16 Awesome Upcoming Events in Beijing
Food & Drink
CHAR Mix at InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun
InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun has invited Roy Pan, executive chef of Regent Chongqing, and Kevin Wang, executive sous chef of InterContinental Xi‘an North, to combine the best of Chinese and Western style cooking. Along with Juli Lewa, the executive pastry chef at InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, and Steven Qian, CHAR chef de cuisine, they are presenting an unprecedented food feast of eight kinds of dishes for the “CHAR mix”.
Steven Qian, who has focused Western food for more than 10 years, presents two starters—smoked tomato salmon and sweet shrimp green beans caviar cuttlefish chips—as a light start to this culinary journey. Roy Pan has more than 20 years of experience in the art of dining. He has designed a Uroko-Yaki snapper with Sichuan spicy sauce to wake up your taste buds, as well as Australian Ranger Valley M5 ribeye cap. Kevin Wang blends the ancient charm of Xi’an with modern flavors. The seafood and mellow local snacks complement each other to offer an unprecedented food adventure. Juli Lewa’s peach blossom tree dessert is the perfect ending to the meal.
Until August 31, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm
Reservations: 010 8516 0065
CHAR Bar & Grill, InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, No. 1 South Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang
MAHA Rooftop Garden BBQ
Bring along your friends and family to enjoy the cool evening breeze and city night lights while feasting on a BBQ buffet with Inner Mongolian grilled lamb legs, Angus beef fillets, Rushan oysters and more. In addition, a live DJ will keep the music vibes going.
August 23 & 30
RMB588/person
Scan QR code to make a reservation
*Reserve at least three days in advance to get an early bird price of RMB498
MAHA Club & Residences Chaoyang Park, No.8 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang
Champagne Chic: A No-Sulfure Tasting Experience at La Copa
Join us for an exclusive champagne tasting event featuring some of the trendiest small-batch, no-sulfur champagnes. Experience the latest in champagne fashion and savor unique flavors from renowned producers.
August 17, 2.30-5pm
La Copa, No. 108, 1F Jinshangyuan Building, Building 20, Xinyuanli West, Xindong Lu, Chaoyang
Music
La Social Night at Migas
Migas is back again with another La Social night on the terrace! This Saturday rock out to all your favorite tunes with special guest, DJ Charles N Tonic! In support will be Alex & Al to keep the good vibes rolling all night long. Their amazing bartender Fei Fei will be shaking up a storm and mixing La Social’s signature Totuma Mojitos all night long. Join Migas for some Latin heat and get ready to dance up a storm!
August 17, 10pm-late
Early Bird Ticket: RMB88
Regular Ticket: RMB108
Door Price: RMB128
Migas Mercado, 7F China World Mall, No.1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang
Nocturnal at Migas Mercado
Originally hailing from the south of Germany, Jay Enso started his DJ journey at the age of 16. He perfected his mixing techniques and music selection whilst playing various gigs and festivals throughout Germany. He is back in Beijing after two and a half years to bring his fresh beats to Migas with some Deep House, House & Tech House vibes.
August 16, 10pm-late
Free Entry
Migas Mercado, 7F China World Mall, No.1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang
Rolling Yoga & Elevator Maniac Express at ByeByeDisco
ByeByeDisco is hosting an exploratory combination of electronic music and yoga movement. They have invited a senior professional yoga teacher to teach a class before the party dance begins. He will lead you through a very special ‘impromptu rolling yoga’ class from 9-10pm.
August 17, 9pm-late
Yoga and Party: RMB128
Party Ticket: RMB80
ByeByeDisco, No.53 Maizidian Road, Chaoyang
Local Hero at 3X3 x Aurora
This Friday, “3X3 x AURORA” brings together two legends in the Chinese underground electronic dance music scene. Yang Bing and Mickey Zhang will join hands to present a legendary B2B, taking you into a world full of rhythm and energy!
August 16, 9pm-late
RMB100
3×3 on the Roof, L2 THE BOX, No.12 Chaowaijie, Chaoyang
Afro Beats at Modernista
Join Modernista this Friday for an unforgettable night with the Afro Gents! Get ready to feel the electrifying Afro beats as they mix Afro funk and blues into a musical experience that’ll make your spirit dance. DJ Jagerzhadan will take over, spinning tracks that’ll keep you dancing on the dance floor until the very last song.
