49 Awesome Upcoming Events in Shanghai

By That's Shanghai, October 16, 2024

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Featured Events

That's Shanghai Halloween Party @ Cages Jing'an

Spooky music. Spine-chilling decor. Creepy drinks. And awesome prizes on offer for the best dressed. It’s that time of the year for ghoulish get-ups, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Once again, That’s Shanghai is hosting a hell of a bash, as we join forces with Cages on Saturday, October 26.

Expect old school hip hop and classic tunes from throughout the decades, from the 80s all the way to 2020s. In previous years, hundreds of people rocked up in full costume, dancing on tables well into the wee hours of the morning. 

Presale tickets are RMB150 until October 20, after which tickets will be RMB200 – so buy now to avoid disappointment!

Get yours now by scanning the QR on the poster below.

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Sat Oct 26, 9pm until hell freezes over

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


Halloween Latino @ Azul SKL

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Looking for a Halloween party full of family fun, with a side of Latin flair? Well look no further – Azul SKL has you covered. 

And in keeping with an Azul fiesta, it all kicks off from 11am and runs to midnight – making for a morning, afternoon and evening to remember!

Head along and enjoy...

  • DJs Naz, White, Migz & Papa

  • Outdoor BBQ

  • Taco Stations

  • Spooky Desserts

  • Bouncy Castle

  • Halloween Face Painting & Costumes

  • A Whole Load More Entertainment for Young & Old!

Tickets are just RMB100, which gets you five RMB20 food and drink tickets.

Better still, get yours through T+ ahead of time and enjoy the discount price of RMB90.

It's gonna be a great day out for all the family!

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:

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Sun Oct 27, 11am-Late; RMB90 Presale, RMB100 Door

Azul SKL, Building 6, Shankang Li, 808 Shanxi Bei Lu 陕西北路810号陕康里1楼中庭广场


Wednesday

West Shanghai University Fair @ Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi 

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Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi are proud to announce that they will be the venue for the upcoming West Shanghai University Fair.

Open to all students; this will be an exciting event that offers families a platform to meet with over 140 Admission representatives from some of the world's leading universities, discover academic opportunities, and explore potential pathways in higher education.

This is a valuable opportunity for families to gain insights into higher education. Scan the QR code on the poster above to register now.

Wed, Oct 16, 5-6.30pm

Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi, 2000 Qianpujing Lu, by Shuguang Lu, Minhang District 茜浦泾路2000号, 近曙光路


Home Cook: Jonny's Kimchi Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup @ RIINK

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RIINK wants to bring a taste of home to you. Each week, they feature an affordable, unique, and delicious home-style meal created by their talented team or a friend.

As the weather cools down, warm up with Jonny's Kimchi Grilled Cheese and creamy Tomato Soup. A bold twist on comfort food!

Savor the crispy sourdough bread, tangy kimchi, and a blend of gooey white cheddar and gouda cheese grilled to golden perfection. Also serving seasonal cookies! 

Whether you're dining with loved ones or flying solo, you're invited to RIINK's cozy communal table. Don’t miss this unique culinary experience!

Wed Oct 16, from 6pm

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室


Wing Wednesdays @ BNC

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BNC are excited to launch their Wing Wednesdays Deal!

From 7-9pm eat as many wings as you want for just RMB88. Thick, juicy wings in three different flavors (Naked, BBQ or Buffalo) sent to you six at a time until your stomach taps out. 

This first soft launch, a reservation is required; add the BNC account by scanning the QR code on the poster above.

It's going to be a cluckin' good time!

Wed, Oct 16, 7-9pm; RMB88

BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路


Music of the Beatles @ Abbey Road

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Back at Abbey Road after a short hiatus, the music of the Fab Four, those lovable mop tops from Liverpool, as performed by Paul Tkachenko.

READ MORE: Paul Tkachenko – Wellington College Shanghai's Musical Wizard

Wed Oct 16, 7.30-9.30pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路


Wednesday-Saturday

La Rouge @ The Pearl

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The Pearl have reworked their most successful dinner theater show, creating a new twist to the story of the Moulin Rouge. La Rouge will feel similar, yet different and fresh.

