Beijing Travel Information - Annual Events in Beijing

Chinese capital activities

January

• Beijing Longqing Gorge Ice and Snow Festival - Enjoy fireworks, ice sculptures and ice fishing in this weeklong winter wonder interlude.

February

• Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) - The dates for the largest festival in China fluctuate according to the lunar calendar.

March

• International Women's Day - Celebrations are held throughout the city on March 8 every year.

May

• International Labor Day - Celebrations are held throughout the city on May 1 every year.

June

• Dragon Boat Festival - On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, the city holds its annual race to commemorate the death of poet Qu Yuan.

July

• Anniversary of the Founding of the Chinese Communist Party - Celebrations are held throughout the city on July 1 every year.

August

• Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Liberation Army - August 1 every year.

September

• Mid-Autumn Moon Cake Festival - Families gather to give thanks and share yue bing (moon cakes) made from lotus and sesame powder or sugar fillings.

October

• National Day - October 1 every year.
• Beijing International Music Festival - Varied musical performances are held throughout the city.
• Beijing International Marathon - Held mid-October in the city center.

November

• Beijing Fashion Week - Fashion shows are held in mid-November throughout the city.