Funky Friday night returns to The Shelter with The Lab crew playing funk, soul, hip-hop, latin, afrobeats, reggae , cumbia, and more all night long. DJs V-Nutz, Monk and Sense on the mix. Cover: 30rmb. Starts 10pm.
The Shelter Basement of
5 Yongfu Lu,
near Fuxing Xi Lu
Funky Friday night returns to The Shelter with The Lab crew playing funk, soul, hip-hop, latin, afrobeats, reggae , cumbia, and more all night long. DJs V-Nutz, Monk and Sense on the mix. Cover: 30rmb. Starts 10pm.
The Shelter
New Heights hosts another evening of retro-minded partying with their "Love Boat" party. Dancers, party games, and a DJ. 250rmb pre-sale, 280rmb at the door -- includes open bar from 10pm onwards.
New Heights Three on the Bund,
7/F, 17 Guangdong Lu,
near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
New Heights hosts another evening of retro-minded partying with their "Love Boat" party. Dancers, party games, and a DJ. 250rmb pre-sale, 280rmb at the door -- includes open bar from 10pm onwards.
New Heights
A trio of metalcore bands on stage at 696. Touring act, Why Lazy (nu metal / screamo) in town on their China tour, supported by Hidden Agenda and Before the Daybreak. Cover: 40rmb. Starts 8:30pm.
696 Live House Suite 115, Bldg A, 118 Dong Jiangwan Lu,
near Huayuan Lu
A trio of metalcore bands on stage at 696. Touring act, Why Lazy (nu metal / screamo) in town on their China tour, supported by Hidden Agenda and Before the Daybreak. Cover: 40rmb. Starts 8:30pm.
696 Live House
Local bilingual improv troupe Zmack present their third anniversary show at this seldom-used livehouse. It's 50rmb to get in but for that you get a guest performance by Yu Zhou Ji Le Tuan, Zmack's Chinese partner team. This show is primarily in English, with three scenes (at least) in Chinese. There's also an improv jam session you can join...
Kento's Live House New Factories,
3/F, 34 Yuyao Lu,
near Xikang Lu, Jing An
Local bilingual improv troupe Zmack present their third anniversary show at this seldom-used livehouse. It's 50rmb to get in but for that you get a guest performance by Yu Zhou Ji Le Tuan, Zmack's Chinese partner team. This show is...
Kento's Live House
As the world sets their sights on the White Isle, Hed Kandi presents a sneak preview of their summer stock. This is their 10th year on the island and to celebrate in Hed Kandi style they've got glamourous DJ Stephanie at The Geisha, playing oonce oonce. Free for girls until midnight. 100rmb cover. Starts 10pm.
The Geisha 390 Shanxi Nan Lu,
near Fuxing Lu
As the world sets their sights on the White Isle, Hed Kandi presents a sneak preview of their summer stock. This is their 10th year on the island and to celebrate in Hed Kandi style they've got glamourous DJ Stephanie at The Geisha,...
The Geisha
Love Bang, Shanghai's monthly dance party returns with different genres and tempos mixed together real nice like. Music by: The Super Ayi Cleaning Team, DJ Cavia vs. DJ Caution, Heatwolves vs. MC One Consciousness, BEARS vs. GHOSTS. Hip hop, dubstep, club music (B'more, Philly, Jersey), love music, motown, RnB. No cover. Starts 9pm.
Dada 115 Xingfu Lu,
near Fahuazhen Lu
Love Bang, Shanghai's monthly dance party returns with different genres and tempos mixed together real nice like. Music by: The Super Ayi Cleaning Team, DJ Cavia vs. DJ Caution, Heatwolves vs. MC One Consciousness, BEARS vs. GHOSTS. Hip...
Dada
Radio Tank present NYC / London electro-punks T3ETH, hitting Shanghai for a one-off date fresh from a tour of Japan. Darlings of the fashion world and Pitchfork alike, expect the unexpected – and the most fun you can have with a live band. DJ duties will be ably handled by Pairs and special guests. Cover: 50rmb.
Lune 4F, 218 Xinle Lu,
corner of Donghu Lu
Radio Tank present NYC / London electro-punks T3ETH, hitting Shanghai for a one-off date fresh from a tour of Japan. Darlings of the fashion world and Pitchfork alike, expect the unexpected – and the most fun you can have with a live...