Think glitz, glamour, and cabaret – more immersive, and more Parisienne in style.

The audience will be transported to a land of seductive pleasures and wild parties, where burlesque and vaudeville thrive, and our deepest desires live.

In this retelling of the infamous Parisian Cabaret Club, you will experience a true taste of freedom, beauty, truth, and love.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Wed-Sat Oct 16-19 & 23-26, 7-9pm; RMB200

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


Thursday

Oktoberfest @ Holiday Inn

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GermanEvents is back with their number-one Shanghai Oktoberfest!

The Oktoberfest will take place within a huge festival tent in true Bavarian style, with Bavarian food by Zeitgeist and imported Paulaner beer from Munich.

Each table booking includes a free flow of imported Paulaner beer (Lager & Wheat Beer), soft drinks as well as a delicious three-course Bavarian sharing dinner, served to you by their famous restaurant partner Zeitgeist!

There will be original German band, Sakrisch Guat, directly from Germany, bringing you the hottest Oktoberfest hits to dance to!

It’s time to raise your glasses and join the real Munich Oktoberfest experience in Shanghai. Prost!

For table please contact David@german.events, call +86 139 1755 1532 or scan the QR code above.

READ MORE: 5 Reasons to Attend Shanghai Oktoberfest!

Thu Oct 17 & 24, 5-10pm; RMB3600-5200 (8 people)

Holiday Inn, 899 Dongfang Lu, by Century Avenue, Pudong District 假日酒店浦东, 东方路899号,近世纪大道


Green Day Post Punk @ The Pearl

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The Pearl's Red Stars house band perform all Green Day's greatest hits, as well as the best from Offspring, Blink-182, Sum 41, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more!

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Thu Oct 17, 9.30pm; RMB100

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


Friday

Italian Tasting Semi-Buffet @ Acqua 

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An authentic Italian feast and vibrant gathering at Acqua Italian Restaurant. Immerse yourself in authentic Italian favours with an autumn feast.

Savour a delightful semi-buffet of fresh Mediterranean flavours, including vegetables, Italian cold cuts, cheese, ham, mixed salad and luxurious oysters and caviar.

Enjoy live cooking stations with Penne in Tomato and Basil Sauce, as long as Caesar Salad, Chicken Breast with Cream Mushroom and Acqua’s Signature Homemade Pizza.

Relish the delicate Miso Halibut and end with a classic Italian tiramisu. Revel in the vibrant atmosphere including the open kitchen.

Fri Oct 18, 6-9.30pm; RMB308

Acqua, Floor 30, Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai, 1288 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongyuan Lu, Pudong District 陆家嘴环路1288, 东园路


ShangHorrorFest Part 5 @ Yuyintang Park

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Shanghai’s horror-themed art event has been resurrected from the dead… ShangHorrorFest Part 5!

Expect morbid music, freaky visual art, and independent horror short films, all from China-based musicians, artists, and filmmakers.

Fri Oct 18, 8pm; RMB80-150

Yuyintang Park, B1, 1398 Yuyuan Lu, by Dingxi Lu 愚园路1398号B1层, 近定西路


The Beatles + The British Invasion @ The Pearl

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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.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Fri Oct 18, 9.30pm; RMB100

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


Friday & Saturday

Creepy Diner Disco @ RIINK

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Head along to RIINK the Disco Diner this mid-October for an eerie fall party!

Immerse yourself in a creepy diner atmosphere, alive with retro vibes and vibrant 80s flair. Glide across the rink as the DJ spins hauntingly nostalgic 80s hits.

Savor delicious diner fare and drinks. Feel the supernatural energy as you dance and skate with friends. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the season in style... if you dare!

Send message on RIINK WeChat with secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!

READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That's Shanghai Readers!

Fri & Sat Oct 18 & 19, from 7pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室


Fifty Shades of Grey @ La Suite

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This weekend, La Suite presents the sexy atmosphere of Fifty Shades of Grey!

