China events, conferences, and webinars
Western-China relations will define the trajectory of the next century. Don’t miss a chance to hear from experts and participate in global dialogues about how business, diplomacy, and culture are shifting dynamics between China and the West.
Featured events
Sinica x Decoding China: Live in Chicago
For this inaugural event of the Decoding China series, PI and BFI-China are delighted to collaborate with The China Project on a live Sinica Podcast conversation. An additional portion of the event will feature an interactive and fun competition involving the attendees. Registration is required for this free event but the seating is first come, first served. Join us in Chicago!
NEXTChina 2023
The NEXTChina Conference is the ultimate summit on China in 2023, giving a space for China-focused professionals to convene, network, and receive forward- looking insights into current affairs from the foremost thinkers on China today. Our panels, workshops, and interactive engagements will inform and set the agenda for China relations in what promises to be a challenging year ahead. The VIP dinner & Sinica Podcast live show and full-day conference will take place in New York City, with a packed program dedicated to exploring the big questions of China’s role in the world.
Upcoming events from The China Project
Sinica Live in Chicago: After Show Dinner
The Sinica Podcast is hosting a free live recording and game show with the Paulson Institute and Becker Friedman Institute China. Join us afterwards for a private Chinese banquet dinner hosted by The China Project featuring exclusive access to the event’s hosts and guests over delicious Sichuanese food & drink.
Other China-focused events
China Institute Mid Autumn Family Festival 2023
Mid-autumn is one of the most celebrated holidays in China – a time for families to get together under the full moon and light up lanterns to symbolically illuminate the path to success for the rest of the year. Join other families from all over Manhattan at this signature event of ours on September 23 to discover shadow puppetry, mooncakes, traditional Han garments, sugar paintings, and much more!
中秋节 Autumn Festival – Creating a Historic Chinatown Alley
Red Bluff’s Chinese American families trace their roots back to China’s Imperial period. The Helen and Joe Chew Foundation links ancient China to the present through the Terracotta Horse, symbolizing the connection of past and present. Join us!
CGCC Chicago Golf Outing
Join the Chicago chapter of the China General Chamber of Commerce for a fun day of golf with local members and sponsors, followed by a delicious dinner and awards ceremony.
Beyond Disruption: China’s Economy & Advanced Tech Rivalry Executive Summit
Join top business executives and thought leaders from China and the U.S. as you network with 200+ attendees convening to exchange the insights you need with pragmatic conversation on how China’s economy will evolve over the next 5 years and how to turn U.S.-China rivalry into cooperative gains.
China Town Hall: U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns
The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations hosts a yearly China Town Hall to connect leading China experts with Americans around the country for a national conversation on the implications of China’s rise on U.S.-China relations and its impact on our towns, states, and nation.
China Institute Blue Cloud Gala 2023
Co-Chair Yue-Sai Kan is honored for her dedication to the development of Chinese educational programs in a special evening gala event.
Film Screening & Speaker Discussion – Creating a Historic Chinatown
Chongyang Festival, began in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Join us for a documentary screening and panel discussion as part of the “Creating a Historic Chinatown Alley” event series. The film explores Chinese immigration history, struggles, and the Chinese Exclusion Act’s impact on Chinese Americans.
45th Anniversary Chinese American Service League Gala
Attracting over 400 prominent Chicagoans each year, CASL’s Annual Gala is an elegant “black tie” evening of culture, entertainment, and networking with high-profile guests. Our 45th Anniversary Gala will be a prime opportunity to help advance our mission and improve the lives of thousands of individuals and families in the Greater Chicago community. ABC-7 Chicago’s Emmy award-winning anchor Judy Hsu will be returning as the evening’s emcee. Join us this fall for an unforgettable evening of inspiration!