Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2026-09-13

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Belgian Beer Garden Third Edition

This September, the Belgian Beer Garden @ PAC Mall returns to Jing’an for its third and biggest edition yet, running over two weekends on September 4–6 and September 11–13, 2026. Entry is free,...

Sep 11-13 @ Park Avenue Central (PAC)

From ¥ 60

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,...

Sep 13, 16 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

All Nations Pay Homage — Xuyan Immersive Dining

Xuyan presents an immersive Tang Dynasty banquet themed “All Nations Pay Homage,” where guests step into a living cultural world combining dining, live performances, interactive experiences, and a...

Daily except Tue @ Xu Yan (Wenshui Lu)

From ¥ 198

Dance Out of the Box Festival: Du Bout Des Doigts

Du Bout Des Doigts is a fingertip dance performance created and performed by Belgian artists Gabriella Iacono and Grégory Grosjean. Through miniature scenes, live camera projection, and delicate...

Daily until Sep 13 @ International Dance Center

From ¥ 180

[Family Show] The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

Today @ The Pearl

From ¥ 60

New Writing Supermarket: 2m² "Children's Palace"

From September 11 to 13, the New Writing Supermarket takes over Plaza 889 in Jing'an District, turning it into a "Youth Palace" where the ground floor becomes a playground for grown-up kids, while...

Daily until Sep 13 @ 889 GLO

Sunday Listening: A Classic Night of 4AD

DJ Katweasel (Vinyl set) and Velvet Robot, two audiophiles share gems from their years-long 4AD collections. "Sit, recline, or dance — the cozy hall is yours." Cedar Land has a nice soundsystem;...

Today @ Cedar Land

HD Screening: Top Hat The Musical

Based on the classic 1935 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat brings the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age to the stage with lavish sets, elegant costumes, witty comedy and...

Sep 4, 13 @ Wanping Theater

From ¥ 168

[0.5 Day Trip: Shanghai] Breakfast and Dessert Journey Through Iconic Landmarks Private Tour

Start the day by exploring the authentic flavors of Shanghai on a guided breakfast tour through iconic spots. From time-honored breakfast dishes to indulgent desserts, this exclusive tour offers a...

Choose your own date @ Shanghai

From ¥ 459

Volunteer English-Teaching to Under-served Children in Shanghai (October-December, 2026)

Stepping Stones Shanghai is looking for volunteers to teach English to underserved children in Shanghai, including children from migrant families. The English Teaching (SET) Program provides weekly...

Today @ Stepping Stones

Live Jazz Band at Brunch Time

Easy-listening jazz with trumpet, piano, bass, and vocals from 12:30-2:30pm.

Today @ Abbey Road

Dialogs Chess Club

Dialogs is hosting another chess club event on September 13, inviting players of all levels for an afternoon of casual games and conversations. Set in a historic building by Suzhou Creek next to...

Today @ Dialogs

Fathom Weekend Brunch

FATHOM has launched a new weekend brunch served every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm, with terrace seating overlooking the Bund. Known for its seafood-focused menu and extensive champagne and...

Every Sat, Sun until Sep 27 @ FATHOM Seafood Restaurant

2026-09-14

Tiger Cubs - Free & Fun For Early Years Classes

NAIS Pudong invites families with children aged 0–3 to its free weekly Tiger Cubs mornings, featuring play-based activities designed to support language and gross motor skills. Sessions run every...

Every Monday & Thursday @ Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong (NAIS Pudong)

2026-09-15

Dental Care Without the Insurance Circus: Parkway’s Flat-Fee Membership Plans

Parkway’s “Smiles and More” dental membership is basically a no-nonsense alternative to traditional insurance: a fixed annual fee (from 3,800rmb) gets you essential care like cleanings, exams,...