Release inner passion, feel the charm and irresistible attraction, have a night of fun together!

Fri & Sat Oct 18 & 19, 9.30pm-Late; Free entry, drinks and canapes before 11pm, RMB100 after, includes one drink

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

For all La Suite events this week click here


Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Halloween Beer Festival @ Laowaijie

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Head to Laowaijie from Friday to Sunday for a spooktacular Halloween Beer Festival!

Enjoy craft beers, Halloween-themed brews, delicious seasonal treats, and live eerie music in a vibrant, festive atmosphere.

With a wide range of booths offering local and international craft beers, there’s something for every taste!

Get in the Halloween spirit with thrilling games, international DJ beats, and spooky fun. Costumes are highly encouraged for a fully immersive experience, and you'll have chances to win exciting prizes. 

Whether you're here for the beers or the atmosphere, this event is not to be missed!

Fri Oct 18, 6-10pm, Sat & Sun Oct 19 & 20, 2-10pm; Free Entry

Laowaijie, 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu, Minhang District 虹梅路3338, 近延安西路


Celebrating M on the Bund @ Central Studios

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Head along to Central Studios this weekend for a popup shop of M memorabilia (if you know, you know), including, tableware, art and furniture, as well as a sneak peek at the upcoming award winning documentary M On The Bund.

Fri-Sun, Oct 19-21, 11am-6pm; Free Entry

Central Studios, SOHO Liyuan, Building A5, 501 Liyuan Lu, by Jumen Lu, Huangpu District 丽园路501号, 近局门路


Saturday

ALLSTAR Boxing Fight Night @ C·PARK Haisu

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The most exciting boxing party in Shanghai, featuring 24 bouts ranging from beginners to experiencd amateurs, to ex WBC Champions. There will also be a DJ, lucky draw, refreshments and beer!

Scan the QR code on the poster above to get your tickets now.

Sat Oct 19, 2.30-8.30pm; RMB128-500, includes one drink 

C·PARK Haisu, 618 Zhaohua Lu Changning District 昭化路618号 


Season Closing Rooftop Festival @ Bellagio by MGM Shanghai

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Get ready for the grand finale of rooftop season, as Space Panda hosts their last rooftop festival of the year at Bellagio, end the season with a bang!

As the sun bathes the city in a golden glow, join at the iconic rooftop for a day of pulsating beats and captivating performances. 

Boasting two stages offering distinct experiences by 12 DJs. Indulge in a day of music, dance, and good vibes while savoring delicious cocktails and soaking in the stunning views.

This is a perfect way to bid farewell to the outdoor season and form enduring memories with old and new friends. 

For table booking and more info, please contact WeChat ID: Emilboo

Sat Oct 19, 3-10pm; Early Bird RMB128, Presale RMB158, Door RMB188, includes on drink

Bellagio Shanghai, 188 Beisuzhou Lu, by Zhapu Lu, Hongkou District 苏州路188, 近乍浦路


Velvet Horizon Rooftop + Indoor Soiree @ The Peninsula Shanghai

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Experience the ultimate luxury with Velvet Horizon, a day-to-night event at Shanghai’s most iconic hotel on the Bund – The Peninsula.

Begin your evening on the stunning rooftop from 5-10pm, where panoramic skyline views set the stage for an unforgettable sunset party.

With seven DJs spinning on two stages, the vibe will be nothing short of electrifying as the city transforms beneath you.

As the night deepens, the celebration continues indoors at the hotel’s renowned second-floor bar, which will be elegantly transformed into a sophisticated soirée, complete with top-tier production and ambiance. 

This luxurious setting will immerse you in elegance and energy, offering the perfect balance of glamour and rhythm.

Don't miss the special guest appearance by Tell Camilla, a world-famous bartender who will dazzle guests with an exclusive bartending show, elevating the night to new heights.

Velvet Horizon promises to be Shanghai’s premier party event, where style, luxury, and music unite for an unforgettable night.

