Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-05-16

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Immersive Theatre: Great World Dream

An immersive theatre experience by The Pearl that recreates 1920s Shanghai’s legendary Great World entertainment venue inside a multi-level performance space. Audiences move through different...

May 9, 16, 23, 30 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 333

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Public Service Broadcasting 2026 Tour - Shanghai

Combining music, spoken word, and visuals, London-based outfit Public Service Broadcasting crafts ethereal and mesmerizing post-rock that sources the majority of its vocals from public service...

Tomorrow @ VAS ear

From ¥ 268

Space Panda Presents: Horizon Sunset Rooftop Party ft. SLVN

Space Panda’s Horizon Rooftop Party takes over POP at Three on The Bund with French DJ SLVN. Enjoy a full-day outdoor electronic music experience from warm afternoon sunlight into neon-lit night,...

Tomorrow @ POP American Brasserie

From ¥ 138

Visual Theatre & Clown Show: The Tale of Nobody Nose

The Tale of Nobody Nose is a non-verbal visual theatre and clown performance by the UK’s Goofus Theatre. Using puppetry, physical comedy, and music, the show takes audiences on an imaginative...

From May 16 until May 24 @ Showay Arts Space for Families

From ¥ 320

War Horse Music Festival: Céline Dessberg “Hello, Wilderness” Shanghai Concert

Céline Dessberg brings her cross-cultural sound to Shanghai with Hello, Wilderness, blending Mongolian traditional elements with jazz and indie pop. The concert features vocals, yatga (Mongolian...

Tomorrow @ Jazz at Lincoln Center

From ¥ 238

Shanghai Jingan Theatre Festival: Dias Felizes (Happy Days)

Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days will be presented by Brazil’s Armazém Theatre Company as part of the 2026 Shanghai Jing’an Drama Festival. The minimalist absurdist play follows a woman buried in a...

on May 16 and May 17, 2026 @ Daning Theatre

From ¥ 180

Antje Weithaas & Ning Feng Duo Recital

Antje Weithaas and Ning Feng share the stage for a duo recital on May 16, marking their first joint appearance in this format. The teacher-and-student pairing will perform works by Mozart, Leclair,...

Tomorrow @ Shanghai Concert Hall

From ¥ 180

Ultimate Baroque: I Musici Ensemble Concert

I Musici, the legendary Italian Musicians Ensemble, brings a Baroque program including Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to Shanghai. The ensemble consists of top-tier soloists performing without a conductor,...

Tomorrow @ SHOAC

From ¥ 180

[1 Day Trip: Yushan] Eagle’s Trail Aerial Hike Adventure

Take on one of Jiangnan’s most thrilling hiking routes along the iconic Yushan Eagle’s Trail, a dramatic mountain path shaped like a soaring eagle. This 11KM loop adventure takes you through steep...

Tomorrow @ Changshu, Jiangsu Province

From ¥ 380

Piano Recital by Junyan Chen

This piano recital features Chinese pianist Junyan Chen in a solo program centered on Rachmaninoff, with additional works by Earl Wild. The concert showcases large-scale Romantic repertoire...

Tomorrow @ SHOAC

From ¥ 80

HD Screening: King Lear by Moscow’s Satirikon Theatre

A high-definition screening of King Lear, directed by Yury Butusov and starring Konstantin Raikin. This filmed stage production presents Shakespeare’s tragedy through a contemporary Russian...

May 16, 17, 23, 31 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 168

"Walk Pose Serve" (Runway, Battle Category, Workshop, Dance, DJ Sets)

This one sounds wild. The New Writing Supermarket, the crew who brought us some of the best parties of recent years in their now-shuttered Changning loft/DIY space, heads to the West Bund for this...

Tomorrow @ West Bund Museum

Francesco Farfa & Bryn Mayo (House, Disco)

Reactor welcomes Francesco Farfa, a longtime figure in Italy’s underground electronic scene. Active for four decades, Farfa is known for his eclectic, psychedelic-leaning sets. Joining him is Bryn...

Tomorrow @ Reactor

Shuangda Festival Pre-Party

Three-story house of house, Hubei food, and alcohol, Roam, presents the Shanghai warm-up party for their Shuangda festival, which is happening May 29-31 near Ningbo at Xiangshan and Fantongshan....

Tomorrow @ Roam

Death Teach Me Life, Hard2Kill, No More Harm, What You Don’t See, Rampage, Shoot The Gun, RIPPER, HEADIVE, Madcock, AnemoiA, Cancer Game

A gathering of China’s best and fiercest in the hardcore scene - Cream Club hosts eleven rip-roaring bands with a penchant for delivering gut-punching tunes. Expect nothing but ravenous mosh pits...

Tomorrow @ Cream Club

fit none x Ming Room 14th Anniversary

Ming Room明室 - the quaint overflowing library, space, store, and/or archive stationed by the ever-wonderful Xie Wang 谢旺 - has long been home to Shanghai’s steadfast experimental music and...

