Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-05-31

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Private Chinese Cooking Class with Chef Tony Jiang

This hands-on cooking class teaches participants how to make classic Chinese dishes like Kung Pao Chicken and Shepherd’s Purse Wonton. Led by Chef Tony Jiang, the session includes a live...

Tomorrow @ Tascovery Gourmet School

From ¥ 499

ABBA Live Tribute

Celebrating Abba’s golden times, The Pearl presents one of their finest tribute shows. A night of mirror balls and sequins awaits! It's ABBA, the four Swedish blonds who were once responsible for...

Today & Tomorrow @ The Pearl

From ¥ 60

[1 Day Trip: Xinchang] Yanbang Village Hike

Spend a day exploring the historic Yanbang Water Trail, a gentle riverside hike through forested paths, stone bridges, and scenic mountain views. This beginner-friendly, pet-friendly trip is...

Tomorrow @ Xinchang, Zhejiang

From ¥ 380

Shanghai Jing'an Theatre Festival: Wild Thing!

A solo performance that turns animal imitation into something stranger and more reflective, Wild Thing! races through thousands of endangered and extinct species in under an hour. Created and...

Tomorrow @ Shanghai Art Theatre

From ¥ 100

TRAPPED: YYT Punk Show

TRAPPED hosts a full-on punk night featuring three fierce Shanghai acts: crossover thrash newcomers KILLALLPOSERS, high-voltage indie punks HEYLILY, and experimental punk veterans Round Eye. Expect...

Tomorrow @ Yuyintown Basement

From ¥ 80

Round Eye, HEYLILY K.A.P.

A juicy Sunday roast of punk rock, speedcore, thrash, and garage rock - things get nice and rowdy tonight at Yuyintown. Featuring seasoned meat, it’s a ravenous lineup that’ll keep your blood...

Tomorrow @ Yuyintown Basement

C.S.B.Q.

Changsha punk rock torch bearers bring their anthemic proletariat touch to their latest LP - The Unsung Voice. Laying bare ‘the fading of rural roots, the displacement of the marginalized, the...

Tomorrow @ Cream Club

Sympathy Angel KTV

Surreal C-Park cocktail bar and cafe Sympathy Angel does their monthly KTV party this Sunday night in the middle of the venue. Should be a vibe, for sure.

Tomorrow @ Sympathy Angel

Tupatane Jikoni 3- Lets Meet at The Kenyan Kitchen

“Tupatane Jikoni” — meaning “Let’s Meet in the Kitchen” in Kiswahili — returns for its third edition with an afternoon celebrating Kenyan food, music, and community in Shanghai. Organized by...

Tomorrow @ RIINK

Champagne Sundays

FATHOM is launching “Champagne Sundays,” a weekly Sunday afternoon terrace session overlooking the Bund, built around seafood, DJ music, and rotating champagne selections. Running from 2pm to 5pm...

From May 31 @ FATHOM Seafood Restaurant

2026-06-01

Spotlight Studio Summer Camps - Act. Sing. Dance.

The Spotlight Studio in Jing’an is running a packed slate of summer camps from June through August, mostly geared toward kids who’d rather be on stage than anywhere else. The lineup leans heavily...

June - August @ Spotlight Theatre School of Excellence

Shanghai American School Campus Tour

Shanghai American School, established in 1912, has over 3,000 students across two campuses and a community representing 40+ nationalities. As a non-profit, it reinvests all revenue back into...

Pudong - May 29 & June 1, Puxi - May 2 & 4 @ Shanghai American School (SAS)

Latina Children's Day Offer

For Children’s Day, Latina Brazilian steakhouse is running a family-friendly lunch deal on Monday from 11am to 3pm. Each parent who orders any Churrasco set can bring one child under 1.4 meters...

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 @ Latina Brazilian Steakhouse

Alla Torre Children's Day Offer

Alla Torre is doing a simple Children’s Day lunch special for families on Monday, June 1 from 11am to 3pm. Kids under 1.4 meters tall eat free when accompanied by a parent, with a choice between...

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 @ Alla Torre

Children's Day

For Children’s Day, Latina Parrilla is offering a family lunch deal on Monday from 11am to 3pm. Each parent who orders any tasting menu can bring one child under 1.4 meters tall to dine for free. A...