August 16, 9pm-late
Free Entry
Modernista, No.44 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng
Pot of Gold at Zhao Dai
Kasra Vaseghi moved to London from Tehran in 2010 at the age of 17 and became one of NTS Radio’s strongest forces for nearly a decade at the age of 21. Tangerine Dream, Yello, Spray, Mad Miran, Byron Yeates, Sepehr, Fantastic Man, Kim Ann Foxman and other famous bands, DJs, and electronic musicians were guests on his program. As a Middle Eastern musician living in London, he brings a rare exposure to the local and Middle Eastern underground music scene.
August 16, 10pm-late
Tickets TBA
Zhao Dai, Genasi Mansion, No.19 Xinyuanli Xi Lu, Chaoyang
INTRO Electronic Music Festival
A number of Chinese artists will be playing the legendary electronic music festival INTRO. INTRO made China an emerging center of the electronic music scene and has also built a bridge between Chinese electronic musicians and the international electronic music industry.
August 17 & 18, 1-9pm
One-day Pass: RMB229
Two-day Pass: RMB399
VIP Package: RMB3200 (1-8 people)
Shougang Park, No. 68 Shijingshan Lu, Shijingshan
Sunset Pool Party
Summer is coming soon to an end so don’t miss the fourth edition of the Pool Party! There will be a great line up of DJs, an MC, dance show, beer pong, games and a professional photographer.
August 17, 4pm-Midnight
Pre-Sale: RMB158
Door: RMB188
Young Bar, Guoce International Hotel, No.6, Huihai Xilu, Shunyi
One Drop at DDC
One Drop is a thunder band composed of musicians of different nationalities. It includes musicians from Africa, Cuba, the United States, and China. The band was founded in Beijing in 2012. One Drop continues to spread the message of love and unity with its lyrical melodies and lyrics.
August 17, 9pm-late
100RMB
DDC, Ritan International Trade Center, Ground Floor, 39 Shenlu Street, Chaoyang
DJ Tamati at Dada
Tamati is a talented DJ and producer hailing from Milan, Italy. As a resident DJ at Milan’s famous Le Cannibale parties and a key member of one of the most renowned groups in Northern Italy, he has become an integral figure in Milan’s vibrant music scene.
August 17, 9pm-late
RMB60 before 11pm
RMB90 after 11pm
Dada Beijing, B1 Ritan International Trade Center Block A, No.17 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang
Lifestyle
Ice Bath at JinShang
Feeling the summer heat? Escape the sweltering temperatures and revitalize your mind and body with a refreshing Ice Bath Event in Beijing. Experience the amazing benefits of cold plunging. Enhance your mood and reduce stress, boost your immune system and improve circulation, as well as quench inflammation and speed up recovery times.
August 18, 11.30-12.30pm
RMB128/bath
Jinshang Biohacking Studio, No.20 Xinyuanli Xilu, Chaoyang
Great Leap x China Power
Get ready for an electrifying day of elite MMA training as two of China’s premier UFC fighters, Li Jingliang and Song Kenan, join forces with the renowned Great Leap and AMA LAB teams for a groundbreaking event! On August 18, 2024, witness an extraordinary showcase of martial arts excellence and cutting-edge training techniques designed to elevate combat skills to new heights. Enjoy three free trial classes before watching the championships at Great Leap in Lido.
August 18, 9.30-4pm
AMA Lab Headquarters, B1-09 Dongfang Financial Center, No.5 Jingmi Lu, Chaoyang
Gempita Merdeka Indonesian Fair
In celebration of Indonesia’s Independence Day, the Indonesian Embassy will be putting on an Indonesian Fair this Saturday. The theme of the festival is ‘Wonderful Indonesia’ and there will be Indonesian food and products to buy as well as Indonesian song and dance performances. Scan QR code to make reservations.
August 17, 11am-6.30pm
Indonesian Embassy, No.4 Dongzhimen Waidajie, Chaoyang