From May 16 until May 19 @ Ming Room

Piano, Violin & Cello Candlelight Concert: La La Land - World of Film & TV

Get ready for La La Land – World of Film & TV, a night where iconic movie melodies collide with heart-tugging nostalgia. From the jazz-infused dreams of La La Land to the epic romance of Titanic,...

Apr 25, May 1, 3, 10, 16, 20, 22, 30 @ Bridge 8

From ¥ 298

HD Screening: HKRep on Screen - The Diary of Song

A high-definition screening of The Diary of Song, a Hong Kong Repertory Theatre production written and directed by Poon Wai Sum. The play reimagines characters from Water Margin through a...

May 16, 22, 24 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 168

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

Magnolia Kindergarten is hosting Open Days on 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 explore the...

May 16 @ Magnolia Kindergarten

House Affair - Shanghai’s Sexiest Rooftop House Night at The Fellas

HOUSE AFFAIR takes place at The Fellas every Saturday night. Set above the Bund skyline, the event features rooftop views, signature cocktails, and House music, with DJs playing from 10PM to...

Saturdays until May 30 @ The Fellas

Dulwich Puxi Founder's Day 2026

Dulwich Puxi’s Founder’s Day 2026 returns on 16 May, turning the campus into a lively celebration of food, music, performances, and games under this year’s theme. Open to the public, the day also...

16 May @ Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi

System Secret Party (Techno, Bass, Club Music)

System – the promoter who just did the Jeff Mills show last weekend – is throwing another of their off-venue parties this Saturday night. They will disclose the location on the day of the event but...

Tomorrow @ SmSh Territory

Beneath The Surface Exhibition

Beneath the Surface is the inaugural exhibition of SAVVY’s new curatorial programme, presented at its Shanghai atelier from May 3rd 2026 and ending on August 3rd 2026. Featuring works by...

Daily except Mon, Tue & Wed until Aug 3 @ SAVVY Diamonds & Jewelry

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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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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!

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 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, 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

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, 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 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

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

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 Sat, Sun @ Shanghai

From ¥ 349

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 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 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 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

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

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

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

Tennis Class for Beginners (Xuhui)

Tennisline International Tennis Academy Shanghai offers a 9-week tennis clinic tailored for beginners and those with basic skills. This dynamic and engaging course provides a fast-paced...

Daily @ Tennisline Shanghai

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

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Immersive Theatre: Great World Dream

Public Service Broadcasting 2026 Tour - Shanghai

Space Panda Presents: Horizon Sunset Rooftop Party ft. SLVN

Visual Theatre & Clown Show: The Tale of Nobody Nose

War Horse Music Festival: Céline Dessberg “Hello, Wilderness” Shanghai Concert

Shanghai Jingan Theatre Festival: Dias Felizes (Happy Days)

Antje Weithaas & Ning Feng Duo Recital

Ultimate Baroque: I Musici Ensemble Concert

[1 Day Trip: Yushan] Eagle’s Trail Aerial Hike Adventure

Piano Recital by Junyan Chen

HD Screening: King Lear by Moscow’s Satirikon Theatre

"Walk Pose Serve" (Runway, Battle Category, Workshop, Dance, DJ Sets)

Francesco Farfa & Bryn Mayo (House, Disco)

Shuangda Festival Pre-Party

Death Teach Me Life, Hard2Kill, No More Harm, What You Don’t See, Rampage, Shoot The Gun, RIPPER, HEADIVE, Madcock, AnemoiA, Cancer Game

fit none x Ming Room 14th Anniversary

Piano, Violin & Cello Candlelight Concert: La La Land - World of Film & TV

HD Screening: HKRep on Screen - The Diary of Song

Magnolia Kindergarten Open Days

House Affair - Shanghai’s Sexiest Rooftop House Night at The Fellas

Dulwich Puxi Founder's Day 2026

System Secret Party (Techno, Bass, Club Music)

Beneath The Surface Exhibition

The Stage: Shanghai’s Open-Air Skyline Deck

Huangpu River Cruises on Your Own Luxury Yacht

Painting and Drawing Course with World-class Italian Artist

Private Piano and Composition Course with Award-winning Italian Artist

Punchdrunk's 'Sleep No More'

Jinmao Tower Sky Walk

ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

Zotter Chocolate Experience

Museum of Art Pudong General Ticket

Floatasian - Special Deals of Floating, Ice Bath, Sauna

Shanghai LEGO Discovery Center Entry Ticket

Fotografiska General Entrance Ticket

Aesthetic Skin Spa Deal - Up to 60% Off!

Shanghai Madame Tussauds One-Day Pass

Shanghai Changfeng Aquarium & Stingray Bay Entry Ticket

SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

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

Tiger Craft Kayaking

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

BuddyDog Deals: Training, Boarding, and More

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

Jiahui Health Professional Teeth Whitening

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 Kids (Ages 4–9) – Trial Class

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

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

Sky Fragments: The City that Connects

Material Matters: Sheila Hicks & Shi Hui

China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026

Tennis Class for Beginners (Xuhui)

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

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