Three Highlights for the Upcoming Week in Beijing (Aug 18-24)

      Acoustic techno from Germany, a tropical escape at Beersmith, and your future favorite bookstore are all set to take place in the coming week...

      **Listen – Brandt Brauer Frick + LST at DDC**

      Discover techno in an innovative manner with this German ensemble. Brandt Brauer Frick combines acoustic and classical instruments to deliver the essence of techno music through "acoustic techno." They will be accompanied by the electronic music project LST, who has just released his new album, Reverse.

      Brandt Brauer Frick and LST will perform at Dusk Dawn Club on Tuesday, August 19, starting at 8:30 PM. Ticket prices are RMB 180 for pre-sale and RMB 220 at the door. Click here for more details and to buy tickets.

      Dusk Dawn Club 黄昏黎明俱乐部 B1/F, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District 朝阳区神路街39号地下一层 Event starts: August 19, 8:30 PM onwards

      **Drink – Planteray Tiki Party at Beersmith**

      Take a break from Beijing and enjoy a tropical experience with Planteray Rum, which will host a Tiki party at Beersmith for one night. Whether you enjoy rum-infused drinks or just want something tropical, this is the perfect spot for Thursday night.

      The Tiki Party by Planteray Rum is scheduled for Thursday, August 21, from 6 PM to 2 AM at Beersmith. Admission is free but requires advance booking. Scan the QR code in the poster above to reserve your place.

      Beersmith Gastropub 鲜啤吧 1/F, Hotel Jen Beijing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District 朝阳区建国门外大街1号新国贸饭店1层 Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 AM-2 AM; Friday-Saturday, 11 AM-3 AM Contact: 010 6505 2277, ext 6610

      **Explore – PageOne Qianmen**

      If you find yourself in the Qianmen area during the week or weekend and wish to get out of the weather, consider visiting the Qianmen branch of PageOne Bookstore. They offer an extensive range of classic and contemporary English literature, alongside unique finds such as travel guides, coffee table books, and art books on the upper floors. A coffee shop on-site provides amazing views of Tiananmen Square.

      PageOne Bookstore (Qianmen branch) Bldg E1, Beijing Fun East (near Qianmen Pedestrian Street) 西城区北京坊东区E1楼 Hours: Daily, 10 AM-10 PM Contact: 010 6318 3761

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      Images: Unsplash, Vincent R. Vinci, courtesy of the venues.