Golden Week is almsot over! If you are staying put this year, never fear because there are plenty of fantastic activities for you and your family to enjoy. As always, click the link in the event title for further details and ticketing info.

Thursday, Oct 8

Hutong Tour by Bespoke Beijing

If your eyes widened at the previous image, then this tour is definitely for you. One of the most beloved tours in the Bespoke Beijing calendar, the Hutong Tour takes visitors through some of the city’s oldest and most historic hutong neighborhoods. Starting with a special performance at the Drum Tower, visiting a private museum collection of 20th-century artifacts (including vintage kids toys), and stopping by to visit Mr. Liu, cricket-trainer extraordinaire, this tour is great fun for all ages and especially suited to newcomers. 

1.30-4.30pm. Drum Tower. RMB 450

Friday, Oct 9

YCIS Beijing to celebrate a quarter-century of innovation and excellence.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS). Exciting events and activities are planned for our school community to celebrate this landmark event on Friday, Oct 9 at their Honglingjin campus. Since its establishment, the school has evolved significantly but at its core, its values have remained unchanged.

YCIS Beijing is part of a network of schools founded in 1932 in Hong Kong by Madam Tsang Chor-hang, an ardent educator. When she founded the school at the young age of 16 her vision was guided by her values and principles as she sought to offer students a global perspective and to stretch education beyond classroom walls.

Click here to learn more.

9am-4pm. Qianmen Kitchen by BSK. RMB 150.

Saturday, Oct 10 – Monday, Oct 12

Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving at LAD, Imported Turkeys’ Home Delivery

Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for RMB 219 per adult and RMB 179 for children at Lily’s American Diner (LAD) Sanlitun restaurant.

For those wanting to enjoy dinner at home with friends and family, LAD delivers whole roasted imported turkeys for RMB 139/kg. Sides are 35 RMB per person and include homemade stuffing, mashed potato, sweet potato, vegetables, cranberry sauce, and gravy. They’re also offering the following pies at special pricing for your enjoyment: Apple Pie / Pumpkin Pie 8 inch for RMB 129 each.

JOE 131 4642 7090

Saturday, Oct 10 – Nov 8

2020 Chongqing Happy Valley

A lot of the haunts look pretty scary for kids, but they do have a haunted house that could test the frightful limits for slightly older kids. Even if they’re too spooked to walk through the haunted doors, the ambiance at Happy Valley’s Halloween is enough to make any family spooked!

Order tickets at the QR code before October 9 and only pay RMB 49.9, valid for one day use between October 10 – 16.

Wuji Beilu, Dongsihuan Lu 东四环路小武基北路, 6738 9898, http://bj.happyvalley.cn/, RMB 300 per day

Save the date! The 2020 JingKids International School Expo (JISE) is coming Oct 24 

With over 80 international schools in attendance, educational forums given by both parents and experts, activities for bourgeoning student entrepreneurs, and much much more, the Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) 2020 is something you can’t miss out on this coming October 24-25 at Beijing Renaissance Capital Hotel.

Attendance is free for all prospective parents, family members, and students. It’s the perfect opportunity to really get to know schools on a one-on-one basis before making decisions on your child’s education. Click here to register in advance to attend this year’s JISE.

KEEP READING: 5,000+ Families Search for the Perfect School at JISE, Oct 24 – 25

Images: courtesy of event organizers

Golden Week is upon us! If you are staying put this year, never fear because there are plenty of fantastic activities for you and your family to enjoy. As always, click the link in the event title for further details and ticketing info.

Thursday, Oct 1

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Party

The Black Sesame Kitchen team, who host some of the best cooking classes in Beijing are hosting a special Mid-Autumn-themed moon festival party all day this Thursday at their newly opened restaurant Qianmen Kitchen. Come along to enjoy mooncake making, baking and crafts, dumpling and tea tasting, and tours of the charming hutongs around the venue.

9am-4pm. Qianmen Kitchen by BSK. RMB 150.

Friday, Oct 2

Frida Kahlo and Her Mexican Inspiration

Looking for something to keep the kids entertained for a few days in a row this Golden Week? This special art course, a collaboration between Blossom Montessori and Atelier Art School which runs every day from Friday, Oct 2 to Tuesday, Oct 6 is all about legendary Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, and her unique cultural background, and how this influenced her art. Each day, there will be two separate sessions with the first (1.30-3.30) aimed at kids from 6-8 years old, and the second (4-6pm) for kids 9 years old and up.

Oct 2-6, from 1.30pm. Blossom Montessori. RMB 1300 per child

Saturday, Oct 3

The Great Race: Team Scavenger Hunt 2020!

This Saturday, teams of six will take to the streets of Beijing completing challenges, obstacles, and dares in a super fun team scavenger hunt. Beijingkids is proud to be a media partner of this fun community event, which is organized by local organization The Great Human Connection. It’s about team building, participation, collaboration, and most of all: fun. This event may not be suitable for very small children, as it will involve a lot of racing about and be rather fast-paced, but older kids and tweens will especially love this adventure, and all proceeds from the event will go towards MCF (Migrant Children’s Foundation) and Our Learning House, who are both working to support disadvantaged children.

1-6pm. Registration at The Great Outdoors. RMB 300 per team of 6

Monday, Oct 5 – Thursday, Oct 7

The Hutong’s MasterChef Cooking Course

Fancy yourself a whiz in the kitchen? This three-day course by The Hutong will make sure of it! Combining a mix of food-related workshops and hands-on cooking classes, it is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Chinese culture via food. Highlights from the course including making hand-pulled noodles, learning about Chinese tea tasting, a TCM approach to cooking, and how to navigate a Chinese wet market… not to mention a lot of delicious food! This one is best for older children and teens.

Oct 5-7, 10.30am – 4pm. The Hutong. RMB 2,500

Friday, Oct 8

Hutong Tour by Bespoke Beijing

If your eyes widened at the previous image, then this tour is definitely for you. One of the most beloved tours in the Bespoke Beijing calendar, the Hutong Tour takes visitors through some of the city’s oldest and most historic hutong neighborhoods. Starting with a special performance at the Drum Tower, visiting a private museum collection of 20th-century artifacts (including vintage kids toys), and stopping by to visit Mr. Liu, cricket-trainer extraordinaire, this tour is great fun for all ages and especially suited to newcomers. 

1.30-4.30pm. Drum Tower. RMB 450

Save the date! The 2020 JingKids International School Expo (JISE) is coming Oct 24 

Images: courtesy of event organizers