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2026-08-26

90's Alt-Rock Concert

A 90s alternative rock tribute night at The Pearl, performed by Red Stars Band, revisits the era’s defining sound. The set pulls from bands like Nirvana, Radiohead, Oasis, Foo Fighters, and Green...

Aug 26, Sep 23 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-08-27

the FVL. "Land of Siesta" Tour (Live Experimental Electronic)

The FVL. are a Taipei-based band blending indie rock, dream pop, and hazy shoegaze into something warm, melodic, and quietly emotional. Their songs drift between shimmering guitars, understated...

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 @ Wigwam

Free Flow Summer Nights

Very solid deal at this club on the corner of Fumin Lu and Xinle Lu - aka The English Corner aka The Triangle of Sadness - on Thursdays this summer. For 98rmb, they're doing free-flow drinks all...

Thursdays until Aug 27 @ Le Baron

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-08-28

Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Neon lights, fist-pumping anthems, and pure 2000s nostalgia—The Pearl’s Red Stars are back, blasting out the decade’s biggest pop-rock bangers with powerhouse vocalists Trenty, Grace & Kat. This is...

Aug 28, Oct 2 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Cypher Park (Live Hip Hop, Pop)

CYPHER PARK-申- is the monthly cypher at C’s, where people come through to freestyle rap, dance, or just hang out. The music ranges from city pop to hyperpop, from jazz hip hop to techno – it’s C’s,...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ C's

How to Build (Emo Rap, Live Hip Hop, Club Music)

Up-and-coming Shanghai-via-Yunnan promoter How To Build presents a night of emo rap and new underground club sounds at C-Park club Illum. Headlining the night is HK rapper, 柒羊 Takeem. The lineup...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Illum

Echos of October (Techno)

Echoes of October craft tough, hypnotic techno built on rolling grooves, cinematic textures, and patient progression. Their productions and DJ sets strike a balance between atmosphere and...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Abyss Club

Scarry Potter (Hip Hop, Edits, Vina House, Asian Club Music)

INS hip hop club Hush hosts Scarry Potter, the former Shanghai resident behind Cyclo and City Moments, who moved to HCMC and started the influential club and label, Piu Piu. He's become a really...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Hush (INS)

Julez (Bass Music, Trap)

Vancouver producer Juelz is a pretty big name in the modern bass music landscape. His sound blends trap, hip-hop, and cinematic sound design into huge festival-ready productions, and he's released...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Dirty House (INS)

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Skyline Dome transforms every Friday into a rooftop night inspired by the golden age of Italian nightlife, featuring Italo Disco classics, Nu Disco grooves, and uplifting house music. Set against...

Fridays until Sep 16 @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-08-29

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GASOLINA Fest (Reggaetón, Latin Hits, Latin House)

Gasolina Fest brings three of Shanghai’s Latin nightlife spots together for one night on August 29. The daytime portion happens from 3pm at La Diosa (Reggaetón classics + Latin hits) and upstairs...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ La Diosa

From ¥ 100

Nu Metal Night

Nu Metal Night at The Pearl brings a lineup of late ’90s and 2000s hits from bands like Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, and System of a Down. The show leans into high-energy, crowd-driven performances...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Heim Invites: Gi Gi (Downtempo, Psych, Dub, Ambient)

Gi Gi is a Texas-based producer and DJ whose dreamy music drifts between ambient, dub, psychedelia, and slow-burning club rhythms. Rather than chasing peaks, his sets unfold with patience, building...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ Heim

The Night Is a Stage feat. DJ TOM and Kunqu Artist Serena

The Night Is a Stage brings together electronic music, Kunqu and cocktails for a night above Shanghai. Hong Kong DJ TOM PRICE joins Kunqu artist Serena for an evening where electronic beats meet...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ Thompson Shanghai Expo

From ¥ 98

Space Panda Presents: SUN CHASERS Rooftop & Indoor Party ft. JOPLYN (DE)

Space Panda presents SUN CHASERS, a day-to-night party at W Shanghai – The Bund on August 29. The event begins outdoors at WET® BAR before moving indoors to WOOBAR®, with German artist JOPLYN...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ W Shanghai - The Bund

From ¥ 138

Nova Events Presents: The Ultimate Summer Send-Off - Summer Splash Pool Party

Nova Events presents Summer Splash 2026, a pool party taking place at Radisson Blu Forest Manor Hotel on August 29. The event features over 2,000 sqm of pool space, 8,000 sqm of outdoor areas,...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ Radisson Blu Forest Manor Hongqiao

From ¥ 188

Black Asteroid (Dark Techno, Darkwave, Industrial)

Black Asteroid is the long-running project of Bryan Black, the Minneapolis-born producer who began his career as Prince’s keyboard technician before touring and collaborating with Martin Gore of...

