25 Awesome Things to Do This Week in Shanghai

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Feb 14: Ed Sheeran & Adele Valentine's Special

Prepare yourself for a romantic night of all things Adele and Ed Sheeran, performed live by Ksenia and Dave Stone, with backup by the Red Stars while savoring a special Valentine's menu. Seating is limited to one couple per table.

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Feb 14, 6pm doors, 8pm show; RMB888 to RMB1288 dinner options available. The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

The Best of the Rest...

Feb 9: Models and Millionaires

Head over to La Suite for Models & Millionaires, a night filled with delicious drinks and live music.
Feb 9, 9pm. La Suite, 1111 Wuding Lu, by Yanping Lu. 武定路1111号, 近延平路. See event listing.

Feb 9: Quiz Night at El Santo

Shanghai's longest running quiz, the Wednesday Quiz Night at El Santo is absolutely free to enter and features 10 rounds covering everything from current events, geography, history, pop culture, music, film and more, with great prizes up for grabs. Scan the QR on the poster above to sign up now.
Feb 9, 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. See event listing.

Feb 10: The Showroom's Thirstday with 白8 Baijiu

As part of The Showroom's grand opening week, 白8 will be shaking up three Italian-inspired cocktails with a baijiu twist from 6pm until late. Swing by to check out the new designer space and sample your way through these specialty libations. 
Feb 10, 6pm. The Showroom. 2/F, 556 Jiaozhou Lu, by Chanping Lu  胶州路556号2楼，近昌平路. 

Feb 10: Critical Music Club: The All-Rockin' Roundtable

Let's get critical! The Critical Music Club is a talk group about funky music sounds of all sorts. Each meeting has a few prescribed topics to prepare, including a top 5 ranked list and some music to listen to. No previous expertise required.
Feb 10, 8pm. La Mezcaleria. 201-2, Bldg 5, Lane 273 Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu (enter on Yanping Lu). 胶州路273开60号5幢201-2室，近新闸路. See event listing.

Feb 11: Sexy & Singles Party on the Bund

Enjoy a fantastic evening of mingling and socializing in an exclusive singles cocktail party at the Vue Bar, overlooking the Shanghai skyline from the top of Hyatt on the Bund. This is a private ticketed event only: scan the QR code to RSVP.
Feb 11, 8pm. Vue Bar, Hyatt on the Bund, Level 32, West Tower. 上海外滩茂悦大酒店，西楼32层. See event listing.

Feb 11 & 12: La Suite Annivesary

La Suite is turning one! The first anniversary celebration will take place over the weekend, kicking off with the best DJs, live performances, champagne celebration, surprises and much more!
Feb 11&12, 7pm. La Suite, 1111 Wuding Lu, by Yanping Lu. 武定路1111号, 近延平路. See event listing.

Feb 12: Suits, Sneakers & Stilettos Hip Hop Party

Get ready to spend Valentine's Day with live performances, hip hop music, delectable drinks, raffles and a chance to win prizes at the best-dressed awards.
Feb 12, 8pm. Up Shanghai, 2/F, 688 Shaanxi Bei Lu, by Wuding Lu. 陕西北路688号2楼, 近武定路. See event listing.

Feb 12: Smells Like Teen Spirit

A night of all things grunge, with scores of Seattle-based bands in flannel shirts, ripped jeans and combat boots. Expect cuts by Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden and Alice in Chains just to name but a few.

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Feb 12, 6pm doors, 9pm show; RMB120 presale, RMB150 on the door. The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Feb 12: Single Party

Single for Valentine's Day? Let yourself be wooed by a night of music, salsa classes, dance parties, open mic and karaoke.
Feb 12, 7.30pm. GroupExpression, North Shanxi Lu No.1438 room 1427. 陕西北路1438弄财富时代大厦1427室. See event listing.

Feb 12, 19 & 27: Belgian Cycling Culture in Flanders

The new exhibition Belgian Cycling Culture in Flanders offers an introduction to the home and racing culture of the most famous cyclists in the world. Talks on Flanders cycling culture, as well as three different cycling tours through Shanghai, will be available to attendees, hosted in cooperation with VISITFLANDERS and CLUB100. To participate, bring your own bicycle to the event.

