14 Awesome Upcoming Events in Beijing

By That's Beijing, May 29, 2025

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Food & Drink

Dragon Boat Festival Delights at Shangri-La Beijing

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In celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival, Shangri-La Beijing is featuring a series of F&B offerings from each of their dinning outlets. The hotel’s signature Chinese restaurant, Shang Palace, will offer a family set menu featuring its signature dish, Peking Roast Duck. Nishimura Restaurant will highlight a charcoal-grilled Wagyu beef set menu.

Known as one of the most substantial buffets in the market, Café CHA will present a Dragon Boat Festival–themed seafood buffet, featuring multiple choices of seafood and hot dishes, as well as free flow of soft drinks, juices, local beer, and wine.

AZUR by Mauro Colagreco, the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, will offer 30% off the M7 Tomahawk steak. Don’t miss the beer garden, where guests can enjoy the summer breeze with a free flow of selected Tsingtao beer at only RMB128 per person.

May 31

Shang Palace: Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, Dinner: 5.30 – 9.30

Nishimura: Lunch: 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30-10pm

Café CHA: Lunch: 11.30am-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30-9pm

AZUR: Lunch: 11.30am-2pm Dinner: 5.30 – 9.30pm

Lobby Lounge: 9am-10.30pm

Shang Palace: RMB1,800/set suitable for 5 to 6 persons

Nishimura: RMB888/set for two persons

Café CHA: RMB698/person *includes free flow of soft drinks, juice, local beers and house wine with signature dish pass-around and kid's activity.

AZUR: Special Price RMB1,672 (original price RMB2,388)

Lobby Lounge: RMB128/person featuring a live music performance

Shangri-La, No.29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian


Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing Launches its First collaboration Afternoon Tea

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Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing joins hands with de Gournay, the renowned British hand-painted wallpaper brand, to unveil the "Garden Escape" afternoon tea experience. This cross-disciplinary collaboration transforms the Maple Lounge into an immersive space where art, nature, and gastronomy converge. From de Gournay’s tailor-made hand-painted wallpaper for hotel and porcelain plates to the meticulously crafted afternoon tea delights and the serene ambiance of the hotel’s courtyard, every element promises diners a multi-sensory journey blending sight, touch, taste, smell, and sound.

Until July 7, 12-2.30pm, 3-5.30pm

CNY 888/person *includes free flow coffee, tea and one glass of Champagne

Maple Lounge at Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing, No. 1 Caochang Alley 10, Dongcheng


Café Royal’s Children's Day Brunch

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Join Bob the Minion and Gru from Despicable Me for a delightful dining experience at Café Royal. Enjoy a wide selection of fresh sashimi, live grill stations, international Chinese and Western specialties, and Asian cuisine—along with exclusive Universal-themed desserts.

After your meal, children can participate in fun outdoor activities such as water gun battles and ball games on the lawn. For those who prefer a quieter time, swings and play areas provide a relaxing retreat.

June 1, 12-3pm

RMB398, RMB199/child ages 3-11

Café Royal, 1F NUO Resort Hotel-Universal Beijing Resort, No.1 Sunrise Avenue, Tongzhou


Celebrity Guest Chef Nicola Sangiovanni - Regent Beijing's World Gourmet Tour 2025

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Join Regent Beijing for a special evening and Experience an exquisite 7-course dinner for RMB 666 per person. Add a curated wine pairing for an additional RMB 388 to enhance your dining journey.

June 5 & 6, 6-9.30pm

RMB666/7-courses, RMB388/wine pairing

17th F Skyline Pop-Up Restaurant, Regent Beijing, No.99 Jinbaojie, Dongcheng


Children’s Day Celebration at Regent Beijing

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Make it a magical Children’s Day to remember! There will be cupcake decorating and ‘Clown Show Fun.’ Enjoy 4.5 hours of free-flow Champagne or sparkling wine

May 31-June 2, 11.30am-4pm

RMB388/3 courses, RMB194/child, RMB888/5 courses

Regent Beijing, No.99 Jinbaojie, Dongcheng


Summer into Verse Afternoon Tea at The St. Regis Beijing

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Inspired by the creativity of artist’s canvas, this innovative afternoon tea set transforms savory and sweet delicacies into vibrant brushstrokes, orchestrating romantic summer moments that embody the poetic essence of the lazy afternoons.

