Three Key Events for the Upcoming Week in Beijing (May 19-25)

      This week brings Chinese Valentine’s Day, an indie rock celebration, and Africa Day festivities.

      Express Your Affection – 520 Activities Around Beijing

      This Tuesday, May 20, marks Chinese Valentine’s Day, also known as the big five-two-oh. Surprise your loved one with something special by exploring the numerous events and promotions available on our website through this link.

      Enjoy – Fresh Out the Pot Anniversary at School

      Fresh Out The Pot, an indie music initiative, is commemorating its first anniversary this Friday at School Bar. This side project of MusicDish*China has spotlighted many indie rock bands with less than three years of experience, and they’re hosting an impressive lineup including Vanishing Queen, Pizzaface, Degenerate Stance, and more, along with a surprise act...

      The anniversary celebration for Fresh Out The Pot will take place on Friday, May 23, starting at 9pm at School Bar. Click here for more details.

      School Bar 学校酒吧53 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District东城区五道营胡同53号Event hours: May 23, 9pm-lateContact: 010 6402 8881

      Commemorate – Africa Day Dinner at Tribe Garden

      On Sunday, May 25, we celebrate Africa Day, which honors the establishment of the Organization of African Unity. In advance of this significant day, Tribe Garden in Sanlitun is hosting a dinner celebration this Saturday. The menu will feature West African specialties such as chicken and jollof rice, egusi soup, among other delightful dishes.

      Tribe Garden’s Africa Day Dinner is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, from 7pm to 9pm. Reservations are priced at RMB 199 per person and can be made by scanning the QR codes on the poster.

      Tribe Garden B1/F, Sanlitun SOHO Bldg 1, 8 Gongrentiyuchang Beilu, Chaoyang District (30m west of Subway restaurant)朝阳区工人体育场北路8号三里屯SOHO商场1-B1层（赛百味往西30米）Event hours: Sat, May 24, 7pm-9pmContact: 139 1055 0676

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