Beijing’s Best Family-Friendly Events Nov 6-8

Here’s one for the slightly older kids, especially if you’ve got a budding photographer in your family. On this fun photo walk by the Lost Plate team (who you may already know for their fantastic food tours) you’ll be guided through some of the most iconic and photogenic locations in Beijing (covering both the ancient imperial city and modern skyscrapers), and coached on how to get the perfect shot.

9am-12pm. Departs from Chaoyangmen Subway Station. RMB 249

If you would like to explore Montessori early childhood education for your little one, come along to the open day this Saturday at the Oceanwide campus, which is also the oldest Montessori Kindergarten in Beijing.

9:30-11am. Montessori Oceanwide Campus. Free.

Here’s one for Shunyi residents in particular: every Saturday, the verdant Riviera Country Club hosts a special Saturday Market, with plenty of food and drink, gift ideas, and a big bouncy castle for the kiddies.

11am-5pm. Riviera Country Club. Free

There is a lot of talk about mindfulness these days, but how does one harness it to improve our kid’s classroom experiences? This Saturday, the founder of the Beijing Mindfulness Center, experienced coach, author, teacher, and TEDX speaker Dalida Turkovic will host a workshop on the topic. A great opportunity for educators and parents alike.

3-5pm. 170 Beiyuan Road, Chaoyang Qu. RMB 99

Get out into the mountains with the kids this Saturday and explore the Xiangtun Village area with Beijing Hikers. The main attractions of this route are the mostly-repaired section of the Longquanyu Great Wall, and the ‘Big Cloud’ Canyon, a deep canyon with a small stream running down the middle, as well as the tasty picnic at the end! As always, this is great for kids ages 6 and up. Younger kids could walk in places but would need to be carried for most of the hike.

8.30am. Pickup from Liangmaqiao and Lido. RMB 360 / RMB 325 members / RMB 180 for kids 7–12 / RMB 160 for kids 4–6

Whether you and your family are confirmed vegans, vegetarians, flexitarians, or just curious, this event on Sunday is a brilliant way to treat your tastebuds and learn even more about the many fantastic healthy vegan options available in Beijing. All ages are welcome, and the all-you-can-eat brunch will be 100% plant-based and includes options for free-flow alcohol for the adults.

10am-3pm. Cafe Zarah. RMB 198-298 adults, RMB 98 kids 6-12