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2025-12-21
Winter Fairytale – A Magical Family Show

Winter Fairytale – A Magical Family Show

Winter Fairytale is a magical family show where aerial arts, dance, and theater bring winter legends to life. Created by ARTE Aerial Arts, the show follows young performers as they transform into...
Today @ The Pearl
From ¥ 60
2025-12-24
Shanghai Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Shanghai Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Shanghai Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns this Christmas season — a spellbinding production that reimagines Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic through a dazzling mix of Victorian fantasy, Chinese flair,...
From Dec 24 until Dec 27 @ International Dance Center
From ¥ 80
2025-12-25
The Pearl's Festive Feast and Christmas Show

The Pearl's Festive Feast and Christmas Show

Looking for a place to celebrate Christmas? The Pearl is pulling out all the stops this year with two nights of feasting, music, and full-on festive cheer. Hosted by the always-iconic Cocosanti,...
on Dec 24 and Dec 25, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 199
2025-12-26
Santa's Hangover - Boxing Day Rock Night

Santa's Hangover - Boxing Day Rock Night

Christmas is done, but The Pearl isn’t slowing down — Santa’s Hangover is back to blast Boxing Day into chaos. The Red Stars tear through Linkin Park, Ozzy, Green Day, and more rock heavyweights...
Fri, Dec 26, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 120
2025-12-27
2026 New Year Symphony Concert by the Orchestre Philharmonique Parisien

2026 New Year Symphony Concert by the Orchestre Philharmonique Parisien

The Orchestre Philharmonique Parisien brings the grandeur of French music to Shanghai with a New Year’s concert celebrating timeless classics and the spirit of renewal. Composed of elite musicians...
Sat, Dec 27, 2025 @ SHOAC
From ¥ 100
Russian New Year’s Eve: The Pearl Edition

Russian New Year’s Eve: The Pearl Edition

The Pearl is doing something different for New Year’s this time—an all-out Russian-style celebration. The Red Stars are performing a mix of Russian favorites and Western party tracks, with aerial...
Sat, Dec 27, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 188
2025-12-28
Jazz Christmas Concert Feat. Elio Villafranca Quartet

Jazz Christmas Concert Feat. Elio Villafranca Quartet

This one’s for jazz lovers looking to end the year on a high note. Lincoln Center Shanghai is bringing in Grammy-nominated pianist Elio Villafranca and his all-star quartet for a holiday run filled...
From Dec 24 until Dec 28 @ Jazz at Lincoln Center
From ¥ 280
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The State Opera of Tatarstan: Swan Lake

The State Opera of Tatarstan: Swan Lake

Ring in the New Year with a timeless classic! The renowned State Opera of Tatarstan presents Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake" with a full live orchestra. This isn't just any version; it's the new...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ SHOAC
From ¥ 180
Spago Shanghai New Year's Eve Party

Spago Shanghai New Year's Eve Party

Spago Shanghai invites guests to welcome the New Year from above at The St. Regis on the Bund. With panoramic views of the Bund and the Oriental Pearl, the city’s most iconic skyline sets the stage...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ Spago
From ¥ 888
The DOME Countdown – NYE 2026

The DOME Countdown – NYE 2026

As 2026 approaches, Dome Modern Japanese & Lounge is ready to kick off its NYE countdown party! It’s a dual NYE experience combining a premium Japanese dinner and a trendy lounge party – paired...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ The Dome
From ¥ 258
2026 Shanghai New Year Concert by the Milan Symphony Orchestra

2026 Shanghai New Year Concert by the Milan Symphony Orchestra

Ring in the New Year with a grand classical celebration as the Milan Symphony Orchestra comes to Shanghai. Conducted by Eliseo Castriñanò and joined by acclaimed tenor Domingo Stasilo and...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ Grand Theatre
From ¥ 80
2026 Shanghai Concert Hall New Year's Concert

2026 Shanghai Concert Hall New Year's Concert

Vienna comes to Shanghai this winter with the world-renowned Vienna Johann Strauss Orchestra, performing a dazzling New Year’s Concert under the baton of Austrian conductor Johannes Wildner. Expect...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ Shanghai Concert Hall
From ¥ 180
Shanghai New Year’s Concert 2026

Shanghai New Year’s Concert 2026

Ring in 2026 with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra at their New Year’s Concert! Conductor Long Yu leads a star-studded lineup, featuring soprano Dai Ziyi, pianist Serena Wang, violinist Chloe Chua,...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ Jaguar Shanghai Symphony Hall
From ¥ 380
The Nutcracker by Septura Brass Ensemble

The Nutcracker by Septura Brass Ensemble

The Nutcracker, performed by the Septura Brass Ensemble, is a unique brass and percussion interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s ballet, released by Naxos Records in 2019. Narration by British actor Derek...
on Dec 31 and Jan 1, 2026 @ Theatre YOUNG
From ¥ 180
St. Petersburg Classical Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake

St. Petersburg Classical Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake

Ring in the New Year with one of the world’s most beloved ballets. The St. Petersburg Classical Ballet Theatre brings Swan Lake to Shanghai on December 30, featuring principal dancers Ivan Oskorbin...
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 @ Center Theatre
From ¥ 180

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