River BBQ Fest FAQs & Getting to Langyuan Station

Katie Coy, Managing Editor | Sep 18, 2025 11:30 am | Add a comment | 171 reads

River BBQ Fest is only two days away! Ahead of the fest, which will be taking place at Langyuan Station's Riverside Cultural Plaza from Sep 19 to 21, here are the answers to some FAQs about the fest, as well as how to get there.

How do I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets by scanning the QR code below. Early bird tickets are already sold out, but you can buy standard tickets for RMB 29.9.

Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes, you can buy tickets at the door; they're also RMB 29.9.

How do I find my ticket after I've bought it, and how do I get into the festival?
If you've already bought a ticket, it's best to prepare the QR code for the e-ticket in advance by following the instructions in the poster below. When you arrive at the venue, go to the “early bird ticket” entrance, show your QR code and you'll be given a wristband to enter the festival.

How do I get to the festival?
River BBQ Fest is happening at Langyuan Station's Riverside Cultural Plaza. Here are a few different ways to get there:

Ride-Hailing App

If you're using a ride hailing app, simply type in Langyuan Station (郎园Station) and it'll be the first option. Then once there, just follow the signs for River BBQ Fest.

Please note that the road leading up to the southeast side main entrance can get jammed; another option for those looking to avoid the jam is to take your Didi to the north entrance to Jiangfu Park South (将府公园南区-北门） and take a short 500m stroll through the park to the West Gate of Langyuan Station and then follow the signs to the fest.

Taxi

If you're taking a taxi, just show your driver this address: 朝阳区半截塔路53号郎园Station. Then once there, just follow the signs for River BBQ Fest.

Subway

There are two subway stations you can choose from to get to Langyuan Station: Line 12's Dongbaxi Station (东坝西站) or Line 14's Jiangtai Station (将台站). But please note that neither is super close, so you'll need to grab a share bike or walk from there.

Dongbaxi Station

You can follow the route above by going out of Exit C and turning left onto Fuyangyou Jie 阜阳酉街. Next, cross the Ba River by going over Dongba Lu 东坝路, then go westwards along Bahe Nanlu 坝河南路. Then turn right, followed by a left onto Banjieta Lu 半截塔路 going west. You can then take this road to Langyuan Station's Southwest Gate. Once there, just follow the signs for River BBQ Fest.

Jiangtai Station

You can go out Exit B and ride a sharebike to Langyuan Station's West Gate. It's about a 14-minute ride, and you can take the route above by following Jiangtai Lu 将台路 eastbound until it becomes Jiangtai Donglu 将台东路. Then turn south into Jiangfu Park and ride until you reach Langyuan Station's West Gate.

Alternatively, you can go via the Ba River. Just go south from Exit B, then once you get to the Ba River, follow the north side going east to Jiangfu Park, and then carry on to Langyuan Station's West Gate. Once there, just follow the signs for River BBQ Fest.

Remember, there are a number of locations with the name Langyuan 郎园. The venue for this fest is 郎园Station, not any of the following:

~~郎园Vintage~~
~~郎园Park~~

What time does the festival start and finish?
River BBQ Fest will be taking place at the following times:

Fri, Sep 19, 4pm until 9pm
Sat, Sep 20, 11am until 9pm
Sun, Sep 21, 11am until 9pm

What food and drink will be at River BBQ Fest?
We've got an amazing array of vendors serving up barbecue dishes from across the globe! You can check out the full details of just what we've got in store in the two posts below:

Will there be any interactive activities at the festival?
Yes! At their vendor booth, HELLMANN'S will have a few interactive activities, including a gashapon machine where you can win some special HELLMANN'S goodies. Other vendors will also have a range of activities such as cornhole, lucky draws and more, so keep an eye out for those!

What entertainment will be at the fest? Is there an entertainment schedule?
We've got some great entertainment lined up, including live bands, DJs and interactive dancing. You can read more about the entertainment here, and you can check out the stage schedule below.

Which day is most recommended to go to the festival?
The peak day of the fest will be Saturday, so if you’re looking for a less busy vibe with fewer queues, we recommend attending on Friday or Sunday.

Can I bring children to the fest?
Yes! Children are welcome, plus children under 1.2m accompanied by an adult get into the fest completely FREE!

Can we bring pets to the fest?
Yes! The venue is completely pet-friendly, so your furry friends are welcome. However, please make sure to keep your dog on a leash at all times.

Where are the toilets located at the festival?
The closest toilets are located just north of the west entrance to the festival and just south of the east entrance to the festival. Simply look out for the signs below and follow them!

Is there anything I should bring to the fest?
Yes, there is a lawn area where you can relax, so we’d recommend bringing a picnic blanket, foldable camping chairs etc. to sit on. You can see some more details on what to bring in this post.

Is there a dress code for the fest?
Yes! The theme for River BBQ Fest is all about going wild outdoors. Think bonfire party meets tribal energy: explorer chic, druid vibes, Amazon warrior, or even a classic hunter look. Want to wear a grass skirt? Go for it! The wilder, the better. Check out some of these AI images we've put together to give yourself some inspiration!

Where can I find photos from the fest?
You can access our photo stream by scanning the QR code below.

River BBQ Fest will be taking place at Langyuan Station on Sep 19 from 4pm until 9pm and Sep 20-21 from 11am until 9pm. Early bird tickets are RMB 19.9 and can be purchased by scanning the QR code in the poster above. Tickets at the door are RMB 29.9.

Langyuan Station Riverside Cultural Plaza

The River BBQ Fest will be taking place at Langyuan Station Riverside Cultural Plaza. Last year, the space underwent an upgrade and now features a scenic platform overlooking the Ba River. With blue skies, grassy lawns, river views, pedestrian streets and a sunken plaza, it’s the perfect setting for an autumn event.

Langyuan Station itself is a cultural and creative landmark featuring both industrial and international styles. Its location by the Ba River and adjacent to the greenery of Jiangfu Park makes it a place where you can enjoy nature and pop-up cultural activities at the same time. It's home to an array of businesses and industries such as art museums, cafés, home design, trendy fashion, upscale dining, sports and film, and it has become a popular hotspot for shopping and socializing in Beijing.

Langyuan Station Riverside Cultural Plaza 郎园Station滨河广场
53 Banjieta Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区半截塔路53号

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