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 @ Latina Parrilla South American Steakhouse (Bingo Plaza)

2026-06-02

Modern Dance: Play

The modern dance performance "Play" is set to make its Asian debut in Shanghai on Children's Day. This dance is a collaborative production between the Spanish modern dance group Aracaladanza and...

Ended on Sun Jun 2, 2024 @ SHCAT

Ongoing

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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

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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

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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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Fight VGM Fight: International Professional Wrestling Exchange Tournament

Fight VGM Fight brings an international professional wrestling tournament to Shanghai, featuring wrestlers from six countries. Star wrestler CIMA and popular female wrestler Unagi Sayaka are among...

Sat, Jun 13, 2026 @ 36Space

From ¥ 299

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Le Grand Tasting - Wine Tasting Festival by Bettane+Desseauve

Le Grand Tasting – Wine Tasting Festival by Bettane+Desseauve is a multi-level tasting experience in Shanghai, combining global wines, gourmet food, and interactive experiences. Visitors can...

Daily until May 30 @ North Bund Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal

From ¥ 299

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DIIV Live in Shanghai 2026

DIIV, the Brooklyn-based indie rock band formed in 2011, returns to Shanghai after nearly a decade. Known for their dreamy guitars and ethereal vocals, their performance will feature songs from...

Sat, Jul 4, 2026 @ Modern Sky Lab

From ¥ 268

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National Ballet of China Presents: Women of the Red Army

Women of the Red Army is a classic ballet by the National Ballet of China, based on a story set in 1930s Hainan. It follows a young woman’s journey from oppression to becoming a revolutionary...

on Jul 4 and Jul 5, 2026 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 180

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

Queen Tribute Concert

Queen! Men! Myths! Legends! Mixing stadium rock, metal, glam, and Freddie Mercury's operatic vocals, Queen exploded into the rock arenas around the world with the over-the-top performance antics of...

Sun, Jun 28, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

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 @ 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

A Night of Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 & Lady Gaga

The Pearl’s Tribute Series continues to grow with another spectacular event! Following sold-out shows honoring Queen, Adele & Ed Sheeran, and Linkin Park, The Pearl’s Red Stars Band now brings you...

Thu, Jun 11, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Avril Lavigne & Ladies of Rock Concert

The Pearl has a concert dedicated to all the rockin' ladies over the years. The main focus for the evening will be on pop punk queen Avril Lavigne, a punk legend since age 16 when she released hits...

Wed, Jun 24, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

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

Piano & Violin Candlelight Concert: Game of Thrones, Castle in the Sky and Pirate of the Caribbean

In this indoor concert performed by young pianist and violinst in Shanghai, you will not only enjoy the music, but also the romantic candlelight. The repertoire of this performance includes fans'...

May 31, Jun 6 @ Bridge 8

From ¥ 298

Shanghai Cityscape Umbrella

This original artwork captures an imaginative portrayal of Shanghai, showcasing numerous significant landmarks throughout the city. A beautifully detailed, ultra-Shanghai souvenir for anyone who's...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

From ¥ 128

Custom Shanghai Street Signage

Home is where the green sign with the white numbers and lettering is. We print you a customized street sign with your address on it (ships within 3-4 working days)

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

From ¥ 128

Moves Like Jagger: A Night of Hits from the 2000s to Present

Move Like Jagger and get ready for a night of unforgettable hits spanning from the 2000s to the present! The Pearl's Red Stars are bringing you an electric live performance featuring chart-toppers...

Wed, Jun 10, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

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

Studio Insight Music Trial Class

Studio Insight is a foreign-invested music center offering both individual and group instruction in Vocal, Piano, Guitar, Electric Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Drums, Handpan, Saxophone, Trombone, Flute,...

Daily @ Studio Insight

From ¥ 58

Dance Drama: Wetman 2 | Declaration of Love

Show In the Rain, a dynamic water-dance drama created by acclaimed Russian choreographer Rustam Nadyrshin in 2009, brings a blend of real rain and breathtaking choreography to the stage. Dubbed...

May 8-22, Jun 2-7 @ MIFA 1862

From ¥ 180

Nirvana Tribute Concert

The beginning of the 90s was awash in heavy metal bands, however, there was a growing scene coming out of Seattle that was about to dominate the music world. Known as the “grunge” scene and led by...

