The 15 Best Things to Do This Week in Shanghai

By Sarah Forman, September 25, 2018

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That's Shanghai takes a look at the best events of the week.


Sep 27: ON at Dada

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Flyer courtesy of Dada.

DJs, VJs, break beat, acid and techno. Break up your week with a little love from Dada Bar. 

Sep 27, 10pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.


Sep 27: Tap Take-Over

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Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Young Master Brewing from Hong Kong is comin' in for some brand new brews. Well, new to Shanghai that is. You can buy them all day, but from six to eight you can talk to the brewers themselves.

Sep 27, 6pm, no cover. Stone Brewing, see event listing.


Sep 27: Tony and Dori at Barraco

Photo courtesy of Barraco.

Tony Tse and Dorina Balan will make you dance. Tony's funky rhythms and Dori's great voice fills the room with energy, taking the mood from dull to fantastic in seconds. Thursday nights have never been better.

Sep 27, 9pm. Barraco, see event listing.


Sep 28: Deadbeat

Photo courtesy of Dada.

Deadbeat is a master of technique. From dub techno, fiery reggae to engaging minimalism, the artist has made a name for himself for his tight quality control and iconic moustache. 

Sep 28, 7pm, RMB60-80. Dada, see event listing.



Sep 28: Tango Cabaret Soiree

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Photo courtesy of 247tickets.

You've got one chance left to catch another cabaret production from The Pearl. Tango is all about one of the world's sexiest dances. It surveys a full range of the genre, from jazz tango to psycho tango, through the story of a girl who's trying to find her way in Buenos Aires.

Sep 28, 9pm, RMB200 presale, RMB250 door. The Pearl, see event listingbuy tickets.


Sep 29: Quintino

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Photo courtesy of 247tickets.

This Dutch DJ has worked with the likes of Tiësto and more. Catch him at Linx this Thursday! 

Sep 29, 10pm, RMB100. Linx, see event listing, buy tickets.


Sep 30: The Royal Concept

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Photo courtesy of 247tickets.

The Swedish version of Phoenix is coming to Modern Sky Lab for a bubbly show that'll keep you on your feet. Taking influence from The Strokes, their indie-rock sound is light, fun and backed by dreamy effects.

Sep 30, 8.30pm, RMB150 presale, RMB200 door. Modern Sky Lab, see event listingbuy tickets.


Sep 30: DJ Maseo

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Photo courtesy of the promoter.

Start your golden week off with DJ Maseo of De La Soul. DE LA SOUL! That's awesome. For the fourth Blacklist party, you must, as always RSVP through their WeChat.

Sep 30, 10pm, no cover, RVSP only. Electric Circus, see event listing.


Sep 30: Mao's 9th Anniversary

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Flyer courtesy of Mao Livehouse.

Local favorite Round Eye will be playing at Mao Sunday to ring in the holiday and to celebrate the venue's ninth anniversary! Wow! Nine years ain't bad, huh! Nine Treasure, Lu chen&Sonnet, LOFT BEACH, HFigures and DISQO VOLANTE will also be playing.

Sep 30, 8pm, RMB100 student, RMB120 pre-sale, RMB150 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.


Sep 30: Renegades of Funk

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Flyer courtesy of Specters.

Funk and fun from Tina Turnatrick and Compact Dicks. Dance, drink, be merry and don't forget your shit at the bar.

Sep 30, 9pm, no cover everrrrrrr. Specters, see event listing


Sep 30: Smokepurpp

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Flyer courtesy of 247tickets.

American rap comin' out of Arkham this week. He made it big on Sound Cloud and now is bringing his hip hop here.

Sep 30, RMB220 presale, RMB280 door. Arkham, see event listing, buy tickets.


Oct 1: DJ Antipop

Flyer courtesy of Dada. 

Telepopmusik's producer DJ Antipop is one of those rare artists whose music is both hypnotic and edgy. Mixing deep and acid, Antipop is at once elegant, immersive and subtle. He doesn't just turn heads, he makes you look twice. 

Oct 1, RMB60 presale, RMB80 door. Dada, see event listing.


Oct 3: The Drifter

Photo courtesy of the promoter. 

The Irish DJ has garnered an international following. His sets are emotive, melodic and mesmerizing. His sound pulls you in like quicksand. Sink.

Oct 3, 10pm. Dada, see event listing.


Oct 3: Duñe

Flyer courtesy of Arkham.

Duñe's unique sound combines soul and hip hop, giving you a feeling of flow, a liquid sensation. His voice is tuned to both hard rock rhythms and smooth vibes. Listen. 

Oct 3, 10pm RMB120 presale, RMB150 door. Arkham, see event listing


Oct 7-11: Shanghai Rolex Masters

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Photo courtesy of the promoter.

The ATP Tour returns to Shanghai, where some of the biggest names in tennis will fight for the right to call themselves the best. 

Oct 7-11, RMB90-400. Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena, see event listingbuy tickets.


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