For VIP table bookings contact 152 2147 2779

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Sat Oct 19, 5pm-1am; RMB148-188

The Peninsula Shanghai, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu, Huangpu District 中山东一路32号, 近北京东路


Alec Haavik and the Jive Lizards – Jazz Under the Stars @ Cotton's

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Alec Haavik and the Jive Lizards brings you a new vision of classic swing music, in a streamlined yet sonically abundant trio.

They will enthrall you with their fresh interpretations of little-known gems of the swing era.

The group features the multi-talented Tony Bott on piano and vocals, Mike Hicks on double bass and vocals, and – of course – Alec Haavik at the front, on tenor saxophone and vocals.

Sat Oct 19, 6-9pm; Free Entry

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


80s Music Party @ Abbey Road

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An 80s Music Party at Abbey Road with guest DJ Paul James. Dress in 80s clothes and get three drinks for just RMB100 all night long.

Sat Oct 19, from 8pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路


Pearl Bizkit – A Tribute to Limp Bizkit @ The Pearl

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Get ready to rock! The Pearl is bringing the house down with Pearl Bizkit – a high-energy tribute concert dedicated to the Giants of Nu Metal, Limp Bizkit.

Featuring the electrifying Red Stars Band, this night will take you back to the peak of the early 2000s, delivering all the hits you know and love.

And that's not all! Expect a power-packed performance including other Nu Metal anthems from legends like Linkin Park, Soad, Disturbed and more.

Don’t miss out on this ultimate throwback experience. Grab your friends, put on your baggy jeans, and let’s party like it’s 2001!

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Sat Oct 19, 9.30pm; RMB100

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


Saturday & Sunday

Major League Baseball @ Cages

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Cages Jing'an will be opening early this weekend so you can catch the Major League Baseball semifinals. 

Could we see a New York v Los Angeles World Series? And Shohei Ohtani appearing for the first time? Head along to find out.

Sat & Sun Oct 19 & 20, from 8.08am; Free Entry

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


Maker Faire Shanghai @ Yuanmingyuan Lu on the Bund

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Maker Faire Shanghai kicks off this weekend at Yuanmingyuan Lu at the Bund. Over 40+ exhibitors showcasing hands-on workshops, interactive exhibits, WOW installations, performances, and so much more!

Don’t miss out – grab your pre-sale tickets now!

Sat & Sun, Oct 19 & 20; RMB80-110

Yuanmingyuan Lu, between Beijing Dong Lu and Nan Suzhou Lu, Huangpu District 圆明园路, 北京东路和苏州南路中间


Juicy Burger Festival @ Bund Finance Center

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Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Shanghai Juicy Burger Fest on October 19 and 20 at the iconic Bund Finance Center.

Dive into a world where East meets West around the juiciest burgers you've ever seen. Join fellow expats and locals alike to savor the city's best burgers and make unforgettable memories.

This year, entry is FREE, so there's no excuse to miss out on the burger event of the fall!

Sat & Sun Oct 19 & 20, 10am-10pm; Free Entry

The Bund Finance Center, 600 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Renmin Lu, Huangpu District 中山东二路600号, 近人民路


Look at Them! @ Shanghai Hongqiao Art Center

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Wen Xiaochao Physical Theatre’s first physical theater work, Look at Them!

The work is directed by Wen Xiaochao, an award-winning choreographer, who focuses on the creation and exploration of physical theater.

In terms of performance, the work departs from traditional dance choreography. Utilizing physical theater, multimedia images, on-site installations, and various diverse stage techniques, it vividly portrays the inner world of people in today’s society.

It delves into themes of loneliness, dreams, love, friendship, and internal conflict, examining these aspects from multiple levels to explore the question of 'how to be who we are.'

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Sat & Sun Oct 19 & 20, 7.30pm; RMB180-374

Shanghai Hongqiao Performing Arts Center, 888 Tianshan Lu, by Loushanguan Lu, Changning District 天山路888近娄山关路


Sunday

Harvest Festival @ Concordia

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The Concordia Harvest Festival is open to all and will include a mix of fun and interactive experiences, live music, and a variety of delicious food options.