Lune
Jay Soul, Tamlan S and Tig, with support from Mau Mau, The Uhhh and Trix a the second installment of The Ice Cream Truck's Summer Rooftop party series for 2012. Door: 80rmb w/one drink; Free before 5pm IF you RSVP: rsvp@tictcreative.com. One RSVP per email address. Guest list closes at 5pm on Thursday, May 24.
Atanu 1 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu,
near Yan'an Lu
Jay Soul, Tamlan S and Tig, with support from Mau Mau, The Uhhh and Trix a the second installment of The Ice Cream Truck's Summer Rooftop party series for 2012. Door: 80rmb w/one drink; Free before 5pm IF you RSVP: rsvp@tictcreative.com....
Atanu
Three hard rock / punk bands on deck for Live Bar's "Hard Core Rock You" night: Whitebread, Fistfightin11steps, Dinner Party for Ten. New heavy music from young Shanghai bands. Cover: 40rmb. Starts 9pm.
Live Bar 800 Guoshun Dong Lu,
near Shuangyang Lu
Three hard rock / punk bands on deck for Live Bar's "Hard Core Rock You" night: Whitebread, Fistfightin11steps, Dinner Party for Ten. New heavy music from young Shanghai bands. Cover: 40rmb. Starts 9pm.
Live Bar
Girls Like Mystery bring another round of China Britrocks to YYT with 3 other Chinese bands: Daydreamer, Beatrace and Wheel of Fortune. Carrying the after party will be JJMC with DJ Roo and Morteya bringing on the beats until the wee hours. Cover: 40rmb. Starts 8:30pm.
Yuyintang 851 Kaixuan Lu,
by Yan'an Xi Lu
(Entrance behind the Metro Station)
Girls Like Mystery bring another round of China Britrocks to YYT with 3 other Chinese bands: Daydreamer, Beatrace and Wheel of Fortune. Carrying the after party will be JJMC with DJ Roo and Morteya bringing on the beats until the wee...
Yuyintang
1933 has invited Cold Fairyland to do a feature concert at their fourth floor Basilica Hall. Traditional and modern Chinese rock music collide. More info at www.coldfairlyand.com. Pre-sale: 80rmb. 100rmb at the door. Booking hotline: 400 888 1933. Starts 9pm.
1933 1933, 29 Shajing Lu,
near Haining Lu
(Adjacent to the Kowloon Hotel -- taxis know it as jiulong binguan)
1933 has invited Cold Fairyland to do a feature concert at their fourth floor Basilica Hall. Traditional and modern Chinese rock music collide. More info at www.coldfairlyand.com. Pre-sale: 80rmb. 100rmb at the door. Booking hotline:...
1933
Blue Marlin in Thumb Plaza hosts "Jam Hot" -- six Filipino bands rocking out, playing the rock, pop, and classic tunes. Free entry or an optional BBQ Buffet and Free Flow Beer from 7pm-10pm for 128rmb. Starts 7pm.
Blue Marlin 689 Lantian Lu,
near Lan'an Lu
Blue Marlin in Thumb Plaza hosts "Jam Hot" -- six Filipino bands rocking out, playing the rock, pop, and classic tunes. Free entry or an optional BBQ Buffet and Free Flow Beer from 7pm-10pm for 128rmb. Starts 7pm.
Blue Marlin
Haven nightclub and restaurant recaptures the exotic Middle East, with an evening of hookah pipes, live dancers, and henna artists. Admission is 200rmb. Includes a drink of your choice.
Haven Dream Wharf,
Building 3,
1029 Zhongshan Nan Lu,
near Duojia Lu
Haven nightclub and restaurant recaptures the exotic Middle East, with an evening of hookah pipes, live dancers, and henna artists. Admission is 200rmb. Includes a drink of your choice.
Every Sat until May 26 at Haven
10 DJs present a series of weekly parties, playing a history of house music from it's disco roots through to deep and acid, all the way to modern juke and future house. Each night begins with an hour long documentary film on the history of the music to follow. DJs from Shanghai, London, Miami, Detroit, China and more. No entry fee. Every Thursday night in May. Movies at 9pm. Music after.
