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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T180000
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SUMMARY:World Culture Day - Chinese Shadow Puppet Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:May21World Culture Day – Chinese Shadow Puppet Making WorkshopWhen:21 May 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nClick the BOOK TICKET button below to reserve your spot via our Eventbrite listing.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome join us and celebrate World Culture Day with art\, culture\, and make your own Chinese puppet!\n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating World Culture Day\, a day to explore and enjoy the rich diversity of cultures from around the globe! Step into the magical world of Chinese shadow puppetry (中国皮影戏\, Zhōngguó pí yǐng xì)\, one of China’s oldest and most enchanting art forms! \n\n\n\nShadow puppetry is a traditional form of storytelling where intricately carved leather puppets are projected onto a screen using light. Through movement\, music\, and storytelling\, these puppets bring ancient tales of heroes\, folklore\, and legends to life. It’s a vibrant mix of art\, performance\, and imagination that has delighted audiences for centuries. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the cultural significance of Chinese shadow theatre\n\n\n\nCreate your own shadow puppet to take home\n\n\n\nEnjoy Chinese snacks\, tea while creating your own puppet\n\n\n\n\nCome join us and celebrate World Culture Day with art\, culture\, and make your own Chinese puppet! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n21st May \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All are welcome! \n\n\n\n £30 (Free for our students)\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? Treats\, drinks\, make your own shadow puppet to take home. \n\n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nChinese shadow puppetry (中国皮影戏\, Zhōngguó pí yǐng xì) is a traditional performing art with a history of over a thousand years. Using hand-carved\, vividly painted leather puppets and the interplay of light and shadow\, storytellers bring ancient myths\, historical legends\, and folklore to life in a captivating performance. \n\n\n\nBeyond entertainment\, shadow puppetry serves as a window into Chinese culture\, preserving traditional stories and moral lessons across generations. Each puppet reflects incredible craftsmanship and regional artistic styles\, making every performance a celebration of art\, storytelling\, and cultural heritage. Historically\, these performances were part of festivals\, temple fairs\, and community gatherings\, helping to bring people together and strengthen social bonds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/world-culture-day-chinese-shadow-puppet-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festive Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T180000
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SUMMARY:Dragon Boat Festival Celebration: Create Your Own Bamboo Perfume Charm
DESCRIPTION:Jun16Dragon Boat Festival Celebration: Create Your Own Bamboo Perfume Charm When:16 June 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nClick the BOOK TICKET button below to reserve your spot via our Eventbrite listing.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate Dragon Boat traditions\, experience traditional Chinese culture and craft.\n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节\, Duānwǔ Jié)\, a centuries-old tradition honouring the poet Qu Yuan\, welcoming summer\, and bringing communities together through dragon boat races\, festive foods\, and time-honoured customs.  \n\n\n\nFeel the vibrant festive spirit as you create your own bamboo perfume charm (香包\, xiāng bāo). These fragrant sachets\, filled with herbs and spices\, have been part of the festival for centuries. They were traditionally made to ward off evil spirits\, keep insects away\, and bring good health and luck during the summer season. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🐉Cultural Discovery: Learn about the Dragon Boat Festival’s story and traditional customs \n\n\n\n🎋 Traditional Craft: Create your own bamboo-woven perfume charm filled with fragrant herbs to take home which is used for protection and blessing \n\n\n\n🎊 Tasty treats: Enjoy a selection of Chinese snacks and a chance to taste the festive food Zongzi \n\n\n\nCelebrate the Dragon Boat Festival in style\, soak up the festive spirit\, and create your own fragrant lucky charm to bring home! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n16th June \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All are welcome! \n\n\n\n £30 (Free for our students)\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? Treats\, drinks\, zongzi tasting\, make your own bamboo perfume charm. \n\n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nThe Dragon Boat Festival is one of China’s oldest and most beloved traditional festivals\, celebrated for over 2\,000 years. It commemorates the patriotic poet Qu Yuan\, who\, according to legend\, drowned himself in protest against political corruption. To honour him\, local people raced out in boats to try to save him or recover his body\, giving rise to the tradition of dragon boat racing. \n\n\n\nThe festival is also associated with warding off evil and promoting health. People hang herbs\, wear perfume pouches (香包\, xiāng bāo)\, and eat zongzi (sticky rice dumplings)\, which were originally thrown into rivers to protect Qu Yuan’s spirit and keep bad luck away. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/dragon-boat-festival-celebration-create-your-own-bamboo-perfume-pouch/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festive Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T190000
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SUMMARY:Tanabata Festival: Make a Wish Wind Chime