Highlights will include live musical performances, innovative robotics and drone demonstrations, and a showcase of service projects that reflect Concordia’s spirit of giving and collaboration.

It will be a day of celebration and gratitude, honoring the many blessings within this vibrant community. Be part of a day dedicated to growing community and harvesting joy.

Sun Oct 20, 11am-4pm; Free Entry

Concordia International School Shanghai, 345 Huangyang Lu, by Mingyue Lu, Pudong District 黄杨路345号, 近明月路


Deep Dish Pizza @ Cages

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Deep Dish is back at both Cages venues this Sunday to satisfy your pizza cravings!

Head along to enjoy the classic flavors on offer: Meat Lover, Vegetarian, and Chicken Parmesan, plus Pepperoni Madness.

And don’t miss this month's special: Mushroom & Sausage.

Sun Oct 2011am until they sell out

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788B1楼,近南北高架路


Apiary Open Day @ Urban Beekeeping Shanghai

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Urban Beekeeping Shanghai's apiary tours offer truly 'hands-on' experiences. The aim is for guests to fully immerse themselves in the intricate and balanced world of a honeybee colony's social life.

Each tour begins with a concise introduction, especially emphasizing how to read a beehive frame, meaning participants learn to identify various elements on a frame, which they'll extract themselves from one of the hives, with guidance from the beekeepers.

Worried about getting stung? They ensure everyone is well-prepared before this inspection, providing thorough training on using personal protective gear and approaching hives safely, and managing bee stings – and the bees are so docile that they didn't record a single sting among over 400 guests to date.

READ MORE: Meet the Urban Beekeeper Making a Buzz in Shanghai

Sun Oct 20, 1.30-4.15pm; RMB388 one person, RMB699 parent + child

Urban Beekeeping Shanghai, 200 Lianyue Xi Lu 上海市闵行区联跃西路200


Adele & Ed Sheeran @ The Pearl

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A night of music from that most soulful of songstresses of recent times, Adele, along with her fellow Brit and songwriter supreme, Ed Sheeran.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Sun Oct 20, 8pm; RMB150

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


Tuesday

We Love Music Quiz @ El Santo

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This week's themed quiz at El Santo is We Love Music.

Entry is absolutely free and – as always – 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!

Scan the QR on the poster above to reserve a spot.

Tue Oct 22, 7.30pm; Free Entry

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


Stranger Things Trivia @ RIINK

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It’s time! This week's trivia is all about Stranger Things at Stranger RIINK!

Bring your friends, form a team, food & drinks serving till late, participants enjoy happy hour all night long and are encouraged to dress up!

Tue Oct 22, 8-10pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室


Ongoing

¥888 Dinner for 2 @ Morton's Grille

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Get on over to Morton's Grille from now until the end of the month and take advantage of the above incrediable deal on an amazing dinner for two.

Oct 15-31; RMB888

Morton's Grille, Raffles City Changning, Bldg H4, 1195 Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu, Changning District 长宁路1195号长宁来福士4号古建, 近凯旋路


T+ Ticketing

Festivals & Parties

The Color Run™ 2024 @ Shanghai Sunland Park

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The Color Run™ is a five-kilometer, untimed event. At each kilometer mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder; participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color.

Color Runners vary in demographics and reasons for running. With no winners or official times, The Color Run caters to everyone – first time runners to seasoned athletes.

More than half of participants are first-time 5K runners; The Color Run is proud to be a catalyst that inspires participants to live a more active lifestyle, on top of having fun!

Once the race is over, the fun continues at the after party, a larger-than-life party equipped with music, dancing, photo ops, activity booths and more massive color throws, which create millions of vivid color combinations.

Trust us, this is the best post-5K party on the planet!

READ MORE: The Color Run™ Shanghai Meets Halloween!

