20 Awesome Upcoming Events in Shanghai

By That's Shanghai, July 11, 2023

Wednesday

Documentary Night – 14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible @ Yak & Yeti

Documentary night at Yak & Yeti. 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible explores Nepal's deep connection to high-altitude mountaineering through the eyes of Nirmal 'Nimsdai' Purja, a fearless, fun-loving Nepali climber on a quest he dubs 'Project Possible' – to summit all 14 of the world's 8,000-meter mountains in just seven months, breaking the previous record of seven years.

It's RMB198 for two hours free flow, and full a la carte menu available.

Wed July 12, 7.30pm.

Yak & Yeti, 97 Xiangyang Lu, by Changle Lu 襄阳路97号, 近长乐路.

Adele & Amy Winehouse @ The Pearl

A night of music from Adele, along with that most soulful of songstresses of recent times, Amy Winehouse.

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Wed July 12, 8pm; RMB150.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Coldplay + The British Invasion @ The Pearl

Celebrate all things British with the music from The Beatles, Eurythmics, Queen, Def Leppard, Oasis, Led Zeppelin, Yes, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Coldplay and more.

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Thu July 13, 8.30pm; RMB120.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路.

Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 & Lady Gaga Tribute Show @ The Pearl

The Pearl’s Tribute series just keeps getting bigger! After sold-out series for Queen, Adele & Ed Sheeran and Linkin Park, The Pearl’s Red Stars band will be getting into the biggest stars of the 2000s: Maroon 5, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga.

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Fri July 14, 6pm doors, 8.30pm; RMB150.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu,by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Friday

Happy Bastille Day @ Lounge by Topgolf

Head on over to Lounge by Topgolf on July 14 to enjoy an Bastille Day special: BOGO on selected whisky by the glass and swing suite gaming rental fee.

Fri July 14, 11.30am-Late.

Lounge by Topgolf, 2/F, Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu 黄陂北路227号中区广场2楼,近南京西路.

Happy Bastille Day @ Cuivre

Mark the storming of the Bastille in style this Friday at Cuivre, with a French feast including sausages, cheese (naturellement!) and a tasty tomahawk, all washed down with some fine wine. That's just RMB999 if you book ahead, and will feed two to three proud citizens of La Republique.

Let them eat cake!

Fri July 14, from 5.30pm; RMB999.

Cuivre, 1502 Huaihai Zhong Lu， by Wulumuqi Lu 淮海中路1502号，近乌鲁木齐路.

Friday

Enchanted Oasis Lounge @ La Barra

Step into Enchanted Oasis Lounge where lush rhythms of the jungle meet the soothing melodies of lounge and chill music.

Sip on handcrafted cocktails expertly mixed by skilled bartenders as you indulge in delectable bites inspired by global flavors.

DJ Kevin will guide you on a journey, seamlessly blending deep house and chilled-out rhythms to serenade your senses.

Scan the QR on the poster above for tickets, or add LaBarraShanghai on WeChat for VIP Table booking.

Fri July 14, 6pm-1am; Free.

La Barra, #110, Bldg 5, Lane 273 Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu 胶州路273弄60号5幢110室，近新闸路.

Friday & Saturday

Crazy Rabbits @ La Suite

Crazy rabbits are taking over La Suite this weekend! Expect a crazy party and, as always, plenty of surprises during the night!

Free entry, drinks and canapes before 11pm, so make sure you arrive on time. RMB100 after 11pm, which includes one drink.

Fri & Sat July 14 & 15, 9.30pm-Late; Free before 11pm, RMB100 after, includes one drink.

La Suite, 1111 Wuding Lu, by Yanping Lu 武定路1111号, 近延平路.

Saturday

Yanran's Sunset Soul @ Cotton's

Yanran is a R&B/neo-soul singer, songwriter and guitarist. Her soulful voice blends both sweetness and deep genuineness. Head along to Cotton's, where you can her music in the beautiful villa garden.

Sat July 15, 5-8pm; Free Entry.

Cotton's Xinhua Lu, 294 Xinhua Lu, by Panyu Lu 新华路294 号, 近番禺路.

RedBox Broadway @ The Pearl

One for all you show tune fans – RedBox Broadway Cabaret dinner theater at The Pearl every other Thursday night, an immersive Cabaret-Broadway-Movie Show Tune Night, with the actual stars from Chinese Broadway shows!

Enjoy a selection of hits, from classics like Phantom of the Opera, Chicago and Singing in the Rain, right up to modern tunes from Hamilton, Lala Land and The Greatest Showman, all performed live and complimented by professional costumes, lighting, direction and choreography to ensure an unforgettable experience.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

Sat July 15, 7.30-9pm; RMB200.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Madonna: Back to the 80s @ The Pearl

Let the Material Girl transport you back to the greatest decade of them all!

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Sat July 15, 9.30pm; RMB150.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路.

Playa Del Sol @ La Barra

Get ready for a mid-summer party like no other, Playa Del Sol – La Barra's tropical oasis turned dance paradise!

Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of urban tropical house music by DJs Kevin, Goga and Roni. Dance the night away surrounded by the perfect blend of tropical-colonial ambiance, chic linens, and lush greenery. This is the party you've been waiting for!

Scan the QR on the poster above for tickets, or add LaBarraShanghai on WeChat for VIP Table booking.

Sat July 15, 10pm-Late; RMB120 presale, includes three drinks; RMB150 on the door, includes one drink.

La Barra, #110, Bldg 5, Lane 273 Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu 胶州路273弄60号5幢110室，近新闸路.

