Food & Drink
Seek Flavors at NUO Hotel Beijing
Two restaurants at NUO Hotel Beijing will have special deals during the holiday. Jia will have a special lunch offer (10am-2pm) with Cantonese dim sum-15% off, as well as their signature dishes set (5-9pm) for six people for RMB1988.
N’Joy will have a Mid-Autumn Dinner Buffet on (5.30-9.30pm) for RMB388/person, RMB688/two people, and RMB 988/three people. The 2025 BTG Bravo Festival will take place at the Beijing Exhibition Center from October 1 to 8 (11am-7pm), check out their booths at T4 and T5.
You can also enjoy Peking duck and hairy crab chef on-table delivery service, mooncakes, and admire the full moon at N’Terrace.
Jia: 010 5926 8298
N’Joy: 010 5926 8238
NUO Hotel Beijing, No.2A Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang
Steak 3.0 at Renaissance Beijing Haidian Hotel
Renaissance Beijing Haidian Hotel is about to host a carnival for meat lovers as Food Studio officially launches its Steak 3.0 initiative. This redefines the taste experience for urban professionals and lifestyle enthusiasts alike, offering the rich flavour of imported steaks and the vibrant spectacle of live cooking.
The stars of the show are four classic cuts sourced from the world’s finest regions: The T-bone steak boasts a signature charred edge, with thick-cut marbling that locks in rich juices. The ribeye’s marbling is a gift from nature — seared at high heat, its fat melts into silky smoothness on the tongue, tender yet rich with buttery notes.
The tenderloin is as delicate as cream and can be effortlessly sliced with a knife and fork. Its medium-rare pink interior reveals the purest sweetness of lean beef. The sirloin’s fatty edge is its soul — when charred to perfection, it releases an intoxicating aroma and its firm texture provides a satisfying, layered chew.
Available long-term, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-9pm
Sirloin Set: RMB198, Filet Mignon Set: RMB288, Rib Eye Set: RMB398, Tomahawk Steak Set: RMB588
Tel: 010 5080 6666
Food Studio, 2F Renaissance Beijing Haidian Hotel, No.8 Beijie, Haidian
Celebrations at Turkish Feast
Celebrate Mid-Autumn and National Day at Turkish Feast. Immerse yourself in the passion and romance of the Silk Road, savor festive flavors, and enjoy a season of joy, togetherness, and cultural delight.
Holiday performances will bring extra excitement to every gathering – from the lively Xinyuanli Branch to the elegant Wangfuzhonghuan Branch, enchanting melodies will accompany each toast. Check out their event schedule on their official WeChat and make the most of the festive celebrations!
Wangfu Central Performance Schedule: Sept 30 – Oct 6 & Oct 11
Turkish Feast, 41lB, L4 Building 1, No.269 Wangfujingjie, Dongcheng
Xinyuanli Performance Schedule: Sept 30 – Oct 4
Turkish Feast, 115, 1/F, Shang, 20 Xinyuan Xili, Chaoyang
Holiday Events at Georgia’s Feast
Celebrate reunion with a taste of the exotic. Sip Georgian red wine, enjoy the aroma of sizzling barbecue, and let the bold songs of Georgia fill the air. This holiday, experience the warmth of home and the grandeur of a distant land—all without leaving town.
Celebrate the season with romance and joy! Daily performances blend family warmth with modern Chinese elegance, turning this seven-day holiday into a week of unforgettable memories.
Sept 30 – Oct 6 & Oct 11
Georgia’s Feast, No.9 Dongzhimen Neijie, Dongcheng
Slowboat’s Annual Oktoberfest
This October, the biggest beer celebration in the world takes over all Slowboat locations! Grab a massive 1L Stein of their award-winning Drink Like a Fish Pilsner for only 55 RMB (normally 90 RMB)! Perfect during or after work, every day from 1-7pm.
They’re also baking authentic, soft Bavarian-style pretzels fresh every day. Get three for just RMB35! Their epic Bavarian Party Set platter includes a Sausage Platter (four beer infused links), two 1L Steins of Drink Like a Fish Pilsner, and three Fresh Pretzels. All for RMB198 (a RMB313 value)!
Oct 1-31
All Slowboat locations
Hairy Crab Feast at Celestial Court
As the autumn breeze brings a refreshing coolness and the crabs reach their peak richness, Celestial Court Chinese Restaurant once again aligns with the season. From October 1, Chef Wei will present a series of artfully crafted crab dishes, inviting luminaries to savour the quintessential with contemporary creativity to deliver an elegant culinary experience that captures the essence of autumn in every bite.
Oct 1 to Nov 20
RMB598/set menu for two
Tel: 010-64606688 ext. 2460
Celestial Court Chinese Restaurant, 2F St. Regis Beijing, No.21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang
Vieni a Casa Homestyle Italian Cuisine Showcase at The Peninsula Beijing
It is in tribute to this fond nostalgia, and to the traditional cuisine that has long brought Italian families together, that The Peninsula Beijing’s acclaimed Executive Chef Alessandro Fontanesi presents “Vieni a Casa: The Taste of Home”, a showcase of homestyle Italian cooking. Born in the heartland of Italian cuisine, Reggio Emilia, his skills were inspired by the enticing aromas from his grandmother’s stove.
Diners at The Lobby will be able to enjoy “Vieni a Casa” cuisine at both lunch and dinner during the pop-up period – along with a distinctively Italian ambience featuring green-and-white checkered table linens, classically patterned plates, and Italian music.
Until mid-November, 11.30am-2pm; 6.30-9.30pm
Antipasti Buffet: RMB128/person; Pasta: RMB168/ per portion; Main Course: RMB188/per portion; Dessert: RMB78/per portion * All prices are subject to a 16.6% surcharge.