Sat, Aug 29, 2026 @ Dirty House (INS)

2026-09-02

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-03

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-04

Korol i Shut (The King and the Jester) ЛЕГЕНДА ОЖИВАЕТ Tribute Concert

This tribute concert celebrates Korol i Shut (The King and the Jester), the Russian punk rock band known for its dark fairy tale-inspired songs and theatrical performances. Featuring Mikhail Shmidt...

Fri, Sep 4, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 180

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Skyline Dome transforms every Friday into a rooftop night inspired by the golden age of Italian nightlife, featuring Italo Disco classics, Nu Disco grooves, and uplifting house music. Set against...

Fridays until Sep 16 @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-09

Rock of Ages

The Red Stars blast through four decades of rock history, delivering a seismic live set packed with legendary anthems from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana. Prepare for a night of massive riffs, soaring...

Wed, Sep 9, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-10

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-11

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Skyline Dome transforms every Friday into a rooftop night inspired by the golden age of Italian nightlife, featuring Italo Disco classics, Nu Disco grooves, and uplifting house music. Set against...

Fridays until Sep 16 @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-16

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-17

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-19

Imagine Dragons & Coldplay Tribute

Throughout history, rivalries have sparked heated battles: Jets vs. Sharks, Greasers vs. Socs, Rockers vs. Mods, Warriors vs. every gang in NYC. Now, The Pearl is hosting a clash of modern-day...

Sat, Sep 19, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

2026-09-23

90's Alt-Rock Concert

Aug 26, Sep 23 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-24

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-09-26

Britney Spears and 2000s Divas

Experience a blast from the past with The Pearl's Red Stars as they pay homage to the unforgettable era of 2000s pop music, featuring the iconic hits of Britney Spears and other chart-topping...

Sat, Sep 26, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

2026-09-30

80’s Hair Metal Night - Tribute to Guns N Roses

Get ready for a blast from the past with The Pearl's "80's Hair Metal Night" featuring The Red Stars Band. Revel in a night filled with the electrifying energy of 80s hair metal, highlighting hits...

Wed, Sep 30, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-10-01

British Invasion: Queen Tribute Concert

Queen! Men! Myths! Legends! Mixing stadium rock, metal, glam, and Freddie Mercury's operatic vocals, Queen exploded into the rock arenas around the world with the over-the-top performance antics of...

Thu, Oct 1, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

2026-10-02

Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Aug 28, Oct 2 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

2026-10-03

Coldpearl - Coldplay Tribute Concert

The Pearl’s Red Stars bring you ColdPearl—an electrifying Coldplay tribute show that’s all about immersive spectacle. Get ready for a night of Coldplay’s biggest hits, stunning visuals, and...

Sat, Oct 3, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

2026-10-04

Linkin Park: A Tribute to Chester

After a series of sold out Linkin Park Tribute concerts. The Pearl’s Red Stars want to take things up a notch. A full Linkin Park and Nu Metal concert. Along with the major Linkin Park hits, the...

Sun, Oct 4, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Ongoing

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

The Red Stars launch a full-scale British invasion for one night only, storming through anthems from six decades of UK greats. Scream along to everything from The Beatles and Queen to Oasis, Adele,...

Sep 13, 16 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Eros Happy Hour

Changle Lu bar Eros has a happy hour six nights a week. From 6-9pm on Tue-Sun, they've got special prices on select drinks. Ideal for after-work drinks, sunset cocktails on the terrace, and...

