Fun in the Sun: Top Family-Friendly Events for Everyone to Enjoy

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Going back to work or school after a long holiday weekend can be challenging, but it doesn't mean the fun has to end with the holiday. There are quite a few super fun family-friendly events happening in the next few days here in the capital that are worth checking out:

Chaoyang KaiWen Academy

Open House

Chaoyang KaiWen Academy sincerely invites parents to participate in a face-to-face talk in on May 4 with the principals to fully understand KaiWen’s teaching philosophy, curriculum settings, and school environment, and to learn more about the future of international education.

Where: 46 Baoquansan Jie, Chaoyang District

When: May 4, 2pm

Price: Free

Children’s Art Class

With Maria Kuzikova

Join Maria this Saturday at East Gate Plaza and let your kid get creative while making art. The theme for this session is “Pop Art Monkey.” The price for one session is RMB 150. Sign up by scanning the QR code below:

Where: 30/F, East Gate Plaza

When: May 6, 10.30am-noon

Price: RMB 150 / kid

Beijing Experience

Calligraphy Class

The family-friendly Beijing tour guide Cesar is back with an authentic Chinese calligraphy class in the hutongs this Saturday. This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to the secrets of this ancient Chinese art with experienced, native teachers. Maximum of 8 kids, aged 5 years and up. Add Cesar on WeChat (ID: cesarcasellas) to register!

Where: Meeting place at Dengshikou Subway line 5, Exit A

When: May 6, 4 - 5.30pm

Price: RMB199 (1 kid + parents), RMB299 (2 kids + parents)

Daystar Academy

Sports Day

Sign your budding basketball enthusiast up for an exclusive coaching opportunity with Chinese Basketball Association champion Yang Wenyu at this super fun sports carnival at Daystar Academy. There will also be lots of carnival games and food! For adults, there will also be a touch rugby event as well as a Spin-a-thon. The best part? All proceeds go to charity!

Where: Daystar Academy, Beigao Campus, No.2 Shunbai Road, Chaoyang district

When: May 7, 10am - 4pm

Price: Free for the carnival, RMB50 per kid for basketball coaching

Cooking Classes

for Kids at EAST

Cooking classes for kids are available every Saturday and Sunday at EAST Beijing. In May, kids will learn how to make sushi. Price is RMB 188/kid and includes one glass of fresh juice. For bookings and reservation, add: EBJ-RB

Where: 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang district

When: Every Saturday and Sunday, 12-2pm

Price: RMB 188/kid (sushi making), yearly packages available

The 25th

Preschool Tools

& Kindergarten

Supplies Exhibition

If you’re an educator looking for teaching supplies or a parent who simply needs stuff for their kid, you should be able to find everything you need at this year’s Preschool and Kindergarten Supplies Expo. BJKSE will be running from May 11 to May 13. For more info, check out our previous post here.

Where: China International Exhibition Center, 6 East Beisanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District

When: May 11-13

Price: Free

CISB

International Fair

CISB International Fair will take place on May 13 from 10am until 3pm. The International Fair is a celebration of the diverse cultures of the school, and families are welcome to join.

The event will feature a variety of food, games, music, and performances from all around the world. Please know that that will be a variety of vendors providing services. This is a great opportunity for families to come together and learn about different cultures and traditions. For more information, and to register, please scan the QR code on the poster.

Where: 38 Lianmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District

When: May 13, 10am-3pm

Price: Free

Wuyue Festival

- German Camping,

Food and Sports Day

The German Chamber of Commerce in China, North China will be hosting a new event on May 20 – the Wuyue Festival. There will be delicious German food, beer, fun family-friendly sports to play, an all-day charity flea market, pop-up stores, relaxing yoga, unique African fitness dance, and many more activities for everyone. You can bring your own picnic mat and even a tent to enjoy the sunshine and warm breeze in May!

For more info and to purchase tickets, please contact: [e-mail].
Children under 12 years old are free of charge. Tickets are required for those 12 years old and older.

Where: Dongfeng International Sports Park, Chaoyang District

When: May 20

Price: RMB 15/person (entrance); RMB 68/person (entrance+food)

And don't forget about these ongoing family-friendly events:

Mama & Baby Fit

& Lunch Time Yoga

With Marie

Join Marie and other moms for a light outdoor circuit training in Chaoyang Park! The sessions consist of cardio, strengthening, and toning full-body exercises, integrating your baby and the stroller. You meet other moms and get to enjoy a great community! Trial classes available. Marie also teaches yoga at Avisha Space, so you might want to join her on Thursdays for quick lunch break stretching sessions. Scan the QR codes on the posters to sign up.

Where: Mama & Baby Fit – Chaoyang Park/Lunch-time Yoga at Avisha Space

When: Mama & Baby Fit every Monday, 10.30-11.30am; Lunch-time Yoga every Thursday, 12.30-1.30pm

Price: Contact Marie for details

Broadway

Musical Theatre

Peter Ferrell is a Broadway musical teacher with national and international experience on film, stage, and television. The musical theatre program has been developed to help prepare students to become multi-skilled performers, and focuses on acting, singing, and dancing. The classes take place on Saturdays and are open for kids 5-10 years old. Trial classes are available (RMB 360). For more info, and to sign up, please scan the QR code on the poster.

Where: 3/F and 4/F, 7 Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District

When: Every Saturday from Mar 4 (ages 5-7: 1-3pm; ages 8-10: 4-6pm)

Price: RMB 5,400/15 sessions

Little Walker’s

Club

Let your kid join the Little Walker’s Club and enjoy the nice weather this weekend in Chaoyang Park with Maria Pieters and other little explorers. The kids will get to spend some quality time outdoors while having fun, making new friends, and playing some super fun games. Snacks are included in the price. Scan the QR code to book your spot.

Where: Chaoyang Park

When: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-noon

Price: RMB 650/kid

Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers

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