Upcoming Events in Shanghai

2025-07-08

Absolute Bach - Marcel Ponseele and Il Gardellino

Baroque music lovers, take note—renowned oboist Marcel Ponseele teams up with Belgian early music ensemble Il Gardellino for an...

Today @ Jaguar Shanghai Symphony Hall

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2025-07-09

The Pearl Presents: Women Power

Get ready for a rockin’ good time with Women Power, an electrifying tribute concert celebrating iconic women in music, as The...

Jul 9, 26 @ The Pearl

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ALCEST - Les Chants de l’Aurore Tour in Shanghai

New Noise presents the return of French post-black/shoegaze pioneers Alcest to Shanghai this July, their first China show in...

Tomorrow @ VAS ear
UBC IMBA Sample Lecture | Negotiation Consideration & Strategies

On July 9, 2025, from 7pm to 8pm (with check-in starting at 6:30 pm), UBC Sauder will host a compelling IMBA sample lecture led...

Tomorrow @ University of British Columbia (UBC) - Sauder School of Business
Chinese Corner & Quiz Night

Tomorrow @ Koala

2025-07-10

The Pearl Presents Brit-Night

From the pubs of London to the stage at The Pearl, Brit-Night delivers a full-throttle tribute to the UK’s greatest musical...

Jul 10, 17 @ The Pearl

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2025-07-11

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Decode China’s Future: PKU Masterclass on Short-term Policies & Long-term Impact

In the context of deep global economic integration, China’s economy and the world economy remain closely interconnected. On...

Fri, Jul 11, 2025 @ Guanghua School of Management Shanghai Campus
Florent Mothe: Just You and I

Florent Mothe is finally back in Shanghai! The French singer-songwriter and Mozart l'Opéra Rock legend is bringing his soulful...

on Jul 11 and Jul 12, 2025 @ New Bund 31

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[3 Day Trip: Chongqing] Urban Exploration & Wulong Sky Hole Adventure

Dive into Chongqing's fiery urban energy and venture to the surreal landscapes of Wulong, where colossal sinkholes and towering...

Jul 11-13, Aug 8-10 @ Chongqing

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Love: The Sea and the Homeland - Lü Siqing Violin Recital

Violin superstar Lü Siqing—China’s first Paganini Competition gold medalist—teams up with piano phenom Jin Wenbin for Love:...

Fri, Jul 11, 2025 @ AIA Theatre

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[5 Day Trip: Chengdu] Panda Paradise, Mountain Magic & Jiuzhaigou's Blue Miracles

This 5-day adventure takes travelers from Chengdu's panda sanctuaries and spice-filled alleys to the ethereal turquoise lakes...

Refer to description for departure dates @ Chengdu, Sichuan

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Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Neon lights, fist-pumping anthems, and pure 2000s nostalgia—The Pearl’s Red Stars are back, blasting out the decade’s biggest...

on Jul 11 and Jul 12, 2025 @ The Pearl

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Crunch & Crunch Coffee and Bread Festival

Crunch & Crunch Coffee and Bread Festival, organized to celebrate coffee and bread culture, with over 50 local and regional...

From Jul 11 until Jul 13 @ Vanke Center Xuhui

2025-07-12

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...

From Jul 12 until Jul 26 @ Bridge 8

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Summer Splash Pool Party

Shanghai’s hottest summer escape is here—Summer Splash, the city’s biggest outdoor pool party, is back with a bang! Dive into a...

Sat, Jul 12, 2025 @ Radisson Blu Forest Manor Hongqiao

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Herlarious Club Comedy Show

Herlarious Club, hosted by the sharp and sassy Li Ying, is a comedy haven that puts female comedians in the spotlight. With...

Jun 28, Jul 5, 12, 19, 26 @ Soda Comedy Club

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ALTER. Secret Roof - Lights & Shadows

ALTER. takes over the rooftop of Alila Shanghai for an open-air session called Lights & Shadows. The venue—designed by Ju Bin...

Sat, Jul 12, 2025 @ Alila

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Pahud's 20th Anniversary Celebration Concert in Shanghai

Celebrate 20 years of Emmanuel Pahud’s musical journey with Shanghai at this special anniversary concert. Joined by Berlin...

Tue, Jul 22, 2025 @ SHOAC

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[2 Day Trip: Moganshan] Luxe Wilderness Weekend - Kayak & Glamping

Leave the city behind for a luxe weekend in the wild—kayak across still waters, hike through bamboo forests, feast under the...

on Jul 12 and Jul 13, 2025 @ Moganshan, Zhejiang

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Peking Opera Triple Bill: White Snake, Mu Guiying & The White Bone Demon

Three nights, three Peking Opera epics. The White Snake’s mythical romance, Mu Guiying’s warrior defiance, and Three Strikes on...

