The Pearl Christmas Special

Mulled wine wafting through the air, classic Christmas tunes being crooned, a drag queen dressed Mrs. Claus. Tradition is something to be respected. That is exactly why you need to head to The Pearl for an unbeatable night of winter wonderland goodness. A special Christmas food and drink menu will be on offer, with tickets just RMB100 with a drink, or RMB168 with a drink and dinner, and happy hour 6-8pm for an unbeatable night of festive fun. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours now by clicking here or scanning the QR code:

Dec 10, 6pm; RMB100-168. The Pearl. 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Dec 8-13: The Italian Job Pop-Up

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James Liu, CIS brand ambassador and Popolo groups bar manager is doing a week-long bar takeover. Seven nights of Italian inspired cocktails with Italian spirits, show this flyer for discounts by the bar.
Dec 8-13, 6pm; Free entry. Alimentari Grill. 358 Kangding Lu, Building 1, Room 105. 上海静安区康定路3581号105室. See event listing.

Dec 10: Myspace Pop-up

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The Sassy 'Sisters,' Ana and Hannah, are hosting a Myspace Popup throughout December. Take a step back in time to the 90s every weekend in December through your favorite references to the decade many of us grew up during. Think missing children milk cartons, Pokémon cards and warheads-inspired libations.   
Dec 10, 5pm-1am; Free entry. 555 Wuding Lu. 上海市静安区武定路555号. See event listing.

Dec 11-13: Christmas Commune Market

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Commune Market’s Christmas edition is back this year in all its holiday glory. For three days in a row, you can come to shop of loads of handmade, unique gifts for your family and friends. There will be an assortment of accessories, clothing, artwork, jewelry, body and home products too.
Dec 11-13, 11am-7pm; Free entry. Yong Ping Lane. 191 Hengshan Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu. 衡山路191号，近乌鲁木齐路. See event listing.

Dec 11: The Soul of Funk: Jonas Seetoh & Vanessa

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Live funk and soul for the dance floor this Friday night at Shake. Headlining the function is Jonas Seetoh, whose voice has a throwback charm that you will dig for sure. He is accompanied by Vanessa and their full Shake band.
Dec 11, 9.30pm; RMB100. Shake. 3/F, 46 Maoming Nan Lu, by Jinxian Lu. 茂名南路46号3楼，近进贤路. See event listing.

Dec 11-13: Shanghai Supperclub 7th Anniversary – An Apres Ski Adventure

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Shanghai Supperclub is back for it seven-year anniversary. A three-day immersive winter experience that will bring you into an Apres Ski lodge with evergreen trees, non-fire pit, wooden cabin and fluffy snow. To kick off this adventure, Chef Koen and his team will be serving an apres-ski inspired meal on Friday evening only.
Dec 11, 7-10pm; RMB688 / Dec 12-13, 12-6pm; RMB398. Tomatito. Infinitus Mall, 3/F Room W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu. 湖滨路168号3楼W08-10，近济南路. See event listing.

Dec 11: Pop Up

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Have you tasted Senegalese dishes before? Have you heard about the ‘pink lake’ in Senegal? Travel to an odyssey full of spices and cultural highlights through Pop Up at Planet Kebabs, where you will be discovering Senegalese cuisine. Hurry and save the date.
Dec 11, 7pm; Free entry. Planet Kebab. 419 Dagu Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu. 上海静安区大沽路419号，近成都北路. See event listing.

Dec 11-12: The Vagabond Song

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The Vagabond Song is a part concert part musical theatrical performance that groups together fifteen of their best-known songs. This show will be a reflection of the group of Chinese folk musicians who all struggled to settle with themselves and the world.
Dec 11-12, 7.30pm; RMB80-880. SAIC Shanghai Culture Square. 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu. 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路. See event listing.

Dec 12: Outward Exhibition

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No Name Studio is honored to announce our new group exhibition Outward, featuring works by artists Vasily Betin, Zheng Yuan and Van Ho (Mingyi He). These masterpieces explore the introspective conversation between humans and the physical world. No Name Studio attracts art professionals from all over the world, striving to spur creative energy and enlighten conversations.
Dec 12, 1pm; Free entry. No Name Studio Zhujiajiao. 6/1, Lane 145, Dongshi Lu. 东市街145弄6/1. See event listing.

Dec 12: The Ugly Christmas Jumper Party

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Get ready to clash for a cause at the 2020 Ugly Christmas Jumper Party! Test your knowledge in their Christmas Quiz hosted by the one and only David Kelman. Try your luck in their huge fundraising raffle and lucky draw. Most importantly, wear your ugliest jumper for your chance to win the Ugliest Jumper Award.
Dec 12, doors open 5.30pm, quiz commences 7pm; RMB200. The Pearl. 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路. See event listing.

