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[1 Day Trip: Siming Lake & Yanwo Ancient Trail] Autumn Wonderland Hike

[1 Day Trip: Siming Lake & Yanwo Ancient Trail] Autumn Wonderland Hike

Step into a peaceful autumn dream at Siming Lake, where water redwoods shimmer in red and gold beside a calm lakeshore. Follow the scenic Yanwo Ancient Trail through quiet forests and mountain...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ Yuyao, Zhejiang Province
From ¥ 380
Concordia Shanghai Open Days

Concordia Shanghai Open Days

The best way to get to know a school is to spend time there, and Concordia’s Info Sessions and Open Days are a great way to do just that! Come learn more about the school's curriculum, activities,...
Nov 20th & 29th @ Concordia International School Shanghai (CISS)
SCIS Winter Open House

SCIS Winter Open House

Shanghai Community International School (SCIS) is opening its doors for an exclusive Winter Open House on Saturday, November 29, at the Hongqiao campus. Prospective families are invited to explore...
Nov 29th @ Shanghai Community International School (SCIS)
Dulwich Pudong Winter Fair 2025

Dulwich Pudong Winter Fair 2025

Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong is transforming its Jinqiao campus into a Winter Wonderland for the 2025 Winter Fair! With over 100 vendors offering festive bites, drinks, crafts, and gifts, the...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
SCIS Winter Carnival 2025

SCIS Winter Carnival 2025

Celebrate the season at SCIS Winter Carnival 2025 on Saturday, November 29, from 11am to 4pm at SCIS Hongqiao! This beloved community event brings together families, friends, and teachers for a day...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ SCIS
It's Giving...Thanks

It's Giving...Thanks

Vendors can sell handmade goods, art, pre-packaged food, and more. Service providers may offer sign-ups and showcase examples of their work, including photography, design, wellness, and other...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ La Burg
The 80’s Disco Party

The 80’s Disco Party

Abbey Road brings back its 80’s Disco Party for a night of neon, retro beats, and classic throwback energy. Expect an evening filled with vintage hits, bright colors, and plenty of room on the...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ Abbey Road
Drink.Laugh.Picnic (DLP) – Friendsgiving Picnic

Drink.Laugh.Picnic (DLP) – Friendsgiving Picnic

DLP is hosting a cozy Friendsgiving Picnic at Abbey Road, featuring an afternoon of games, social activities, and seasonal treats. Expect Friends-themed trivia, Friendsgiving bingo, and a DIY...
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ Abbey Road
2025-11-30
We Live Here - Interactive Dance Performance

We Live Here - Interactive Dance Performance

We Live Here is an interactive dance performance designed for children aged 2–6. Young audiences explore a magical village through gentle movement, playful games, and imaginative storytelling...
From Nov 28 until Nov 30 @ West Bund Theatre
From ¥ 320
Samajam 2: You Are A Performer

Samajam 2: You Are A Performer

Samajam is a highly interactive family-friendly show that has taken North America by storm, now making its way to Shanghai. This live, high-energy performance blends music, rhythm, and English...
Sun, Nov 30, 2025 @ Center Theatre
From ¥ 80
Shanghai Marathon 2025

Shanghai Marathon 2025

At the post-race press conference in 2024, it was officially announced that the 2025 Shanghai Marathon will be held on November 30, with registration opening no later than June 30, 2025. This marks...
Sun, Nov 30, 2025 @ SmSh Territory
2025-12-01
Shanghai LEGO Discovery Center Entry Ticket

Shanghai LEGO Discovery Center Entry Ticket

Shanghai LEGO Discovery Center is an indoor amusement park focused on family activities, built with tens of thousands of LEGO bricks. Operated by Merlin Entertainments, it is the first LEGO...
Daily @ Legoland Discovery Center
From ¥ 199
Shanghai French School Open Houses

Shanghai French School Open Houses

Experience a top-ranked education for yourself at the next Shanghai French School open house. This non-profit international institution welcomes over 1,530 students (not just French nationals!)...
Qingpu: Nov 17 & Dec 1, Yangpu: Nov 25 & Dec 9 @ Lycée Français De Shanghai (Shanghai French School)
2025-12-03
Green Day Tribute Concert

Green Day Tribute Concert

Punk was popular, but never as popular as Green Day made it. They embraced all the concepts of the genre: short, rapid-fire songs, lyrics with social consciousness, and unstoppable energy in their...
Wed, Dec 3, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 100
Ongoing
GoEast Mandarin Beginner Chinese One-on-One Trial Class

