Festive Vibes Take Over Beijing Ahead of Lunar New Year
With Spring Festival just around the corner, Beijing’s 30th Old Beijing New Year Goods Fair is turning up the holiday spirit! 🏮 The National Agricultural Exhibition Center has transformed into a bustling hub this week, drawing crowds eager to snag festive treats and unique finds.
From Dumplings to Danube: A Culinary World Tour
Over 100 vendors showcase regional specialties from Hunan’s spicy cured meats to Inner Mongolia’s creamy cheeses. Pro tip: Follow your nose to free tasting booths offering smoky Yunnan teas and flaky Cantonese pastries! 🥟 Meanwhile, international stalls let visitors sample Moldovan red wine and Russian chocolates—perfect for those Insta-worthy #FoodieMoments.
More Than Shopping: A Cultural Experience
The fair’s lively atmosphere—filled with vendor chants and bargain hunters—creates what local resident Li Wei calls “a time machine to childhood New Years.” Running through February 14, it’s your last chance to stock up on gifts while soaking in traditional paper-cut art displays and lion dance performances. 🦁
📍 Quick Details: – Dates: Now through Feb 14, 2026 – Hot Item Alert: Sichuan pepper-infused jerky is selling fast! – Pro Move: Evening hours see shorter lines!
