Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2025-11-21

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

Top 100 Guest DJ : PLASTIK FUNK Presents Carillo

Get ready for a night of bass-driven, peak-time house as Plastik Funk, one of dance music’s most dynamic forces, takes the decks. Ranked #72 in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs and named a Top 101 Producer by...

Tomorrow @ La Barra

Blood of Life, EmbersArise, Chimera Cult, HEADIVE, Syren, Lithium, EXTREME JOHN

For over a decade, We Are Shanghai - the annual compilation spearheaded by some of the city’s most passionate musicians - has provided a snapshot of the city's musical creativity in any given year....

Tomorrow @ FENRIR

Wang Yiling & Flame Bearers

Chamber pop with an avant-garde edge and expansive art pop veneer, Wang Yiling struck gold on her ambitious, singular, and captivating LP Ode to Wither from last year. Steering clear of the often...

Tomorrow @ Yuyintown Cube

Musical Stars Gala Concert

A lineup of West End and Broadway actors perform highlights from hit musicals like The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, SIX, Les Misérables, and more. Think of it like a musical theatre tasting...

From Nov 21 until Nov 23 @ Poly Grand Theatre

From ¥ 180

Elvis Wang Live in Shanghai

Elvis Wang is back in Shanghai for his fifth solo concert, bringing his signature deep voice and heartfelt style to the stage. Fans can expect a carefully curated mix of classics and new works,...

Tomorrow @ AIA Theatre

From ¥ 80

The Making of Berlin

Catch the acclaimed documentary theatre piece "The Making of Berlin" from Belgium's BERLIN collective. It blends live performance, film, and a fascinating story about a WWII-era stage manager from...

on Nov 21 and Nov 22, 2025 @ Theatre YOUNG

From ¥ 180

Wine Dinner with Charles Perrin

A private wine dinner will be held at the Michelin-starred restaurant Phénix in the Puli Hotel, featuring a five-course menu by Chef Christopher paired with five Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines from...

Tomorrow @ The PuLi

Stranger Things Fans Party

Join the fun this Friday night at Stranger RIINK for “One Last Time,” a tribute to Vecna’s unforgettable words. Relive the best moments from Seasons 1–4 of Stranger Things before Season 5 arrives!...

Tomorrow @ RIINK

2025-11-22

Line In, Round Eye, Navel, The Psyders, Chuanshan Youth,Jen’s Curfew, Heatwolves

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ FENRIR

Underdog

Following in the tradition of marrying reggae, ska, and punk, Beijing’s Underdog pulls up their bootstraps and adds a twist of surf rock, country music, rockabilly, and even dub to their riotous...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ Yuyintang Park

Beyond Sin by Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg

The Eifman Ballet continues its Shanghai run with Beyond Sin, a powerful adaptation of Dostoevsky's philosophical novel The Brothers Karamazov. Boris Eifman's "psychological ballet" delves deep...

on Nov 22 and Nov 23, 2025 @ SHOAC

From ¥ 280

Guess How Much I Love You

A gentle, heartfelt stage adaptation of the beloved picture books, Guess How Much I Love You brings the timeless bond between Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare to life. Told through four...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ Grand Theatre

From ¥ 180

Christian Thielemann & Wiener Philharmoniker

Maestro Christian Thielemann reunites with the legendary Vienna Philharmonic for two nights of pure Austro-German mastery at Shanghai Oriental Art Center. Celebrating their 25-year artistic...

on Nov 22 and Nov 23, 2025 @ SHOAC

From ¥ 380

[1 Day Trip: Shilin Village] Persimmons Hike with Ancient Charm

Take a day off the city grind and step into the peaceful rhythms of the countryside. This scenic autumn hike leads you through Shilin Village—an ancient gem surrounded by mountains, streams, and...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ Yuyao, Zhejiang Province