GoEast Mandarin Beginner Chinese One-on-One Trial Class

Try a 30-minute one-on-one Beginner Chinese trial class with GoEast Mandarin, a trusted language school in Shanghai since 2012. With 100+ native-speaking instructors and over 20,000 students...
Daily @ GoEast Mandarin
Jiahui Health Exclusive Screening Packages - Up to 50% Off and More

Jiahui Health Exclusive Screening Packages - Up to 50% Off and More

Jiahui Health, in collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is offering exclusive discounts to SmartShanghai readers on key health screenings: Breast Screening for women over 20 years old...
Daily @ Jiahui Health
From ¥ 600
Jiahui Skincare Packages - Enjoy 10% off

Jiahui Skincare Packages - Enjoy 10% off

Jiahui Health, in partnership with Massachusetts General Hospital, is offering exclusive discounts to SmartShanghai readers on premium skincare services: 10% off FDA-approved Botox treatments,...
Daily @ Jiahui Health
From ¥ 1,080
SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

SinoUnited Health is offering exclusive discounts for SmartShanghai readers on a variety of health services, with prices starting from just 299rmb. Available daily by appointment across all...
Daily @ SinoUnited Health
From ¥ 299
Jiahui Health Dental Packages Up to 50% off

Jiahui Health Dental Packages Up to 50% off

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and healthcare ecosystem featuring a 500-bed hospital and outpatient...
Daily @ Jiahui Health
From ¥ 389
Jiahui Health Acupuncture or Tui Na Massage with 90% Off

Jiahui Health Acupuncture or Tui Na Massage with 90% Off

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and healthcare ecosystem featuring a 500-bed hospital and outpatient...
Daily @ Jiahui Health
From ¥ 388
Fluxus, by chance

Fluxus, by chance

West Bund Museum teams up with Centre Pompidou for Fluxus, by chance, the first major exhibition in China to systematically trace the history of the Fluxus movement. The show brings over 200 works...
Daily except Mon until Feb 22 @ West Bund Museum
1-on-1 Personal Training Assessment for Rehab, Strength, and Body Shaping

1-on-1 Personal Training Assessment for Rehab, Strength, and Body Shaping

Join certified personal trainer Lily L. for a 1-on-1 Personal Training Assessment Session (60 mins/ session), designed to help you identify your fitness goals and address issues like muscle...
Daily @ BC360 (Lifit & Wellness)
From ¥ 680
Floatasian - Special Deals of Floating, Ice Bath, Sauna

Floatasian - Special Deals of Floating, Ice Bath, Sauna

Floatasian is a luxury floatation spa offering stress relief and relaxation. The tanks are all imported from Sweden, and they're filled with salt water that's kept at body temperature so you can...
Daily @ Floatasian Float Spa
From ¥ 188
Elisabeth - Staged Concert

Elisabeth - Staged Concert

The legendary German-language musical Elisabeth returns to Shanghai as a concert-style production, blending gorgeous vocals, drama, and live orchestra. A tragic love story between Austria’s most...
From Jan 14 until Jan 18 @ Shanghai Culture Square
From ¥ 280
Jiahui Health Professional Teeth Whitening

Jiahui Health Professional Teeth Whitening

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and healthcare ecosystem featuring a 500-bed hospital and outpatient...
Daily @ Jiahui Health
From ¥ 680
Silk Mandarin's Chinese Winter & Spring Camp 2025-2026

Silk Mandarin's Chinese Winter & Spring Camp 2025-2026

This winter and spring, a bilingual camp in central Shanghai is offering kids (ages 7–11 and 12–17) two weeks of Mandarin practice mixed with cultural workshops, sports, field trips, and a bit of...
From Dec 15 @ Silk Mandarin (Tongren Lu)
X Show Hangzhou

X Show Hangzhou

Dive into the enchanting world of the "X Show" at Hangzhou's X Theater, where storytelling meets cutting-edge technology for an unforgettable experience. With a massive 2,000-square-meter main...
Wed-Sun @ X Land of Fantasy (Hangzhou)
TSK Dental Care Package - Up to 90% off

TSK Dental Care Package - Up to 90% off

TSK Dental, established in 2001, has grown to include ten high-quality clinics in Shanghai and Suzhou, offering advanced dental services that adhere to international standards. Their offerings...
Daily @ TSK Dental
From ¥ 198
Shanghai Athletic Dept. - T-Shirt

