Weekender Nov. 10-16

The most intriguing and exciting events for the weekend and beyond

Friday

November 10

HVOB Silk Tour 2017
10pm-1am

HVOB are Europe’s most unbelievably brilliant electronic artists that are taking the world by storm. Composed by two musicians Anna Müller and Paul Wallner. Anna is the one everyone looks out for as she composes, produces, and makes the hypnotic vocals. It's a must-see.

Address
Omni Space
Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre, 9 Tianqiao Nandajie, Xicheng district
地址: 京市 城区天桥南 街9号楼
Tel: 186-1409-6525

Autumn Lights Party
Fri.-Sat. 7pm-1am

This Friday Café Zarah is throwing an awesome Autumn Lights Party. It will be quite a sight to see the entire place covered with lanterns including their beautiful courtyard. Treat your self to some Gluehwine, while well-known DJs will be playing their underground beats.

Address

Café Zarah
46 Gulou Dongdajie
鼓楼东大街46号
Tel: 8403-9807

Olivier De Speigeleir Live At Ilotus
7-9pm, ¥178 for the concert or ¥498 for both concert and dinner

Bottega has something special in store tonight. They are hosting Ilotus for a magical concert with world-famous Oliver De Speigeleir an extraordinary Belgian pianist. While you're there, you can end the show on a culinary high and enjoy dinner at Bottega.

Address

Bottega > Xinyuanli
1/F, 1, 20, Xinyuanli Xi
朝阳区新源里西20号1层01
Tel: 6416-1752

An Evening with Robben Ford
7-9:30pm, ¥280-480

Celebrate the end of another incredible week with your significant other at Blue Note. Guitar virtuoso Robben Ford will be performing some of his best works including Into The Sun, which is second on The Blues Charts. Enjoy Ford’s music with his contemporary songwriting and stunning talent.
Address
Blue Note
23 Qianmen East Street Beixiao Street
东城区前门23号
Tel: 170-0000-0288

Saturday

November 11

Craft Music Festival          
12pm-Late, Free

Singles’ Day needs to be celebrated properly and to do that you have to go to the Craft Music Festival at Xian in East Beijing. There will be six incredible bands playing nonstop for 12 hours. To keep everyone going throughout the festival there will be endless amounts of excellent craft beers and fine wines. Craft Music Festival is the place to be for Singles’ Day.

Address
Xian (East, Beijing)
1/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu
酒仙桥22号北京东隅酒店一层
Tel: 8414-9810

Singles' Day Speed Dating at Red Dog
7-8:30pm, ¥60 including one drink and snack, attire: Cocktail Chic

Red Dog is organizing Singles’ Day Speed Dating, where 20 singletons will try to find true love in record speeds. In the end, you might just make a new friend and have a great time with spectacular drinks and chill-out disco music. You better hurry and book your spot as seats are limited. Scan the QR code to book.

Address
Red Dog
B1/F, Building 5, B1-538, Sanlitun SOHO
朝阳区 工体北路8号院 三里屯SOHO 5号楼B1-538
Tel: 156-0023-3938

Sexy Singles' Day Party
8pm-2am

Yard House for Singles’ Day is all about bringing people together and having a good time. They will offer irresistible food and drink deals for everyone to enjoy. As you sit or munch, you can also take part in the various challenges Yard house set-up for you. Who knows? You might bump into the love of your life, win the prize or both.

Address
Yard House
2-310 Sanlitun SOHO, Gongti North Road, Chaoyang District
朝阳区 工人体育场北路8号院2-310三里屯SOHO
Tel: 18701531409

Sunday

November 12

Paul Van Dyk live in Beijing
9pm-2am

DJ Paul Van Dyk is a world famous trance music superstar. This German artist is a proud Grammy winner, producer, and musician that has made eight studio albums while featuring in countless video games, movies, and TV shows. Now it's your turn to see him live at Elements this Sunday.

Address

Elements Club
58 Workers Stadium West Road
朝阳区工体西路58号(工人体育馆西门北侧, 灯笼俱乐部南侧)
Tel: 5865-5000 ext. 5020

Anniversary Weekend at Modernista feat The Room Band
8:30-11pm

Modernista is celebrating its anniversary the entire weekend as a special thank you to all of you who supported it throughout the years. They have treasured every experience and every band, and now they will carry on doing what they do best. Come by and celebrate with The Room Band, for an incredible jazz filled Sunday.

Address
Modernista
44 Baochao Hutong
宝钞胡同44号
Tel: 136-9142-5744

World Premiere: ‘Two Men III – The Dance’
7:30-9:30pm, ¥150 or ¥100 for students with valid ID

Pop-Up Beijing is extremely honored to be hosting their most sophisticated production to date. Come to see the third and final stage of the three-part series of ‘Two Men.’ This has been the sum of all the hard work put in by Beijing’s most talented dancers, actors, film-makers, and musicians. Don’t miss the chance to see something incredible.
Address

Pop-Up Beijing
North Side, Ground Level, Office 22, Courtyard 4, Gongti Bei Lu
工体北路4号院22号楼北侧首层
Tel: 6502-5725

Monday

November 13

Let’s Get Social at Equis
9-10pm, Free

Humans are social creatures who look for relaxing shared experiences. Equis has created a fresh new vibe called Social Night where you can sit down, take in the comfortable atmosphere while enjoying masterly-crafted cocktails. In the background, you can hear relaxing tunes from DJ Foxy J and the Oriental Twins. Enjoy your Social Night over a bottle of champagne with a half-dozen oysters or a set of macaroons for ¥666.

Address

Equis
5F, Commercial Building, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing, 48 Liangmaqiao Rd
北京朝阳区亮马桥路48号北京四季酒店东侧商业裙楼5层
 

Tuesday

November 14

Long Table with Celebrity Guest Chef Annabel Langbein
7-11pm, ¥388 per person

For one night only award-winning author and New Zealand's leading food personality, Annabel Langbein heads to China's capital to host a one-off, exclusive dinner in the heart of Beijing's historic hutongs. As part of the 2017 New Zealand Week and Hatchery Long Table Series, Annabel will showcase the best of New Zealand produce, flavors, and new world cuisine through a family-style feast. Four-course family-style feast paired with New Zealand beverages, all for ¥388 per person. Hurry tickets are very limited.

Address
Hatchery
88 Dongsi 9th Alley
北京市东城区东四九条88号
Tel: 8950-8065

Wednesday

November 15

Romain Baret Quintet
7:30pm-Late

Since the formation of Romain Baret Quintet at the end of 2010, this band has built an electrical identity in the dynamic of musical research, going from a trio version to a recent quintet set-up. They flawlessly execute a composition that has a perfect blend of improvisation without transition giving their sound energy and freedom. Their music takes from rock, jazz, and pop which creates a sound that is sharp and full of suspense.

Address

Dusk Dawn Club
14Shanlao Hutong
山老胡同14号
Tel: 6407-8969, 131-3125-0380

Thursday

November 16

Split Works Presents: Tinariwen
8-11pm

Tinariwen is a band that fits not clichés. Their story is full of incredible tales of rebellion, guns, and guitars. Their sound is described as pure desert blues, or more accurately, real Saharan Blues. It’s incredibly difficult to describe their unique sound that has been influenced by so many experiences. So check them out at Tango and see what they are all about.

Address

Tango
79 Hepingli Xijie
和平里西街79号
Tel: 6428-2288