Dates not yet confirmed. The organiser has not announced this edition. The dates below follow the festival's usual pattern and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.
The Shichahai International Food Fair sets up at the Lotus Market in Beijing from early summer with canal-city street food from abroad, time-honoured Beijing snacks and free entry.
Dates and details checked October 1, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Beijing around 19 June to 25 October 2026, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Shichahai International Food Fair runs 19 June to 25 October. These are the food tours and tastings in Beijing to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
8 hours
Explore the Forbidden City and Shichahai on a private tour in Beijing. Choose between two itineraries and enjoy a Yongle Palace Banquet with live performances.
Guided tour · 1 - 4 hours
Experience the local life by exploring the Hutongs. Here you will encounter local Beijingers and find some interesting trendy stores, restaurants and bars .
Private tour · 4 hours
Join an exclusive journey through Beijing's Dong Si Hutong, where a two-hour food walking tour reveals over 20 local delicacies, and uncovering the hidden gems of the ...
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