Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-08-24

[Shanghai] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

Temples return to China in 2026 with their BLISS world tour, presenting a live show built around their latest album and their evolving blend of psychedelic rock, electronic textures, and modern...

Mon, Aug 24, 2026 @ Modern Sky Lab

From ¥ 248

Skate of the Art

Art of the Skate explores skateboarding as both a sport and a global visual culture. Through photography, video, and multimedia installations, the exhibition traces skateboarding's journey from...

Daily until Oct 25 @ Fotografiska

From ¥ 50

[Shenzhen] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Seven years after a spontaneous decision between three university freshmen to start a band, Racing Mount Pleasant is making its China debut. Blending indie folk, chamber pop, Midwest emo, garage...

Mon, Aug 24, 2026 @ SmSh Territory

From ¥ 119

Master Class at Vera Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

Step up your rhythmic gymnastics game with Melitina Staniouta, three-time World Championships bronze medalist and two-time Olympian. From Aug 24–28, 16:30–19:30, join Vera Rhythmic Gymnastics Club...

August 24-28 @ Vera International Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

2026-08-26

90's Alt-Rock Concert

A 90s alternative rock tribute night at The Pearl, performed by Red Stars Band, revisits the era’s defining sound. The set pulls from bands like Nirvana, Radiohead, Oasis, Foo Fighters, and Green...

Wed, Aug 26, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

[Shanghai] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Seven years after a spontaneous decision between three university freshmen to start a band, Racing Mount Pleasant is making its China debut. Blending indie folk, chamber pop, Midwest emo, garage...

Wed, Aug 26, 2026 @ Modern Sky Lab

From ¥ 119

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

Every Wednesday, Skyline Dome hosts a disco-inspired rooftop night featuring disco and funk-influenced music from DJ Rain, cocktails, and views overlooking the Bund skyline. The evening combines...

Wednesdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

[Shenzhen] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

Temples return to China in 2026 with their BLISS world tour, presenting a live show built around their latest album and their evolving blend of psychedelic rock, electronic textures, and modern...

From Aug 26 until Aug 26 @ SmSh Territory

From ¥ 248

MEINS Open House

Slide by MEINS at 155 Lixi Lu (near Jiangsu Lu) on Aug 26th (9:00–10:30am) for a playful, parent-centric open house. Whether you're curious about meeting the teachers, checking out the campus, or...

26 Aug @ MEINS International Kindergarten

2026-08-27

Children's Theatre: There's a Monster in the Show

There’s a Monster in Your Book makes its China debut as an interactive family musical from the UK. Based on the popular children’s book series Who’s in Your Book?, the show turns the stage into a...

From Aug 27 until Aug 29 @ Huangpu Theatre

From ¥ 120

Echoes of Chopin: David Khrikuli Piano Recital

Part of the One-Man-Show Classical Recital Series, this piano recital features rising pianist David Khrikuli performing works by Brahms, Schumann, and Chopin. The program explores connections...

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 @ Grand Theatre

From ¥ 100

Women Who Rock! – The Ultimate Female Rock Anthems Concert

This is a high-energy live rock tribute night celebrating the biggest female-fronted rock anthems of the past few decades. Performed by Shanghai rock band The Red Stars, the show brings together...

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

the FVL. "Land of Siesta" Tour (Live Experimental Electronic)

The FVL. are a Taipei-based band blending indie rock, dream pop, and hazy shoegaze into something warm, melodic, and quietly emotional. Their songs drift between shimmering guitars, understated...

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 @ Wigwam

Free Flow Summer Nights

Very solid deal at this club on the corner of Fumin Lu and Xinle Lu - aka The English Corner aka The Triangle of Sadness - on Thursdays this summer. For 98rmb, they're doing free-flow drinks all...

Thursdays until Aug 27 @ Le Baron

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

Every Thursday, Skyline Dome hosts a rooftop night featuring house and disco music from DJ Rain and DJ Stefano, skyline views, cocktails, and a social atmosphere overlooking the Bund waterfront....