Sunday

Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza @ Cages

This Sunday enjoy your favorite Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizzas at both Cages, Jing'an and Huangpu. They offer the classics - Meat Lover, Vegetarian, Chicken Parmesan - as well as a monthly special.

There is limited availability, and all pies must be pre-ordered, so place your order by scanning the QR above now!

Sun July 16, 10am-Late.

Cages Jing'an, 3/F, Jing'an Sports Center, 428 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu 江宁路428号静安体育中心3楼, 近武定路.

Cages Huangpu, B1, 788 Zhongshan Nan Yi Lu, by Nanbei Gaojia 中山南一路788号B1楼，近南北高架路.

Island Style: Pinoy Pop Up @ Bubba's

Filipino! Filipino! Filipino! It's a Pinoy Pop Up at Bubba's this weekend, with a Philippines style BBQ and drinks specials (all day happy hour!) and live music from Palsboy Honey!

Sun July 16, 12 noon-Late; Free.

Bubba's Food Co., Shankang Li, 808 Shaanxi Bei Lu, Bld 18, #103 陕西北路808号陕康里18幢103室.

Monday

New Quiz Night @ The Blarney Stone

A brand new quiz night kicks off at The Blarney Stone this Monday, with six rounds of fun, shots for each round winner, and a grand prize for the overall winner on the night. Part of a quiz season, there is also an RMB1,000 voucher up for grabs for the ultiamte champions.

It's also happy hour all night, and tacos and wings (5pcs) are just RMB20. So head along at 7pm for some brainiac craic!

Every Mon, from 7pm; Free.

The Blarney Stone, 77 Yongkang Lu, by Xiangyang Lu 永康路77号, 近襄阳路.

Tuesday

We Love Movies Quiz @ El Santo

This weeks' themed quiz at El Santo is a We Love Movies Quiz. Entry is absolutely free, and there will be great prizes on offer.

If all that excitement is not enough for you, it is Taco Tuesday, with tacos – and Corona, and house wine, and frozen margaritas – all just RMB20!

The quiz starts at 7pm and is done by about 9.30pm, so everyone can all be fresh for work the next day.

These ones fill up fast though, so scan the QR on the poster above to reserve a spot.

Tue July 18, 7pm; Free.

El Santo. B/1, Found 158, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号B1层, 近瑞金一路.

The Cotton Club Band @ Shake

Every Tuesday evening, the legendary Cotton Club Band host a night of blues and stories at Shake.

Every Tue, from 9.30pm; Free.

Shake, 3/F, 46 Maoming Nan Lu, by Jinxian Lu 茂名南路46号3楼, 近进贤路.

Looking Ahead

July 19: CICC Networking Dinner @ Senso Italian Restaurant

Part of a series of networking dinners that the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) host monthly in Shanghai to give people a chance to network in a more relaxed and friendly circumstance.

There is no better setting than good food and good wine to accompany conviviality, so CICC hold these dinners at a different Italian restaurant in Shanghai each event.

This time, the Sino-Italian business community in Shanghai will have the chance to gather for a buffet dinner at the lovely terrace of Senso Italian Restaurant, where free flow food and drinks are just RMB330..

Click here for more information and to sign up

Wed July 19, from 6.30pm; RMB330.

Senso Italian Restaurant, 1/F, Lane 161, 1038 Huashan Lu, by Zhaohua Dong Lu 华山路1038弄161号1楼, 近昭化东路.

July 22: The Secret Greek Mansion Party @ BREZZA By Beach House

It's time to bring all the Greek gods of party to Shanghai. Unleash your very own Herculean and Aphrodite spirits because we're going Greeeek!

Step into The Secret Greek Mansion and be transported to a world of myth and mystery. A lavish extravaganza awaits you, filled with opulence and ancient allure as Nova Events & Paramount Events presents The Secret Greek Mansion Party at Brezza by Beach House on July22.

Enter a world of Grecian enchantment; white columns rise to the heavens, framing an open-air courtyard adorned with vibrant bougainvillea. Savor Greek delicacies, dance to traditional music, and bask in the timeless elegance of a Greek-style oasis.

Guests clad in flowing togas and laurel wreaths will revel in the magic of the night, sipping on ambrosia-inspired cocktails. Delight in the flavors of authentic Greek cuisine, dance to lively bouzouki music, and embrace the vibrant atmosphere adorned with olive branches and azure accents. Let the festivities begin. Opa!

For VIP Table booking contact 152 2147 2779.

Sat July 22, 8pm-2am; RMB98-148, includes one drink.

BREZZA By Beach House, 1/F, 758-2 Julu Lu, by Fumin Lu 巨鹿路758-2号1楼, 近富民路.

July 22: Dee Montero w/ After Dark @ The Shanghai EDITION

After a series of epic nights, Space Panda are proud to announce a really special international headliner act as they welcome the Belfast-born house-head Dee Montero back to Shanghai! Releases on Diynamic, All Day I Dream, Anjunadeep and Knee Deep In Sound, Dee returns with the launch of his new concept.

Expect nothing but the best music of Space Panda for the best crowd; dance the night away After Dark, a new series that will continue to bring world-renowned DJs and Producers to China. Join them on the darker side of life and stay connected!

Early Bird RMB128, presale RMB148, door RMB168, includes one drink. For table booking and more info, please contact WeChat ID: Emilboo

Sat July 22, 9pm-Late; RMB128-168, includes one drink.

The Shanghai EDITION, 199 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Jiangxi Zhong Lu 南京东路199号, 近江西中路.