Three Key Events to Anticipate in Beijing Next Week (September 1-7)

      This week features live jazz hip-hop, the second Beijing Cocktail Festival, and an ILM Movement Experience.

      **Listen – Substantial & Marcus D at Blue Note**

      Join Substantial & Marcus D (Bop Alloy) for a live jazz hip-hop performance at Blue Note on September 4. Substantial, recognized by Chuck D as “one of the greatest MCs of our time,” gained prominence through his work with the late Nujabes and has toured 20 countries, with his music featured in campaigns for Bentley, Uber, and Ford, as well as in popular video games and films. Marcus D, a producer from Seattle based in Tokyo, is renowned for his smooth, piano-centered beats and collaborations with artists like Royce Da 5'9", Del the Funky Homosapien, and Blu. As Bop Alloy, their music has been celebrated for elevating jazz hip-hop from mere background tunes to impactful artistic expressions.

      Substantial & Marcus D will take the stage at Blue Note on September 4 at 6:30 PM. Tickets cost RMB 260 and are available by scanning the QR code on the poster above. For more details about the event, click here.

      **Blue Note Beijing**

      23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District

      东城区前门东大街23号

      Phone: 010 6527 0288

      **Drink – 2nd Beijing Cocktail Festival at Langyuan Station**

      The Beijing Cocktail Festival returns for its second edition at Langyuan Station's Central Station from September 5 to 7. The festival will feature over 90 bars presenting more than 300 cocktails inspired by Chinese flavors, all available at half price! In addition to beverages, there will be over 20 food vendors offering a variety of snacks. Notable events include the Sanxun Chinese Cocktail Competition with 25 finalists judged by esteemed bartending experts, along with an opportunity for attendees to vote for the 2025 People’s Favorite Bar Award.

      The Beijing Cocktail Festival will occur at Langyuan Station's Central Station on September 5, from 5 PM to 10 PM, and on September 6 and 7, from 2 PM to 10 PM. Tickets are priced from RMB 59-105 and can be obtained by scanning the QR code below. For further information about the festival, click here.

      **Central Station, Langyuan Station**

      53 Banjieta Lu, Chaoyang District

      朝阳区半截塔路53号

      **Move – ILM Movement Experience at Yoga Yard**

      On Sunday, September 7, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Bora will conduct an Ilan Lev Method (ILM) Movement Experience at Yoga Yard. Open to everyone, the ILM method enhances body awareness, alleviates pain, and restores natural movement flow, promoting not only physical flexibility and coordination but also emotional balance and tranquility. During the session, Bora will lead participants on an engaging exploration of curiosity and fluidity, helping to rekindle the joy of movement.

      The ILM Movement Experience will be held at Yoga Yard on September 7 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Early bird tickets are priced at RMB 138, while standard tickets cost RMB 168, purchasable by scanning the QR code in the poster above. For additional details on the workshop, click here.

      **Yoga Yard**

      6/F, 17 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District

      朝阳区工体北路17号6层

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