Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Oct 8-14
Our Events Watch series aims to highlight happenings that aren't focused on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more educational or productive approach. Events include comedy, talks, networking events, markets, and dinners.
Monday, Oct 8
Salsa Fiesta - Latino Night
Monday night means it's time to dance away the weekend blues. This time around, Modernista have just the thing to start off your week with a fun workout in the form of this salsa fiesta night. Either turn up at 7.30pm (intermediate dancers) or 8.30pm (beginners) and work through your steps before the party really gets started at 10pm with band Savor Latino, giving you the perfect opportunity to practice. Best yet, Modernista's cocktails can all be made alcohol-free without sacrificing any of the flavor. RMB 30. 7.30pm. Modernista
Tuesday, Oct 9
Next-Gen Supply Chain Trends and Innovative Technologies
The American Chamber of Commerce arranges this discussion on supply chain innovation, robotics in sorting, and strategies now being used by savvy retailers hoping to take advantage of new shopping practices and trends. Perfect for anyone wanting to learn what the future holds for shopping and distribution of goods. RMB 250, RMB 150 (members). 11.30am. The Opposite House
Wednesday, Oct 10
Starting Up in China: Expectations vs. Reality
Startup Grind Beijing invites you to attend this seminar on tips for starting up a business in China. During the talk, the three successful panelists will discuss how they balanced their expectations against what it was really like when starting up their own Beijing-based company, how to avoid the pitfalls of others, as well as what kind of startup deals can succeed in the Chinese market. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 6.30-9.30pm. Innoway, Haidian
Thursday, Oct 11
Basically Beethoven: Classical Music Open-Mic
Billed as"Beijing's only classical music open-mic night," The Bookworm invites you to bask in the glory of some of Beijing's best international classical musicians (or get up and play should you have the know-how). The event, which takes place every second Thursday of the month will be hosted by Rob Wendt, a classical pianist who has played all over the world, from New York City to London, Munich, and Italy. Free. 8-10.30pm. The Bookworm
Friday, Oct 12
Comedy Club China Presents: Andy Curtain From Kung Fu Komedy
Australian stand-up comic and member of Shanghai-based comedy series Mamahuhu Andy Curtain comes to the capital for a special one-off gig at Salud. Curtain had a sell-out run at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with his show Life In China, in which he draws from comedic experiences that he has witnessed during his time here. RMB 80. 9pm. Salud
Saturday and Sunday, Oct 13-14
2018 Beijing Pizza Festival
You'll want to hold the carbs this week as our 2018 Beijing Pizza Festival looms large, waiting to pounce on Zhongguancun for two days and fill your eager mouths with some of the best pizza the city has to offer. There'll of course also be drinks, bands, DJs, and a bunch of live entertainment, all set in a sprawling, grassy space perfect for camping out and picnicking until you can move no more – come hungry my friends! Also, if you're not sure how to get there, have a look at this handy guide. RMB 30, RMB 20 (advance). 11am-8pm. Zhongguancun Software Park
Looking for even more events to do this week? Absolutely everything you need can be found via our events page here.
Images: trendhunter.com, courtesy of the organizers
