That's Shanghai takes a look at the best events of the week.
Aug 20 - Sep 14: Capricious Structure
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
This multimedia exhibiton in Xintiandi showcases a number of independent projects from young artists living in Hangzhou, Los Angeles, Hong Kong and London/Amsterdam. Through visuals, they've set out to restructure narratives around concepts like urban conditions, industrialization, technology, economy and race, in a multidimensional exploration of identity and existence.
Aug 11 - Sep 14, 10am - 8pm, from RMB75. chi k11 art museum, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 21 - Sept 9: Memory Crystallography at Je Fine Art Gallery
Photo courtesy of the gallery.
Opened earlier this month, Je Fine Art Gallery's ongoing exhibition is comprised of urban artifacts. From Manga illustrations to street art and film, these snapshots explore how memories are formed and preserved in "a map of our shared past." They're closed on Mondays though, so you're better off getting BOGO burgers and saving this one for later in the week.
Aug 2 - Sept 9, 11am - 6pm. Je Fine Art Gallery, see event listing.
Aug 20 - 31: A Swedish Summer Romance
Flyer courtesy of the Nininio.
Swedish underwear brand Bread & Boxers and Gothenburg-based leather workshop PAP have thrown together a pop-up at Shanghai's Nininio concept store. On the 25th they'll be putting on a sustainability workshop, so check back here for details on that.
Aug 16 - Aug 31. Nininio, see event listing.
Aug 23: Gin Workshop
Flyer courtesy of Club 3 1/3.
Swing by the Bund for a gin-fueled Thursday night. You'll taste four different cocktails and learn a lot about the clear spirit. Seats are limited though, so call in advance to save yourself a spot.
Aug 23, 7pm, RMB300. Club 3 1/3, see event listing.
Aug 25: Pets N' Pints
Flyer courtesy of Stone Brewing.
Come out to support The Haven and Humane Shanghai at Stone this weekend. They'll have a photobooth, a number of local pet-related businesses and, of course, pooches are more than welcome. Tickets include one drink and 15 percent off all food and drink for the rest of the day.
Aug 25, 1pm - 6pm, RMB120 presale, RMB150 door. Stone Brewing, see event listing.
Aug 25: Crayon
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Funky French bedroom DJ, Crayon, will be at Mao this weekend. His music is super chill and makes for a great work/writing/night biking soundtrack.
Aug 25, 9pm, RMB120 presale, RMB150 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 25: Summer Splash Vol. 2
Photo courtesy of the promotor.
Party! Pool! Pirates! With beer pong, salsa dancing, a treasure hunt and whole mess of games, this is one of the most solid ways you could spend your Saturday. They'll have BBQ and Indian food on offer, with a host of quality cocktails for you to choose from should you feel so inclined. Plus, it's pirate themed, which is always a good thing.
Saturday August 25, 1-9pm, RMB188 presale (including two drinks and transportation). Shoushan Wealth Club, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 25: Register to Vote @ Boxing Cat
Image courtesy of promoter.
Grab a beer, some brunch and an absentee ballot at Boxing Cat every Saturday and Sunday through to October. Americans, you can now register for the November Mid-Term elections, so get your butt in gear and let's get political.
Aug 25 - Oct 14, noon - 5pm. Boxing Cat Brewery, see event listing.
Aug 25: Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Photo courtesy of The Rooster.
Spend your day running around and taking pictures of all the things you love/hate about Shanghai. To get in on this scavenger hunt, be sure to message Chase and sign yourself up. All proceeds go to charity, and you can win some pretty fun prizes like a keg party at the newly opened Stone Brewing.
Aug 25, 2pm - 7pm. The Rooster, see event listing.
Sept 1: The Great Summer BBQ
Flyer courtesy of the promotor.
AustCham Shanghai’s annual Summer BBQ is back at Wellington College International Shanghai for a full-day of family-friendly fun. There'll be plenty to eat, drink and keep you entertained, with outdoor games and activities, a live band playing classic Aussie tunes and a raffle with some pretty great raffle prizes up for grabs.
Sept 30, 10am - 4pm, RMB80 (kids under 18 are free!). Wellington College International Shanghai, see event listing, buy tickets.
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