Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-04-18

Herlarious Club Comedy Show

Herlarious Club, hosted by the sharp and sassy Li Ying, is a comedy haven that puts female comedians in the spotlight. With three shows every week and a loyal following of 5,000 fans, the club has...

Tomorrow @ Lehe Comedy

From ¥ 128

Shark in the Park

Shark in the Park is making its way to the Shanghai Grand Theatre this Children’s Day! Based on the beloved picture book series by Nick Sharratt, this musical follows young Timothy Pope on his fun,...

Tomorrow @ Grand Theatre

From ¥ 180

Creative Bubble Theatre: Wow! Bubbles

Step into a magical world of bubbles in this creative bubble theatre show. Watch as artists Pep Bou and Cia Enlaire transform soap, water, music, and light into glowing clouds, musical notes, and...

Tomorrow @ SHCAT

From ¥ 180

Harp & Flute Duo Concert: Luiza Mintsaeva & Gergely Ittzes

This is a classical chamber concert featuring harpist Luiza Mintsaeva and flutist Gergely Ittzes. The program spans works by Debussy, Prokofiev, Paganini, Piazzolla, and more, showcasing both solo...

Tomorrow @ SHOAC

From ¥ 50

Space Panda Presents: Bellagio Terrace Opening

Lago Rooftop returns to Bellagio by MGM Shanghai with an opening party featuring Space Panda. The night brings together skyline views, cocktails, and a DJ lineup playing from sunset into late...

Tomorrow @ LAGO

From ¥ 128

Wu Opera: Mu Guiying

The Youth Edition of Mu Guiying presents a refreshed Wuju Opera interpretation of the legendary female general. Performed by Zhejiang Zhongyue Wuju Troupe, the production highlights youthful energy...

Tomorrow @ SHOAC

From ¥ 80

Oleh Oleh Vol.2 Returns to Shanghai

Oleh Oleh returns for its second edition, once again co-presented by Funkii and NOWRE, taking over ROJO Art Space at Shanghai A.F.A from April 16–19. More than just a shopping fair, it brings...

Daily until Apr 19 @ ROJO Space

Roi Perez (House, Techno, Disco)

Potent hosts Berlin-based DJ, Roi Perez (aka "Daddy Perez"), who held a residency at Panorama Bar in Berghain for over a decade. His sets are a journey through genres and styles, where house and...

Tomorrow @ Potent Club

nali Presents: Alex Albrecht (Dreamy Techno, Ambient)

Australian producer Alex Albrecht has amassed a discography that explores the dreamy, lush side of electronic music. Using field recordings, ambient soundscapes and complex, syncopated drum...

Tomorrow @ Wigwam

HighKick, Old Vinegar, Tiny Time

Modernsky Lab continues to shine a light on Shanghai's emerging talent - with their Polymerize Lab series - giving bands a taste of the big stage - and giving folks here an affordable and...

Tomorrow @ Modern Sky Lab

Shame (UK), Fazi, Vanishing Queen

VAS - the Shanghai livehouse staple (that has expanded to Nanchang and Beijing the past couple of years) celebrates its 7th anniversary with a powerhouse two-day lineup at their West Bund adjacent...

Tomorrow @ VAS est

TDJ (Trance, Bass)

“Trance is back and it ain’t no joke!” Huge new C-Park club Reactor has “The World’s No. 1 Neo-Trance Queen”, TDJ, doing a set this Saturday on her tour. Support from Huizit and SITU downstairs and...

Tomorrow @ Reactor

Record Store Day 2026 Backyard Market

Chill neighborhood record store/DJ crew The Melting Pot are having a market for RSD 2026 with a bunch of DJs playing digs from their collections. Expect deep cuts of funk, soul, hip hop, boogie,...

Tomorrow @ The Melting Pot (Taikang Lu)

Knot Presents: Vroskiii (Live Rap, Club Music, Bass)

Promoters Knot host this showcase of live rap from long-running local crew Vroskii plus DJ sets by some really good local DJs playing new club sounds. Live sets by SSB CHAZ, JEREMY QUE$T, and...

Tomorrow @ YYs (Ying Yang)

FinderShanghai pres. Hexorcismos (Experimental Electronic Music)

Big lineup of cutting-edge electronic music as promoters Finder host Berlin-based Mexican artist Moisés Horta Valenzuela (aka hexorcismos) at basement club Exit. Hexorcismos brings AI-driven...

Tomorrow @ Exit

Harrow Shanghai Open Day

Considering Harrow Shanghai for your child? Their upcoming Open Morning on April 18 (9:30–12:00) offers a solid chance to experience the campus firsthand. Parents can meet the school leadership,...

April 18 @ Harrow International School Shanghai

The Nutcracker by The Russian State Ballet

The Russian State Ballet presents The Nutcracker, the classic ballet set to music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This production is staged under the artistic direction of Vyacheslav Mikhailovich...

on Apr 18 and Apr 19, 2026 @ International Dance Center

From ¥ 180

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

Magnolia Kindergarten is hosting Open Days on April 18 and May 16 (9:30–12:00) at its city-center campus near People’s Square, FFC, and Jing’an. Families with children aged 2–5 are invited to...

