Food & Drink
28 Days Dry-Aged Beef: Five Flavors Journey at InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun
Nestled on the third floor of the trendy InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, Char Bar & Grill proudly presents its ’28 days dry-aged beef’. This menu combines premium dry-aged Wagyu beef with iconic Chinese regional flavours, emphasising natural ingredients, tradition and culinary artistry. Each dish showcases the rich texture of 28 days dry-aged beef paired with distinctive spices and sauces from across China, offering a gastronomic adventure.
Available now, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm
CHAR Bar & Grill, InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun, No. 1 South Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang
Summer Delights at Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin
Enjoy delicious cocktails, creative desserts, and great summer vibes at the Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin. Have a fantastic set of cakes, tarts, mousse and teas in a relaxing setting to celebrate the warm days ahead.
June 1-September 9
RMB468/set
Four Seasons Tianjin, No.138 Chifeng Ave, Heping, Tianjin
Business Lunch at IBERICO by TRB
This summer, step into Iberico by TRB and discover a sophisticated take on traditional Spanish flavors. Our special weekday lunch menu, priced at only ¥95, features a thoughtfully composed selection of dishes — from vibrant starters to hearty mains — each crafted with fresh ingredients and a modern Mediterranean touch.
Weekdays, 11.30am-2.30pm
RMB95
Iberico by TRB, No. 53 Maizidian Street, Chaoyang
Tequila Sunset Terrace Party
Get ready for a Tequlia Sunset themed terrace party that combines art, music, and food and wine will be held at the MO Bar of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Wangfujing, Beijing. Using an open terrace as the stage, this party cleverly combines exquisite dining with avant-garde performances, bringing guests a luxurious sensory feast.
The party has set up multiple themed food tables to satisfy the diverse exploration of taste buds: from the classic Chinese style freshly sliced Beijing roast duck to the Spanish national treasure Iberian ham.
Fri May 23, 6pm-late
Early bird: RMB498, Door: RMB588
Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing, No.269 Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng
Mediterranean Mezze + Free Flow at the Factory
Join the Factory this Sunday for a vibrant Mediterranean Mezze rooftop fiesta . This special edition features a variety of dishes, with both meat and vegan options to suit every palate. Savor the tender Chicken Confit served over a hearty baked beans base, or enjoy our falafel simmered in a spiced tomato sauce and 100% plant-based.
Sun May 18, 12-8pm
RMB200
The Factory, No.135 Gulou Dong Dajie, Dongcheng
Friday Special: Cocktail Day at Georgia’s Feast
Buy One Get One Free on all Feast Cocktails – kick off your weekend in style!
Every Friday untill June 30
Georgia’s Feast, No.9 Dongzhimen Neijie, Dongcheng
Music
Posthuman (I Love Acid) at Dada
Founded by Posthuman & Luke Vibert in 2007, I Love Acid is a club night dedicated to all things Acid. Not a retrospective night – but focused on both new & classic acid house, techno, rave, electro and anything else Roland’s notorious magic silver box has touched. We welcome crowds that are diverse in age, race, gender and sexuality – and we operate our own parties with an eye on being a safe space for clubbers.
Fri May 16, 9pm-late
RMB50 before 11pm, RMB80 after 11pm
Dada Beijing, B1 Ritan International Trade Center Block A, No.17 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang
Peter O & The Vagabonds at Modernista
Peter O & The Vagabonds return with fresh songs and their signature mix of soul-stirring rock and anthemic ballads. It’s a night full of raw emotion, rich melodies, and the irresistible pull of Peter’s powerful storytelling. Then it’s time to turn up the heat—DJ Jagerzhadan will light up the floor with dancefloor bangers to keep the momentum going. And yes, the shot happy hour is back to supercharge your Friday night fun.
Fri May 16, 9pm
Free entry
Modernista, No.44 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng
Late Kights: Dark Neon Vol.3
ByeByeDisco is coming at you with something a little darker, a little wilder — and glowing in color. Except UV light, neon body paint, immersive decor, and that late night energy you’ve been craving — all powered by a fully charged local lineup.
Fri May 16, 9pm
RMB60 before 11pm, RMB90 after 11pm
ByeByeDisco x Ballroom, L5 The Box,No. 12 Chaowai Dajie,Chaoyang
Natural Flavor at Migas Mercado
This is not only a party, but also a landmark symbol Natural Flavor shares and spreads black music culture. From classic to modern styles, 80’s Funk & Soul, 90’s East Coast & West Coast, 2000’s R&B, but also Trap & Drill from modern trends, DJ’s mixing will make this music like a special cocktail, bringing you to discover a fresh and dope music, welcome to Natural Flavor!
