TGIF: Make the Most of Your Weekend With These Killer Activities
The weekend is here! Time for fun, relaxation, and recharging the ol' batteries ahead of *gulp* Monday morning's alarm clock. Luckily enough, there’s plenty of fun stuff to keep you occupied over the weekend that doesn't necessarily involve getting blitzed. Our weekend roundup offers you some of the best.
Nov 29-Dec 1: Art Festival
This three-day art festival positions itself as a celebration of local independent artists and will include a market of original works, an art fair, multimedia art installations, a gig by Beijing-based music label Prajnasonic (more on them here), and food with all kinds of delicious winter food and snacks. Click here for more information and tickets. RMB 60, RMB 150 including the concert entrance. Fri-Sun, 1-7pm. 77 Cultural Park
Nov 29-Dec 1: 2019 Hobby World Expo
Over at the Riverside Art Museum, the 2019 Beijing International Hobby World Expo will also run for a full three days this weekend, featuring chic new toy designs that'll entertain kids and adults alike (like the one pictured at top). Nearly a hundred designers and institutions from China, South Korea, Thailand, and Japan are partaking in this year's event, displaying figures inspired by cartoons and games, and selling various memorabilia like cult prints. There will also be a market and DIY area for you to flex your creative muscles. Click here to learn more about the vendors and tickets. Fri-Sun, 9am-5pm. RMB 88. Riverside Art Museum
Nov 28-Dec 1: See some of that old razzle-dazzle
Winter is a season for indoor entertainment, and Beijing's stages seem particularly active right now. This weekend, Academy Award-winning musical Chicago is set to heat the town right up with performances at Er Qi Theatre. There's also Matilda at Dongsishitiao's Poly Theatre, if telekinetic children are more your jam. Various times and prices
Dec 1: Turn your kitchen waste into black gold
As we recently reported, Beijinger residents will soon be required to sort their household waste into four different categories, one of which is kitchen waste. Therefore, it's never been a better time to start composting, which is a great way to turn your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil that you can use to feed your plants. If you think that composting is a stinky, messy affair, think again. Daniel Lim from Homegrown School (WeChat ID: dadan8) has mastered the art of indoor, apartment-friendly composting and will pass on his knowledge this Sunday in conjunction with Farm 2 Neighbors at The Grand Summit. The workshop fee includes afternoon tea and your own personal OwnMade Indoor Composting Kit. Better yet, if you miss this workshop, he will be hosting another one next Sunday. Add Erica from F2N (ID: ericaaah) to sign up. RMB 380 (includes composting kit). 2.30-4pm. Grand Summit
Until Dec 1: Wooden Ware Exhibition at Lost & Found
Lost & Found, the stylish furniture store located in Guozijian, is currently exhibiting works by Japanese wood artist Shinrin Takumi Juku. Conceived as "a love letter to wood," the exhibit demonstrates why Shinrin’s work is considered archetypal of wabi-sabi, the Japanese worldview and aesthetic that espouses the acceptance of transience and imperfection, and that has won over many followers around the world. Click here for more information. Free. 10.30am-7pm. Lost & Found
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Photo courtesies of feature event organizers, Weibo