Dec 12: Charity Concert: When Mother Nature Calls

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Music engages our emotion, imagination and intelligent in creative endeavors that promote personal wellbeing and cohesion. Music connects people, heals and empowers. Seeds of Change fourth Charity Music Concert aspires to bring people together to celebrate life, to be grateful for each other and raise money for charity.
Dec 12, 7pm; RMB200. Café on Air. 30 Sinan Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu. 思南路30号，近淮海中路. See event listing.

Dec 12: Live Jazz Night

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Say goodbye to stress and fatigue! A live jazz band will be performing live at The Cut Restaurant & Bar. Enjoy the music and immerse yourself in the melody. Gather friends and simply let the music refresh your heart.
Dec 12, 7pm; Free entry. The CUT Restaurant & Bar. L7-709, Time Square, 500 Zhangyang Lu, by Pudong Nan Lu. 张扬路500号华润时代广场L7-709，近浦东南路. See event listing.

Dec 12: We are the 90s

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Let’s be honest here, the 90s are the best! Bar Rouge brings you back with all things 90s: Air Max, Nintendo, arcade games, your CD collections of Will Smith, Haddaway and Ace of Base. This night is guaranteed to take you back to old school.
Dec 12, 8pm; RMB150 includes a free drink. Bar Rouge. 7/F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu. 中山东一路18号7楼，近南京东路. See event listing.

Dec 12: Christmas Live Music @Abbey Road

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Want to ease yourself into the Christmas mood? Abbey Road is presenting The Shanghai Beatles who will be playing a series of Christmas tunes live just for you. Come and enjoy.
Dec 12, 8.30pm; Free entry. Abbey Road. 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu. 桃江路3号，近汾阳路. See event listing.

Dec 12: The Masquerade Ball

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Expect an evening of classy drinks, prizes and live DJs with a dash of mystery thrown in. Dress in your glamorous best (dress code is strictly black tie), and don't forget to bring a mask so you remain anonymous.
Dec 12, 9pm-late; RMB150. The Apartment. See event listing.

Dec 13: Pasko Sa Perch

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M&M x Perch is hosting another Filipino Food Pop-Up. Guest chefs, Chef Opalyn and Chef Noemie are back and will take over Perch’s kitchen, serving up to nine delicious Pinoy dishes. Don’t miss out on their last Pinoy pop-up of the year!
Dec 13, 11am; Free entry. Perch. Rm 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu. 江宁路445号107室，近武定路. See event listing.

Looking ahead…

Dec 16: Beer University: Barrel-aged Beers

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Learn about and taste your way through beers infused with booze through a process known as barrel-aging. Gain knowledge about the history of beer-aging, the benefits of it and the styles used around the world. Sign up and sip your way through six different barrel aged brews!

Dec 16, 7-8.30pm; RMB148. Commune Reserve. 1107 Yuyuan Lu, by Fenggang Lu. 愚园路1107号，近凤岗路. See event listing.

Dec 17: Zee-Ai x Tomatito Calorie Challenge Dinner 

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Newly voted Spanish Restaurant of the Year at the That's Shanghai Food & Drink Awards 2020, Tomatito is the fourth stop on Zee-Ai's Calorie Challenge. High protein, zero cholesterol and low saturated fat, Zee-Ai plant-based meat is a dream for chefs to incorporate into their dishes. Tomatito's Chef of the Year, Koen Vessies will be cooking up a menu of Zee-Ai focused tapas plus cava for RMB128. Secure your spot by scanning the QR code. 

Dec 17, 7pm; RMB128. Tomatito. Infinitus Mall, 3/F Room W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu. 湖滨路168号3楼W08-10，近济南路. See event listing.

Dec 19: Z-Rou Carnival: Rock and Roll Until You’re Full! 

Even though it’s been a difficult year, come celebrate the highlights of an unforgettable 2020 and end the year on positive vibes that will hopefully carry through to a brighter and healthier 2021. We all need a place where we can just let go and start anew: so come to the Z-Rou Carnival to say goodbye to 2020. Come to the Z-Rou Carnival and Rock and Roll Until You’re Full! Ticket includes: Unlimited Z-Rou dishes, one beer, non-stop games and generous prizes, and live performances by multiple bands. Come to the Z-Rou Carnival and Rock and Roll Until You’re Full!

Dec 19, 1-11pm; Early Bird Ticket RMB158; Regular Ticket RMB198. Cages, 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

Ongoing: Unravel Presents Resilience

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Unravel Presents Resilience is a multimedia storytelling exhibition featuring portraits and audio of storytellers from the Unravel community. China is at the forefront of global recovery and this exhibition seeks to honor and share that light.
Dec 12, 2020-Jan 2021, daily at 11.30am-3pm / 5.30-10pm; Free entry. XIME. 1/F, 989 Changle Lu, by Changshu Lu.长乐路989号1楼，近常熟路. See event listing.

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