The ‘Summer into Verse’ afternoon tea takes its design inspiration from the conception of an oil painting, elevating the traditional afternoon experience into a delectable work of art. Each dessert is meticulously arranged, reminiscent of colors dancing upon a canvas, paying homage to culinary artistry while uniquely reinterpreting the romance of summer. Their pastry chefs have crafted a seasonal symphony using nature’s finest pigments: blueberries, oranges, and mangoes lend their vivid color and flavors. 

Daily, 2-5pm

RMB588/set; WeChat Price RMB468/set

Garden Lounge, 1F The St. Regis Beijing, No.21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang


Magical Children’s Day at Slowboat

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To celebrate Children's Day, bring your little captains to Slowboat for a special voyage of flavor!

May 31 & June1

Spend RMB199 and get a magical hat, Spend RMB399 and get a special pillow

All Slowboat locations


Feast BBQ Brunch Returns to EAST Beijing

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Summer just got tastier at EAST Beijing. The award-winning FEAST BBQ Brunch makes its anticipated return, bringing with it a reinvigorated lineup of dishes that turn every bite into a global flavor adventure.

Guests can indulge in a sizzling array of barbecue favorites—juicy lamb chops, whole grilled fish, smoky wings, and crispy pork belly—alongside classic Beijing-style electric skewers. Complementing the grill station, made-to-order pizzas and calzone bubble away in the open-fire oven, delivering the perfect mix of texture, aroma and taste.

June to August

Every Sat & Sun: 11.30am-3pm

FEAST, East Hotel Beijing, No.22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang


Spring Weekend Brunch at Slowboat Shichahai

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Spring has arrived at Slowboat Shichahai Taproom, and they are thrilled to unveil our upgraded weekend brunch!  Dive into the Surfer Brunch Burrito, savor the bold flavors of Cuban-style hash, indulge in classic French toast, or spice things up with their spicy chicken and waffles. Vegan options are also on the menu to delight every palate.

Pair your meal with a DIY Mimosa, bubbly, or choose from 20 craft beers on tap. Gather your crew and soak up the season on their rooftop terrace and lakeside outdoor seating with stunning views of Qinhai Lake.

Sat & Sun, 11am-3pm

Slowboat Shichahai Taproom, Bldg 2, No. 51 Di'anmen Dajie, Xicheng


28 Days Dry-Aged Beef: Five Flavors Journey at InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun

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Nestled on the third floor of the trendy InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, Char Bar & Grill proudly presents its ’28 days dry-aged beef’. This menu combines premium dry-aged Wagyu beef with iconic Chinese regional flavours, emphasising natural ingredients, tradition and culinary artistry. Each dish showcases the rich texture of 28 days dry-aged beef paired with distinctive spices and sauces from across China, offering a gastronomic adventure.

Available now, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm

CHAR Bar & Grill, InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, No. 1 South Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang


Summer Delights at Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin

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Enjoy delicious cocktails, creative desserts, and great summer vibes at the Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin. Have a fantastic set of cakes, tarts, mousse and teas in a relaxing setting to celebrate the warm days ahead.

June 1-September 9

RMB468/set

Four Seasons Tianjin, No.138 Chifeng Ave, Heping, Tianjin


Business Lunch at IBERICO by TRB

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This summer, step into Iberico by TRB and discover a sophisticated take on traditional Spanish flavors. Our special weekday lunch menu, priced at only ¥95, features a thoughtfully composed selection of dishes — from vibrant starters to hearty mains — each crafted with fresh ingredients and a modern Mediterranean touch.

Weekdays, 11.30am-2.30pm

RMB95

Iberico by TRB, No. 53 Maizidian Street, Chaoyang


Lifestyle

MamaMoove in the Park

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Get fit in a fun outdoor class… MOOVE, connect, and have fun with other moms and their babies. Please bring a yoga mat or picnic blanket, water, sunscreen, mosquito repellant and supplies for your baby.

Fridays. 10-11.15am

RMB118

Chaoyang Park West Gate


Australia Exchange - Contemporary Australian Art in the Brian Wallace Collection

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The works in this exhibition were created by Australian artists with diverse ethnic and cross-cultural backgrounds. This includes local Australian artists such as Carolyn Fitzpatrick, Gregory Pryor, Kim Vernon, Kim Westcott, Michael Cartright, and Tony Scott, who have visited or worked in China. This collection of works focuses on cultural integration in the Asia-Pacific region.

Until June 1

Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm

Red Gate Gallery, 798 Art District, No.2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang


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