Tel: 010-85162888 ext. 6759
The Lobby, 1F The Peninsula Beijing, No. 8 Jinyu Hutong, Dongcheng
Universal Beijing Resort Hotels Golden Week Dinner Buffets
This Golden Week, Universal Beijing Resort invites you to a double feast of flavors and fun! Café Royal at NUO Resort Hotel presents the Shine Bright Buffet: Golden Week Dinner, featuring an abundant spread of sizzling barbecues, fresh seafood, and seasonal autumn delights.
Lotus Garden at the Universal Studios Grand Hotel joins the celebration with a festive buffet brimming with East-meets-West specialties—and surprise appearances by Kung Fu Panda’s Po and Tigress as well as the adorable Minions Kevin & Bob, bringing laughter to every bite.
Both buffets are priced at RMB 338 per adult with special offers for children. Reserve now and savor a holiday of flavors, fun, and unforgettable moments!
Café Royal’s Golden Week dinner buffet: Sept 30 to Oct 6, 5.30-9.30pm
Tel: (010) 5732 6330
Café Royal, 1F NUO Resort Hotel-Universal Beijing Resort, No.1 Sunrise Avenue, Tongzhou
Lotus Garden ‘s Golden Week dinner buffet: Sept 30 to Oct 6, 5.30-9.30pm
Tel: (010) 5731 1573
The Lotus Garden, 2F Universal Studios Grand Hotel, No.2 Sunrise Avenue, Tong Zhou
Afro House at The Factory
Get down to the Factory for another great night of music and culture, with chef Saso cooking up South African cuisine, DJs, and an Africart market where you can pick up artwork, jewelry, and treats from a bunch of craftsmen and women.
Oct 7, 3pm-late
The Factory, No.135 Gulou Dong Dajie, Dongcheng
Caribbean Night at the Factory
Caribbean Night Returns to The Factory this October Holiday! After more than three months away, Caribbean Night is back at The Factory. They’re bringing the island vibes straight to Beijing, with an incredible lineup of DJs. On the decks, you’ll find DJ Hot Cue and Kirtis, plus a rotation of special guest DJs keeping the energy high all night long. Expect a full mix of reggae, dancehall, soca, and Afro-Caribbean beats to keep the dance floor moving.
And of course, what’s Caribbean Night without the food? Our kitchen will be firing up a special Jamaican BBQ feast. Whether you’re a longtime fan of our Reggae Nights or experiencing it for the first time, this event promises the perfect mix of food, music, and island-style celebration right here in the hutongs
Oct 4, 3pm-late
The Factory, No.135 Gulou Dong Dajie, Dongcheng
Lifestyle
Koki Tanaka: Provisional Community at UCCA
UCCA Center for Contemporary Art presents Koki Tanaka: Provisional Community, a survey of the artists’practice over the past two decades with a particular focus on works created since 2020. The exhibition invites visitors into a setting shaped by fleeting encounters and continual transformation, encouraging reflection on the connections formed between people and opening up possibilities for coexistence and solidarity.
Sept 27 to Jan 4, 3.30-6pm
RMB118/person, RMB198/double ticket, RMB168/family ticket
UCCA Beijing, 798, No. 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang
(re)claimed: Flotsam Photography & Retellings at the Golden Weasel
This free exhibition brings together Chinese photographs from the 1950s to 1980s with 12 Chinese and foreign poets, who have each responded to one of the images. The works imagine the histories and futures of the people and things pictured within them, as well as exploring the value we put on photographs.
The exhibition opens on September 23 at 8pm at Self Coffee/Golden Weasel and will run for a month. Come to the launch if you can, or pop in to Self Coffee/Golden Weasel during the month after that (open 10am–late; closed Monday nights).
Until Oct 23 (except Mondays), 10am-late
Free entry
Self Coffee/Golden Weasel, No.125 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng
A Wonderful Night in the World
Beijing World Park launched its ‘A Wonderful Night in the World’ festival that will run until late March of 2026. The event is celebrating global culture with over 60,000 brightly colored lanterns lighting up the night and hundreds of performances lined up.
Open daily until March 2026, 9am-10pm
RMB98/person on weekdays; RMB128/person on weekends & holidays
Beijing World Park, No.158 Fengbao Lu, Fengtai
Scares at Universal
As Halloween draws and dusk descends, a thrilling celebration is about to commence! Explore four haunted mazes and test your courage in two Scare Zones. You’ll fine creatures of all sorts at the Freaky Friends Meet and Greet.
Until Nov 2, 2-10pm
RMB370/adult, RMB275/child
Universal Beijing Resort, Li Yuan Zhen, Tongzhou
Touch the Deep Ocean at the Beijing Phoenix Center
Beijing Phoenix Center is now hosting a special exhibition that takes you on a journey through the evolution of ancient life from the depths of the ocean onto land. Touch the Deep Ocean begins with a display of rather creepy deep-sea specimens that teaches you about strange life forms collected during decades of research.
It then takes you on a journey through hundreds of millions of years of evolution, with life-like replicas of ancient species from the shallow sea to the abyss. You’ll see everything from small ancestors to prehistoric sea monsters.
There are also a number of activities for kids, making it a perfect family-friendly way to spend an afternoon. Children can draw their own deep-sea fish that get scanned and added to a screen showing the artworks swimming through the ocean.
Until Oct 8, Tues-Sun: 10am-7pm *last admission at 6pm
Adult Ticket: RMB88, Adult Ticket + VR Experience: RMB158
Family Ticket (1 Adult & 2 Children): RMB178
Family Ticket + VR Experience (1 Adult & 1 Child): RMB268
Beijing Phoenix Center, No.3 Chaoyang Gongyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang
[Cover image via China Briefing]
