Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-04-25

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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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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

[1 Day Trip: Yuhang] Floral Symphony, Mt. Luniao's Azelea Paradise

Experience a breathtaking journey through Luniao Mountain as the landscape bursts into bloom with thousands of azaleas. This one-day adventure offers a vibrant display of nature’s beauty, perfect...

Tomorrow @ Hangzhou, Zhejiang

From ¥ 360

HD Screening: National Theatre Live – Jane Eyre

This is a high-definition cinema screening of Jane Eyre, a stage production by the National Theatre and Bristol Old Vic. Directed by Sally Cookson, the adaptation reexamines Charlotte Brontë’s...

Apr 24, May 1, 3, 4 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 168

HD Screening: Bristol Old Vic On Screen – Wise Children's Wuthering Heights

This is a high-definition cinema screening of Wuthering Heights, presented by Wise Children. Director Emma Rice reimagines Emily Brontë’s classic novel through a music-driven theatrical lens,...

on Apr 25 and Apr 26, 2026 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 168

Tungdin X Onefortyasia Presents: Keep Hush ft. Jfüng & Mengzy

London-based music platform/YouTube series Keep Hush pops up at Changning basement club Exit for a night of bass for your face. It's something kinda like Boiler Room and they're doing this in...

Tomorrow @ Exit

From ¥ 128

Epic Oasis: Bellagio Rooftop Season Opening Party by Nova Events

Epic Oasis is Nova Event's rooftop season opening party held at the Bellagio Hotel in Shanghai, featuring a sunset skyline view over the Bund. The event includes a rooftop terrace setting designed...

Tomorrow @ Bellagio Shanghai

From ¥ 138

Interactive Children's Theatre: Acorn, Bird, Butterfly

This is a sensory interactive theatre experience designed for children aged 1–4 and their families. Through music, touch, and seasonal nature-inspired play, babies are guided through an early...

From Apr 25 until May 10 @ Little Player Theatre

From ¥ 240

UFO95 (Techno)

Potent hosts French producer UFO95, whose dark, hypnotic sound is reminiscent of '90s and early '00s sounds. He’s known for live performances at clubs like Berghain, Basement NY, and Tresor, where...

Tomorrow @ Potent Club

Tolouse Low Trax (Techno, Dub, Ambient)

Tolouse Low Trax is the alias of Detlef Weinrich, a German-born electronic musician, DJ, and artist now based in Paris (self-described as ”Parisian-by-choice“). He studied art at the Düsseldorf...

Tomorrow @ Wigwam

Idle Hands Vinyl Night (Funk, Soul, Rock, Latin)

“They say Idle Hands are the devil’s playground…." Punk rock dive bar Specters hosts a line-up of local vinyl DJs and special guests Tina Turnatick and SL Jung - aka IDLE HANDS - from HCMC,...

Tomorrow @ Specters (C·PARK)

Silhouette, Radiation Fog, Koe

StreetVoice is taking over Yuyintown Basement this spring with two gigs, putting a spotlight on some of the freshest and most exciting acts in the indie world. Night one heads to Nanjing - with...

Tomorrow @ Yuyintown Basement

Wine Pairing Dinner with Domaine La Croix de Brully

A six-course wine pairing dinner featuring wines from Domaine La Croix de Brully, one of Burgundy’s emerging rising star estates. Hosted by Zikoland founders Ziko and Yohan, alongside the estate...

Tomorrow @ Sui Tang Li (The Upper House)

Alessandra Zerbinati + 钢铁大腿, Creature From The Black, Francine Satu, Shawn Wu, Jason Wade + Ultracocker Shocking

A formidable lineup of aggressive, beastly creatures has been assembled over at Trigger - the noise and experimental safe haven. It’s a massive lineup with some special guests, including the return...

Tomorrow @ trigger

Love Bang (Hip Hop, Footwork, Ghettohouse, Club Music)

Long running Shanghai promoter and label Love Bang hosts a night of hip hop, R&B, ghettohouse, footwork, club music, and more from DJs Heatwolves and guest Huizit at this neighborhood bar near INS....

Tomorrow @ The Drinkery (Ruijin Lu)

Knot Presents: Cam Girl (Club Music, Hyperpop, New EDM)

Shanghai-based promo crew Knot launches its first event at its new Shanghai home, C Park's Illum Club, which is one of the freshest places to open in a long time. Headlining the night is Cam Girl,...

Tomorrow @ Illum

15+ Years Veteran Party

Back again for another round, the China Veterans party returns on April 25 — the one reserved for the lifers. Entry’s strictly for the 15+ years-in-China crowd, so expect a room full of people...

Tomorrow @ Andalusia (MOHO Mall)

From ¥ 380

Dulwich College Pudong Open Days

Open Days at Dulwich Pudong offer families a unique opportunity to visit the campus, meet the team, and gain an exclusive introduction to the school’s world-class, holistic education. Each Open Day...

Ducks (Ages 2-5): 25 April, Ducks ( Ages 5-7): 23 & 25 April, Junior School ( Ages 7-11): 25 April @ Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong

Alter Pavilion (House, Disco, Techno)

Promoters Alter team up with community radio crew byyb.radio for another edition of their Yu Garden party. Very iconic setting and a strong lineup from the Shanghai underground at this one, with...

