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Michael Jackson Tribute

Michael Jackson Tribute

The Pearl hosts a Michael Jackson tribute night with Red Stars Band, bringing the King of Pop’s catalogue back to the stage. Expect a run through hits from Michael Jackson, reworked into a live...
From May 15 until May 17 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 180
HD Screening: Anna Karenina the Musical by the Moscow Operetta Theatre

HD Screening: Anna Karenina the Musical by the Moscow Operetta Theatre

A high-definition screening of the Russian musical Anna Karenina, presented by the Moscow Operetta Theatre. This filmed production brings Tolstoy’s classic love story to the screen with large-scale...
From May 15 until May 31 @ Wanping Theater
From ¥ 168
KU DE TA Sessions - Rooftop Beach Club Party

KU DE TA Sessions - Rooftop Beach Club Party

KU DE TA takes over Flair at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai for a three-day rooftop beach club experience inspired by Bali’s iconic sunset party culture. Expect tropical vibes, skyline views,...
Sat, May 16, 2026 @ Flair Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
From ¥ 178
ALTER. Pavillon 亭

ALTER. Pavillon 亭

Alter is back with another party at Yu Garden, and they've got a real good lineup for this one. The night starts at 6.30-9pm with a byyb-curated DJ workshop (RSVP only) by one of China's finest...
Tomorrow @ Beaufort Terrace
From ¥ 128
Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet

Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet

A chamber concert by the Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet, bringing together four top-tier musicians for a full program of Brahms’ piano quartets. It’s an all-in evening of dense, emotional, and...
Tomorrow @ SHOAC
From ¥ 180
Dance Performance: A Man Named W

Dance Performance: A Man Named W

A Man Named W is a contemporary dance theatre piece exploring loss, loneliness, and quiet resilience. Through a solo physical performance, it traces one man’s journey after the death of his wife,...
on May 15 and May 16, 2026 @ International Dance Center
From ¥ 180
Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet

Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet

The Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet brings a rare complete performance of Brahms’ Piano Quartets to Shanghai on May 15 at the Shanghai Oriental Art Center. Formed by top musicians from the Berlin...
Tomorrow @ SHOAC
From ¥ 180
Echoes of the Earth · Shanghai Indie Music Festival

Echoes of the Earth · Shanghai Indie Music Festival

Rock and roll safe haven Cave celebrates one year of their live house Cave Art Venue as well as the opening of their neighboring little wisecracking sibling Coven by Cave with a two-day indoor...
on May 15 and May 16, 2026 @ Cave Art Venue
No Decision at Night, wish you could swim

No Decision at Night, wish you could swim

Hangzhou’s No Decision at Night are as delicate as they come - an emo-laced math rock outfit that sings in wispy tones and brings an ethereal tranquility to their sound. Yet it’s amazing how much...
Tomorrow @ Mosh Space Live House
KNOT Presents: Toryondacloud (Live Hip Hop, Club Music, and Twerking)

KNOT Presents: Toryondacloud (Live Hip Hop, Club Music, and Twerking)

On Friday, May 15, underground click Knot returns to ILLUM CLUB with Episode 3 of their “15 Minutes of Truth and Lies” series featuring live hip hop sets, DJs, and this time, twerk artists....
Tomorrow @ Illum
Love Bang 16-Year Anniversary: Dancing in the Sauna (Club Music, Hip Hop, Saunacore)

Love Bang 16-Year Anniversary: Dancing in the Sauna (Club Music, Hip Hop, Saunacore)

Shanghai label/crew Love Bang turns 16 with a party in Heim's Sauna room on Changle Lu. "16-Years is grandpa status in cat years and people are always askin' how we stay lookin' so young and fresh...
Tomorrow @ Green Station
Circus of Madness w/Le Klown (Hard Techno, Hard Bass)

Circus of Madness w/Le Klown (Hard Techno, Hard Bass)

Bangin’ hard techno, donk, bass, and trance from French artist Le Klown this Friday at Abyss. With a sound that draws from dark, cinematic textures and driving rave energy, Klown builds sets that...
Tomorrow @ Abyss Club
GoEast Mandarin Mahjong Night

GoEast Mandarin Mahjong Night

Tiles up, drinks ready. GoEast’s Mahjong Night runs on May 15, and June 12 from 7–9pm, offering a relaxed, social setting to learn and play one of China’s most iconic games. Whether you’re a total...
May 15, June 12 @ GoEast Mandarin (Changning Campus)
Friday Night Fever — The Bund’s Ultimate Rooftop Party at The Fellas

Friday Night Fever — The Bund’s Ultimate Rooftop Party at The Fellas

Friday nights in May at The Fellas feature rooftop views of the Bund skyline, Italian dinner, cocktails on the terrace during sunset, and Disco House music from 10pm to midnight. The evening...
Fridays until May 29 @ The Fellas
PAC’s Coffee & Dessert Festival

PAC’s Coffee & Dessert Festival

PAC’s second Coffee & Dessert Festival is back for two weekends this May, bringing together more than 25 coffee and dessert vendors for a sugar-heavy celebration of all things sweet. Expect...
From May 15 until May 24 @ Park Avenue Central (PAC)
Ongoing
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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 @ The Stage
From ¥ 110
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
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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
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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 ¥ 600
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
From ¥ 590
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
From ¥ 60
ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

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 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

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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
From Jun 6 @ Changfeng Aquarium
From ¥ 160
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
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
PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

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
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
Tiger Craft Kayaking

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

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 Aug 31 @ RODEO Rejuvenation Center
From ¥ 980
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
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
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
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
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
Suzhou Eye Entry Ticket

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 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

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

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 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

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

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
China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026

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
Splendors in Flowing Light: Special Exhibition of Qianlong Period Artifacts from the Palace Museum Collection

Splendors in Flowing Light: Special Exhibition of Qianlong Period Artifacts from the Palace Museum Collection

After seven years, the Palace Museum’s treasures are back at the Fengxian Museum, this time showcasing Qianlong, the “Artistic Emperor” and legendary collector. The exhibition presents 121 imperial...
From May 18 until Nov 18 @ Fengxian Museum
Giorgio Morandi: Solo

Giorgio Morandi: Solo

The largest Morandi exhibition of the century opens at MAP on June 17, showcasing over 120 works from 39 international institutions and collectors, many appearing in China for the first time....
From Jun 17 @ MAP
Weekday Lunch

Weekday Lunch

Weekdays just got a little more delicious at So Mezze. For 98rmb, pick one starter—like smoky grilled eggplant, hummus, or tangy tarator—then choose your main from options like Pesto Rigatoni, a...
Weekdays @ So Mezze
Sky Fragments: The City that Connects

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

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

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