5th Annual Shuangjing Block Party Returns Sep 23
Once every year, Shuangjing – that little bubble in Beijing that you may have never had a reason to visit but you keep telling yourself you really should – comes alive on September 23 for their massive Shuangjing Block Party bonanza!
Not only is it a great excuse to explore deeper into the city's southeast corner, in an area known for its great restaurants and bars and a fun tight-knit community, but it just so happens to be one of the best events of the season, packed with entertainment like live music, a bouncy castle, and face-painting and clowns (if they're your thing). There'll also be a pets corner so even your furry buddies will feel right at home.
This year the organizers have conscripted the help of 60 food, drink, arts and craft vendors to keep the party going strong, and a never-ending spread of international food and drink booths to feed the young, the old, and the mildly inebriated.
Kids are welcome to join in on the eating, drinking, and being merry
The organizers of the event, Shuangjing vets Plan B, expect more than 5,000 people to attend this year, which will make it the biggest Block Party yet. The event officially runs from 1pm to 6pm, but the crowds will more than likely stick around and get progressively more jolly as the night wears on (trust us, as the event's official media sponsors, we've seen it).
Take a look at this mammoth crew:
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Andy's Craft Sausages
Antonia Sampson Jewelry
Arrow Brewery
Bear Kids
Beersmith
Bibini Carino Gelato
Big Bear Cookies
Bluestar Amg
Bonne Nani
Bubba's Pantry
Carez & Ruffware
Chariots Handmaydz
Chateaux Canine
Cheers
CK Culture Boutique
Crown Relocation
Da Tao Art
Dave's Studio
Duvel
Glo Kitchen & Fitness
Habesha Coffee
Honeywish Floral Boutique
Hongruixiang
Idmask
Jasmine Jewelry
Lepur
Lily Tattoo
Little Adoption Shop
Malacca Legend
Moncy Club
MoxiMoxi
Mr.Z
Naked Nut Butters
Nani's Creations
North Atlantic Group
Open Siberia
Palms La
Parwaaz Spice
Penny's Food Studio
Pin
Planet Choco
Qspace Silkscreening
Ron Mexico
Root Pop
Safia 100% Argan Oil
San Wu Tang
Sista Sista
Spatula
Tangroulou
Tava
The Bulk House
Thingamabob
Tianzheng Tiger Puffer
Trainyard Gym
Yeyo Coconut Yoghurt
Best yet, entry to the block is absolutely free so all you have to do is turn, wander aimlessly, and soak up some of that sweet Shuangjing hospitality! We look forward to seeing you there!
Photos courtesy of Plan B
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