From Sep 11 until Sep 13 @ Wanping Theater

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[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....

Every Saturday and Sunday at 9am @ Shanghai

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Imagine Dragons & 2000s Pop Tribute Concert

Neon lights, fist-pumping anthems, and pure 2000s nostalgia—The Pearl’s Red Stars are back, blasting out the decade’s biggest...

on Jul 11 and Jul 12, 2025 @ The Pearl

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2025-07-13

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...

Daily except Mon & Tue @ McKinnon Hotel

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Divas Live - Pop Queens Unite

Glitter, high notes, and unapologetic pop dominance—Divas Live is back at The Pearl, serving a night of vocal fireworks and...

Jul 13, 25, 31 @ The Pearl

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The Half

The Half is bringing a wild cabaret-dining hybrid to the Bund, produced with 1862 Fashion Art Center and [Season On Stage]....

Daily except Mon & Tue @ The Half

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Block Party

Yaya’s is hosting a summer block party, June 13 at 2-5pm. The afternoon will be co-hosted by Franklin (Next Bottle, Nono’s), so...

Sun, Jul 13, 2025 @ Yaya's Pasta Bar

2025-07-14

Stage Adaptation: Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away

The stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning Spirited Away brings Hayao Miyazaki’s enchanting tale to life on stage....

From Jul 14 until Aug 10 @ Shanghai Culture Square

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GiggleWorks English Fusion Summer Camp

Magnolia Kindergarten is happy to welcome GiggleWorks to offer a 2025 Summer Camp of four engaging full-time programs tailored...

From Jul 14 until Aug 8 @ Magnolia Kindergarten
SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase

SpicyComedy serves up a night of English stand-up comedy in Shanghai, bringing together some of the sharpest local and...

Daily @ SpicyComedy

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2025-07-15

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The Raveonettes Live in China

After 11 years away, Copenhagen's iconic duo The Raveonettes bring their signature blend of fuzzed-out 50s noir and shoegaze...

Thu, Aug 28, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

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Battles 2025 Tour - Live in Shanghai

In the landscape of contemporary music, few bands traverse stylistic barriers and blur the lines between sound and medium as...

Thu, Sep 4, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

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Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, The Next Generation

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake is making a long-awaited return to Shanghai, bringing back its groundbreaking all-male ensemble that...

From Aug 27 until Aug 31 @ Shanghai Culture Square

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Summer Salt 2025 Tour

Summer Salt's music feels like a perfect summer day—warm, breezy, and full of good feelings. Starting as a small duo, they've...

Tue, Sep 2, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

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Paths to Modernity: Masterpieces from the Musée d'Orsay, Paris

Blockbuster alert. MAP is hosting a major exhibition featuring over 100 original works by Monet, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Gauguin,...

Daily until Oct 12 @ MAP

2025-07-16

Rock of Ages

Rock of Ages…. venturing through 70s, 80s, 90s up to the present hits. The Pearl’s Red Stars rock the audience with hits from...

Jul 16, 30 @ The Pearl

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Celestial Palace Space Adventure - Black Light Theatre

An original black light sci-fi adventure for kids, Celestial Palace Space Adventure - Black Light Theatre follows Xiao Zhi, his...

Sat, Jul 26, 2025 @ West Bund Theatre

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Jiahui Health Acupuncture or Tui Na Massage with 90% Off

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and...

Daily, by appointment @ Jiahui Health

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Painted Nuo Opera Mask - Red

This painted Nuo opera mask is inspired by Nuoxi, a form of traditional Chinese ritual theater and an Intangible Cultural...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

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Traditional Chinese Festival Doll Mask

This traditional "Big-Head Doll" mask is handcrafted using eco-friendly paint, resulting in bold colors and vivid expressions....

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

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Too Hao Mahjong Pillowcase

Unique pattern design. Hand made. Available in three colors. Super smooth satin fabrics.

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ {too hao}

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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...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

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Greetings Shanghai - T-Shirt

Shanghai's home to all manner of real and mythical beasts and creatures, large and small. This original shirt from Smash is a...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

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Flask - Shanghai Good Times

Food-grade stainless steel flask with unique design by too hao, coming with funnel. Available to choose from 2 engraving...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ {too hao}

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Shanghai Cityscape Umbrella

This original artwork captures an imaginative portrayal of Shanghai, showcasing numerous significant landmarks throughout the...

Tue, Dec 31, 2030 @ Hao Me Zi

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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...

Daily @ U Smarty Pants Studio

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GoEast Mandarin Beginner Chinese One-on-One Trial Class

Try a 30-minute one-on-one Beginner Chinese trial class with GoEast Mandarin, a trusted language school in Shanghai since 2012....

