Four Highlights for the Coming Week in Beijing (September 15-21)

      This week, we have pasta deals, a film festival, a unique improv show, and a food festival to look forward to.

      **Dine – 50% Off Pasta at Forno**

      Forno has revamped their weekly specials, and now every Monday, you can enjoy a 50% discount on any pasta dish. To take advantage of this offer, simply become a BFB member for free by scanning the QR code on the poster above. When you visit Forno, order any drink, present your BFB membership, and you'll receive the discount!

      **Forno 意角 (Sanlitun Branch)**

      Location: S6-33, 3/F, Taikooli South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District

      Hours: 11 am - midnight

      Phone: 010 6462 7448

      **Forno 意角 (Sanyuanqiao Branch)**

      Location: 06A, Instreet Phoenix Galleria Mall, Chaoyang District

      Hours: 11 am - 10 pm

      Phone: 010 6462 7447

      **See – 2025 Austrian Film Festival**

      Tomorrow (Sep 15), the 2025 Austrian Film Festival kicks off in Beijing. In collaboration with the China Film Group, the festival runs until Sep 30, showcasing seven films across Beijing and other cities in China. Notable screenings include the opening film Club Zero, making its debut in China. Other films include Gypsy Queen, The White Ribbon, Licht, and One of These Days.

      The festival will be held in various cinemas in Beijing from Sep 15 to 30. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased via the China Film Group mini program by searching "中影电影通" in WeChat and then looking for "2025年奥地利影展." More details about the festival can be found here.

      **Giggle – Same City, Different Teams: Improv Doubleheader**

      On Saturday (Sep 20), Beijing Improv will host a special show at JinShang Yuan titled Same City, Different Teams: Improv Doubleheader. The Beijing Broads and Friends will perform at 6:30 pm, followed by Beijing Improv and Friends at 9 pm. Both shows will feature surprise guests, including local legends and performers from other cities. You can attend one or both shows.

      **Same City, Different Teams: Improv Doubleheader** will take place at JinShang Yuan's Garden Theater on Saturday, Sep 20, at 6:30 pm (Beijing Broads) and 9 pm (Beijing Improv). Tickets are priced at RMB 75 for one show or RMB 120 for both and can be obtained by scanning the QR code on the poster above. Further information about the event can be found here.

      **JinShangYuan Garden Theater**

      Location: 20 Xinyuanli West, Chaoyang District

      **Dine Again – River BBQ Fest**

      We can’t forget to mention the River BBQ Fest starting on Friday (Sep 19) and running through September 21. Set at Langyuan Station's Riverside Cultural Plaza, over 40 vendors will offer delicious barbecue flavors from around the world; more details are available in the two posts below:

      - From Texas to Thailand: River BBQ Fest Vendors Pt.1

      - River BBQ Fest Food and Drink Vendors Pt. 2

      In addition to mouthwatering barbecue, expect plenty of drinks, live music, dancing, and additional entertainment. Don't miss this festival!

      **River BBQ Fest** will occur at Langyuan Station on Sep 19 from 4 pm to 9 pm, and on Sep 20-21 from 11 am to 9 pm. Early bird tickets are RMB 19.9 and can be purchased via the QR code on the poster above. Tickets at the door are RMB 29.9.

      **Langyuan Station Riverside Cultural Plaza**

      Location: 53 Banjieta Lu, Chaoyang District

      **READ:** All the Smokin' Entertainment at River BBQ Fest

      Images: Unsplash, courtesy of the organizers, the Beijingers