Busy Holiday: Don't Miss These Limited Space Events Over the Break

The Golden Week has arrived, and to keep you busy from Oct 1 to Oct 7, we’ve compiled daily lists of some of the most interesting events to be found around the capital for the holiday.


Special “Delicacy of Bengal” Lunch & Dinner Buffet at Dastaan

Dastaan Indian Restaurant is putting on lavish lunch and dinner buffets throughout the holiday highlighting the rich cuisine of the Bengal region of India – specifically that of Kolkata. Come for all kinds of curries, stir fries, and even a live station cooking up delicacies like Chatpati (braised pea masala) and chicken kathi rolls.

The Durga Puja Lunch & Dinner Buffets take place on Oct 2-Oct 3 and Oct 4-Oct 5, from noon-3pm for lunch and 6.30-10pm for dinner. Contact the number in the poster for reservations.


Cooking Classes & More at The Hutong

Join The Hutong over the holiday to learn how to cook regional Chinese cuisine or even learn the art of jianbing or mahjong as taught by Dominic of Our Beijing.

Saturday, Oct 1

Sunday, Oct 2

Monday, Oct 3

Wednesday, Oct 5

Thursday, Oct 6

Friday, Oct 7

Saturday, Oct 8

Scan the QR codes in the posters to book or contact The Hutong on WeChat (ID: TheHutongEducation) to book your spots.


LinkUp Party II at JinShang

The Rainbow Terrace at JinShang will be the place to go for an all-day party (complete with an all-night after party) with entertainment, games, complimentary drinks, food and more.

The LinkUp Party II & After Party will be taking place at JinShang on Oct 2 from 1pm until late. Tickets are RMB 260 and can be purchased by scanning the QR code in the poster.


Walking Tours with Beijing Postcards

Learn the history of Beijing from capital history enthusiast Lars Ulrik Thom, who will guide you through the hutongs of Dashilan, the former Legation Quarter, and other areas on Beijing Postcard’s walking tours.

Saturday & Sunday, Oct 1-2, 2-4.30pm

Monday, Oct 3, 2-5pm

Scan the QR code below each poster to register for your walking tour of choice.

READ: Where to Brunch It Up Over the Golden Week Holiday

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