Apr 29: MHP
Shanghai’s son of techno returns to the spotlight with his D Force debut Folding Traces. While he’s planning a larger national tour for the summer, MHP will give his hometown a special treat with this intimate release party at DADA.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA, see event listing.
Apr 29: Quentin Mosimann
Fusion hosts the French producer and remixer who currently sits at No. 72 on DJ Magazine’s annual Top 100 DJ list.
Apr 29, 10.30pm-late, RMB100. Fusion, tickets.
Apr 30: Arcade 4th Anniversary Party x VICE
For its fourth anniversary, Arcade teams up with Vice and Noisey for a groovy night. Marcus Olsson, KRZA, R3 and SSOSO spin while there will be Jameson cocktail specials all night. Fitting with the bar’s theme, there will be Street Fighter 2 tournament with shots for the winners.
Apr 30, 9pm-late, free entry. Arcade, see event listing.
Apr 30: Mr. Carmack
SHFT brings in the Soulection and Team Supreme-affiliated DJ and producer. The Hawaii-based producer has been blurring the lines between hip hop and dance, thanks to Beatport chart-topping hits like ‘Birth Control’ and ‘Hopscotch.’ Label mate Jarreau Vandal, Yeti B and AD08 supports. For more, check out our interview with Mr. Carmack.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMB100-200. Arkham, see event listing.
Apr 30: Yellow Claw
The Amsterdam trio has amassed an impressive collection of hits over the past five years with a sound that incorporates everything from hardstyle to moombahton. They recently dropped a music video for their DJ Mustard, Ty Dolla $ign and Tyga collaboration ‘In My Room.’
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMB180. MYST, see event listing.
May 1: Boiler Room Shanghai
The hugely popular electronic series kicks off its China edition with an exclusive event held at a secret warehouse location. South Africa’s Black Coffee headlines bringing the sounds from his hometown Durban, who is currently setting the global underground ablaze with their hometown house mutation known as gqom. In support are some of Shanghai’s finest including ChaCha and Aivilox, Tzusing, MIIA and Goooose. For more, check out our interview with Boiler Room China co-founder Miao Wong.
May 1, 10pm-late, free entry (with RSVP). Secret location.
Best of the Week
Windows Garage 4 Year Anniversary Party
The Nanjing Xi Lu staple celebrates its birthday with free standard drinks from 9-11pm.
Apr 28, 9-11pm, free entry. Windows Garage.
Girls Night Out - Sau San Tong Edition
Bar Rouge and MVP Shanghai’s weekly ladies night teams with luxury spa Sau San Tong to offer some fabulous prizes for their lucky draw. As always, ladies can enjoy free cocktails and manicures until 11.30pm. John Avolio spins crowd favorites. Dress code: elegant.
Apr 28, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am with password ‘MVP’.) Bar Rouge, see event listing.
It's a Match, a Tinder Party
Lola does a Tinder themed party for the singles. Two free drinks for anyone that opens the app at the bar.
Apr 28, 10pm-late, RMB100 (after 1am). Lola.
Retro Chic
Every Thursday, Mook gets vintage glamorous. Free-flow sparkling wine for the ladies from 10pm-1am.
Apr 28, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Bar Rouge Terrace Opening Part 2
The eight-time That’s Shanghai Food and Drink Award winner for Club of the Year continues its celebration of its iconic Bund terrace openings with dancing, champagne and shenanigans. Dress code: elegant.
Apr 29, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
KOROstyle
The Slit Jockey aligned producer and DJ has rocked clubs around the world with an abrasive set of grime, bass, trap and dubstep. He headlines the latest Lost Cargo party with support from Didi, HBD and Aivilox. 3eyesnuts provides visuals.
Apr 29, 9pm-late, RMB60. Arkham.
Local Heroes
Lola celebrates Shanghai favorites Jobo, Alecs Marta and Costin for what promises to be a hedonistic night of house and techno.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 2am). Lola.
Lose Your Face
It’s all UK house, breaks and bass at C’s.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, free entry. C’s.
Mike Ravelli
Capping off its opening month, Elevator welcomes the veteran of Amsterdam’s warehouse scene for a night of underground Dutch house and techno. Supporting him is Berlin born, Shanghai-based Zuckermann who’s carving out a name for himself with genre bending mixes.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, RMB50. Elevator, see event listing.
ON TOP Party
MVP takes over the 92nd floor of the Park Hyatt for a party that’s literally above the clouds. Expect plenty of champagne popping and chic house. Dress code: Elegant
Apr 29, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight if RSVP with events@mvpshanghai.com). Park Hyatt, see event listing.
Synestheisa Part.2
This party promises to tickle all your five senses with a stacked line-up featuring the Mansion Crew, Third Wave, One-Two, PsychicNova, Trixphonic and Bodysnatcher.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, see event listing.
Vanilla Killer
As part of the Cientosesenta crew, the Barcelona DJ has been pushing the sounds of Chicago across Spain. She’ll take over The Shelter for the latest edition of Lost Cargo, with support from Aivilox and Sleepless.
