The Best Upcoming Family Events (Aug 13-18)

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Let’s dive into this week’s collection of fun family-friendly events right here in Beijing.

As always, scan the QR codes for further details and ticketing info.

Fri, Aug 13

Moms to Be – Join us for Prenatal Palooza

They say that nothing can really prepare you for parenthood… but it doesn’t hurt to try, right? Prenatal palooza – held at BJU this weekend – is designed to help moms-to-be feel prepared and informed before the birth of their child. The 4-hour session will feature discussions about prenatal nutrition, breastfeeding, and includes a relaxing prenatal yoga class. To top that off, a delicious lunch from Peach by Hulu is also included.

11am-2pm. Beijing United Family Hospital (BJU). Free

Fri-Sun, Aug 13-15

Samajam Kids Show 2 – Djembe

Get your groove on this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Samajam Kid’s Show. Samajam is an interactive musical show, where everybody gets several instruments and actually takes part in the performance, specifically designed for kids. There are multiple performance times and dates throughout the weekend, so you’ve got no excuse to miss out on this party!

10.30am/3.30pm/7.30pm. The Future Theatre (11 Yuyuantan South Road Haidian Beijing). From RMB 180.

Sat, Aug 14

Kids Art Class: Elephants (Online)

Hosted by Australian artist and art educator Rachel Caroll, this special online art class is all about illustrating beautiful elephants! Using a range of craft materials (whatever you have is fine), your child will learn step by step how to bring these magnificent creatures to life on the page.

8-9am Beijing time. Online. RMB 124 ($26.09 AUD)

Tues, Aug 17

Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Series with Lainy

Here’s another one for expectant or new moms: Join experienced yoga teacher and mother of two, Lainy in a series of pre- and post-natal yoga classes. Throughout the classes, you’ll develop a strong, flexible body and mindset, setting you up to enjoy this transformational phase of life. Join for the full five-class package, or drop in on a class-by-class basis. PS, Taozi Tree also offer a Postnatal Yoga With Babies class on Mondays.

10.30-11.15am. Taozi Tree Yoga. RMB 850

Canceled

The ever-popular Roundabout Book Fair, due to take place this weekend, has been canceled over concerns about COVID-19 transmission. Stay tuned, as we’ll let you know when an alternative date is set.

Save the Date…

On Aug 21, coach Charlene Ng will be hosting a Self Compassion For Teens workshop. Teenage years can be a tough time, and with the pressures of school and life, it’s all too easy to get down on oneself and suffer from negative self-talk, issues that this workshop aims to alleviate.

And don’t forget about these ongoing events and exhibitions…

Mars 2035 Immersive Science & Art Exhibition (ends Aug 31). If you’ve ever wanted to discover the red planet for yourself, now’s your chance at this great interactive exhibition.

Miyazaki Hayao and Ghibli’s World Animation Art Exhibition (ends Oct 10). Kids absolutely love the rich and magical world of Studio Ghibli animations, and this exhibition gives them a chance to experience it all up close and in person!

2021 Beijing International Light Festival (ends Oct 10). Pretty lights, lasers, stunning displays…this is one nighttime event worth keeping the kids up for.

Images: courtesy of the event organizers, Pexels

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