Scan the QR code on the poster below to get your tickets:

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Sat Oct 26, 9am, 10am, 2pm & 3pm; RMB238-468

Shanghai Sunland Park,  628 Qifan Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区启帆路628号


Silent Disco @ Columbia Circle

After successful runs this summer at Shanghai's Rock Bund Historical Building District and EKA Tianwu, and following on from six years of sell-out, five-star shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Silent Adventures team are bringing their celebrated Silent Disco back over the river to Puxi for a brand-new adventure!

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Don their magical, high-tech headphones and feel your inhibitions evaporate as they lead you on a fun-filled Silent Disco tour of Columbia Circle.

READ MORE: Silent Disco Dances on Down to Columbia Circle

With a new route, new music, and more surprises waiting to be discovered, the next adventure awaits you.

Expect song, dance, flash mobs and surprises on a unique roaming riot of revelry as you follow the Silent Guide and engage in emotion-releasing dances, transforming Columbia Circle into a scene of celebration!

Tickets are RMB280. Scan the QR code to get yours now:

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Fri-Sun Sep 27-Nov 3, 8pm; RMB280

Columbia Circle, 1262 Yan'an Xi Lu, by Panyu Lu, Changning District 延安西路1262近番禺路


Veil of Shadows: Halloween Party on the Bund @ POP Shanghai

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The spookiest night of the year is here again. Screams of horror, fear and freak fill in the air.

Get ready for Veil of Shadows, Shanghai’s most famous Halloween party set against the stunning skyline of The Bund.

A haunted night filled with chilling thrills and a breathtaking skyline view, cloaked in eerie shadows for an unforgettable night of mystery and fear.

Experience nine hours of spine-tingling beats from top DJs, spinning haunting tracks that will keep you dancing in fear and excitement.

Dress in your most sinister attire and step into a world of spooky delights, thrilling energy, and a night of endless surprises.

With Spooky Ambience, makeup artist, Costume competition and haunted Skyline view don’t miss out on Shanghai’s ultimate Halloween event!

Secure your tickets now for the most fearful & fun night on the Bund!

For VIP Table booking and more info call 135 2417 7794

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Sat Nov 2, 5pm-2am; RMB138-198, includes one drink

POP Shanghai, 7/F, Three on the Bund, 17 Guangdong Lu, by Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, Huangpu District 外滩三号7楼, 广东路17号, 近中山东一路


Stage Shows

Blue Man Group @ ROJO Art Space

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Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises.

Operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication.

Featuring a diverse mix of percussion instruments made of atypical objects, such as drums with paint sprays and an organ made of PVC pipes, expect a unique blend of music, technology, and humor.

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:

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Oct 1-27, 2.30pm & 7.30pm; RMB280-1,089

ROJO Art Space – Art Center Hall, 570 Huaihai West Road, Changning District 上海市长宁区淮海西路570号


Anna Karenina the Musical AIA Grand Theatre

A spectacular, breathtaking, emotional, and high-tech show based on the Leo Tolstoy masterpiece, Anna Karenina the Musical is returning to Shanghai.

Anna Karenina is a classic of literature, recounting the relationship between a man and a woman, the dramatic love story of the married lady Anna Karenina and a dashing military officer Alexey Vronsky, all taking place amidst the glitter and luxury of the Russian nobility in the second half of the 19th century.

The musical captures the subtle psychology and emotional depth of the great Tolstoy novel, as the characters struggle with overwhelming and controversial feelings – of love and betrayal, passion and duty, hope and desperation.

Although almost a century and a half has passed since the time of the story, the events unfolding before the audience are gripping and touching in their timeless quality.

A story of duty, desire and despair, experience Tolstoy's classic like never before with the live-performance of Anna Karenina the Musical.

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Fri-Sun Oct 25-27, 7.30pm; RMB280-1,080.

AIA Grand Theatre, 889 Dongdaming Lu, by Gongping Lu 东大名路889号, 近公平路


Nocturna: Architecture of Insomnia @ Shanghai International Dance Center

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A piano. A voice. Bodies in movement. A sleepless journey from dusk to dawn to evoke the mysteries of feeling, consciousness and memory.