Thursdays @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

[Hangzhou] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Seven years after a spontaneous decision between three university freshmen to start a band, Racing Mount Pleasant is making its China debut. Blending indie folk, chamber pop, Midwest emo, garage...

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 @ SmSh Territory

From ¥ 119

2026-08-28

Paul Lewis Piano Recital

This is a piano recital by internationally renowned pianist Paul Lewis, making his Shanghai solo debut. The programme focuses on Mozart alongside works by Poulenc and Debussy, exploring connections...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Shanghai Concert Hall

How to Build (Emo Rap, Live Hip Hop, Club Music)

Up-and-coming Shanghai-via-Yunnan promoter How To Build presents a night of emo rap and new underground club sounds at C-Park club Illum. Headlining the night is HK rapper, 柒羊 Takeem. The lineup...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Illum

Echos of October (Techno)

Echoes of October craft tough, hypnotic techno built on rolling grooves, cinematic textures, and patient progression. Their productions and DJ sets strike a balance between atmosphere and...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Abyss Club

Scarry Potter (Hip Hop, Edits, Vina House, Asian Club Music)

INS hip hop club Hush hosts Scarry Potter, the former Shanghai resident behind Cyclo and City Moments, who moved to HCMC and started the influential club and label, Piu Piu. He's become a really...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ Hush (INS)

Cypher Park (Live Hip Hop, Pop)

CYPHER PARK-申- is the monthly cypher at C’s, where people come through to freestyle rap, dance, or just hang out. The music ranges from city pop to hyperpop, from jazz hip hop to techno – it’s C’s,...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ C's

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

Skyline Dome transforms every Friday into a rooftop night inspired by the golden age of Italian nightlife, featuring Italo Disco classics, Nu Disco grooves, and uplifting house music. Set against...

Fridays until Sep 16 @ Skyline Dome | Sushi Rooftop & Lounge

[Beijing] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

Temples return to China in 2026 with their BLISS world tour, presenting a live show built around their latest album and their evolving blend of psychedelic rock, electronic textures, and modern...

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 @ SmSh Territory

From ¥ 248

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Upcoming Events in Shanghai

[Shanghai] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

Skate of the Art

[Shenzhen] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Master Class at Vera Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

90's Alt-Rock Concert

[Shanghai] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

[Shenzhen] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

MEINS Open House

Children's Theatre: There's a Monster in the Show

Echoes of Chopin: David Khrikuli Piano Recital

Women Who Rock! – The Ultimate Female Rock Anthems Concert

the FVL. "Land of Siesta" Tour (Live Experimental Electronic)

Free Flow Summer Nights

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

[Hangzhou] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Paul Lewis Piano Recital

How to Build (Emo Rap, Live Hip Hop, Club Music)

Echos of October (Techno)

Scarry Potter (Hip Hop, Edits, Vina House, Asian Club Music)

Cypher Park (Live Hip Hop, Pop)

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

[Beijing] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

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[Shanghai] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

Skate of the Art

[Shenzhen] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Master Class at Vera Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

90's Alt-Rock Concert

[Shanghai] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Midweek Disco Escape - Skyline Dome Rooftop

[Shenzhen] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

MEINS Open House

Children's Theatre: There's a Monster in the Show

Echoes of Chopin: David Khrikuli Piano Recital

Women Who Rock! – The Ultimate Female Rock Anthems Concert

the FVL. "Land of Siesta" Tour (Live Experimental Electronic)

Free Flow Summer Nights

Girls Night Out - Ladies Free Drinks Every Thursday at Skyline Dome

[Hangzhou] Racing Mount Pleasant China Tour 2026

Paul Lewis Piano Recital

How to Build (Emo Rap, Live Hip Hop, Club Music)

Echos of October (Techno)

Scarry Potter (Hip Hop, Edits, Vina House, Asian Club Music)

Cypher Park (Live Hip Hop, Pop)

Italo Disco - Shanghai's Italian Rooftop Disco Experience

[Beijing] Temples BLISS 2026 China Tour

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