Dada 115 Xingfu Lu,
near Fahuazhen Lu
10 DJs present a series of weekly parties, playing a history of house music from it's disco roots through to deep and acid, all the way to modern juke and future house. Each night begins with an hour long documentary film on the history of...
Every Thu until May 31 at Dada
For a month from May 8, Glamour Bar is offering a "Taste of Glamour" -- one glass of champagne and a foie gras lollipop for just 10rmb. Deal valid daily from 5pm to 8pm. Limit is one per customer.
Glamour Bar Five on the Bund,
6/F, 20 Guangdong Lu,
near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
For a month from May 8, Glamour Bar is offering a "Taste of Glamour" -- one glass of champagne and a foie gras lollipop for just 10rmb. Deal valid daily from 5pm to 8pm. Limit is one per customer.
Daily until Jun 8 at Glamour Bar
Live Lounge every Thursdays at Barbarossa welcomes in special guests, jazz vocalist Coco Zhao with Wayne's Basement. Expect a performance that blends traditional jazz with some contemporary interpretations. No entry fee. Call ahead for table reservations. Starts 9:30pm.
Barbarossa Inside People's Park,
231 Nanjing Xi Lu,
near Huangpi Nan Lu
(Entrance between Starbucks and Shanghai Art Museum)
Live Lounge every Thursdays at Barbarossa welcomes in special guests, jazz vocalist Coco Zhao with Wayne's Basement. Expect a performance that blends traditional jazz with some contemporary interpretations. No entry fee. Call ahead for...
Every Thu until Jun 30 at Barbarossa
The Greg Luttrell Blues Band from Boston has taken up a residency at House of Blues and Jazz -- performing nightly every night except Monday from 9:30pm. These guys pay respectful homage to the pioneers of American music while infusing rock, reggae and funk for a night of raw energy and true soul. Little Feat Lead Belly to Led Zeppelin. Cover charge Fridays and Saturdays 50 rmb.
House of Blues and Jazz 60 Fuzhou Lu,
near the Bund
The Greg Luttrell Blues Band from Boston has taken up a residency at House of Blues and Jazz -- performing nightly every night except Monday from 9:30pm. These guys pay respectful homage to the pioneers of American music while infusing...
Every Sat & Sun until May 27 at House of Blues and Jazz
Everyday from 5pm-7pm, Piro hosts "buy-one-get-one-free" on bottled beers (Brewdog, Rogue, Duvel, and more) and cheap draft by the pint -- 25rmb Tiger; 35rmb Stella.
Piro 91 Changshu Lu,
near Changle Lu
Everyday from 5pm-7pm, Piro hosts "buy-one-get-one-free" on bottled beers (Brewdog, Rogue, Duvel, and more) and cheap draft by the pint -- 25rmb Tiger; 35rmb Stella.
Every Mon-Fri until Nov 13 at Piro
Ladies head over to the Yu Bar for buy-one-get-one-free cocktails all night. Enjoy the view of the city while you peruse the snack selection and mingle.
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel 159 Henan nan Lu,
near Yu Garden
Ladies head over to the Yu Bar for buy-one-get-one-free cocktails all night. Enjoy the view of the city while you peruse the snack selection and mingle.
Every Thu until Dec 31 at Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel
Every Thursday it’s tapas and a select Triple beer for 75rmb -- Westmalle, Karmeliet, Kasteel or St. Feuillien Triple depending on the week. Having trouble pronouncing those in your head? Stop on by and amplify both your vocabulary and beer appreciation.
De Refter 181 Jinxian Lu,
near Maoming Lu
Every Thursday it’s tapas and a select Triple beer for 75rmb -- Westmalle, Karmeliet, Kasteel or St. Feuillien Triple depending on the week. Having trouble pronouncing those in your head? Stop on by and amplify both your vocabulary and...
Every Thu at De Refter
Every Thursday, Eden celebrates the Good Life with local DJs playing Top 40 hip hop and more every week. Good vibes and good times. No cover. Starts 9pm.
Eden 4/F, 760 Nanjing Xi Lu,
near Shimen Er Lu
Every Thursday, Eden celebrates the Good Life with local DJs playing Top 40 hip hop and more every week. Good vibes and good times. No cover. Starts 9pm.
Every Thu at Eden