DESCRIPTION:Jul7Tanabata Festival: Make a Wish Wind ChimeWhen:7 July 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nClick the BOOK TICKET button below to reserve your spot via our Eventbrite listing.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegisterSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a fun way to experience Tanabata \, a traditional Japanese festival that blends mythology\, making wishes under the stars.\n\n\n\nThis celebration is a fun way to experience Tanabata (七夕)\, a traditional Japanese summer festival that blends mythology\, customs\, and making wishes under the stars. \n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate the Tanabata Star Festival\, a centuries-old tradition inspired by the romantic legend of Orihime and Hikoboshi – two celestial lovers separated by the Milky Way\, who are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh night of the seventh month. On this night\, it is believed that wishes written on Earth are carried up to the stars and may come true. \n\n\n\nAcross Japan\, Tanabata is marked by vibrant bamboo decorations\, colourful paper wishes\, and gentle summer breezes that carry hopes into the night sky. It is a festival that celebrates longing\, connection\, and the beauty of dreaming beneath the stars. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🎋 Stories & Traditions: Discover the legend of the star-crossed lovers and how Tanabata has been celebrated for centuries through poetry\, festivals\, and bamboo wish trees \n\n\n\n📝 Wish Writing Ritual: Write your own wishes on colourful paper strips\, following a cherished Japanese custom where hopes and dreams are hung on branches and offered to the stars \n\n\n\n🎐 Summer Crafting: Create and decorate your own traditional Japanese wind chime\, a symbol of summer that produces soft\, calming sounds in the breeze\, paired with your personal wish to carry your intentions into the wind \n\n\n\n🍡 Seasonal Flavours: Enjoy a selection of Japanese-inspired snacks while immersing yourself in the festive summer atmosphere \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n7th July  \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All are welcome! \n\n\n\n £30 (Free for our students)\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? Treats\, drinks\, writing your wishes on beautiful Japanese paper\, make your own wind chime \n\n\n\n\nRegisterSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nTanabata (七夕)\, or the Star Festival\, is a traditional Japanese celebration based on the romantic legend of Orihime and Hikoboshi\, two stars separated by the Milky Way who are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month. \n\n\n\nOver time\, this celestial story became a cherished cultural tradition in Japan. People celebrate by writing wishes on colourful paper strips called tanzaku and hanging them on bamboo branches\, believing their hopes are carried to the stars by the summer breeze. \n\n\n\nBlending myth\, nature\, and seasonal beauty\, Tanabata is a festival of wishes\, connection\, and hope under the night sky. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/tanabata-festival-make-a-wish-wind-chime/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafting Workshop,Festive Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T180000
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SUMMARY:Chinese Valentine’s Day: Qixi Festival & Perfume Pouch Making
DESCRIPTION:Aug19Chinese Valentine’s Day: Qixi Festival & Perfume Pouch MakingWhen:19 August 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nClick the BOOK TICKET button below to reserve your spot via our Eventbrite listing.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQixi (七夕节)\, often known as the Chinese Valentine’s Festival\, is a celebration of love\, longing\, and timeless devotion inspired by one of China’s most beautiful legends.\n\n\n\nIt tells the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl\, two lovers separated by the Milky Way who are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. \n\n\n\nIn the spirit of Qixi\, a romantic festival celebrating love and connection\, fragrant perfume pouches (香包\, xiāng bāo) make a meaningful handmade gift for loved ones. Filled with aromatic herbs \, these small sachets are believed to symbolise affection\, protection\, and good fortune. In this experience\, you’ll create your own perfume pouch\, blending fragrance and design into a personal charm to share with someone special\, carrying your heartfelt wishes and blessings. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🌙 Learn the Festival Story: Discover the story of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl and how their once-a-year reunion became one of China’s most enduring love festivals \n\n\n\n🧵 Perfume Pouches Making: Make your own perfume pouch (香包\, xiāng bāo)\, symbolising love\, protection\, and good fortune \n\n\n\n🥠Asian Treats : Enjoy a selection of Asian snacks and drinks \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n19th August  \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All are welcome! \n\n\n\n £30 (Free for our students)\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? Treats\, drinks\, take home your own perfume pouch\n\n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nQixi (七夕节)\, often known as the Chinese Valentine’s Day\, is a traditional festival rooted in the romantic legend of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl. According to the story\, the two lovers are separated by the Milky Way and allowed to reunite only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month\, when the stars are said to align across the night sky. \n\n\n\nOver time\, this celestial tale has become a cultural expression of love\, longing\, and devotion. Qixi is associated with themes of connection and heartfelt wishes\, and is traditionally marked by storytelling\, seasonal celebrations\, and handmade expressions of care and affection.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/22113/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafting Workshop,Festive Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T190000
