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Sigrid Live in Shanghai

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...
Tomorrow @ Modern Sky Lab
From ¥ 320
Bernhard Schüler: Jazz Piano & Stories of Life

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...
Tomorrow @ Jazz at Lincoln Center
From ¥ 168
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant

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...
Tomorrow @ Grand Theatre
From ¥ 180
Crush Wine Festival - Holiday Edition

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...
Today & Tomorrow @ BFC
From ¥ 100
Play, Paper House

Play, Paper House

This one’s for the little theater lovers: Atofri, one of Poland’s most influential children’s theatre companies, is back in Shanghai with Play, Paper House—a wildly imaginative show built entirely...
Daily until Nov 23 @ Little Player Theatre
From ¥ 240
Celebrate the Festive Season at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Celebrate the Festive Season at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai

Enjoy a luxurious holiday season at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai with festive dinners, gourmet to-go offerings, seasonal drinks, and our exclusive 2025 holiday gift collection.
From Nov 27 @ The Portman Ritz-Carlton
Ongoing
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
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
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
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
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
Christmas Set Menu at Tsuru

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
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.
From Dec 1 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
David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

Experience the world of David Hockney like never before in this large-scale digital exhibition, making its China debut in Shanghai after acclaimed stops in London, Seoul, and Manchester. Personally...
Daily except Mon until Nov 30 @ West Bund Museum
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
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
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
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
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
When Ruby Vies with Emerald: Exquisite Lanquer of the Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties

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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
Shanghai Changfeng Aquarium & Stingray Bay Entry Ticket

Shanghai Changfeng Aquarium & Stingray Bay Entry Ticket

Changfeng Aquarium is a National 4A Scenic Area, combines fun and education with a focus on marine conservation. Located 13 meters beneath Silver Hoe Lake in scenic Changfeng Park, this aquarium is...
Daily @ Changfeng Aquarium
From ¥ 160
SmSh Exclusive Deals Up to 50% Off : Glow-Up Deals on HydraFacial, DPL, and M22 Lifting

SmSh Exclusive Deals Up to 50% Off : Glow-Up Deals on HydraFacial, DPL, and M22 Lifting

RODEO, the Beverly Hills-style med spa with locations in Shanghai and Suzhou, is offering first-time deals on three of their most popular high-tech facials. Choose from Hydrafacial (980rmb), DPL...
Daily @ RODEO Rejuvenation Center
From ¥ 680
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
Christmas Set Menu and 111SKIN Afternoon Tea at Calypso

Christmas Set Menu and 111SKIN Afternoon Tea at Calypso

Get into the festive spirit at Calypso, Jingan Shangri-La, with 111SKIN’s special collaboration Christmas offerings. Choose between the indulgent Christmas Afternoon Tea for two, packed with savory...
Daily until Jan 6 @ Calypso Restaurant & Lounge
From ¥ 438
Peppa Pig World of Play One Day Pass

Peppa Pig World of Play One Day Pass

Peppa Pig World of Play (PPWOP) is an in-door play attraction designed for pre-school children under 7 years old. It has 10 fantastic themed areas that promise endless fun. Enjoy a picnic in the...
Daily @ Peppa Pig World of Play
From ¥ 195
Private Piano and Composition Course with Award-winning Italian Artist

Private Piano and Composition Course with Award-winning Italian Artist

Daniel Espen is now accepting English-speaking piano students aged 5 and above for one-on-one lessons tailored to individual skill levels. As a composer and pianist, he offers a unique approach to...
Daily @ Daniel's Painting & Music Studio
From ¥ 674
Shanghai Madame Tussauds One-Day Pass

Shanghai Madame Tussauds One-Day Pass

This is the chance to meet the superstar icons in your dreams, all at once. Located on the tenth floor of the New World Building, Shanghai's branch of the world famous Madame Tussauds allows...
Daily @ Madame Tussaud's
From ¥ 160
Painting and Drawing Course with World-class Italian Artist

Painting and Drawing Course with World-class Italian Artist

Daniel Espen is now accepting English-speaking students interested in improving their drawing or painting skills, offering two types of classes: pencil sketching and oil painting. Sketching lessons...
Daily @ Daniel's Painting & Music Studio
From ¥ 328
Aesthetic Skin Spa Deal - Up to 60% Off!

Aesthetic Skin Spa Deal - Up to 60% Off!

SmartTicket has several exclusive deals at Aesthetic Skin Spa. This Hong Kong boutique skin spa specializes in high-tech facials and body contouring with professional, international-standard...
Daily except Mon @ Aesthetic Skin Spa
From ¥ 298
Cho Gi-Seok 'The Coexistence of Imperfection'

Cho Gi-Seok 'The Coexistence of Imperfection'

Fotografiska Shanghai presents The Coexistence of Imperfection, the first major solo exhibition in Asia by celebrated Korean visual artist Cho Gi-Seok, opening October 12, 2025. The show features...
Daily until Mar 8 @ Fotografiska
Christmas Afternoon Tea for 2 at Lobby Lounge

Christmas Afternoon Tea for 2 at Lobby Lounge

Celebrate the festive season at the Lobby Lounge with a Christmas Afternoon Tea for two. Enjoy a luxurious spread of savory bites, decadent sweets, cinnamon-scented scones, and your choice of...
Daily until Jan 6 @ Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
From ¥ 438
Andrea Galvani - The Void Migrates to the Surface

Andrea Galvani - The Void Migrates to the Surface

Italian artist Andrea Galvani brings his first solo show in Asia to Fotografiska Shanghai with The Void Migrates to the Surface. Expect a hypnotic mix of super-slow-motion butterflies, immersive...
Daily until Jan 12 @ Fotografiska

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