Through words and bodies, Nocturna proposes a dance, music and poetry exploration of the great topics and contradictions of the night.

This work’s sound will be developed with recorded music and live flamenco singing, performing poems about the night, while guiding us through different moods and emotions. Silences play an essential role in this play.

On stage the dancers will jointly develop different evolutions as well as work on their solitude. They will also share their concerns from the freedom of participating with the other.

The group, as an entity, will be in an open, alive space. The most dense emptiness or the most overwhelming noise of the night. The night we are living…

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Sat Nov 2, 7.30 & Sun Nov 3, 2pm; RMB280-680

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 桥路1650近水城路


Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai @ Shanghai Circus World

Acrobatics, dance, theater and even extreme sports  long-running Shanghai multimedia spectacular Era's second season is in full swing at Shanghai Circus World.

The latest show, Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai, is a collaboration between a French choreography team and Chinese artists, featuring a completely new storyline and scenes, thrilling acrobatic skills, magnificent stage effects and the latest technologies.

Fans of the first season of Era, which attracted more than 5 million visitors over its 15-year run, will also be happy to hear they retain some of the classic attractions too, such as the bowl balancing act and thrilling, white-knuckle motorbike ball finale.

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Tickets

Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai is on at the following times:

  • Mon-Fri, 7.30pm

  • Sat & Sun, 2pm & 7.30pm

Tickets are priced RMB380-880.

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Shanghai Circus World, 2266 Gonghexin Lu, by Guangzhong Xi Lu 共和新路2266号, 近广中西路


Comedy

SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase @ SpicyComedy Lounge

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SpicyComedy is stand-up in Shanghai featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians.

With shows held throughout the week at the SpicyComedy Lounge in Xintiandi, audiences are in for an unforgettable night of laughs.

READ MORE: Meet the Trilingual Comedian Spicing Up Shanghai's Comedy Scene

Each show features five to six talented English-language comedians, each performing 8-15 minute sets, varying with everything from spotlight specials with featured comedians to open mic nights for newcomers.

Upcoming Shows

  • Wed Oct 16, 7.30pm, RMB128

  • Fri Oct 18, 7.30pm, RMB150

  • Sat Oct 19, 4.30pm, RMB380

  • Sat Oct 19, 7.30pm, RMB380

  • Wed Oct 23, 7.30pm, RMB158

  • Fri Oct 25, 7.30pm, RMB150

  • Sat Oct 26, 4.30pm, RMB380

  • Sat Oct 26, 7.30pm, RMB380

For all the latest show details, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code.

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SpicyComedy Lounge, 3/F, Building 6-7, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123弄,新天地时尚一期6-7号楼3层南里食集北区, 近马当路


Food & Drink

20% Off @ Tacolicious

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Tacolicious strives to push the boundaries, with in-house made fresh ingredients of fusion tacos, surrounded by a steady hip hop beat and heavily poured drinks.

Fan favorites at Tacolicious include the Fried Fish Tacos, the Steak Asado and – of course – the Grilled Shrimp.

On the drink side, a full bar compliments and highlights the fun atmosphere of Tacolicious, with their very popular Silver Coin Margarita, selection of frozen margaritas, fresh fruit daiquiris, secret shots, and blink-and-you’ll-miss-them specials on esoteric shots like Fernet Branca to the ever-popular Michelada.

Now you know about all that Tacoliciousness, have we got a deal for you – for a limited time only, we're selling RMB100 vouchers for Tacolicious for just RMB80.

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Tacolicious, Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路


40% Off @ Mignon 9

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Mignon 9 is a trendy Parisian style restaurant on Wuyuan Lu, a tribute to the classic wine bistros of France, lending even more of a Paris backstreet feel to the already leafy-green, tree-lined roads of the former French Concession.

Click Here to Read Our Full Review

On T+ we are selling Mignon 9 coupons with a value of RMB200 for just RMB120 – a discount of 40%!