Daily @ GoEast Mandarin

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X Show Hangzhou

Dive into the enchanting world of the "X Show" at Hangzhou's X Theater, where storytelling meets cutting-edge technology for an...

Wed-Sun @ X Land of Fantasy (Hangzhou)

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Jiahui Professional Teeth Whitening

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and...

Daily @ Jiahui Health

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Jiahui Health Dental Packages Up to 50% off

Jiahui Health, in close strategic collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is an international-standard medical and...

Daily, by appointment @ Jiahui Health

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Jiahui Health Exclusive Screening Packages - Up to 50% Off and More

Jiahui Health, in collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital, is offering exclusive discounts to SmartShanghai readers...

Daily, by appointment @ Jiahui Health

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SinoUnited Health Checkup Deals - Up to 80% Off

SinoUnited Health is offering exclusive discounts for SmartShanghai readers on a variety of health services. Get a FotoFinder...

Daily @ SinoUnited Health

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50% off First Time Fitness Trial

Try a personalized 1-on-1 fitness training session with Veronika in Xuhui District. This 1.5-hour trial includes a detailed...

Daily until Dec 31 @ Flourish Fitness

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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...

Daily @ Floatasian Float Spa

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Elisabeth - Staged Concert

The legendary German-language musical Elisabeth returns to Shanghai as a concert-style production, blending gorgeous vocals,...

From Jan 14 until Jan 18 @ Shanghai Culture Square

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Elisabeth - Staged Concert

The legendary German-language musical Elisabeth returns to Shanghai as a concert-style production, blending gorgeous vocals,...

From Jan 14 until Jan 18 @ Shanghai Culture Square
The Peony Pavilion - Kunqu Opera

A bold reimagining of Tang Xianzu’s romantic masterpiece, The Peony Pavilion returns to the Shanghai stage this August at...

on Aug 16 and Aug 17, 2025 @ Theatre YOUNG

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Lu Yuanmin: Shanghainese

This exhibition showcases the work of acclaimed Shanghai-born photographer Lu Yuanmin, examining how everyday human experiences...

Daily until Jul 22 @ Fuji X Space
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NewDad Live in Shanghai

Irish shoegaze band NewDad returns to China in 2025 for an expanded tour, bringing their dreamy yet sharp sound to Beijing,...

Thu, Jul 24, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

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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...

Daily until Jul 27 @ Bridge 8

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Ogre You Asshole (OYA) 2025 China Tour

Five years since their last release, Japanese psychedelic pioneers OGRE YOU ASSHOLE (OYA) unveiled their new album Nature and...

Wed, Aug 6, 2025 @ Bandai Namco Shanghai Base

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Silk Mandarin's Chinese Summer Camp 2025

Silk Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp 2025 invites children aged 7-17 for an unforgettable summer filled with immersive Mandarin...

Daily until Aug 8 @ Silk Mandarin (Tongren Lu)
Six the Musical

"Six" is a high-energy pop musical that reimagines the six wives of Henry VIII as a modern-day girl group, each singing her...

Daily until Jul 13 @ Majestic Theatre

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Harry Potter Film Concert Series

The magic of Harry Potter returns to Shanghai with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in concert and The Goblet of Fire....

From Aug 7 until Aug 10 @ New Bund 31

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I.M. PEI: Life is Architecture

Co-organized by PSA and M+, this landmark exhibition is the first comprehensive retrospective of architect I. M. Pei in...

Daily except Mon until Aug 10 @ Power Station of Art
Dance Drama: Wetman | Show in the Rain

Show In the Rain, a dynamic water-dance drama created by acclaimed Russian choreographer Rustam Nadyrshin in 2009, brings a...

From Aug 1 until Aug 17 @ MIFA 1862

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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....

Daily except Mon @ DVA Boutique SPA

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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...

Daily @ Coal Harbour Yacht Club

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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...

Daily except Mon @ Fotografiska

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PURE Complimentary One-Time Trial Free Pass

Premium gym is offering a special one-time free trial for SmartShanghai members, applicable at selected Pure outlets in...

Daily @ PURE Fitness
David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

Experience the world of David Hockney like never before in this large-scale digital exhibition, making its China debut in...

Daily except Mon until Nov 30 @ West Bund Museum
Chen Yifei: A Retrospective on Art and Legacy

Marking what would have been the 80th birthday of one of China’s most celebrated visual artists, Chen Yifei: A Retrospective on...

Daily until Oct 12 @ MAP
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...

Daily @ Jinmao Skywalk

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Mozart the Musical - Staged Concert

After nine long years, the cult-favorite German-language musical MOZART! is making a return to Shanghai—but with a twist. This...

