Latest Events in Beijing(January Updated)

This is the first large-scale themed exhibition of the Gintama IP in North China, transforming the 10F Art Gallery at Chaoyang Joy City into a vibrant anime carnival blending passion and hilarity. Staying true to Gintama's core spirit of "delivering life lessons through absurd humor," the exhibition features nine themed photo zones and limited-time experiences, creating a nostalgic gathering place for fans to relive memories and bond over shared love for the series. Scene recreations are the exhibition's core charm: The wooden tables and chairs at Yorozuya perfectly replicate the anime's opening scenes, making you feel like Gintoki might sprawl on the sofa eating sweets any second. The infamous "sandpaper scene" at the Yagyuu family bathroom comes with built-in humor, while classic quotes on the walls instantly transport visitors into the storyline. At the Shinsengumi headquarters, mayonnaise-themed details everywhere recreate the characters' daily bonds. Other highlights include a snowscape photo spot with delicate "snowflakes," a Justaway factory assembly line where you can witness the "production process," Madao's shabby hut, and a giant statue of Sadaharu mid-bite—each location hides Easter eggs only true fans would appreciate. Interactive experiences and merchandise add to the ceremonial feel: The Elizabeth card game zone lets you enjoy the fun of "rule-free" battles, while themed photo booths create personalized souvenir frames. Exclusive Beijing-themed merchandise like plush pillows and dolls give tangible form to your passion. Here, you can snap photos of iconic scenes, bond with fellow fans over inside jokes, and—as the exhibition slogan says—"Only those who laugh till the end truly understand Gintama." Every visitor will leave with joyful memories rekindling the series' themes of perseverance and warmth.

Operating on a "cinema-style" model, it supports on-site film selection and self-organized group experiences with uniform pricing, allowing users to freely choose content while combining social and educational elements. Utilizing "real-world anchors + virtual storytelling" technology alongside spatial computing and modeling, it creates a multi-sensory immersive experience. The venue also serves as a regular industry exchange platform to advance VR content creation and technological innovation. As a new landmark blending culture and technology, it aims to explore commercial pathways for VR cinemas and provide replicable operational models for the industry. Future plans include nationwide expansion to establish a new ecosystem for immersive cultural consumption.

"Past and Future: A Special Exhibition of Cultural Relics and Hanging Sculpture Art from Xiaoxitian" will systematically display nearly 100 cultural relics from Xiaoxitian's collection, including the "Yongle Northern Canon," and present digital reproductions of Xiaoxitian's hanging sculpture art through VR technology.

When a beam of light falls precisely on a vast stage; when a person quietly walks through this light—a world is born. The simplest form, yet richest expression of emotion—this is the charm of monologue, and it is the spiritual core that the International Monologue Festival has established and upheld since its inaugural opening in March 2023. Looking back, the inaugural Gulou West Monologue Festival, through performances, a one-act short play competition, an immersive traditional Chinese drama show, and a theatrical forum, planted the seeds of the monologue and witnessed the incredible energy that a single-act performance can unleash. The following autumn, the second International Monologue Festival transcended national boundaries, inviting outstanding works from Greece, Russia, Denmark, and other countries. This allowed Chinese audiences to glimpse the diverse landscape of monologue art worldwide and allowed the world to hear the voices of Chinese monologues. Now, the third edition has arrived as promised. With even greater sincerity, we bring together 19 top-tier works from China, the United States, Spain, Georgia, Argentina, and other countries and regions. Together, they will paint a picture of the cutting-edge of contemporary monodrama. Furthermore, this year's festival will span autumn and winter, from late October to the end of the year, offering a longer-lasting, more intense theatrical marathon. In addition to familiar theater venues, this year's festival will collaborate with the First Langyuan Vintage to find the most suitable narrative venues for these unique "one-person" plays. Within the confines of "one person," we continue to explore the infinite universe and philosophy of human emotion. See you at the theater.

