No matter where in the world you’re from, the holiday season means mulled wine, cookies galore, and plenty of opportunities to mingle and check out the wares on sale at bazaars. It should also mean great food, and we have a lineup of our favorite holiday dinners here.

If you want to find that perfect gift for your Ayi, your teacher, or your boss, then you need to mark your calendars for all these incredible activities around town! Don’t forget to browse for yourself as well. We all deserve a little extra something for ourselves in 2020.

The Beijing Flea Market
Dec 5, 12-6pm
Shop local handmade and design goods, food, wine, and more in the heart of Sanlitun at the holiday edition of The Beijing Flea Market. Enjoy a hot chocolate from The Local or Peach by Hulu while you browse wares from vendors like Liuba Draws, Pinyin Press, The Hutong, Halo Hummus, Antonia Sampson, The Green Room, and much, much more.

INN 2020 Holiday Bazaar
Dec 5, 2-4pm
The International Newcomer’s Network (INN) community isn’t just for Beijing’s newbies. You can always find great information and help for all your needs around town. This week’s holiday bazaar is sure to be a fun way to meet new people and reconnect with others!

The Hutong Winter Fayre
Dec 12,11am-6pm
With a “warm winter” theme, The Hutong once again opens its doors to local vendors and neighboring families alike. Find everything from chocolates to jewelry to postcards, and a special mulled wine. Plus, our sister site, the Beijinger, is a sponsor!

Rumble in the Jumble Vintage Christmas Bazaar
Dec 12, 12-6pm
Secondhand, handmade, and vintage specialties abound at this cool bazaar. You can also stop by our own beijingkids table to add to our gratitude tree or grab another special treat. Can’t wait to see you!

Europlaza Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Festivities
Dec 12, 5-8pm
This one has everything: a choir, caroling, tree lighting, Santa Claus, and all the goodies that come with Christmas!

CBD Christmas 2020 Social Event
Dec 18, 6-9.30pm
Grab a seat for this buffet dinner at the CBD Restaurant in the Grand Millenium Beijing! Bring a wrapped gift, and participate in the great Gift Exchange!

Rumble in the Jumble Winter Solstice Bazaar
Dec 20, 12-6pm
If you get this close to Christmas and still don’t have all your gifts in a row, a quick and fun stop at the Winter Solstice Bazaar will sort you out! Stay tuned for more details, but the Rumble team of vendors and guests never disappoint.

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Photos: courtesy of the event organizers, Pexels