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Feb 12, 19 and 27, 2pm; RMB218. TSUBO, Building 7, 890 Hengshan Lu, by Tianping Lu. 衡山路890号7号楼近天平路. See event listing.

Feb 13: Valentine's Night

Get in the mood for Valentine's Day with a movie marathon featuring Grease, Romeo+Juliet and Titanic. Even better, it's free entrance and free popcorn!
Feb 13, 2pm doors, 3pm movie. The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Feb 14: Superbowl LVI Live Coverage at Beast of the East

Enjoy live coverage of the Super Bowl LVI at Beast of the East. Door charge includes breakfast and one drink. The complimentary vodka/espresso shot at the door will make your 6am wake-up time worth it. RSVP for a table.
Feb 14, 6am doors, 7.30am game; RMB150. Beast of the East, 291 Fumin Lu, by Donghu Lu. 富民路291号, 近东湖路. See event listing.

Feb 14: Superbowl LVI Live Coverage at Big Bamboo

Cheer your team on while watching the live coverage of the Super Bowl LVI at Big Bamboo's Hongqiao and Jinqiao locations, with an awesome brunch menu to boot! Make sure to reserve your seats.
Feb 14, 7.30am. Big Bamboo Hongqiao, Hong Mei Entertainment Street, No. 20, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu, 虹梅路3338弄虹梅休闲街20号, 近延安西路 and Big Bamboo Jinqiao, 381 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu, 红枫路381号, 近碧云路. See event listing.

Feb 14: Superbowl LVI Tailgate Party at Topgolf

Calling all NFL lovers in Shanghai – are you ready for Super Bowl LVI? Kick off the fun with a scrumptious American breakfast while watching the live game from the main bar area or in Topgolf's exclusive Swing Suites.
Feb 14, 6.30am. Lounge by Topgolf, 2/F, Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu. 黄陂北路227号中区广场2楼,近南京西路. See event listing.

Feb 14: Super Bowl Live Coverage at Pistolera

Kick off your Valentine's Day with fellow football fanatics at Pistolera Shanghai Center, watching live coverage of Super Bowl LVI as you feast on an awesome brunch menu. Be sure to RSVP!
Feb 14, 7.30am. Pistolera (Shanghai Center),1/F, Shanghai Center, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu. 南京西路1376号上海商城1楼, 近西康路. See event listing.

Feb 14: LVI Super Bowl Breakfast Buffet at The Cut

This year THE CUT Rooftop is going to have a live watch party! Supersized screens and a 160-inch projector screen were added for the event. Come cheer for the Rams or Bengals… or just watch the commercials!
Feb 14, 6.30am; RMB200. The Cut Rooftop, Rm.606, 6/F, Iapm Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Xiangyang Nan Lu. 淮海中路999号环贸广场6层606室, 近襄阳南路. See event listing.

Feb 14: Love at First Swing

With a great selection of sharable food, refreshing drinks, and a little friendly competition of a round of Minigolf in a cozy atmosphere, we are the perfect Valentine’s Day destination for couples of all ages and relationship stages.
Feb 14, 6pm. Lounge by Topgolf, 2/F, Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu, by Nanjing Xi Lu. 黄陂北路227号中区广场2楼,近南京西路. See event listing.

Feb 14 & 15: American Jazz Meets European Jazz

American trumpetist Noah Hocker and Polish pianist Michał Ciesielski will play their original jazz tunes on Valentine’s Day and Chinese Lantern Festival - an event not to be missed.
Feb 14 & 15, 6.30pm door, 8pm show; RMB666 for 1 ticket/set meal, RMB1314 for 2 tickets/set meal. Blue Note, 3-5 Floor, Zhongxin Guangchang, 867 Sichuan Bei Lu, by Haining Lu. 四川北路867号中信广场3-5层, 近海宁路. See event listing.

Ongoing...

Feb 2 Onwards: Happy Hour at Beast of the East

Take advantage of Beast of the East's daily happy hour deal. Get 35% off selected drinks everyday from 3-7pm.
Feb 2 onwards, 3pm-7pm. Beast of the East, 291 Fumin Lu, by Donghu Lu. 富民路291号, 近东湖路.

Until Feb 13: Farewell Photo Exhibition

Drink in some stunning Shanghai views at Jaime Raigosa's Farewell Photo Exhibition: Visions of China Through my Phone and Drone.
Until Feb 13, 1pm-10pm. BoCa, 595 Wuding Lu, by Xikang Lu. 武定路595号，近西康路. See event listing.