The "Spirit Cage Themed Exhibition" held at 100 Art Museum's Beijing Joy City location is an art exhibition centered around the popular animated series "Spirit Cage." This exhibition provides fans and art enthusiasts with an opportunity to deeply explore and experience the world of "Spirit Cage." Through meticulously designed scenes and interactive installations, visitors will feel as if they've stepped into the universe of the animation, experiencing its key scenes and plotlines. The exhibition will showcase numerous artworks related to "Spirit Cage," including original drawings, concept designs, character models, and more, revealing the artistic creation process behind the animation production.

"Potala Palace" VR Immersive Experience Exhibition in Beijing is a cultural feast that blends technology and culture. Exhibition Name: Wishes Together - VR Immersive Exhibition of the Documentary "Potala Palace" Exhibition dates: Aug 1, 2025–Apr 5, 2026 Exhibition Venue: 13F, CITS Building, No. 1 Dongdan North Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing Duration: about 40 mins Exhibition area: approx. 400 square meters Exhibition highlights High-precision real-life restoration Utilizing 1:1 high-precision real-world scanning technology, this experience faithfully recreates the Potala Palace's halls, murals, statues, and cultural artifacts in stunning detail. Visitors can explore classic scenes like the Hall of the Four Heavenly Kings and the Red Palace corridors, even gaining access to normally restricted areas such as the golden rooftop complex. Cutting-edge technology interaction Combining positioning and gesture recognition technology, visitors can activate scenes and reveal hidden information through actions like waving or tapping, deeply engaging in the exploration process and becoming the protagonists of their journey. Cultural and Natural Immersive Experiences Beyond exploring the Potala Palace's interior, the exhibition also uses light and shadow technology to take visitors on a journey—overlooking the Lhasa River Valley, admiring the Zanda Earth Forest, gazing at the starry sky, and experiencing the harmonious blend of Tibetan nature and culture. Multi-dimensional extended experiences During the exhibition, limited-edition merchandise, DIY crafts, and cultural salon activities will be launched to enhance your visiting experience.

Chaoyang Theatre Acrobatic Show is located at 36 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing City, close to Exit C1 of Hujialou Station of Beijing Subway Line 10. Watching acrobatics and going to Chaoyang has become a common occurrence in the Beijing performance market; this location hosts many well-known names in the acrobatics world both from China and elsewhere. The performers here are very talented, and each performance is difficult, awe-inspiring, and worth seeing.

The Lao She Teahouse on West Qianmen Street in Beijing is named for the famous folk artist Lao She. The teahouse has three floors. The first floor consists of a dining area. The second floor features a tea exhibition hall, and the third floor is used for theatrical performances. The decoration of the teahouse is unique. In particular, the second floor is exceptionally distinctive with its "Qianmen Style Courtyard Teahouse" exhibit. Every building room is a glorious patchwork of traditional arts and modern technology. The third-floor performance area daily features various colorful and entertaining shows, including crosstalk comedy, acrobatic shows, ventriloquists, and more. In addition, the teahouse also has a small collection of vintage and antique items on display, which showcases the characteristics of Beijing from yesterday.

The musical "Golden Mask Dynasty" tells a matchless tale about love. It integrates dance, acrobatics, costumes, and other artistic disciplines. It uses the theme of "love and harmony" to creatively use dance, lighting, videography, and stage presentation,tunts and other high-tech arts recreate the magnificent momentum of the Chinese civilization. The "Golden Mask Dynasty" is based on the ancient Sanxingdui civilization as the background of the time. It has adopted eight different chapters: "war", "history", "forging", "celebration", "under the moon", "flood", "commemorating the heavens" and "transforming". The story tells of the queen with a golden mask that created a glorious dynasty with wisdom, tolerance, trust and love.

Under the starry night sky, backed by the beautiful Simatai Great Wall, on Wangjing Street in the town, a visual feast is being staged. A crossover between art and technology, a collision between modernity and tradition. Stepping on the beat of the music, water and fire blend together, playing the love of water and fire, beautiful and romantic.