Culturopolis FAQs & Getting to Langyuan Station

Katie Coy, Managing Editor | Jan 30, 2026 4:30 pm | Add a comment | 22 reads

Culturopolis: The International Lifestyle Expo is tomorrow! Ahead of the expo, taking place at Langyuan Station's Central Station this weekend (Jan 31 to Feb 1), here are answers to some FAQs about the event, along with directions to get there.

Do I need to buy tickets?
No, Culturopolis is completely free and you can register in advance by scanning the QR code below.

Is Culturopolis taking place inside?
Yes, Culturopolis is taking place inside Central Station at Langyuan Station so you don’t need to worry about being cold! The weather this weekend is also predicted to warm up significantly, with highs of 5 degrees C predicted on Saturday and 7 degrees C on Sunday. You can see a sneak peek of the venue getting set up below!

Is Culturopolis kid-friendly?
Yes! Culturopolis is a family friendly event and we encourage you to bring along your little ones! We have a dedicated international school zone which will have a range of kid-friendly activities, a fun scavenger hunt and there are also plenty of kid-friendly vendors in our New Year Market. You can read more about activities for kids in this post.

What time does Culturopolis start and finish?
Culturopolis will be taking place on Jan 31 and Feb 1 from 10.30am until 8pm.

How do I get to Culturopolis?
Culturopolis is taking place at Langyuan Station's Central Station. 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 Culturopolis.

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 of 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 Culturopolis.

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.

Driving

Drive to "Langyuan Station South Gate " (郎园Station南门) and turn left to reach the parking area. You can get up to 4 hours of free parking on weekends, just search for the Langyuan Station WeChat mini program (首创郎园Station) and register as a member to redeem the offer.

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

~~郎园Vintage~~
~~郎园Park~~

What food and drink will be at Culturopolis?
We've got an amazing array of vendors serving up food and drink from 17 global categories with 22 different vendors. Many vendors are also doing limited-edition dishes that will be launched exclusively at Culturopolis. You can check out the full details of just what we've got in store here.

I heard there are also market vendors at Culturopolis?
Yes, we have a whole New Year Market section with 70+ booths, which are split into the following categories: Sports & Community; Pet Friendly; Coffee, Wine & Treats; Fashion & Vintage; Arts, Crafts & Toys; Lifestyle & Experience. You can read more details about them in this post.

What are the different service zones that will be at Culturopolis?
We have a range of dedicated zones, including a government and organizations area, a premium services section, a health and wellness zone, and an international schools area. This allows you to explore some everyday essentials in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. You can read more about the different areas here.

Will there be any interactive activities at Culturopolis?
Yes, we have a special Scavenger Hunt with some great prizes up for grabs! You can pick up a map at the event entrance and all you need to do is go to the marked areas and collect a stamp for each one. Once you've collected all the stamps, head to the Organizer Booth and redeem your completed map for a prize (up to 800 available each day) and ClassPass Trial Voucher. The first 100 people to finish each day also get an extra gift.

What entertainment will be at the Culturopolis? Is there an entertainment schedule?
We've got some great entertainment lined up, including live bands, vocal performances, dance showcases, interactive experiences and the 2026 Beijing International High School Battle of the Bands. You can click here to read more details and check out the stage schedule below.

Can you tell me more about the Battle of the Bands?
The 2026 Beijing International High School Battle of the Bands will see 13 international high school bands going head-to-head in an epic showdown! This year, we're pleased to partner with M board as our Exclusive Music Empowerment Partner, a forward-thinking force in music and a co-creator of youth music pathways. You can read more details about Battle of the Bands in today's second post.

Can we bring pets to the Culturopolis?
Yes! The venue is completely pet-friendly, so your furry friends are welcome. You'll also be able to find pet products at our New Year Market from SUPER PUPPY PLAN and VitaPetsTime. Also, a kind reminder that if you are bringing your dog, please make sure to keep them on a leash at all times.

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

Where are the toilets located at Culturopolis?
The closest toilets are located to the right of the main entrance. Just follow the signs below to find them.