Fri May 16, 10.30pm
RMB150
Migas Mercado, 7F China World Mall, No.1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang
House of Vibes Anniversary at Fusion
HOV is excited to invite you to their one-year anniversary event! There will be special gists and great DJs.
Sat May 17, 8pm
Fusion Restaurant & Bar, L4 THE BOX, No.12 Chaowaijie, Chaoyang
Toxic x Forma at Dada
With full hearts and endless love for what DADA Beijing has given to us, two great teams are coming together for something truly special: TOXIC x FORMA will unite this Saturday night at their longtime home for an epilogue to this chapter.
Sat May 17, 9pm-late
RMB50 before 11pm, RMB80 after 11pm
Dada Beijing, B1 Ritan International Trade Center Block A, No.17 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang
Spirit Rebellious Reggae Night at Celestial
SPIRIT REBELLIOUS isn’t just a reggae band – it’s a seismic wave of unity. Their rhythms pulse with stories of love and resilience, transforming stages into sacred grounds where strangers become family through skanking beats. Witness how reggae’s heartbeat becomes our collective anthem.
Sat May 17, 9pm
Free entry
Celestial, 2F No.74 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng
Fairy Tale Opera: Candy House
The China National Opera theatre will be performing the Grimm’s fairy tale, Candy House, at opera house of NCPA
With its beautiful melody, memorable scenes, and humorous storytelling, Candy House is considered one of the most popular children’s operas in the world. The play is adapted from Grimm’s fairy tale Candy House that tells the story of Hansel and Gretel.
The show features catchy German children’s folk singing segments (in German), and the stage design combines steampunk and dream-like elements. This is a great performance for the whole family!
May 23 & 24, 7.30pm
RMB180/280/380/480/580
Opera House, National Centre for the Performing Arts, No.2 West Chang’an Avenue, Xicheng
Miloš and Friends: From Bach to Beatles
Guitarist Milos Karadaglic is one of the most prominent performers in the world of classical music. His career began its meteoric rise in 2011, with the release of his international best-selling Deutsche Grammophon debut album, Mediterraneo. Since then, he has earned legions of fans, awards, and worldwide recognition with his chart-topping recordings.
For this special musical mixture of tunes that have transcended time and cultural boundaries, he will be performing iconic compositions spanning everything from Bach to the Beatles.
May 21, 7.30pm
RMB120/180/280/380
Concert Hall, National Centre for the Performing Arts, No.2 West Chang’an Avenue, Xicheng
Five Stars Out of the East
In an exquisite fusion of ancient history and contemporary art, the dance drama, Five Stars Rising from the East, brings to life the story of a 2,000-year-old Han-dynasty brocade, while weaving together past and present scenes.
Xu Rui, the President of Beijing Dance Academy, was inspired to write the play by a famous archaeological find in 1995. An expedition to the Niya Ruins unearthed a piece of Han-dynasty brocade that was inscribed “Five Stars Rising from the East Benefits China.”
This impeccably costumes and choreographed show will entertain even if you can’t follow the plot!
May 23 & 24, 7.30pm
RMB100/180/280/480/680/880
Tianqiao Performing Arts Center, No.9, Tianqiao Nandakie, Xicheng
Lifestyle
Comedy Citadel’s Open Mic Competition at Paddy’s
Ladies and gentlemen, Comedy Citadel and Paddy’s O’Shea’s together are having an amazing event – an open mic competition! The rules are simple: Sign up, do your best 5-minute set (a tight five), and the judges will vote out the best winners of the night. The first place will get a 500RMB cash prize and showcase opportunities for sure!
Fri May 16, 8-9.30pm
Free entry
Paddy O’Shea’s, No.28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang
Free Childbirth Preparation Classes at BJU
To celebrate Mother’s Day, BJU offering two sessions this month. This class aims to educate parents on researched information, empower them to make informed choices during labor and instill confidence in the birth experience. They highly recommend the childbirth preparation classes for all first-time parents, whether you plan on giving birth at BJU or elsewhere. BJU would like to make this special time in your lives even more special!
May 17 & 18, 9am-1.30pm
Free
Beijing United Family Hospital (BJU), No.2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang
Alex Hanke Solo Exhibition at Um Gallery
German artist Alex Hanke displays his ode to whales at Um gallery in 798.
Until June 2
Free entry
Um gallery, Zhong Yi Jie, 798 Art Zone, Chaoyang
Adoption Fair at Riviera Clubhouse
Let’s light up the path of hope for rescued animals! Wouldn’t you like to give these homeless little lives a warm home?
Every Sat & Sun, 12-5pm
Riviera Clubhouse, No. 1 Xiangjiangbei Lu, Chaoyang
