Things to do in Beijing

80 upcoming events in Beijing. Most are Music & concerts, Theatre & stand-up and Arts & exhibitions. 3 are free. The next one is 【三里屯工体】科学实验物理秀 奇幻星球 儿童亲子家庭互动 on Sun 25 Oct 2026. 12 places to go: venues, activities and spots worth a visit.

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Places in Beijing

  • National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)
    Venue · Beijing
    The flagship performing-arts venue in Beijing, a futuristic titanium-and-glass dome beside Tiananmen Square that stages opera, symphony concerts, ballet and drama.
  • Beijing Zoo
    Attraction · Beijing
    Beijing's 110-year-old zoological park and home to the city's beloved giant pandas, with family-friendly animal exhibits.
  • Poly Theatre
    Venue · Beijing
    A theatre venue in Beijing's performing-arts scene hosting opera, ballet, classical concerts and theatre.
  • National Museum of China
    Venue · Beijing
    A museum for exploring Chinese history and culture.
  • 首都体育馆
    Venue · Beijing
    Capital Indoor Stadium, a concert venue.
  • 798 Art District
    Venue · Dashanzi
    An art district offering cultural and creative experiences in Beijing.
  • 红剧场 Red Theatre
    Venue · Dongcheng District
    A Beijing theatre staging acrobatics and live stage shows.
  • Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest)
    Attraction · Beijing
    A stadium and arena in Beijing worth visiting as part of the city's attractions.
  • 八达岭长城
    Outdoors · Badaling
    Famous section of the Great Wall, good for autumn foliage viewing.
  • 北宫国家森林公园
    Outdoors · Beigong
    National forest park with autumn colour, hiking and orienteering.
  • National Indoor Stadium
    Venue · Beijing
    A venue in Beijing hosting listed concerts and music events.
  • 中国美术馆
    Venue · Beijing
    National art museum hosting the Feshin painting exhibition.

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