Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, May 20-26
For once, we stop focussing on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more productive look at what's going on around Beijing this week. Here is our top pick of events that won't leave you hungover...
Monday, May 20
Game of Thrones Finale
Still unsure where you're going to see the big finale tonight? Well, you're cutting it pretty fine, aren't you! But not to worry, we've rounded up a long list of venues that are showing the episode tonight, as well as repeats tomorrow should you want to catch the last Game of Thrones episode ever without the massive crowds. Various locations and times
Tuesday, May 21
What Does It Take to Start Up an F&B Business in Beijing?
Three purveyors of food and beverage businesses in Beijing will discuss what they think it takes to succeed in the challenging sector. Speakers include Meredith Sides, co-founder of Naked Nut Butters, Nicole Bonnah, founder of Halo Hummus (and regular Beijing Kids contributor), and Zak Elmasri, founder of Andingmen bar Zhujingban. RMB 60. 6.30pm. Zhujingban
Wednesday, May 22
Surfercise
Bored of the gym? It may be time to switch up your routine with a ride of Beijing's waves instead. In this surfing-by-way-of-Crossfit class, you'll learn to master your balance while also getting the workout of your regular gym class. Unfortunately, the invite is only extended to women. Free. 9pm. Wavor House
Thursday, May 23
How to Be Successful With Wechat E-Commerce and B2B Marketing
Struggling to get your business online and monetize it via WeChat? Join this discussion led by Jenny Chen, founder of WeChat trend account WalktheChat, to learn how you can best utilize China's “app for everything” in your pursuit of B2B marketing, leveraging your brand, and sales. RMB 250. 2-4pm. European Union Chamber of Commerce In China
Friday, May 24
Film and Board Game Night
Screw clubbing, take it easy this Friday night with an evening of board games, movies, and even cult classic movies about games (in this case, Super Mario Bros. the movie). Attendees can meet up and chat before the laid-back viewing of the 1993 fantasy film starring Bob Hoskins as Mario, then top it all off by breaking out various tabletop games. Free. 7.30pm-midnight. Camera Stylo
Saturday, May 25
Beijing Broads Improv Show
Beijing's funniest all-female improv group return with their latest show this Saturday at the US-China Comedy Center. Expect the unexpected in the form of off-the-wall skits, awkward situational comedy, and of course laughs galore. Best yet, all proceeds will go towards Educating Girls of Rural China. RMB 50. 8-10pm. US-China Comedy Center
Sunday, May 26
Midnight in Peking Walking Tour
Bespoke Beijing and Penguin Books return this Sunday for their latest round of Midnight in Peking walking tours, retracing the steps of Paul French’s bestselling murder mystery novel of the same name. Based on the true story of the grisly death of Pamela Werner, the daughter of a British diplomat in 1930s Peking, the tour winds past key locations (then known as the Badlands) before ending with a cocktail in the iconic Nuo Hotel. RMB 450. 6.30pm. Begins near Beijing Station
There are plenty more fun, exciting, and, should you want them, boozy events in our Events section here.
Images: bostonhassle.com, courtesy of the organizers
