instrumental storytelling of Fiaba, and the explosive punk-pop chaos of PizzaFace, this lineup connects worlds, rewires rhythms, and plays with everything that makes music intoxicating.

June 7, 9pm

RMB108

DDC, B1 Ritan International Trade Center, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang


Back to 90s at Celestial

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Get ready for iconic Chinese and English hits that defined an era!

June 6, 9pm

Free entry

Celestial, 2F No.74 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng


Lifestyle

MÝO Workshop: Be the Alchemist of Your Own Destiny

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This is no ordinary perfume class. Here, you’ll claim what’s yours—blending together 3 of 21 intentions into a gemstone vial, with nine drops whispering a promise to yourself. MÝO (Mix Ýour Own) isn’t just mixing; it’s the art of declaring "This is mine, all mine."

Enjoy the ritual, then a feast – after conjuring your potion, surrender to Sea Strings’ immersive soundscapes and shared Mediterranean plates. Sip discounted drinks in the glow of what you’ve created.

June 7, 3-6pm

320/solo, 300/duo, 288/trip

2F, #024 Lifestyle Space, Sanlitun


Sunday Movie Night at Timekeepers

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Join Timeskeepers Sunday at for the movie screening of Wayne’s World (94 mins). Come enjoy a fun night with great film and good company—also happening at Timekeepers.

June 8, 8pm

Free entry

Timekeepers, No.40 Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng


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