Apr 29, 10pm-late, RMB30. The Shelter.
Celia by Pulse Grand Opening Party
Shanghai underground fixture Jasmine Li has taken over the dearly departed LOgO, reimagining it as the city’s next after-hours spot. For the opening weekend, they have around 20 DJs spinning tech-house and deep house until 9 in the morning.
Apr 29-30, 10pm-9am, free entry. Celia by Pulse.
Kings Night 2016
Holland House Shanghai celebrates the Dutch king with a big King’s Night party at JZ Latino. Rock your finest orange and dance all night to a big band performing on the Bund club’s rooftop terrace.
Apr 30, 6pm, free entry. JZ Latino, see event listing.
Hotpot w/DJ Wordy
The three-time DMC China champion takes over Le Baron for the monthly edition of his eclectic funk party that was a Beijing institution. Victor Aime and Fader One support.
Apr 30, 9pm-late, free entry. Le Baron.
Keint invites Dorian Craft
Bar Rouge Music Director Keint invites his favorite DJs to take over. For this edition, Dorian Craft brings his house infected techno to the iconic Bund club. Dress code: elegant.
Apr 30, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
King's Day at Roxie
Roxie toasts the King of the Dutch with this all-orange party.
Apr 30, 9pm, RMBTBA. Roxie, see event listing.
Elevator B2B
Four Shanghai veterans take over Elevator for the club’s latest b2b sessions. Holly Sh!t’s Charp and Thoma Cher spin a wild mix of house, disco and techno. That’s followed by Minimalist’s Will A and “Singaporean firecracker” Donn going b2b with a mix of house, acid and techno.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Elevator, see event listing.
Irie Reggae Vibes
DeeJay Laobang once again takes over Hongqiao bar Ken’s for a night of reggae and dancehall. Jerk chicken is available!
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Ken’s.
Love Bang Presents: Exit 出口
Caution, T-Plus and Yung Grandpa take over URVC for a night of sounds solely by the dearly departed, from DJ Screw to Beethoven, Prince to Tessa Teng.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMB50 (with one drink) URVC.
Popasuda
Skinny Brown always gets DADA going with his recurring party devoted to the best bangers culled from underground scenes across the world - particularly Africa, South America, India and South East Asia.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
Technollipop
The Mansion says goodbye to Florian Bo and A. Rodrigues as they move to Berlin. However, this party will be a celebration featuring techy beats from Edison Chen, Fane, Lina K, Marcos Godoy, Nasty Nate, Pandah, P.ølmedo, Rainbow High, Tommy Hendriks and of course, the guests of honor.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, see event listing.
VOID
The long running underground house and techno party returns to the Shelter featuring residents Shanghai_Ultra, Wensen, Provoda and NMLSS.
Apr 30, 10pm-late, free entry. The Shelter.
'Shang High: 24 Hours of Non-stop Techno'
The Mansion celebrates the May Holiday with a 24 hour rave, complete with daytime pool parties and BBQ.
May 1, noon-noon, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion.
Push and Pull
In what could be Alta’s last Shanghai set for a while, expect DADA to be assaulted by a night of gqom, garage and grime.
May 1, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
Andrew Bull Disco Buffet
The uDance.cn boss indulges his love of disco, spinning nothing but crowd-pleasers and hidden gems every Monday at URVC.
May 2, 10pm-late, free entry. URVC.
Disco Juice
Meat & Bone’s Willy Mac and Lazy Susan take over DADA for some disco, funk and proto-house.
May 2, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
El Tuesdays
This weekly salsa party features free flow mojitos from 8.30-9.30pm and RMB80 for two specials after. La Reunion and DJ S. Kiv perform.
May 3, 9.30pm, free entry. Unico by Mauro Colagreco, see event listing.
Model's Gone Wild
Every Tuesday, Mook hosts models willing to drink shots with you.
May 3, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Studio 24
Every Tuesday, M1NT pays tribute to the early heady days of disco.
May 3, 9pm-late, free entry. M1NT, see event listing.
Calle Roja
Bar Rouge’s weekly Latin night features the hottest in salsa, reggaeton and Electro-Latin. Enjoy homemade Sangria and take part in a Latin Dance Square. Dress code: elegant with Latino charm.
May 3, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Come Correct
The Shelter's weekly hip hop night features some of the city's finest playing the hottest underground bangers.
May 4, 10pm-late, RMB40. The Shelter.
Don't Tell Daddy
STORM Festival favorite Smith Agent Smith takes over Mook every Wednesday.
May 4, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Lolitas
Lola’s weekly ladies night featuring some of the city’s finest female DJs Michelle Grant and Stacy Bond spinning the best house, with complementary drinks for the ladies until 1am.
May 4, 10pm-late, free entry. Lola, see event listing.
Models Night
M1NT and MVP team up every Wednesday for a glamorous Model’s Night. Dress code: Elegant
May 4, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am with password 'MVP'). M1NT.
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