Until Feb 15: Alex Israel: Freeway

Shanghai Fosun Foundation presents the first museum-scale exhibition in China of American artist Alex Israel, famous for his abstract neon gradient spray paintings, iconic self-portraits and his use of exciting new mediums and materials. The exhibit’s videos, paintings, sculptures and installations reveal Israel’s LA-inspired perspectives on mass media and pop culture.
Until Feb 15, 10am-6pm. Fosun Foundation Art Center. 600 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Dongmen Lu. 中山东二路600号, 近东门路. See event listing.

Until Feb 18: Let The Joy Begin with The Celebration of Golden Tiger Year!

BFC turns into a one-stop landmark for the Year of the Tiger with Tiger themed decorations, Banyan Tree Blessings, a Chinese New Year market, cultural activities and lighting shows. Until February 18, enjoy extraordinary lights along Fangbang Zhong Lu, BFC Rink on the Bund lighting shows and the Yuyuan Lantern Festival.
Until Feb 18. BFC, 600 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Fengjing Lu. 中山东二路600号，近枫泾路.

Until Feb 27: Rink on the Bund

Rink on the Bund, a 200-square meter open-air ice rink in BFC’s north district, stays open until February 27.
Until Feb 27. BFC, 600 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Fengjing Lu. 中山东二路600号，近枫泾路.

Until Apr 20: Meet Egypt: The Exhibition of the Golden Mummies

Plunge into the mysterious world of Egyptian mummies at Meet Egypt: The Exhibition of Golden Mummies. Delving into the intriguing culture of ancient Egypt, Rome and Greece, the exhibition features six golden mummies dating back 2,000 years, and hundreds of valuable archeological relics, all of which belong to the UK’s Manchester Museum collection.
Until Apr 20, 10am-6pm. Meet You Museum (Jing’An Branch), 210 Wenshui Lu, Jing’an District. 上海市静安区汶水路210号. See event listing.

Looking Ahead...

Feb 17: Tacolicious Quiz Night

A fortnightly quiz with award-winning tacos and happy hour all night, as well as amazing prizes to be won. As always, there will be six rounds of trivia fun, including film and music rounds, with shots for each round winner. Oh, and it is all done by 10pm. You know, just in case you have work the next day. Scan the QR code on the flyer above to register.
Feb 17, 7.30pm; Free. Tacolicious. Room104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 地址  余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路.

Feb 18: Deku & Friends Present Radiohead

Release your inner paranoid android as Deku & friends bring back their Radiohead tribute set spanning six albums for one night only to Yuyintang. A rare not-to-be-missed opportunity for fans of Radiohead to hear their music performed live.
Feb 18, 8.30pm; RMB80 presale, RMB100 door, RMB140 for two. Yuyintang, 851 Kaixuan Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu. 凯旋路851号,近延安西路口. See event listing.

Feb 18 & 19: J-Pop & ACG Jazz

Japanese singer Yuko Kishi, drummer Takeshi Sakamoto, Australian trumpet player Toby Mak and Chinese pianist Peng Junda are JA*PANE*ZZ+, serenading you with Japanese pop songs arranged in jazz style.
Feb 18 & 19, 6.30pm doors, 8pm show; RMB220. Blue Note, 3-5 Floor, Zhongxin Guangchang, 867 Sichuan Bei Lu, by Haining Lu. 四川北路867号中信广场3-5层, 近海宁路. See event listing.

Feb 20: Stone

All original hard-hitting, foot-stomping psychedelic blues 'n' folk rock from the man, the myth Dave Stone, who will be joined by trumpet player extraordinaire Jeremy Sinclair, master of the bass Fred Grenade and tickler of the ivories Michael Compton.

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Feb 20, 6pm doors, 8pm show; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu. 乍浦路471号，近武进路.

Feb 26: Speed Dating with a Twist

Date Night China is holding its very first speed dating event in Shanghai! Only 15 males and 15 females will be able to secure tickets for this event. Anonymous fun is always the best!
Feb 26, 8pm; RMB125 early bird, RMB150 regular. Gin & Co Bar, 339 Jiaozhou Lu, by Wuding Lu. 胶州路339号 近武定路. See event details.

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