From ¥ 390

Live Music - The Spaghetti Cowboys

The Spaghetti Cowboys play music straight out of old cowboy country, pulling from western, country, and folk traditions with plenty of nods to classic spaghetti-western soundtracks. Most of the...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ Abbey Road

Tupatane (Experience Edition)! by Q-Kreatives

Q-Kreatives invites guests on 22nd Nov, 3–9pm at La Cava de Laoma for an interactive showcase of contemporary Kenyan creativity, featuring fashion, art, décor, jewelry, photography, and cuisine,...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ La Cava De Laoma (Kangding Lu)

The Magic of Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland is coming indoors for the first time ever — right here in Shanghai. On November 22 and 23, “The Magic of Tomorrowland” transforms the Huangpu Riverside into an immersive world of...

on Nov 22 and Nov 23, 2025 @ Bund Conference New‑Site Tech Exhibition Hall

Hyrox Shanghai November 2025

The global fitness race phenomenon returns to Shanghai, bigger and stronger than before. On November 22 and 23, HYROX takes over the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center for two full...

on Nov 22 and Nov 23, 2025 @ World Expo Center

Shanghai American School Open Day

Shanghai American School, established in 1912, has over 3,000 students across two campuses and a community representing 40+ nationalities. As a non-profit, it pours resources back into facilities,...

Nov 22nd @ Shanghai American School (SAS)

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

Magnolia School is hosting an Open Day on Saturday, Nov 22 (9:30–12:30am) at its City Center campus near People’s Square, FFC, and Jing’an. Families can tour the campus, meet the team, and learn...

Nov 22nd @ Magnolia Kindergarten

Guest DJ : SEMSEI (Belgium)

After more than 15 years in the electronic music scene, Belgian DJ and producer Thomas Sempels begins a new chapter as Semsei. The shift goes beyond a name change, marking a move from EDM toward...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ La Barra

2025-11-23

Sigrid Live in Shanghai

Norwegian pop star Sigrid keeps it simple—jeans, a T-shirt, and a voice that can fill a festival field. From winning BBC’s Sound of 2018 to touring with Maroon 5 and dropping her new single...

Sun, Nov 23, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

From ¥ 320

Crush Wine Festival - Holiday Edition

Social Supply brings back Crush to the Bund for a festive winter edition packed with wine, food, and family fun. Taking over BFC, the two-day celebration transforms the venue into a holiday...

on Nov 22 and Nov 23, 2025 @ BFC

From ¥ 100

Bernhard Schüler: Jazz Piano & Stories of Life

Bernhard Schieler isn’t just playing jazz—he’s telling stories. With a piano in front of him, this master improviser brings melodies to life, weaving tales of love, farewells, travel, and everyday...

Sun, Nov 23, 2025 @ Jazz at Lincoln Center

From ¥ 168

Elmer the Patchwork Elephant

Join the colorful adventure of the musical Elmer the Patchwork Elephant as it tells the story of a charming elephant with a vibrant, patchwork-colored skin and an infectious sense of humor. As Emma...

Sun, Nov 23, 2025 @ Grand Theatre

From ¥ 180

Ongoing

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Aiden Francis

Manchester-based DJ and producer Aiden Francis brings his rave-tinged house, trance, and electro to POTENT’s TENT Room this Friday. Known for a sound shaped by Manchester’s underground parties and...

Tomorrow @ Potent Club

Piano & Cello Candlelight Concert: Timeless Classics from Film and Popular Music

Enjoy a unique Candlelight Concert featuring Big Fish, As Wished, and Half-Moon Serenade, performed by the Youth Infinity Orchestra in a century-old historic building. The soulful cello and...

Daily until Nov 22 @ Bridge 8

From ¥ 298

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

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

Rats&Pears, Fiery Medusa

Xi’an’s Rats & Pears are the latest band to ride the post-punk movement in China, bringing a taut feminist touch to the genre on Well of Shame. Released with Maybe Mars and produced by none other...

