Events in Beijing

Beijing International Film Festival

The Beijing International Film Festival, launched by the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television and the People's Government of Beijing Municipality in 2011, is regarded as 'a gala in world film circles'. The festival is one of the city's most important cultural activities and a core activity in its goal to become "an oriental film capital", making it a World City with Chinese characteristics.

Jackie Chan and Zhang Ziyi, image ambassadors for the 1st Beijing International Film Festival walk the red carpet at the festival's opening ceremony in Beijing's the National Center for the Performing Arts Saturday night, April 23, 2011.[Photo: CRIonline]

Temple Fairs

Temple fairs (miaohui) are a favorite activity during Spring Festivals in Beijing. Here you will find great excitement sparked by folk performances, amusements and local food and drinks. The Changdian Temple Fair and the Baiyunguan (White Cloud Taoist Temple) Temple Fair are among the most famous of their kind.

Places to enjoy Temple Fairs in Beijing

Beijing International Performance Season

The Beijing International Drama and Dance Performance Season and the Beijing International Music Festival are important channels for communication between domestic and foreign dramatic and dance artists and producers, which serve as a widely recognized cultural calling card for the city.

Held annually, the Beijing International Drama and Dance Performance Season and the Beijing International Music Festival bring some acclaimed international classical performances that the Chinese long to see and hear.