Shanghai Athletic Dept. - T-Shirt

This "SHANGHAI ATHLETIC DEPT." T-shirt blends vintage collegiate style with laid-back comfort. Made from cotton, it's soft, breathable, and gentle on the skin, perfect for everyday wear, casual...
Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi
The Stage: Shanghai’s Open-Air Skyline Deck

The Stage: Shanghai’s Open-Air Skyline Deck

The Stage at Sinar Mas Center offers one of Shanghai’s most breathtaking skyline views. Perched atop the North Bund’s tallest skyscraper, this open-air observation deck gives visitors a rare...
Daily except Mon & Tue @ baiyulan, shanghai skyline
From ¥ 110
BuddyDog Deals: Training, Boarding, and More

BuddyDog Deals: Training, Boarding, and More

BuddyDog has amazing deals to keep your pets happy and healthy! Enjoy 1-on-1 daycare training with group socialization for just 366rmb per session, or opt for the 5+1 package (6 sessions) for...
Daily @ BuddyDog Training & Boarding
2025 Flu Vaccines Now Available for Booking at Parkway

2025 Flu Vaccines Now Available for Booking at Parkway

Parkway has opened bookings for its 2025 influenza vaccines, offering a range of options to cover just about everyone. Choices include quadrivalent shots from Hualan (128rmb, 3+ years) and...
Daily @ Parkway
From ¥ 98
Free Flow at Yeats

Free Flow at Yeats

Yeats is turning weekend lunch into something a bit more poetic, serving wine-friendly dishes and an easygoing vibe that’s meant to shake off the usual afternoon lull. Every Saturday and Sunday...
Every Sat, Sun @ Yeats
Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

U Smarty Pants Studio offers a beginner and advanced Mandarin class both online and in person. The trial classes are available for first-time customers — an excellent way to experience one of the...
Daily @ U Smarty Pants Studio
From ¥ 9
Golden Hour New Year's Eve Party by Nova Events

Golden Hour New Year's Eve Party by Nova Events

Shanghai’s New Year’s Eve just got a major upgrade. GOLDEN HOUR 2026 takes over the 91st floor of the iconic Park Hyatt, a.k.a. the “Bottle Opener,” with jaw-dropping 360° views of the city...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ Park Hyatt
From ¥ 788
Made in Shanghai - Kid T-Shirt

Made in Shanghai - Kid T-Shirt

A little astronaut riding a dragon into space, this playful design blends Chinese mythology with futuristic imagination. Bold, fun, and made to inspire courage and curiosity in every child. Crafted...
Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi
Jing An Shangri-La Festive Turkey To Go 2025

Jing An Shangri-La Festive Turkey To Go 2025

Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai is offering takeaway options for Roasted Turkey along with festive treats and various side dishes from now until December 25, 2025. The Roasted Turkey is a great...
Nov 25, Dec 25 @ Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
From ¥ 1,288
Ocean's Table Tasting Dinner Sharing Set Menu for 2

Ocean's Table Tasting Dinner Sharing Set Menu for 2

Ocean’s Table presents a carefully curated tasting dinner for two, combining inventive flavors and fresh ingredients in a relaxed, intimate setting. The sharing menu starts with a Stracciatella...
Daily until Dec 31 @ Ocean's Table
From ¥ 788
Savour the Bounty of the Land and Sea - The 1515 West Chophouse & Bar Unviels New A La Carte Menu

Savour the Bounty of the Land and Sea - The 1515 West Chophouse & Bar Unviels New A La Carte Menu

The 1515 West Chophouse & Bar at Jing An Shangri-La has rolled out a new à la carte menu that bridges South American passion with Asian touches. Expect a lineup of premium Uruguayan Wagyu—dry-aged,...
Daily @ The 1515 West Chophouse & Bar
ASR TC1 Lap Challenge

ASR TC1 Lap Challenge

The 2025 TC1 Lap Challenge is now open at Tianma Circuit in Songjiang. This standardized time attack event lets licensed drivers test their skills in identical ASR TC1 prototype race cars built to...
Weekdays @ Tian Ma Shan Race Track
From ¥ 3,028
50% off First Time Fitness Trial

50% off First Time Fitness Trial

Try a personalized 1-on-1 fitness training session with Veronika in Xuhui District. This 1.5-hour trial includes a detailed assessment of fitness levels through questionnaires, biometric analysis,...
Daily until Dec 31 @ Flourish Fitness
From ¥ 200
LPG Facial Lifting or Belly Fat Loss Massage: 60% Off Trial!