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 @ Yuyintown Cube

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

When Ruby Vies with Emerald: Exquisite Lanquer of the Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties

Shanghai Museum’s new exhibition has opened at its People’s Square location. Co-organized with the Tokyo National Museum to mark the Year of Cultural Exchange among China, Japan, and Korea, the...

Daily except Mon until Nov 23 @ Shanghai Museum

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

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

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

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.

From Dec 1 until Dec 25 @ Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai

From ¥ 788

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

Christmas Set Menu at Tsuru

Tsuru, the Japanese restaurant inside the Jing An Shangri-La, is rolling out a festive set menu just for the Christmas season. It’s a tight, elegant lineup featuring premium seafood, grilled mains,...

on Dec 24 and Dec 25, 2025 @ TSURU

From ¥ 688

Fayzz - Patch 2025 New Album Tour

Chengdu's Fayzz are bringing their intricate and groovy instrumental rock back to Shanghai on the heels of their excellent new album, Patch. Known for their tight, dynamic performances that blend...

Today @ VAS ear

From ¥ 138

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The Stage: Shanghai’s Open-Air Skyline Deck

Top 100 Guest DJ : PLASTIK FUNK Presents Carillo

Blood of Life, EmbersArise, Chimera Cult, HEADIVE, Syren, Lithium, EXTREME JOHN

Wang Yiling & Flame Bearers

Musical Stars Gala Concert

Elvis Wang Live in Shanghai

The Making of Berlin

Wine Dinner with Charles Perrin

Stranger Things Fans Party

Line In, Round Eye, Navel, The Psyders, Chuanshan Youth,Jen’s Curfew, Heatwolves

Underdog

Beyond Sin by Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg

Guess How Much I Love You

Christian Thielemann & Wiener Philharmoniker

[1 Day Trip: Shilin Village] Persimmons Hike with Ancient Charm

Live Music - The Spaghetti Cowboys

Tupatane (Experience Edition)! by Q-Kreatives

The Magic of Tomorrowland

Hyrox Shanghai November 2025

Shanghai American School Open Day

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

Guest DJ : SEMSEI (Belgium)

Sigrid Live in Shanghai

Crush Wine Festival - Holiday Edition

Bernhard Schüler: Jazz Piano & Stories of Life

Elmer the Patchwork Elephant

Golden Hour New Year's Eve Party by Nova Events

Made in Shanghai - Kid T-Shirt

Shanghai Athletic Dept. - T-Shirt

Jiahui Health Acupuncture or Tui Na Massage with 90% Off

Jiahui Health Dental Packages Up to 50% off

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

Jiahui Skincare Packages - Enjoy 10% off

Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

Fluxus, by chance

Jiahui Health Professional Teeth Whitening

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

X Show Hangzhou

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

Floatasian - Special Deals of Floating, Ice Bath, Sauna

Elisabeth - Staged Concert

BuddyDog Deals: Training, Boarding, and More

TSK Dental Care Package - Up to 90% off

GoEast Mandarin Beginner Chinese One-on-One Trial Class

Mozart the Musical - Staged Concert

Aiden Francis

Piano & Cello Candlelight Concert: Timeless Classics from Film and Popular Music

Unstable Landscape: The National Collection of Contemporary Art, Portugal

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

Rats&Pears, Fiery Medusa

Free Flow at Yeats

When Ruby Vies with Emerald: Exquisite Lanquer of the Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties

Jing An Shangri-La Festive Turkey To Go 2025

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

Huangpu River Cruises on Your Own Luxury Yacht

Festive Hampers from Jing An Shangri-La

Green Day Tribute Concert

Christmas Set Menu at Tsuru

Fayzz - Patch 2025 New Album Tour

50% off First Time Fitness Trial

2025 Flu Vaccines Now Available for Booking at Parkway

Fotografiska General Entrance Ticket

Ocean's Table Tasting Dinner Sharing Set Menu for 2

PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

ASR TC1 Lap Challenge

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