Tomorrow @ Yu Garden Mall

Lacchesi (Techno, Trance)

Lacchesi is a Paris-based electronic music producer, DJ, and founder of the label Maison Close Records, known for a high-energy techno and trance-infused sound that's bouncy, playful, and a little...

Tomorrow @ Abyss Club

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,...

23 & 25 April @ Concordia International School Shanghai (CISS)

YCIS Shanghai Community Day

YCIS Shanghai’s annual Community Day returns this April, bringing families onto its Pudong and Puxi campuses for a lively, culture-packed open day that blends play, performance and hands-on...

Saturday, 25 April @ Yew Chung International School Of Shanghai (YCIS)

One Republic "From Asia, With Love" Tour in Shanghai

OneRepublic is bringing their brand-new “From Asia, With Love” stadium tour to Shanghai, marking their first-ever stadium show in mainland China and a major return for the band that’s spent the...

Tomorrow @ Hongkou Soccer Stadium

NAIS Pudong Spring Fair

NAIS Pudong’s Spring Fair returns on April 25 with a lively afternoon of family-friendly fun on campus, open to the wider community. Expect a packed lineup of games, science experiments, inflatable...

April 25 @ Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong (NAIS Pudong)

Tuna Ceremony

THE DOME Modern Japanese & Lounge hosts a live tuna-cutting ceremony on April 24, bringing a traditional Japanese dining ritual to its Bund setting. The evening centers around a whole premium tuna...

Today @ The Dome

Ongoing

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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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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 ¥ 600

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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

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

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

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 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

Crack in the Curtain by Huang Peishan

This exhibition is the first institutional solo show by multimedia artist Huang Peishan. Starting from photography, her works mix digital editing, AI generation, and sculptural techniques to turn...

Daily until Jul 19 @ Fotografiska

From ¥ 50

The Little Galaxy: Molly 20th Anniversary Exhibition in Shanghai

MOLLY’s 20th Anniversary Exhibition lands in Shanghai, celebrating two decades of the beloved character with immersive installations, exclusive merch, and hands-on experiences. Running from March...

Daily except Mon until May 10 @ Fosun Foundation

Reinventing Landscape: Highlights of the Centre Pompidou Collection vol. IV

West Bund Museum kicks off a new five-year collaboration with the Centre Pompidou with Reinventing Landscapes, a major exhibition featuring nearly 70 works from the Pompidou’s world-class...

Daily except Mon @ West Bund Museum

Material Matters: Sheila Hicks & Shi Hui

This exhibition brings together two pioneers of fiber art at West Bund Museum from April 17 to August 2, marking the first China solo presentation for Sheila Hicks alongside a comprehensive survey...

Daily except Mon until Aug 2 @ West Bund Museum

Sky Fragments: The City that Connects

A new group exhibition at Mingyuan Museum brings together 37 artists from across China, including graduates from major art academies and Shanghai-based creatives, exploring how fragments of memory...

Daily except Mon until Aug 16 @ Mingyuan Museum

China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026

The China International Import Expo will make a return in 2026. This global exposition has some of the biggest companies and industrialists flock to Minhang and Xujing for one of the largest...

From Nov 5 until Nov 10 @ Shanghai International Exhibition Center

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PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

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

[1 Day Trip: Yuhang] Floral Symphony, Mt. Luniao's Azelea Paradise

HD Screening: National Theatre Live – Jane Eyre

HD Screening: Bristol Old Vic On Screen – Wise Children's Wuthering Heights

Tungdin X Onefortyasia Presents: Keep Hush ft. Jfüng & Mengzy

Epic Oasis: Bellagio Rooftop Season Opening Party by Nova Events

Interactive Children's Theatre: Acorn, Bird, Butterfly

UFO95 (Techno)

Tolouse Low Trax (Techno, Dub, Ambient)

Idle Hands Vinyl Night (Funk, Soul, Rock, Latin)

Silhouette, Radiation Fog, Koe

Wine Pairing Dinner with Domaine La Croix de Brully

Alessandra Zerbinati + 钢铁大腿, Creature From The Black, Francine Satu, Shawn Wu, Jason Wade + Ultracocker Shocking

Love Bang (Hip Hop, Footwork, Ghettohouse, Club Music)

Knot Presents: Cam Girl (Club Music, Hyperpop, New EDM)

15+ Years Veteran Party

Dulwich College Pudong Open Days

Alter Pavilion (House, Disco, Techno)

Lacchesi (Techno, Trance)

Concordia Shanghai Open Days

YCIS Shanghai Community Day

One Republic "From Asia, With Love" Tour in Shanghai

NAIS Pudong Spring Fair

Tuna Ceremony

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

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

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

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

Art for Kids (Ages 4–9) – Trial Class

Peninsula 5th Generation Golden Micro-Needling

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

Crack in the Curtain by Huang Peishan

The Little Galaxy: Molly 20th Anniversary Exhibition in Shanghai

Reinventing Landscape: Highlights of the Centre Pompidou Collection vol. IV

Material Matters: Sheila Hicks & Shi Hui

Sky Fragments: The City that Connects

China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026

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