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The following is an updated list of the most family-friendly Christmas markets and fairs that are taking place in Beijing in December that are still available to attend! There are quite a few new additions so look closely…

Secret Santa 

Virtual Market

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Think it’s too cold to go out shopping for Christmas gifts? Shop your Christmas list from the comfort of your own home in this Secret Santa Virtual Market WeChat group that kicks off Dec 1 at 10 am! Local vendors will showcase their wares with pictures and info all day long and you can get these delivered to your doorstep. Talk about fuss-free shopping!

When: Starting Fri, Dec 1
Where: Online

Christmas Market 

at Gulou Factory

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Think of this as a Christmas Market but with the spunk and charm of the art and vintage markets that thrive in the depths of the Dongcheng hutongs, with kids’ activities and a visit from “Chinese Santa Claus” for good measure. Plus, it’s all indoors and spread out over two floors, so you’ll be able to browse about, keep warm, find something you like, indulge in a bit of food and drink, and ring in Christmas and the holidays Gulou style.

When: Sat, Dec 2, 1-7 pm
Where: The Factory, 135 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District
Price: Free

Trio Christmas Market

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Trio’s wine Christmas market is back! All I want for Christmas is … wine! Wine lovers can try over 30 different wines while browsing through gifts and snacks for the holiday.

When: Dec 2 from 1 – 5 pm
Where: Trio Wine. Level 1, North Tower, Shangdu SOHO 9 Dongdaqiao Road
Price: RMB 198 for early bird. RMB 258 at the door.

BCIS Christmas Bazaar

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Beijing City International School (BCIS), in partnership with Roundabout’s Helping Hands Project, brings Santa Claus to town at the annual BCIS Christmas Bazaar on Sun, Dec 3, at the BCIS Main Campus. Celebrate the holidays and see beautiful Christmas lights and decorations, do some Christmas shopping, and embrace holiday cheer with festive music and food.

When: Sun, Dec 3, 10 am-2 pm
Where: BCIS Main Campus, 77 Baiziwan Nan’erlu, Chaoyang District
Price: Free

BSB Sanlitun’s 

Christmas Cracker

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Enjoy Christmas games and crafts for the kids, fabulous food and gifts, performances by the BSB Sanlitun Christmas Choir, a special appearance by Santa Claus, and stand to win exciting raffle prizes at the British School of Beijing (BSB) Sanlitun’s Christmas Cracker event on Sun, Dec 3. There’s no need to register so simply show up and have a good time with the family!

When: Sun, Dec 3, 10 am-2 pm
Where: The British School of Beijing, 7 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District
Price: Free

BSB Shunyi 

Winter Fayre 

German Market

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Families and friends are invited to join the British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi Winter Fayre & German Market for a fun-filled evening on Saturday, Dec 9! Enjoy a traditional German Market with wooden huts outdoors. There will be vendors selling gift items and a selection of hot food including sausages, Goulash soup, fresh waffles, hot chocolate mulled wine etc. The students’ musical performances and the lighting of the tree will add to the festive feel. Children can play games organized by our teachers and even have a chance to meet Santa!

Entrance tickets are RMB 10 each and will be donated to Dew Drops charity. Each Entrance Ticket will receive 1 free Lucky Draw Raffle ticket for a chance to win great prizes!

When: Sat, Dec 9, 3.30 pm-7 pm
Where: BSB Shunyi, South Side 9 Anhua Jie
Price: RMB 10

Christmas

Art & Music 

Festival

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Saturday, Dec 9 from 4:30-7:30 pm OASIS Jensen Moreno will be teaching kids to create oil paintings of Christmas trees. Bring the family and enjoy live music, toy donation dropoff for Migrant Children Foundation, play kids’ games, and enjoy the Christmas market.

When: Dec 9, 4.30 -7.30 pm
Where: Oasis International Hospital
Price: Free

The Children’s House 

Christmas Charity Bazaar

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The Children’s House will be hosting a charity Christmas Bazaar with lots of kids’ Christmas crafts and games, as well as some cool Christmas gifts for the family. Scan the QR code on the posters for more info and to register.

When: Dec 9, 9.30am-noon
Where: The Children’s House, 1 Nanshilju Lu, Dongfeng Xiang, Chaoyang
Price: Free

Cheesy Pizza Fest

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Pizza on Earth! Cheesy Pizza Fest will be coming to the capital Dec 9-10! Brought to you by TABASCO®, this year the fest will be taking place inside Central Station at Langyuan Station. There’ll be 20+ vendors slinging all kinds of pizza for you to try! The Beijinger has listened to your feedback and has encouraged our vendors to offer smaller portions so that you can fit more in your bellies. All vendors will be selling pizza by the slice so that you can try as many different pizza places as possible. Rumor has it that some vendors may even be creating special Christmas-themed pizzas just for the Fest!