From Nov 27 until Dec 14 @ Shanghai Culture Square

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Free-Flow Sparkling at Terrace 8 by Portman Ritz-Carlton! Book Ahead

Terrace 8 is back for the season with a breezy new menu that leans into Mediterranean-inspired flavors, grill-side indulgence,...

Daily except Mon & Tue @ Terrace 8
Les Misérables 40th Anniversary Concert

The legendary musical Les Misérables returns to Shanghai for the first time in 23 years with its 40th Anniversary Concert, a...

From Nov 4 until Dec 28 @ Grand Theatre

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Shanghai Oktoberfest 2025

GermanEvents is back with their number-one Shanghai Oktoberfest! The Oktoberfest will take place within a huge festival tent in...

From Oct 16 until Oct 18 @ Holiday Inn (Pudong)

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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...

Daily @ BuddyDog Training & Boarding

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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...

Daily @ TSK Dental

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Muerta de Amor - Compañía Manuel Liñán

Flamenco like you've never seen before—Spanish National Dance Award-winner Manuel Liñán brings his all-male flamenco troupe...

on Sep 26 and Sep 27, 2025 @ International Dance Center

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Alvaro Siza: The Archive

This is the largest retrospective to date in Asia of the legendary Portuguese architect and Pritzker Prize laureate....

Daily except Mon until Sep 7 @ Power Station of Art
50% Off American HydraFacial Skincare

HydraFacial, the luxurious non-invasive skincare treatment loved by stars worldwide, has arrived in Shanghai! Available in over...

Daily @ JSquared

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Falstaff - Opera

Verdi’s final opera Falstaff, is back at the Shanghai Grand Theatre to kick off the 2025–2026 season. This one’s a...

From Sep 5 until Sep 7 @ Grand Theatre

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Tempalay 2025 China Tour

As this cult-favorite Tokyo quartet celebrates their decade-long journey with a triumphant Budokan performance, their influence...

Tue, Sep 9, 2025 @ Modern Sky Lab

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The Divine Comedy Musical

Dante’s The Divine Comedy gets the full musical treatment in this original Italian-language production that’s been touring...

From Sep 11 until Sep 14 @ Grand Theatre

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Ibérica de Danza Presents: Carmen

The renowned Ibérica de Danza presents its explosive Flamenco interpretation of Carmen, transforming Bizet’s timeless opera...

Sun, Sep 21, 2025 @ SHOAC

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ERA2 - Spirit Of Shanghai

Era 2 – Spirit of Shanghai returns with a brand-new season, featuring an entirely fresh storyline and updated scenes. The...

Daily except Mon @ Shanghai Circus World

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Piano & Guzheng Candlelight Concert: Classics from Film, Television, and Chinese Elegance

Experience the harmonious blend of piano and guzheng in this extraordinary concert where Western classical and Eastern...

Daily until Jul 27 @ Bridge 8

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2025 CEIBS Pre-MBA Summer Boot Camp

The 2025 CEIBS Pre-MBA Summer Boot Camp in Shanghai is a week-long program (July 4–9) for undergraduates, postgraduates, and...

Daily until Jul 9 @ CEIBS
Piano & Ballet Candlelight Concert: Twilight, Game of Thrones, Castle in the Sky

Experience the harmony of music and dance in this unique piano and ballet performance. With a carefully curated program of...

Daily until Jul 26 @ Bridge 8

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YSK Teens Summer Camp

Led by a team of experienced professionals with over a decade of expertise, this all-in-one, three-stage training program is...

Weekdays @ Yoseikan Cross Training

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Britney Spears and 2000s Divas

Experience a blast from the past with The Pearl's Red Stars as they pay homage to the unforgettable era of 2000s pop music,...

Daily until Jul 24 @ The Pearl

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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...

Jul 2, 23 @ The Pearl

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Show Girls & Women Power Double Feature

Celebrate Girl Power with a double-header at The Pearl! Start with the dazzling Show Girls Cabaret from 7-9 PM, then rock out...

Sat, Jul 26, 2025 @ The Pearl

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Super Johnny - French Magic Family Experience Show

French magician Super Johnny is back in Shanghai with a magic show tailor-made for families. Expect a mix of classic tricks,...

Sun, Jul 20, 2025 @ Jaguar Shanghai Symphony Hall

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Queen Tribute Concert

Queen! Men! Myths! Legends! Mixing stadium rock, metal, glam, and Freddie Mercury's operatic vocals, Queen exploded into the...

on Jul 18 and Jul 19, 2025 @ The Pearl

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Asian Pop Night Summer Party on the Bund

The party takes place on the terrace of RIVIERA Songhelou, with sweeping views of the Bund and Lujiazui skyline. A DJ set spins...

Fri, Jul 18, 2025 @ Riviera Songhelou

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