Apr 18 & May 16 @ Magnolia Kindergarten

WISS International Day

A global fair without leaving Shanghai: head to the Western International School of Shanghai on April 18 for a lively, family-friendly afternoon packed with cultural performances, international...

Tomorrow @ Western International School of Shanghai (WISS)

The 9th China Festival of Education

The 9th China Festival of Education lands at Wellington College International Shanghai on April 18, 2026, bringing together educators, innovators and thought leaders from China and around the world...

Apr 18 @ Wellington College

2026 Shanghai International Flower Show

Shanghai welcomes the return of its annual citywide floral celebration with the 2026 Shanghai International Flower Show, running from April 18 to May 10 across two main venues and ten satellite...

From Apr 18 until May 10 @ Shanghai Botanical Gardens

Plastik Fvnk (Spain)

German DJ and producer Plastik Funk brings his high-energy club sound to the booth, blending big-room house, tech house, and festival-ready edits shaped by years on global stages. Ranked #72 on DJ...

Tomorrow @ La Barra

Appreciation Day Party

An early evening gathering with a simple lineup: free drinks from 4–6pm and complimentary finger food from 6–8pm as a warm-up to the night. Live band music starts from 8pm, carrying the evening...

Tomorrow @ Abbey Road

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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 @ The Stage

From ¥ 110

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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

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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

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Belgian Beer Garden: Festival & Brews

This April, the 2nd edition of the Belgian Beer Garden @ PAC Mall is back in Jing’an for two weekends of great beer, hearty comfort food, and a sunny open-air vibe that’s impossible to resist. PAC...

Apr 17-19, 24-26 @ Park Avenue Central (PAC)

From ¥ 60

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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

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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

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PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

The 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...

Daily @ PURE Fitness

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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

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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

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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

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Beauty Wish List — Up to 55% Off, Limited Time Deals

RODEO presents a glowing beauty checklist for your skin—one that’ll make you want to treat yourself. From La Mer Mini Spa to Thermage, save up to 55% off. They’ve got everything covered, from...

Daily until May 10 @ RODEO Rejuvenation Center

From ¥ 980

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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

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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

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

From ¥ 590

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

From ¥ 60

ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

Era 2 – Spirit of Shanghai returns with a brand-new season, featuring an entirely fresh storyline and updated scenes. The original Era show, which debuted on September 27, 2005, enjoyed a 15-year...

Daily except Mon @ Shanghai Circus World

From ¥ 380

Zotter Chocolate Experience

Zotter Chocolate Theatre is in Shanghai and they are giving a complete chocolate tour including a 17-minute documentary titled "Hello, Cocoa." Your golden ticket to the chocolate factory is here...

Daily @ Zotter Chocolate Theatre

From ¥ 288

Museum of Art Pudong General Ticket

The Museum of Art Pudong is one of the finest museums in Shanghai developed by the Luijiazui Group: the exhibition area occupies more than 10,000 square meters with 13 halls. It’s a minimalist,...

Daily @ MAP

From ¥ 130

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

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

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

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

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...

From Jun 6 @ Changfeng Aquarium

From ¥ 160

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

Tiger Craft Kayaking

Tiger Craft offers urban escapees a chance to trade Shanghai’s skyline for the tranquil waters of Qingpu District. Located between Yuanxiang and Dianshan Lakes, this water sports base combines...

Daily @ Tiger Craft

From ¥ 198

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

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

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

[0.5 Day Trip: Shanghai] Discover Old Shanghai on a Moped

This moped tour offers an exhilarating way to explore Shanghai's hidden gems, from Bund backstreets to Art Deco landmarks. Operating only in good weather, participants enjoy a 3-hour adventure with...

Every Saturday and Sunday at 9am @ Shanghai

From ¥ 299

Suzhou Eye Entry Ticket

Suzhou Eye is a landmark Ferris wheel located by Jinji Lake in Suzhou Industrial Park. Rising around 128 meters above the ground, it offers sweeping panoramic views of the lake and the city’s...

Daily until Dec 31 @ Suzhou Eye

From ¥ 90

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

Cloud-Soft Mesotherapy: Deep Hydration, Skin So Silky It Glows

Not just your average hydration treatment—and it’s definitely not just about numbing discomfort. It steps up with smarter delivery: a mix of machine-assisted injections, microneedling, and manual...

Daily @ RODEO Rejuvenation Center

From ¥ 1,980

Peninsula 5th Generation Golden Micro-Needling

Cloud-Soft Mesotherapy offers a minimally invasive skin treatment that delivers a custom blend of vitamins, enzymes, plant extracts, and hyaluronic acid directly into the dermis. Designed to...

