Tennis-Themed Fun, Kids Zone, Market Stalls & More at Taco Fest 

Katie Coy, Managing Editor | Apr 28, 2025 4:30 pm | Add a comment | 149 reads

This year's Taco Fest is about more than just stuffing your face with as many tacos as possible. There also tons of great activities and market stalls to explore. From tennis-themed experiences to a dedicated Kids Zone to keep the little ones entertained, henna art and a range of market vendors, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the fest.

For more information about the fest, check out the links below:

Tennis Activities

As this year's Taco Fest is taking place at the National Tennis Center, there are a number of exciting tennis activities happening both during the fest and over the May Holiday, so why not swing by and dive into a range of tennis experiences for all skill levels!

Tennis Matches

For tennis enthusiasts, there will be the National Tennis Center Member Invitational Tournament and the FILA KIDS Diamond Cup Youth Tennis Challenge happening over the holiday. Come to play or watch the matches. Check out the details below:

  • FILA KIDS Diamond Cup: May 1-2 (spectators only)  
  • Member Invitational Tournament: May 1-5 (select time slots)  

Venue: Court C, Clay Court, Brad Field, National Tennis Center 

How to Join? Scan the QR code below to add the "National Tennis Assistant" and register for the Member Invitational Tournament.  

National Tennis AI Training Hub

Head to the National Tennis AI Training Hub to try out a virtual coach to help you quickly improve your skills. At the Training Hub they have:

  • The world’s first tennis-focused AI Agent  
  • Full AI training program developed by national coaches over three years  
  • Real-time feedback from AI coaches  

Come experience it this May holiday!  

Time: May 1-5, 8am-10pm  
Location: 2nd Floor (North Side), Comprehensive Support Building, National Tennis Center  

Immersive Tennis Exhibition

Where did tennis originate? Who shaped its development in China? How did its popularity surge across the country? Learn all this and more at this immersive Tennis Exhibition.  

Time: May 1-5, 10am-6pm  
Location: 6th Floor, Diamond Court, National Tennis Center (Take Elevator No. 2 at Gate 14)  

Tennis-Themed Installations 

There will be a range of tennis-themed attractions where you can snap some pics, including a giant tennis bubble machine, giant rackets, and other quirky installations!

China Open Swag Shop

At the China Open Swag Shop you can get limited-edition China Open merch with everything from  championship gear, mascot plushies, and more!

Time: May 1-5
Venue: West Plaza of National Tennis Center

Other Activities, Market Vendors & More

Tinker Garden

Tinker Garden in collaboration with jingkids has created a dedicated play area that kids will love. In the Kids Zone, they will be offering up a variety of fun activities to keep the little ones entertained, from hands-on sensory crafts and "magic potion" making to fun raffles and free play zones with developmental toys, ensuring children of all ages can immerse themselves in joyful learning experiences. With a blend of structured workshops and spontaneous exploration – including a blind-touch nature discovery game and a playful market offering face painting, balloons, and insect specimens – Tinker Garden creates a child-friendly oasis where education meets adventure, right in the heart of the festival.

Also, don't forget that children 1.4m and under get into the fest for completely free!

Golden Hour

Golden Hour will be bringing their collection of organic soy wax candles to the fest. What began as a heartfelt hobby has grown into a passion-fueled brand, where every candle is hand-poured with love and intention. Visitors can discover the calming essence of Golden Hour's candles, which have been thoughtfully crafted with the finest natural ingredients and wrapped in elegant, artfully designed packaging. Whether you're browsing for the perfect gift or simply soaking in the ambiance, Golden Hour invites you to pause, breathe, and bask in the glow of something truly special.

MOOVE – Yoga. Fitness. Life

MOOVE is a Beijing-based fitness brand dedicated to helping people feel strong, healthy, and empowered. Their activewear is designed for real-life movement, whether you’re training in the gym, meeting friends, or enjoying a weekend chillout. 

MOOVE also organizes fitness events and retreats that focus on wellness and connection. From yoga sessions to dynamic fitness, they create opportunities for busy people to recharge, connect with others, and rediscover their passions.