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SUMMARY:Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration: Mooncakes Tasting & Lantern Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sep22Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration: Mooncakes Tasting & Lantern Making WorkshopWhen:22 September 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nClick the BOOK TICKET button below to reserve your spot via our Eventbrite listing.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival through taste\, craft\, and tradition\, take home your own lantern as a glowing symbol of hope and reunion.\n\n\n\nCelebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节)\, a traditional Chinese festival that honours the full moon\, family reunion\, and the beauty of the autumn season. Rooted in centuries of stories and symbolism\, it is a time for gathering\, sharing\, and reflecting under the brightest moon of the year. \n\n\n\nMooncakes are traditionally shared as symbols of unity and togetherness\, while tea is enjoyed in quiet appreciation. Lanterns also play an important role in the festival—glowing decorations that light up homes and streets\, symbolising hope\, joy\, and reunion as people come together to admire the full moon. You will have the chance to create and take home your own lantern. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🌕 Festival Stories: Discover the legends and cultural meanings behind the Mid-Autumn Festival\, from moon mythology to themes of reunion and gratitude \n\n\n\n🥮 Mooncakes & Tea: Enjoy traditional mooncakes paired with fragrant tea\, experiencing a beloved festival pairing that celebrates sharing and togetherness \n\n\n\n🏮 Lantern Making: Create and decorate your own Mid-Autumn lantern\, inspired by traditional designs that are lit and carried to celebrate light\, unity\, and seasonal change \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n22nd September  \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All are welcome! \n\n\n\n £30 (Free for our students)\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? mooncake tasting with tea\, make your own lantern to take home\n\n\n\n\nbook ticketSubmitting form\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nThe Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated during the autumn full moon\, symbolising reunion\, gratitude\, and togetherness. Observed on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month\, it is a time when families and friends gather to admire the moon and celebrate the beauty of the season. \n\n\n\nOne of the festival’s most recognisable traditions is the sharing of mooncakes\, round pastries that symbolise unity\, completeness\, and reunion. Tea is often enjoyed alongside them as families come together for evening gatherings beneath the moonlight. Lanterns also play an important role in the celebration\, illuminating homes and streets with warm light as symbols of hope\, joy\, and good fortune. \n\n\n\nRooted in centuries of folklore and seasonal customs\, the Mid-Autumn Festival remains one of the most cherished celebrations in Chinese culture today. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/mid-autumn-festival-celebration-mooncakes-tasting-lantern-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Crafting Workshop,Festive Celebration
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UID:22171-1791396000-1791399600@events.dearasia.co.uk
SUMMARY:Autumn Term School Welcome Party: Experience Korea
DESCRIPTION:Oct7Autumn Term School Welcome Party: Experience KoreaWhen:7 October 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nThis event is for our students only\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKick off the autumn term with an evening of Korean flavours\, fun activities\, and new connections at our School Welcome Party! Whether you’re new to the school or returning for another term\, this is the perfect chance to meet classmates\, relax\, and celebrate the start of a new term together.\n\n\n\nEnjoy a selection of popular Korean snacks and drinks while discovering more about Korean culture through games and cultural quiz. The evening is designed to bring everyone together in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🥤 Korean Snacks & Drinks: Try a variety of Korean-inspired snacks and refreshing drinks\, tea.  \n\n\n\n🎯 Cultural Quiz & Games: Take part in a fun Korean culture quiz with chances to win prizes \n\n\n\n👋 Meet & Mingle: Get to know fellow students\, make new friends\, and connect with the school community in a relaxed social setting \n\n\n\n🎉 Autumn Term Celebration: Start the new term with good food\, laughter\, and a warm welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n7th October   \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: Our students \n\n\n\n Free for our students\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? Treats\, drinks and prizes for cultural quiz \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/autumn-term-school-welcome-party-experience-korea/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:School Open Day
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UID:22176-1793728800-1793732400@events.dearasia.co.uk
SUMMARY:Japanese Culture Day (文化の日\, Bunka no Hi) Celebration: Taste\, Sip & Enjoy 🇯🇵
