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Sep 29, 2023

The Local in Soft Opening With Brand New Look After Major Refurbishment

The Local has undergone a big revamp and now has a fresh new look.

Sep 29, 2023

Hidden in Plain Sight: Exploring the Historical and Artsy Near Dongsi

These spaces might not look much on the outside, but inside there's room for a lot of contemplation of what's on display.

Brunches To Treat Yo’Self With Over Golden Week

Sep 28, 2023

Brunches To Treat Yo’Self to Over Golden Week

A look at some of the best brunch spots to enjoy over the National Holiday.

Sep 28, 2023

Cycling Beijing with David Dou: A Yunnan Hutonger's Journey

Meet David Dou, a Beijing dweller for over 26 years who flawlessly mimics the local accent.

Sep 27, 2023

WIN TIX to the Five Day 2023 Pretty Things Jazz Festival!

This five day jazz festival is jam packed with quartets, duos, DJs and more from China and all over the world.

Sep 27, 2023

City Seeks to Rid Itself of Bad English, Chinglish Signs (Again)

This new effort, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Office, encourages residents to submit photos of substandard foreign language signs via WeChat.

Sep 26, 2023

Retro, Indie, Artsy: Rumble in the Jumble and Silver Salt Markets Hit Beijing

Grab some vintage and independently-made goods, see some art, and take part in the activities at these two multiple day markets.

Sep 26, 2023

Cocktail Bar Black Hole Brings New Live Music Series to Gulou

A new live music series called Deserted Sounds is making waves in Gulou's music scene.

Sep 25, 2023

Get Cultured With These Holiday Talks, Walks & Activities

A smattering of outings over the October break that can give you a better understanding of our fair city.

Sep 25, 2023

ICVS Makes Pet Care & Adoption a Breeze

Founded in 2006, ICVS is Beijing's best premier pet hospitals and a great source for adopting.

Sep 24, 2023

Deals to Grab in Autumn Restaurant Week 2023 Before it Finishes, Oct 1

Foodies of Beijing you have just over a week left to grab some great deals for Autumn Restaurant Week 2023 before it finishes on Oct 1

Sep 23, 2023

Five Super Useful Articles from the New Beijing City WeChat

BeijingService, the city's official WeChat service portal, has been up for a little less than a month, but they've already got some useful articles.

Sep 23, 2023

Beijing News You Might Have Missed This Week, Sep 23

Beijing is a happening city!

Sep 22, 2023

Out with Fresh Lamps, In with Honesty: A New Era in Market Lighting

It's a common trick many vendors use, surrounding their goods with fancy, colorful lights to tickle your buying impulses.

Sep 21, 2023

59 Events and Happenings in the ‘Jing This Weekend (Sep 22-24)

Haven’t made plans yet this weekend? Well, here we’ve picked out a few things happening this weekend in the capital to give you some inspiration!

On the Radar: New Menus at George’s at Hotel Éclat, Dastaan + More

Sep 20, 2023

On the Radar: New Menus at Dastaan, George’s at Hotel Éclat Beijing + More

New restaurants, dining deals, drinks discounts, guest shifts, pop-ups, and more happenings on our radar this week.

Bizarre Yet Tasty: Unconventional Collabs You Must Try

Sep 20, 2023

Beyond Moutai x Luckin: Unconventional Collabs to Try

You might have already tried Luckin Coffee's boozy lattes.

Sep 19, 2023

Try Coffee in a Water Tower at Berry Beans’ Newest Location

Berry Beans' new Tongzhou store has a normal spot to get your latte and another hidden in an old water tower for a more refined coffee experience.

Sep 19, 2023

New to Beijing? Join INN’s “Arrival Survival” Talk Next Monday, Sep 25

If you’ve recently arrived in Beijing or perhaps have just returned after some time away, then this is the event for you!

Sep 18, 2023

What's New WeChat: Voice-to-Text Magic, Incognito Commenting & More

WeChat has been on a roll recently, rolling out updates left, right, and center.

Sep 17, 2023

2023 WE Awards See Empowered Girls, Women & Men Come Together

Meet the game changers who are paving the way for tomorrow.

Sep 16, 2023

Beijing News You Might Have Missed This Week, Sep 16

Beijing is a happening city!

Sep 16, 2023

Getting to know your Beijing Neighbors: Sengge Rinchen

Before "Squid on a Stick," Nanluoguxiang was famous as the home of the dashing Mongolian Prince Sengge Rinchen (1811-1865)

Grand Opening: New Turkish Feast in Huamao

Sep 15, 2023

Grand Opening: New Turkish Feast in China Central Place Opens Tomorrow, Sep 16

Tomorrow (Sep 16), Turkish Feast are hosting a grand opening for their second branch, based in China Central Place.

All Your Belt & Road Food Fest FAQs Answered & How To gGet To Langyuan Station

Sep 15, 2023

All Your Belt & Road Food Fest FAQs Answered & How To Get To Langyuan Station

Find out the answers to all your Belt & Road Food Fest FAQs.

Sep 14, 2023

Beijing Holds Record for Longest Commutes, Again

Beijing once again stood out with the longest average commute time, clocking in at a hefty 47 minutes for one-way travel.