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Mignon 9, No.71 Wuyuan Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu, 五原路71号, 近乌鲁木齐路


Art Shows

Contemporary African Photography | Marvellous Realism @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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The first and largest exhibition of African photography in Asia, Marvellous Realism. The exhibition is curated by Ekow Eshun, project led by Lucy MacGarry, and proudly presented by Fotografiska in partnership with the KT Wong Foundation.

Focused primarily on sub-Saharan African countries, Marvellous Realism is transnational in outlook; the exhibition presents work by established and emerging artists using photography and film as a means to envisage contemporary African cultural identity as a state of ongoing possibility, in which myth, memory and movement weave together into a rich tapestry of expansively imaginative art works.

The exhibition is founded on an awareness of how the rich and diverse contemporary art and cultural scenes in Africa remain largely unknown to the Chinese public, in spite of the importance of long-standing economic and political relationships.

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Until Dec 1; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


 'Three in One' by Li Weiyi @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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By deconstructing everyday objects from the real world and reassembling seemingly irrelevant elements, artist Li Weiyi not only breaks free from the constraints of conventional forms, but also challenges the boundaries of viewers' visual and cognitive experiences with her unique perspective.

'Three in One' is an exhibition that questions and reflects on the relationships between art, life, and self-awareness.

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Oct 13-Jan 12; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


'Sweet Dreams' by Chen Wei @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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Artist Chen Wei has increasingly extended his practice to the exhibition site, continuously employing various media such as video, sound, and installation to reshape the possibilities of narrative images through scenario re-enacting. 

Through multidimensional artistic expression, he creates a space for thinking, inviting the viewers to rethink how to establish one’s own sense of time and the integrity of an individual in a technology-driven society.

Showcasing a set of new artworks by the artist created for this ocassion, the exhibition is presented in a theatrical format that draws the viewers into a fragmented time-space of interwoven virtual and reality, focusing on the screen-dominated nature of contemporary life.

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Oct 13-Jan 12; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


Live Music

Modern Flamenco Sensations TRANSFORMACIÓN @ MAO Livehouse

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One of Japan’s most exciting modern piano flamenco bands, TRANSFORMACIÓN, is coming to Shanghai. Founded in 2020, the young the group has wowed audiences in Japan and Spain with their combination of sound and energetic dance, showing the fusion of stillness and movement, and the collision of tradition and innovation.

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Sat Oct 26, 6pm & 9pm; RMB280

MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 3/F, 庆南路308近建国中路


Mizuhashi Takashi Trio @ Jiushi Shanghai Center Theater

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A member of the legendary Three Blind Mice label, Mizuhashi Takashi has performed and recorded with all the greats, from Herbie Hancock, who even created 'Blues For Gonsan' for him to express his appreciation, via Ron Carter, Mickey Tucker, and Art Blakey to Archie Shepp and many more.

This is a rare chance to experience why so many jazz greats have fallen in love with his music; he has boundless energy on stage and brings grand songs filled with heavy tones, full lines and the unmistakably warm sound of a jazz master who really knows how to bring out the full charm of his wooden bass.

The 'Most Soulful Man in Japan' will perform with his long-time partners, pianist Toshiyuki Kangen and drummer Takayuki Koizumi on October 27.

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Sun Oct 27, 4pm & 8pm; RMB280-680

Jiushi Shanghai Center Theater, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, Jing 'an District, Shanghai 上海市静安区南京西路1376号


Toshiki Soejima @ MAO Livehouse

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Known for his 2021 EP Life, Toshiki Soejima, Japan’s most innovative Neo-Soul Guitarist, is coming to China to bring his new album True to fans in Shanghai, Hangzhou and Guangzhou.

Toshiki showcases his musical identity through evocative songwriting and the distinct timbre of his guitar, focusing on instrumental sounds.

Well-known for his evocative live performances, which are full of emotional depth and philosophy, Toshiki perfectly blends the musical elements of blues, jazz and neo-soul, presenting the ultimate expression of emotion and melody to his audiences.

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Wed Nov 13, 7.30pm; RMB300

MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 3/F, 庆南路308近建国中路


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