The last few weeks haven't been the best time to be an expat in Beijing with misbehaving foreigners and police crackdowns, so why not get out there and relieve some of stress with some hot parties and great movies. Read on to find out more. Read More>>

Beijing's live music scene has jumped leaps and bounds in the last few years, with a whole new generation of talented bands exploding onto the scene. While this article is in no way a ‘Top 5' of the best bands in Beijing, it is a rough guide to a few of ... Read More>>

This May Beijing is going to be heating up with plenty of good activities from Hollywood blockbusters to a dance extravaganza. Plus if you want to know the dirtiest districts in Beijing, read on to find out more. Read More>>

Beijing's festival season is well under way, with the capital being host to not one but four music festivals during the May Day holiday alone. But the musical mayhem doesn't end there: many more great events are coming up including the Hanggai Music ... Read More>>

The May Labour Day holiday is once again upon Beijing, ushering in a whole month of various musical festivals to enjoy. And with the weather turning nicer there is no better excuse to get out and enjoy Beijing before the sweltering heat of summer. Read More>>

So, we're already well into 2012 and the question is: have you meaning to be more active and creative in Beijing this year? Has a voice in the back of your brain been (unsuccessfully) urging you to attend more workshop and social gatherings? If you've ... Read More>>

It shouldn't come as a surprise that the two biggest music festivals of the year – Midi and Strawberry – are taking place at the exact same time again this year (April 29 – May 1). But still, despite facing the same debacle year after year, the decision ... Read More>>

Still relatively unfamiliar territory to many Beijingers, Caochangdi is a hipster’s paradise. A far cry from the touristy, built up, forget-you’re-in-China feel of 798, Caochangdi is the ideal destination for viewing art in a overly commercial setting. Read More>>

We are well into Beijing's dusty spring, but you really can't complain when the flowers are blooming and the trees are turning green. Music-wise things are starting to bloom too with big acts on their way and plenty of music festivals just weeks away. Read More>>

The fate of Beijing's multitudinous hutongs is something of a controversial issue for both foreigners and locals alike. These historic areas of Beijing have endured explosive development projects over the last few years, some more agreeable than others. ... Read More>>

Beijing has a great live music scene. Going to shows at the well-known live houses like Mao Livehouse and Yugong Yishan provides a great atmosphere to rock out, but can become quite pricey. For a more budget-friendly experience, check out the numerous ... Read More>>

With March nearly over, Easter is just around the corner. But there is more than just painted eggs and chocolate bunnies coming up for expats in Beijing. Everything from Canadian rockers to the Titanic in 3D is on tap. Read on to find out more. Read More>>

It's hard to believe March is already half over, but the weather confirms it: spring is on the way. As always there is tons of stuff happening in Beijing, from groovin' DJs to job fairs. Read on to find out more. Read More>>

It's too cold to leave your apartment, you're too busy to cook, or maybe you're just too hung-over to go anywhere. Whatever the reason, the convenience of a food delivery service is the best invention since sliced pizza. Beijing is seeing great advances in ... Read More>>

March is finally upon us and that means festival galore in Beijing. Don't worry if you're not the festival-going type, Beijing has plenty to keep you busy, from toilet occupation movements to Roxette. Read on to find out more on the news and events ... Read More>>

The dark, dull and dreary days of winter will soon become a memory of the past. Very soon. This March, one festival in particular will hammer home the fact that Beijing is indeed a vibrant, cultural centre and an increasingly hip performance destination for ... Read More>>

The warm fuzzy love of Valentine's Day might be over and the days might still be cold but Beijing is starting to heat up. Event-wise, that is. There's plenty on the calendar in the next few weeks, from basketball playoffs to literary festivals. Read on to ... Read More>>

Valentine's Day has crept upon us once again and as always, Beijing's hotels and international restaurants are gearing up for the big day. If you're planning to do something special for your significant other, maybe this round-up of dining, events and ... Read More>>

Chinese New Year has finally drawn to a close. The temple fairs are over and everyone is getting back to work. While you might be complaining about the stack of papers on your desk, don't worry because there is plenty coming up in Beijing, including Avril ... Read More>>

Trying to get in shape, but just dread heading to the gym? If you're one of the millions of people who made the New Year's resolution to get fit, make sure to find the regimen that works best for you. It's easy to get burnt out trying to force yourself to ... Read More>>

It's that crazy time of year again when everyone and their mother is trying to get a train ticket back home. The lines are long and actually getting the ticket you want could be considered a small miracle. But those lines are relatively calm compared to the ... Read More>>

Walking around the streets of Beijing, you're constantly bombarded by an array of sounds, sights and smells, some of which you may not have become accustomed to yet – chòudòufu (臭豆腐) anybody? But, living here for too long, in a constant hurry to get ... Read More>>

Beijing's winter has developed a split personality in recent years. It likes to lull people into a false sense of comfort and security – that feeling you get when it's early December and you can still go outside without wearing long underwear – but wham! ... Read More>>

If you were to ask most people who have been in Beijing more than a few weeks to name five good clubs to go to, Vics and Mix would undoubtedly be the first two names on the list. This would probably be followed by (depending on this person’s penchant for ... Read More>>