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Make Rainy Days Magical With Indoor Adventures for Kids and Families

2025-06-11

Rainy season is here, and Shanghai’s indoor attractions. From chocolate tastings to puppet shows and magical musicals, offer the perfect escape for families. Read more...
[Shanghai Streetside]: June 2025

2025-06-05

Street heat. Summer fashion from the streets of Shanghai... Read more...
Work With Us: Content & Community Manager

2025-06-05

Shanghai's most beloved English-language city guide is looking for one lovable human to help us mine this wild, weird, and wonderful city for content – and keep it all running smoothly. We're looking for someone who... Read more...
ASR TC1 Lap Challenge: One Lap. One Shot. One Champion.

2025-06-03

The 2025 TC1 Lap Challenge is now live at Shanghai Tianma Circuit, calling on licensed drivers to push their limits in a high-stakes time attack. Read more...
Shanghai’s Best Curated Summer Camps 2025 With More Options

2025-05-26

Already thinking about summer camps? Check out these options—lots of them still have early bird deals! Read more...
Epermarket’s ‘Taste the Experience’: 60-Cheese Feast at Morton’s IFC

2025-05-19

Epermarket’s first “Taste the Experience”? Solid start. At Morton’s IFC terrace, 100+ savvy expats crushed a brunch—think smoky roast meats, rich artisanal pâtés, and a 60-cheese platter so epic it broke mimosa routines. No fluff, just carb-driven chaos and adult cheese debates. Next time, save us a comté. Read more...
Earn a Top-Ranked North American MBA in Shanghai with UBC IMBA

2025-05-19

Advance your global career without leaving China—100% UBC Sauder professors, flexible schedule, and a world-class degree right here in Shanghai. Read more...
Hollywood Exec Drops 82lbs as SinoUnited Health Center Launches

2025-05-16

Hollywood exec sheds 82 pounds at SinoUnited Health’s new Shanghai center—where science, AI, and expert care redefine weight loss as life-saving treatment Read more...
This Artist Planted 30,000 Trees—Now He’s Bringing His Forest to Shanghai

2025-05-15

French artist Fabrice Hyber’s first solo show in China invites you to explore, not just observe. Read more...
We Went Kayaking in the Backwaters of Shanghai—Here’s What Happened

2025-05-13

Looking for a quick escape from the city without leaving Shanghai? Tiger Craft, a water sports hub tucked between Yuanxiang Lake and Dianshan Lake in Qingpu District, offers just that—a slice of tranquil... Read more...
[The Big List]: 15 International and Bilingual Schools Open Days in May

2025-05-12

Kick off the year with May Open Days at Shanghai's top international and bilingual schools Read more...
[Shanghai Streetside]: May 2025

2025-05-09

Here's the monthly street style gallery for April. Shanghai heating up as we head into summer. Read more...
Weird, Wonderful, and for Sale: My Top 3 Shanghai Antique Finds

2025-05-08

Three stops for the city’s quirkiest treasures. Read more...
Explore Tibetan Wisdom at This Free Bund Exhibition

2025-04-30

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Songtsam—a boutique Tibetan hotel group founded by Baima Duoji—presents its first large-scale cultural exhibition in Shanghai. Known for its deep roots... Read more...
North Bund’s New Highlight: The Stage Observation Deck

2025-04-30

Experience Shanghai’s skyline like never before at The Stage—an open-air observation deck atop the Sinar Mas Center, offering panoramic views from the North Bund. Read more...
Win Free Tickets to See Jazz Legend Pat Metheny Live in Shanghai!

2025-04-28

SmartShanghai is giving away 2 free tickets for the highly anticipated Pat Metheny concert ! To enter for your chance to win, simply follow... Read more...
Bye unwanted Belly, Hi Summer Body: My 30 Mins with the LPG at DVA Spa

2025-04-24

Tired of struggling to lose that stubborn belly fat? Discover the LPG M6 at DVA Spa! In just 30 minutes, no sweat, no pain, and zero downtime. Feel energized, see a 5% belly volume loss, and gain confidence! Read more...
Free Beer Alert: Zeitgeist's 8th Anniversary May-Fest

2025-04-24

Our favorite season is here—and no, it's not spring or summer, it's Biergarten season! From May 1st to 3rd ,... Read more...
Skin Cancer, Early Check, Early Treat!

2025-04-23

Spot it early, save your life—Dr. Li Li shares why annual skin checks with advanced tech like mole mapping are essential for skin cancer prevention. Read more...
Stress-Free Getaways for You & Your Pup—BuddyDog Short-Stay Sale On Now!

2025-04-22

Flash Sale! BuddyDog offers 1–2 night stays with pickup/drop-off—perfect for busy pet parents this spring and autumn! Read more...

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