Daily until Jun 30 @ RODEO Rejuvenation Center

From ¥ 6,800

Art for Teens (Ages 9–15) – Trial Class

Art trial classes designed for kids aged 9 to 15, offering a structured introduction to drawing, color, anime, and project-based design through weekly 90-minute sessions. A low-commitment way to...

Daily except Mon & Tue until Sep 15 @ MCAA (Meraki Contemporary Art Academy)

From ¥ 69

Art for Kids (Ages 4–9) – Trial Class

MCAA (Meraki Contemporary Art Academy) has been cultivating children’s creativity in Shanghai for over a decade, using its VAKED Five-Dimensional Art Education System to guide kids aged 4–9 through...

Daily except Mon & Tue until Sep 15 @ MCAA (Meraki Contemporary Art Academy)

From ¥ 69

Art for Toddlers (Ages 2–3) – Trial Class

Toddlers aged 2–3 are at a prime stage for sensory and creative development, and MCAA (Meraki Contemporary Art Academy)’s Pre-K art program taps into that “golden window.” Rather than focusing on...

Daily except Mon & Tue @ MCAA (Meraki Contemporary Art Academy)

From ¥ 69

The Great Camouflage

The Great Camouflage is a group show co-curated by Zhu Qiaorui and Kandis Williams that looks at contemporary artistic practices shaped by the legacies of revolutionary movements. Featuring works...

Daily except Mon until Apr 26 @ Rockbund Art Museum

Glamour and Modernity Beyond Shanghai

The exhibition at Shanghai Museum traces over a century of Shanghai-style qipao, exploring how this iconic dress evolved alongside the city’s social and cultural shifts. Around 300 pieces are on...

Daily except Mon until May 5 @ Shanghai Museum

Picasso Through the Eyes of Paul Smith

This exhibition brings a major Pablo Picasso exhibition to the Museum of Art Pudong in collaboration with the Musée national Picasso-Paris. The show presents more than 80 works spanning the...

Daily until May 3 @ MAP

From ¥ 130

VOGUE: Inventing the Runway

VOGUE’s large-scale immersive exhibition makes its Asia debut in Shanghai, tracing the evolution of the fashion runway from closed salon presentations to global cultural spectacles. Developed with...

Daily except Mon until May 31 @ West Bund Museum

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Herlarious Club Comedy Show

Shark in the Park

Creative Bubble Theatre: Wow! Bubbles

Harp & Flute Duo Concert: Luiza Mintsaeva & Gergely Ittzes

Space Panda Presents: Bellagio Terrace Opening

Wu Opera: Mu Guiying

Oleh Oleh Vol.2 Returns to Shanghai

Roi Perez (House, Techno, Disco)

nali Presents: Alex Albrecht (Dreamy Techno, Ambient)

HighKick, Old Vinegar, Tiny Time

Shame (UK), Fazi, Vanishing Queen

TDJ (Trance, Bass)

Record Store Day 2026 Backyard Market

Knot Presents: Vroskiii (Live Rap, Club Music, Bass)

FinderShanghai pres. Hexorcismos (Experimental Electronic Music)

Harrow Shanghai Open Day

The Nutcracker by The Russian State Ballet

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

WISS International Day

The 9th China Festival of Education

2026 Shanghai International Flower Show

Plastik Fvnk (Spain)

Appreciation Day Party

The Stage: Shanghai’s Open-Air Skyline Deck

Floatasian - Special Deals of Floating, Ice Bath, Sauna

Aesthetic Skin Spa Deal - Up to 60% Off!

Belgian Beer Garden: Festival & Brews

SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

Painting and Drawing Course with World-class Italian Artist

PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

Private Piano and Composition Course with Award-winning Italian Artist

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

TSK Dental Care Package - Up to 90% off

Beauty Wish List — Up to 55% Off, Limited Time Deals

Jiahui Health Dental Packages Up to 50% off

Jiahui Health Professional Teeth Whitening

Punchdrunk's 'Sleep No More'

Jinmao Tower Sky Walk

ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

Zotter Chocolate Experience

Museum of Art Pudong General Ticket

Shanghai LEGO Discovery Center Entry Ticket

Fotografiska General Entrance Ticket

Shanghai Madame Tussauds One-Day Pass

Huangpu River Cruises on Your Own Luxury Yacht

Shanghai Changfeng Aquarium & Stingray Bay Entry Ticket

Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

Tiger Craft Kayaking

BuddyDog Deals: Training, Boarding, and More

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

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

[0.5 Day Trip: Shanghai] Discover Old Shanghai on a Moped

Suzhou Eye Entry Ticket

Peppa Pig World of Play One Day Pass

Cloud-Soft Mesotherapy: Deep Hydration, Skin So Silky It Glows

Peninsula 5th Generation Golden Micro-Needling

Art for Teens (Ages 9–15) – Trial Class

Art for Kids (Ages 4–9) – Trial Class

Art for Toddlers (Ages 2–3) – Trial Class

The Great Camouflage

Glamour and Modernity Beyond Shanghai

Picasso Through the Eyes of Paul Smith

VOGUE: Inventing the Runway

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