Daily except Mon @ Eros

Weekly Jam Night

This long-running jazz/blues/funk/R&B/soul venue in north Jing'an hosts a jam session every Monday night. Hosted by singer Denise and the Chair Club house band, anyone is welcome to rock up and...

Mondays @ Chair Club (Haifang Lu)

25rmb Pints All Night Long

Punk rock dive bar Specters in C-Park has 25rmb pints of Asahi all night long every Tuesday night, plus free pool and foosball and many strains and cousins of rock and punk on the stereo. Solid!

Tuesdays @ Specters (C·PARK)

30rmb Aperol Spritz Night

Every Friday night, only at their Shankang Li shop, Homeslice slings Aperol Spritzes for 30rmb a pop, all night long. This only exception is this one doesn't work on public holidays.

Fridays @ Homeslice Kitchen (Shankang Li)

Live Music by Bryce Kendall

Catch Bryce Kendall at Abbey Road on August 15 and 29 for an evening of pop and folk covers spanning from the ’60s to today. Expect familiar tunes from different eras in a relaxed setting, with...

Aug 15 & 29 @ Abbey Road

My Boyfriend Is Out of Town - Ladies Night

Every Thursday, The Fellas Terrace turns into the city's favorite alibi. From 9:30pm to midnight, the rooftop on the Bund fills with an all-women energy that needs no explaining leather, heels, and...

Thursdays until Aug 31 @ The Fellas

Fellas Friday Funky Night

Every Friday, The Fellas Terrace brings a disco-inspired night to its rooftop, with a mirrored dance floor, glittering lights, and views of the Bund skyline as the backdrop. From 10pm to midnight,...

Fridays until Aug 31 @ The Fellas

House Affair Saturdays

The Fellas Terrace hosts House Affair every Saturday, bringing house music and rooftop views together for a relaxed night by the Bund. From 10pm to midnight, the terrace fills with low lights,...

Saturdays until Aug 31 @ The Fellas

Golden Sunset - Shanghai's Most Beautiful Golden Hour Above The Bund

Every Sunday, Skyline Dome Rooftop Lounge offers a chance to watch the sunset over the Huangpu River from one of the Bund’s rooftop venues. Starting from 5:30pm, guests can enjoy panoramic views of...

Sundays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

Quiz Night

Shanghai’s longest-running quiz night takes place at BnC, free to enter and open to all. Each week features ten rounds covering topics like current events, history, geography, pop culture, music,...

Wednesdays @ BnC

90's Alt-Rock Concert

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

the FVL. "Land of Siesta" Tour (Live Experimental Electronic)

Free Flow Summer Nights

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Cypher Park (Live Hip Hop, Pop)

How to Build (Emo Rap, Live Hip Hop, Club Music)

Echos of October (Techno)

Scarry Potter (Hip Hop, Edits, Vina House, Asian Club Music)

Julez (Bass Music, Trap)

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

GASOLINA Fest (Reggaetón, Latin Hits, Latin House)

Nu Metal Night

Heim Invites: Gi Gi (Downtempo, Psych, Dub, Ambient)

The Night Is a Stage feat. DJ TOM and Kunqu Artist Serena

Space Panda Presents: SUN CHASERS Rooftop & Indoor Party ft. JOPLYN (DE)

Nova Events Presents: The Ultimate Summer Send-Off - Summer Splash Pool Party

Black Asteroid (Dark Techno, Darkwave, Industrial)

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Korol i Shut (The King and the Jester) ЛЕГЕНДА ОЖИВАЕТ Tribute Concert

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Rock of Ages

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Imagine Dragons & Coldplay Tribute

90's Alt-Rock Concert

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Britney Spears and 2000s Divas

80’s Hair Metal Night - Tribute to Guns N Roses

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

British Invasion: Queen Tribute Concert

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Coldpearl - Coldplay Tribute Concert

Linkin Park: A Tribute to Chester

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

Eros Happy Hour

Weekly Jam Night

25rmb Pints All Night Long

30rmb Aperol Spritz Night

Live Music by Bryce Kendall

My Boyfriend Is Out of Town - Ladies Night

Fellas Friday Funky Night

House Affair Saturdays

Golden Sunset - Shanghai's Most Beautiful Golden Hour Above The Bund

Quiz Night

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