To stay up to date with all things pizza related you can ask to be added to our Beijing Pizza Lovers group chat. Just scan the QR code below to add TBJButler and ask to be added to the group!

When: Sat, Dec 9 – 10 from 11am – 10pm
Where: Inside Central Station at Langyuan Station
Price:
Standard Early Bird Ticket: RMB 22 (RMB 45 value)
Includes: 

Cheesy Pizza Fest ticket wristband (RMB 30 value)

Santa Hat (RMB 15 value)

VIP Ticket: RMB 168 (RMB 240 value)
Includes

Cheesy Pizza Fest ticket wristband (RMB 30 value)

Santa Hat (RMB 15 value)

X-mas Knitted Bag (RMB 65 value)

Bandana (RMB 20 value)

Bottle Opener Fridge Magnet (RMB 35 value)

Cheesy Pizza Fest mug (RMB 38 value)

TABASCO® Habanero Sauce (RMB 31 value)

Onsite Tickets: RMB 30
Includes:

Cheesy Pizza Fest ticket wristband (RMB 30 value)

For those of you with kids, we will be doing a special offer where kids under 1.4 meters get in for FREE before 2pm.

CISB Charity Bazaar

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The Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB) is delighted to announce that the highly anticipated Charity Bazaar will take place on Dec 10 from 10 am to 4 pm. This event promises to be a spectacular holiday season celebration offering a fun space for local vendors and the Beijing community to come together in a festive atmosphere.

Interested vendors can apply for a spot by scanning the QR code below.

When: Sun, Dec 10, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Canadian International School of Beijing
Price: Free

The Hutong Winter Fayre

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One of Beijing’s expats’ favorite end-of-year traditions, the Hutong Winter Fayre, is back and bringing artisans, craftspeople, chefs, bakers, and local entrepreneurs together for a day of fun, food, holiday shopping, and general merry-making and mayhem!

When: Sun, Dec 10, 11 am-5 pm
Where: The Hutong, 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang, Beixinqiao subway station, exit C
Price: Free

YCIS Christmas Concert 

& Christmas Fair 

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If you’re not yet a part of the Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing) community and would like to know more about the school, you’re welcome to the Christmas Open Day for prospective families on Dec 12. Join the Christmas concert and Christmas fair, meet the co-principals and academic leadership team, get one-on-one advice from the admissions experts, participate in interactive information sessions, and explore the campus.

When: Dec 12, 9.30am-noon
Where: Yew Chung International School of Beijing, Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District
Price: Free

Christmas Market 

by the Park

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Shenglu Garden is hosting its own Christmas Market this year from Dec 15 to 17 and is calling for vendors. There will be both indoor and outdoor spaces available. There will be mulled wine, German sausages, Santa Claus, Christmas gifts and so much more! Scan the QR code for more info.

When: Fri, Dec 15, 6 pm-10 pm; Sat, Dec 16, 11 am-7 pm; Sun, Dec 17, 11 am-5 pm
Where: Shenglu Vineyard East Gate 1, Maidong Industrial Park, Cuigezhuang Township, Chaoyang District
Price: Not available yet

Give a Present 

Christmas Market

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Enjoy hot Gluehwine, Christmas goodies, local handicrafts, and, most fittingly for Christmas, donate a gift to the Migrant Children Foundation at Zarah’s Give a Present Christmas Market.

When: Dec 16, 11 am-4 pm
Where: Zarah, 46 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District
Price: Free

BUROKORI Lifestyle 

Christmas Market

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The vibrant lifestyle market of Burokori, in partnership with Beijing’s lifestyle shop Jinyue Ji City, will hold a cultural, creative, and interactive Christmas Market at The Grand Summit on the weekends of Dec 16 -17 and Dec 23-24. Vendor applications are still open until Dec 10 as well. Just scan the QR code below:

When: Dec 16-17, Dec 23-24, noon-6 pm
Where: Liangmaqiao Guansha South Basement
Price: Free

Maker’s Market 

Christmas Edition

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Maker’s Market Christmas Edition is happening on Sun, Dec 17, noon-6 pm. The market features only made-in-China goods that are specially designed by vendors here, so you’ll have a unique buy!

When: Sun, Dec 17, noon-6 pm
Where: L1, Beersmith Jen Hotel,1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District
Price: Free

Rumble in the Jumble 

Santa’s Sunny Paradise

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This edition of Rumble in the Jumble is your last chance to get any last-minute Xmas shopping done before Christmas Day itself! Find unique handmade crafts and good food and drinks and enjoy the festivities at the bazaar all weekend.

When: Dec 23 & 24, 12 – 7 pm
Where: Funfly, 75 Longfusijie, Dongcheng District
Price: Free

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