LPG Facial Lifting or Belly Fat Loss Massage: 60% Off Trial!

DVA Boutique SPA, nestled in the heart of Xuhui, is offering a special deal on their LPG in-depth cellulite massage treatments. Using advanced tissue manipulation techniques, these massages aim to...
Daily except Mon @ DVA Boutique SPA
From ¥ 398
Huangpu River Cruises on Your Own Luxury Yacht

Huangpu River Cruises on Your Own Luxury Yacht

Book your own private yacht that seats up to 10 people for a one-hour cruise along Huangpu River. The fixed route of the cruise leaves from the Baoting Yacht Club and takes you all the way to Lupu...
Daily @ Coal Harbour Yacht Club
From ¥ 3,800
Fotografiska General Entrance Ticket

Fotografiska General Entrance Ticket

This is a universal entrance ticket for Fotografiska which allows you to enjoy all exhibitions for the day. Tickets are for a single admission only. Fotografiska changes exhibitions periodically,...
Daily @ Fotografiska
From ¥ 50
PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

Premium gym is offering a special one-time free trial for SmartShanghai members, applicable at selected Pure outlets in Shanghai. The trial is good for one yoga session (valued at 350rmb) or one...
Daily @ PURE Fitness
Jinmao Tower Sky Walk

Jinmao Tower Sky Walk

You can walk around the outside of the Jinmao Tower 340m above the streets below. Located on the 88th floor of one of Lujiazui’s most iconic buildings the Jinmao skywalk is a platform 1.2 meters...
Daily @ Jinmao Skywalk
2025 Paulaner Christkindlmarkt at the North Bund

2025 Paulaner Christkindlmarkt at the North Bund

Shanghai’s longest-running Christmas market is back, now at Paulaner’s North Bund location. Spread across three floors, including a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the Pudong skyline, it...
Fri-Sun from Dec 5 to 28, plus Dec 24 & 25 @ Paulaner Wirtshaus (North Bund)
From ¥ 50
Christkindlmarkt on the Bund 2025

Christkindlmarkt on the Bund 2025

The famous German Christmas Market will return to the Bund in 2025, bringing the festive spirit of a traditional German-style market to Shanghai. Get ready to enjoy an unforgettable celebration...
Nov 26-Dec 28 @ YiFeng Galleria
From ¥ 30
Les Misérables 40th Anniversary Concert

Les Misérables 40th Anniversary Concert

The legendary musical Les Misérables returns to Shanghai for the first time in 23 years with its 40th Anniversary Concert, a global sensation now on an exclusive stop in China. Adapted from Victor...
Daily until Dec 28 @ Grand Theatre
From ¥ 280
Punchdrunk's 'Sleep No More'

Punchdrunk's 'Sleep No More'

Produced by SMG Live and Punchdrunk, Sleep No More Shanghai is an award-winning theatrical experience that tells Shakespeare’s classic tragedy Macbeth through a darkly cinematic lens. The story...
Daily except Mon & Tue @ McKinnon Hotel
Festive Hampers from Jing An Shangri-La

Festive Hampers from Jing An Shangri-La

Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai, brings festive cheer with its premium hampers. Indulge in Christmas hampers filled with stollen, panettone, gingerbread, and handcrafted advent calendars.
Daily until Dec 25 @ Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
From ¥ 788
Unstable Landscape: The National Collection of Contemporary Art, Portugal

Unstable Landscape: The National Collection of Contemporary Art, Portugal

Portugal’s National Collection of Contemporary Art (CACE) makes its first appearance outside Europe with Unstable Landscape, opening at Fosun Foundation Shanghai this November. Curated by Sandra...
Daily except Mon until Dec 14 @ Fosun Foundation
Mozart the Musical - Staged Concert

Mozart the Musical - Staged Concert

After nine long years, the cult-favorite German-language musical MOZART! is making a return to Shanghai—but with a twist. This time, it’s a concert version of the original musical, blending live...
From Nov 27 until Dec 14 @ Shanghai Culture Square
From ¥ 280
Welcome to Peking University | "Charting China's Consumer Market" Short Program

Welcome to Peking University | "Charting China's Consumer Market" Short Program

Shaped by rapid technological shifts, social changes, and evolving cultural expectations, China’s consumers are redefining ideas of value, brands, and experience, making the country’s consumer...
on Dec 6 and Dec 7, 2025 @ Peking University

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