That's Beijing takes a look at the best of the week:
June 15: Great Leap #12 Third Anniversary
Come celebrate the third anniversary of Great Leap Brewing #12 (the burger one). On Wednesday all beers will be RMB25. There will also be lucky draws all day. To enter the raffle follow Great Leap Brewing on WeChat (BJ_greatleapbrewing) or you can always order a round of four beers to get your ticket.
Wed Jun 15; free entry; Great Leap Brewing #12, see event listing for details.
June 16-17: Royal Danish Ballet – Napoli
One of Denmark’s favorite ballets, performed over 850 times, Napoli tells the tale of a young Italian girl who falls in love with a fisherman. Inspired by creator August Bournonville’s sojourn in Naples, the ballet incorporates elements from folktales with an air of romanticism also featuring heavily. Performed by The Royal Danish Ballet.
Thu-Fri Jun 16-17, 7.30pm; RMB220-880; Opera House of NCPA (tickets via sales@theatrebeijing.com), see event listing for details.
June 18: That’s Beijing’s The Summer Sundowner
We’re throwing a party this month with help from our friends at Arrow Factory – and you’re invited! A celebration of summer, beer, sunsets, good food and beats, it’s going to be one hell of a good time. Starting early – to catch those late afternoon vibes, of course – we can’t wait to party on Arrow Factory’s sweet rooftop. Get ready for a fun-filled night featuring: 6 DJs over 2 floors, drinking games, a beer wheel of destiny, lucky draw prizes and RMB30 select craft beers. Plus, the first 50 people to sign up get a free beer upon arrival. Follow us on WeChat (Thats_Beijing), click on the ‘Events’ tab and select ‘Sundowner’ for more information. See you there!
Sat Jun 18, 4pm-midnight; free; Arrow Factory Brewing (Liangmahe), see event listing for details.
June 18: How to Order Baidu Waimai
Have you still not figured out how to order food with Baidu Waimai? The Sinology Institute doesn’t judge. Join them for a class on how to make the most of the speedy food-delivery service. (Tips include relevant Mandarin phrases for when the deliverer inevitably calls trying to find your apartment.)
Sat Jun 18, 11am-noon; Free (RSVP by calling 6400 0905 or emailing admissions@sinologyinstitute.com); The Sinology Institute, see event listing for details.
June 19: Father’s Day
Another holiday, another reason to brunch. This time, bring your dad (or baby daddy) and indulge in all manner of treats. The Brickyard at Mutianyu is offering free meals to dads dining at Xiaolumian that day, and there are bound to be other specials throughout Beijing as well – keep an eye on thatsmags.com for more details. FYI, Father’s Day is on Sunday!
Sun, June 19. See event listing for details.
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