DESCRIPTION:Nov3Japanese Culture Day  (文化の日\, Bunka no Hi) Celebration: Taste\, Sip & Enjoy 🇯🇵When:3 November 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nThis event is for our students only\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate Japan Culture Day (文化の日\, Bunka no Hi)\, a national holiday observed on 3 November in Japan that honours culture\, the arts\, and academic achievement. It is a day dedicated to appreciating creativity\, tradition\, and the diverse cultural expressions that shape modern Japan.\n\n\n\nAcross Japan\, Culture Day is marked by ceremonies\, cultural exhibitions\, school events\, and community celebrations that highlight both traditional heritage and contemporary Japanese culture\, from tea ceremony and calligraphy to music\, food\, and pop culture. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n🍵 Taste & Sip: Enjoy a selection of Japanese snacks\, drinks\, tea inspired by everyday favourites and seasonal treats \n\n\n\n🎯 Cultural Quiz & Activities: Take part in a fun quiz exploring Japanese traditions\, festivals\, food\, language\, and a chance to win prizes  \n\n\n\n🎌 Culture Day Spotlight: Learn about how Japan celebrates Culture Day\, including its focus on the arts\, education\, and cultural appreciation across the country \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n3rd November   \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All students welcome\n\n\n\n Free for our students\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? snacks\, drinks\, tea\, prizes \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nJapan Culture Day (文化の日\, Bunka no Hi)\, observed on 3 November\, is a national holiday dedicated to celebrating culture\, the arts\, and academic achievement in Japan. Established after World War II\, it reflects the country’s commitment to peace and the value of cultural development as a foundation for society. \n\n\n\nOn this day\, museums often open for free\, cultural awards are presented\, and schools and communities hold exhibitions and performances showcasing traditional and contemporary Japanese arts. It is a moment to appreciate creativity in many forms—from classical practices like calligraphy and tea ceremony to modern expressions in design\, music\, and popular culture. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/japanese-culture-day-%e6%96%87%e5%8c%96%e3%81%ae%e6%97%a5-bunka-no-hi-celebration-taste-sip-enjoy-%f0%9f%87%af%f0%9f%87%b5/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festive Celebration
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DTSTAMP:20260518T040945
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SUMMARY:Dear Asia Christmas Party 🎄
DESCRIPTION:Dec4Dear Asia Christmas Party 🎄When:4 December 2026 18:00Where:Dear Asia Aldgate Tower \nThis event is for our students only\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter a year filled with learning\, and achievements\, it’s time to pause\, come together\, and celebrate everything we’ve accomplished with our students and teachers at our School Christmas Party. This year\, we’re adding a Korean twist to the festivities\, bringing together vibrant flavours\, music\, and joyful moments to end the year on a high note.\n\n\n\nThe evening is a chance for students and teachers to step away from the classroom and enjoy a well-deserved celebration together. Expect a lively atmosphere filled with delicious Korean food\, popular snacks\, and refreshing drinks\, all set to the sounds of K-Pop hits and festive music. Join us and see what special surprises we have planned for you! \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\n\n\n 🇰🇷Korean Food & Treats: Enjoy a variety of Korean food\, snacks\, and drinks throughout the evening \n\n\n\n🎶 K-Pop Party Vibes: Dance\, sing along\, and celebrate with the biggest K-Pop hits and festive music \n\n\n\n🎁 Lucky Draw: Take part in our lucky draw with a chance to win £300 in prizes \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of the event\n\n\n\n\n4th December    \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm – 7pm \n\n\n\nWhere:  Dear Asia Aldgate Tower\n\n\n\nWho: All students welcome\n\n\n\n Free for our students [BYOB please]\n\n\n\nWhat’s included? food\, drinks\, prizes \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Dear Asia Student\n\n\n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\n\n\nYou must be a current student to attend the event free(required)\n Yes No\n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n				\n					\n				\n				 Send RSVPSubmitting form\n		\n		\n		\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultural introduction\n\n\n\nChristmas in Korea (크리스마스) is a public holiday celebrated in a more modern and social way compared to many other countries. While it is not traditionally a major family-focused holiday like Seollal (Lunar New Year) or Chuseok\, it has become a popular occasion for couples\, friends\, and young people to spend time together. \n\n\n\nCities are decorated with bright lights\, festive displays\, and Christmas trees\, creating a lively winter atmosphere in places like Seoul. People often celebrate by going out for meals\, meeting friends\, exchanging small gifts\, or enjoying seasonal treats in cafés and restaurants. \n\n\n\nChristmas in Korea blends global festive traditions with contemporary culture\, focusing on shared experiences\, enjoyment\, and spending meaningful time with others during the winter season. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to hire us? \n\n\n\nBespoke event for you! \n\n\n\nDear Asia is a London-based event organiser specialising in creative workshops celebrating Asian cultures. With years of experience\, our team excels at hosting engaging events for groups of 15-60 people in your office. We’re passionate about what we do\, but our capacity is limited. If you’d like us to run an event for you\, visit this page for more details and get in touch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhire us for your event
URL:https://events.dearasia.co.uk/2026/dear-asia-christmas-party-%f0%9f%8e%84/
LOCATION:Dear Asia Aldgate Center\, 2 Leman Street\, London\, E1 8FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festive Celebration
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