Fri, Jun 5, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Imagine Dragons & Coldplay Tribute

Throughout history, rivalries have sparked heated battles: Jets vs. Sharks, Greasers vs. Socs, Rockers vs. Mods, Warriors vs. every gang in NYC. Now, The Pearl is hosting a clash of modern-day...

Jun 7, 20 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

Rock of Ages

The Red Stars blast through four decades of rock history, delivering a seismic live set packed with legendary anthems from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana. Prepare for a night of massive riffs, soaring...

Wed, Jun 3, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

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

Magical Night Candlelight Concert: Jay Chou, Mayday, and JJ Lin's Trio Performance

Immerse yourself in the magic of Shanghai's Ocean Candlelight Concert, where over 3,000 candles set the stage for a romantic evening of live music. Talented musicians perform beloved pieces from...

May 20, 30, Jun 19 @ Bridge 8

From ¥ 438

Smurf Land Theme Park

Located in Shanghai’s Sheshan National Tourism Resort, the Shimao Smurf Land Theme Park is the first indoor-outdoor hybrid park in China that blends natural wonders with an international IP....

Daily @ Smurf Land Theme Park

From ¥ 120

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

The Red Stars launch a full-scale British invasion for one night only, storming through anthems from six decades of UK greats. Scream along to everything from The Beatles and Queen to Oasis, Adele,...

Thu, Jun 4, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Piano & Cello Candlelight Concert: Timeless Classics from Film and Popular Music

Enjoy a unique Candlelight Concert featuring Big Fish, As Wished, and Half-Moon Serenade, performed by the Youth Infinity Orchestra in a century-old historic building. The soulful cello and...

Jun 5, 13, 20 @ Bridge 8

From ¥ 298

Soup Dumplings Cooking Class Experience

Originally from the dumplings master forge in Shandong in northern China, Cici has been living in Shanghai for over 20 years, raising a family, and teaching homestyle Chinese cuisine in her cooking...

Daily until Jul 31 @ Cici’s Chinese Kitchen

From ¥ 450

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Private Chinese Cooking Class with Chef Tony Jiang

ABBA Live Tribute

[1 Day Trip: Xinchang] Yanbang Village Hike

Shanghai Jing'an Theatre Festival: Wild Thing!

TRAPPED: YYT Punk Show

Round Eye, HEYLILY K.A.P.

C.S.B.Q.

Sympathy Angel KTV

Tupatane Jikoni 3- Lets Meet at The Kenyan Kitchen

Champagne Sundays

Spotlight Studio Summer Camps - Act. Sing. Dance.

Shanghai American School Campus Tour

Latina Children's Day Offer

Alla Torre Children's Day Offer

Children's Day

Modern Dance: Play

Punchdrunk's 'Sleep No More'

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

Immersive Theatre: Great World Dream

Fight VGM Fight: International Professional Wrestling Exchange Tournament

Le Grand Tasting - Wine Tasting Festival by Bettane+Desseauve

DIIV Live in Shanghai 2026

National Ballet of China Presents: Women of the Red Army

Jinmao Tower Sky Walk

ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

Zotter Chocolate Experience

Museum of Art Pudong General Ticket

Queen Tribute Concert

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

A Night of Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 & Lady Gaga

Avril Lavigne & Ladies of Rock Concert

Shanghai Changfeng Aquarium & Stingray Bay Entry Ticket

Piano & Violin Candlelight Concert: Game of Thrones, Castle in the Sky and Pirate of the Caribbean

Shanghai Cityscape Umbrella

Custom Shanghai Street Signage

Moves Like Jagger: A Night of Hits from the 2000s to Present

SinoUnited Comprehensive Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

Beginner Mandarin Lessons Trial Only 9 RMB

Studio Insight Music Trial Class

Dance Drama: Wetman 2 | Declaration of Love

Nirvana Tribute Concert

Imagine Dragons & Coldplay Tribute

Rock of Ages

PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

Magical Night Candlelight Concert: Jay Chou, Mayday, and JJ Lin's Trio Performance

Smurf Land Theme Park

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

Piano & Cello Candlelight Concert: Timeless Classics from Film and Popular Music

Soup Dumplings Cooking Class Experience

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