The 2026 Beijing International Gourmet Festival will take place at Lihua Square in Chaoyang Park from September 3 to 6. Admission is free, giving visitors the chance to sample flavors from around the world without leaving Beijing.
A Feast of Global Flavors
More than 100 food stalls will be opened, representing international chains, star-rated hotels, specialty restaurants, and restaurants listed in the Michelin Guide and the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide. Besides familiar favorites such as American burgers, Italian pizza, Thai curry, Korean barbecue and Japanese yakitori, visitors can find specialties that are less commonly found in Beijing, including Indian pani puri, Turkish kebab and Middle Eastern shawarma.
Middle Eastern Cuisines to Take Center Stage
For those who have watched the film "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East", there is good news. While the fictional Loong Restaurant was in the Middle East, visitors in Beijing can try out Middle Eastern cuisines at this upcoming festival. Dishes from Egypt, Türkiye and beyond will be on offer, including signature ones such as Middle Eastern-style lamb pilaf and hummus.
Trending Choices to Be on Offer
A few surprises are also awaiting! Visitors can sample popular dishes that have gone viral online, along with signature specialties from restaurants that are usually difficult to book, all in one place!
Schedule
September 3 (Thursday): 16:00–22:00
September 4–6 (Friday to Sunday): 10:00–22:00
Transportation Guide
By Subway: Take Subway Line 14 to Chaoyang Park Station (Exit B is the closest to the park's south gate). Alternatively, get off at Zaoying Station to enter through the west gate.
By Bus: Take bus route 973, 675, 302, 406, 499, 431, 672 or Special Route 142 and get off at Chaoyanggongyuannanmen (朝阳公园南门) Stop.
By Car: The parking lot at the south gate No. 2 is the closest, but spaces are limited. Other options include the parking lots at the east gates 7, 5 and 3, and west gates 4 and 3, although these are farther from Lihua Square.
Get ready for a culinary journey around the world!
(Source: WeChat account "Meishi Ditu Youyue" (美食地图有约))
