What's on in Beijing
There are some great annual events that have helped put Beijing on the map:
Beijing Music Festival (October)
Lasting almost the entire month of October, expats who have moved to Beijing will have plenty of time to enjoy the Beijing Music Festival. The classical music celebration features performances from orchestras, soloists and opera companies from around the world.
Beijing Music Festival (October)Lasting almost the entire month of October, expats who have moved to Beijing will have plenty of time to enjoy the Beijing Music Festival. The classical music celebration features performances from orchestras, soloists and opera companies from around the world.
Great Wall Marathon (May)
Each year two races take place on the Great Wall of China, one of the longest man-made structures in the world. Residents of Beijing should head down to the wall to cheer on the runners in either the 3 mile (5km) or the 6 mile (10km) race which are held on the some of the steepest sections of the wall.
Meet in Beijing Arts Festival (April/May)
Each year the Meet in Beijing Arts Festival takes on a different theme. Nearly 10,000 artists from 80 countries across the globe come together to present scores of performances to an ever growing audience. New residents of Beijing should be sure to check out this one-of-a-kind festival.