ManSiYuan Henna Art Studio

At Taco Fest, ManSiYuan Henna Art Studio brings a unique cultural fusion experience by offering intricate and personalized henna designs rooted in both ancient henna traditions and the richness of Chinese heritage. With over 12 years of expertise in the field, ManSiYuan Henna Art Studio is dedicated to spreading the beauty and meaning of henna through hand-drawn art that empowers self-expression and celebrates cultural connection. From celebrity collaborations with stars like Fan Bingbing and Han Geng, to international partnerships with the embassies of India and the UAE, their work has earned accolades across the globe. Visitors at Taco Fest can enjoy live henna sessions from a seasoned professional who has traveled through 21 provinces in China and seven countries worldwide, blending artistry and storytelling into every design.

Sozni

Sozni hails from the Kashmir region of Pakistan and is named after the intricate needlework used in local pashmina embroidery. At the event, they will showcase Kashmir pashmina shawls, which are protected by GI (geographical indication) certification. The patterns on these shawls are largely inspired by the local flora of Kashmir. In addition to the shawls, they will also present Persian carpets and other culturally rich products that blend diverse influences from various regions.

Shine Gogga 

Shine Gogga showcases Peruvian products at the festival. Peru's Amazon rainforest is not only a natural wonder but also a treasure trove of biodiversity, home to plants and animals that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. It is filled with mysterious and beautiful creatures. Shine Gogga carefully selects butterflies from the Peruvian Amazon rainforest, preserving their beauty through the expert work of specimen preparation and exquisite framing, making their elegance a lasting adornment in people's lives. Shine Gogga will also be selling tui alpaca wool plush toys from Peru at the fest. Soft and comforting, they bring joy with every touch.

The Beijinger Swag Shop

Stop by the Beijinger Swag Shop to get yourself some exclusive taco-themed swag, from t-shirts featuring our super cute taco mascot Rong Mo Mo to bandanas, tote bags and other collectibles. You might just find the perfect item to complete your Taco Fest look.

The Location

This year's festival will be taking place at the National Tennis Center West Square, which is located by the west side of the Olympic Forest Park. The venue is super easy to get to, situated right by Line 8's Lincuiqiao station's C2 south exit (林萃桥站 C2南), which is a mere 35 minutes by subway from Sanlitun.

The venue has ample open space to relax on, so why not bring chairs, picnic blankets, or perhaps even a tent so that you can make your own little base camp for the day? The location is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends to join in the fun as well.

National Tennis Center 国家网球中心
2 Lincui Lu, Chaoyang District (near the west gate of Olympic Forest Park)
朝阳区林萃路2号(奥林匹克森林公园西门附近)

Taco Fest will be taking place at the National Tennis Center West Square on May 3-4 from 11am to 8pm. Early bird tickets are RMB 20, and tickets at the door are RMB 30. You can purchase tickets by scanning the QR code in the poster above.

If you'd like to stay up-to-date with everything taco-related in the capital, join one of our dedicated Taco Lovers group chats! Simply add TBJButler on WeChat by scanning the QR code below and request to become a member.

To take a look at all the fun from last year's fest, scan the QR code below!

A Word From Our Sponsors

National Tennis Center

National Tennis Center (NTC), operated by China Open Promotions Ltd., is committed to creating a comprehensive sports leisure hub that integrates a full range of tennis experiences including dining, retail and all kinds of cultural events. NTC continuously explores new models for sports and entertainment to better establish itself as a new cultural and tourism landmark of Beijing.

Shou Chuang Langyuan

Shou Chuang Langyuan(首创郎园), a subsidiary of Beijing’s state-owned Shou Chuang Group, is a key brand under the group’s cultural and creative industry division, specializing in urban renewal. Committed to becoming "a first-class integrated cultural development platform in China" and "the most people-oriented urban cultural operator," Langyuan began in Beijing in 2009 with a focus on warm and precise operations. It has developed a distinctive "1+3+N" business model that merges cultural industries, cultural consumption, and cultural content to foster an urban cultural ecosystem.

Currently, Shou Chuang Langyuan operates multiple projects including Langyuan Vintage, Langyuan Park, Langyuan Station, BOM Xifanli, Hangzhou·Baima Lake Anime Plaza, Shanghai Cangcheng·Langyuan Bridge, and Shenzhen Langyuan Garden, with services spanning Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and beyond.

In 2025, Shou Chuang Langyuan will continue to deepen its support for Beijing’s cultural center development while expanding nationally. It remains committed to urban renewal, driving culture-driven new consumption, enhancing cultural services for grassroots governance, and advancing tech-cultural integration. Through market-oriented operations, it will further strengthen its ecosystem by blending cultural industries with commercial and public cultural services.

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Images: the Beijingers, courtesy of the vendors