Daily @ Parkway

From ¥ 3,800

Dance Out of the Box Festival: After All

After All is a solo dance theatre work created and performed by Solène Weinachter, combining dance, comedy, storytelling, and theatre. Through the idea of a memorial ceremony, the performance...

on Sep 15 and Sep 16, 2026 @ Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre

From ¥ 180

ACT Shanghai Contemporary Theatre Festival 2026: Nevenka

Nevenka is a documentary theatre production by Spain’s Histrión Teatro, revisiting the landmark 2001 sexual harassment case involving Nevenka Fernández, the first woman in Spain to successfully sue...

on Sep 15 and Sep 16, 2026 @ Jasmine Theater

From ¥ 120

lacuna w/Sam Tbd (Deep techno and house)

One of Shanghai's favorite DJs, Sam Tbd (fka Mau Mau), brings back his lacuna party, which is an early night deeper house and techno music Tuesday dance party from 8pm-12am sharp, with...

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 @ Heim

Goldfish Theatre - Millennium Oriental Goldfish immersive Art Exhibition

Goldfish Theatre is an immersive art exhibition at BFC that brings together Chinese goldfish culture, live goldfish, digital projections and immersive installations. Across 10 themed spaces,...

Daily @ BFC

From ¥ 49

Wellington College Open Days

Wellington, another old, and illustrious name in the world of education is also hosting open days, which can be attended either in-person, or virtually (for those of you who haven't yet arrived in...

Primary: Sep 15 & 22, Secondary: Sep 9 & 16, Early Years: Sep 17 @ Wellington College International Shanghai

YCIS Shanghai Little Yew Yew Explorers

YCIS invites children aged 0–3 to its free Little Yew Yew Explorers sessions, featuring bilingual storytime, sensory play, music and movement, creative art and outdoor exploration. Sessions run...

Every Wednesday on Puxi campus, every Tuesdays on Pudong Campus @ Yew Chung International School Of Shanghai (YCIS) and 2 more venues

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Upcoming Events in Shanghai

Belgian Beer Garden Third Edition

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

All Nations Pay Homage — Xuyan Immersive Dining

Dance Out of the Box Festival: Du Bout Des Doigts

[Family Show] The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

New Writing Supermarket: 2m² "Children's Palace"

Sunday Listening: A Classic Night of 4AD

HD Screening: Top Hat The Musical

[0.5 Day Trip: Shanghai] Breakfast and Dessert Journey Through Iconic Landmarks Private Tour

Volunteer English-Teaching to Under-served Children in Shanghai (October-December, 2026)

Live Jazz Band at Brunch Time

Dialogs Chess Club

Fathom Weekend Brunch

Tiger Cubs - Free & Fun For Early Years Classes

Dental Care Without the Insurance Circus: Parkway’s Flat-Fee Membership Plans

Dance Out of the Box Festival: After All

ACT Shanghai Contemporary Theatre Festival 2026: Nevenka

lacuna w/Sam Tbd (Deep techno and house)

Goldfish Theatre - Millennium Oriental Goldfish immersive Art Exhibition

Wellington College Open Days

YCIS Shanghai Little Yew Yew Explorers

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Belgian Beer Garden Third Edition

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

All Nations Pay Homage — Xuyan Immersive Dining

Dance Out of the Box Festival: Du Bout Des Doigts

[Family Show] The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

New Writing Supermarket: 2m² "Children's Palace"

Sunday Listening: A Classic Night of 4AD

HD Screening: Top Hat The Musical

[0.5 Day Trip: Shanghai] Breakfast and Dessert Journey Through Iconic Landmarks Private Tour

Volunteer English-Teaching to Under-served Children in Shanghai (October-December, 2026)

Live Jazz Band at Brunch Time

Dialogs Chess Club

Fathom Weekend Brunch

Tiger Cubs - Free & Fun For Early Years Classes

Dental Care Without the Insurance Circus: Parkway’s Flat-Fee Membership Plans

Dance Out of the Box Festival: After All

ACT Shanghai Contemporary Theatre Festival 2026: Nevenka

lacuna w/Sam Tbd (Deep techno and house)

Goldfish Theatre - Millennium Oriental Goldfish immersive Art Exhibition

Wellington College Open Days

YCIS Shanghai Little Yew Yew Explorers

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