19 Weekly Shanghai Events Worth Checking Out

By That's Shanghai, September 1, 2025

Monday

Monday Coin Boost @ Cages

On Monday at Cages, for every RMB spent you get a coin, which you can use to play games and redeem your earned points for selected food, drinks, and prizes!

The more you spend, the more you get!

And that's not all...

Also on Monday at Cages, pick-up games of dodgeball. Head along with a team, or solo and make a team there.

Bonus: RMB15 an Amstel for all dodgeball players!

Monday Coin Boost : Every Mon, 11am-Late

Dodgeball: Every Mon, 7.30-10pm; RMB50

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

¥1 Skating @ RIINK

Super DEAL for all rollers! Check in at RIINK on Mondays, eat or drink at RIINK Diner, and for just RMB1, enjoy complimentary skating.

Every Mon, 11am-1am; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

Quiz Night @ The Blarney Stone

It's Quiz Night at The Blarney Stone on Monday, with six rounds of fun, shots for each round winner, and a grand prize for the overall winner on the night.

Part of a quiz season, there are RMB2,000 worth of prizes up for grabs for the best teams at the end of each quarter.

It's also happy hour all night, and tacos and wings (5pcs) are just RMB20. So head along for some brainiac craic!

Scan the QR on the poster above to sign up.

Every Mon, 7.30pm; Free Entry

The Blarney Stone, 77 Yongkang Lu, by Xiangyang Lu 永康路77号, 近襄阳路

Tuesday

Weekly Themed Quiz @ BNC

There is a themed quiz at BNC every Tuesday, with everything from Disney to Harry Potter, Sci-Fi to Sitcoms, Movies to Music... scan the QR above to find out this week's theme.

Entry is absolutely free, there are shots for each round winner, and bigger prizes for the winning teams.

The quiz starts at 7.30pm and is done by about 9.30pm, so everyone can be fresh for work the next day.

Scan the QR on the poster above to reserve a spot!

Every Tue, 7.30pm; Free Entry

BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路

Wednesday

English Echo @ RIINK

Calling all expats in Shanghai!

Whether you're just settling in or have been here a while, English Echo is here to help you make new friends.

Head along to RIINK, where the largest expat community gathers to connect, share experiences, and learn new languages.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to join! Roll, mingle, and enjoy a fantastic evening together!

Send message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!

Every Wed, 7pm-Late; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

Quiz Night @ BNC

Shanghai's longest-running, and FREE to enter, the Wednesday night quiz at BNC features 10 rounds covering everything from current events, geography, history, pop culture, music, film and more.

There are F&B vouchers, bottles of prosecco, towers of beer, and rounds of shots up for grabs every week.

At the end of each quarterly season, the top three teams win some even bigger and more fantastic prizes.

If all that was not enough, it is happy hour until 8pm, while a burger and a beer is just RMB78.

The quiz kicks off at 7.30pm and is all wrapped up by around 9.30pm so you can be fresh for work the next day.

Scan the QR code on the poster above to sign up now.

Every Wed, 7.30pm; Free Entry

BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路

FOTO LIVE: Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails @ Fotografiska Shanghai

Every Wednesday, Fotografiska Shanghai hosts Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails, a FOTO LIVE event showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth floor lounge stage.

Enjoy captivating performances and meticulously crafted cocktails, and spend quality time with friends in a modern art-enriched ambiance.

The ticket price includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions in addition to an evening of live jazz.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Every Wed, 8-10pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Wednesday to Sunday

SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase @ SpicyComedy Lounge

SpicyComedy presents stand-up in Shanghai, featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians.

With shows held throughout the week at the SpicyComedy Lounge in Xintiandi, audiences are in for an unforgettable night of laughs.

Each show features five to six talented English-language comedians, each performing 8-15 minute sets, mixing it up with everything from spotlight specials to open mic nights for newcomers.

For all the latest show details, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code.

SpicyComedy Lounge, 3/F, Building 6-7, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123弄，新天地时尚一期6-7号楼3层南里食集北区, 近马当路

Thursday

Rooster Run @ The Rooster

Shanghai, it's time to put on those running shoes!

Head to The Rooster every Thursday at 7.30pm and kick that summer body into high gear with an organized 5 km fun run around Shanghai!

What's more? All finishers will receive a free ice cold beer as a refreshing reward for making it through this fitness challenge!

20% Off!

For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

Every Thu, 7.30pm; Free

The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路

Trivia Thursday @ The Shed Laowaijie

A quiz for all those living out west. Expect 10 rounds covering everything from current events, geography, history, pop culture, music, film and more.

There are F&B vouchers, bottles of prosecco and rounds of shots up for grabs every week, while it is happy hour all night and a wide selection of Chicken Parmas are just RMB38!

The quiz kicks off at 7.30pm and is all wrapped up by around 9.30pm so you can be fresh for work the next day.

Scan the QR code on the poster above to sign up now.

Every Thu, 7.30pm; Free Entry

The Shed Laowaijie, No. 30, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu, Minhang District 虹梅路3338弄30号, 近虹许路

Thursday Quiz Night @ Zapfler

A quiz at Zapfler, who have moved into a stylish and more spacious joint within Found 158.

There’s something in there for everyone with general knowledge categories, music, and film rounds played on the giant screen.

Quiz teams have great deals on food and drinks, with happy hour prices all night—including all of Zapfler’s fine beer selection—excellent pizzas from the wood-fired oven, and German sausage platters on special at RMB78.

Every Thu, 7.30pm; Free Entry

Zapfler, B/1, Found 158, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号B1层, 近瑞金一路

Open Mic @ RIINK

Every Thursday at RIINK, guests can enjoy an electrifying Karaoke Night, hosted by local singer Wynn. With her soulful melodies and infectious energy, she sets the perfect backdrop for a night of musical fun.

Attendees immerse themselves in the chill vibes of the vibrant venue, where everyone is encouraged to grab the mic or an instrument and share their love for music.

Plus, those who sing a song receive a free shot from the fabulous cocktail bar!

Karaoke fun starts at 8pm—guests can sing their hearts out, casually jam with others, showcase their talent, savor hearty bar bites, and sip on delicious drinks!

Send message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for the special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!

Every Thu, from 8pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

Quiz Night @ Abbey Road

Thursday night is Quiz Night at Abbey Road. Head on down for happy hour all night and the chance to win some great prizes.

Every Thu, 8pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路

Friday

Yiko & Les Hombes Blues Night @ Chair Club

The legendary Cotton Club Band—Yiko Gu, Jorland Paulino and Greg Smith—play the blues every Friday at Chair Club.

With soulful grooves and decades of stage chemistry, they turn every set into a late-night juke joint revival.

Every Fri, 9.30pm; Free Entry

Chair Club, Bldg 12, 34 Yuyao Lu, Jing'an District 余姚路34号12号楼

Saturday

Charity Pool Competition @ BNC

Calling all pool sharks, head over to BNC every Saturday from 5pm for their charity pool competition. Pot black while helping kids, and enjoy happy hour prices for drinks from 5-8pm.

Every Sat, 5pm; RMB50

BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu 西康路685号, 近昌平路

Saturday

Herlarious @ Soda Comedy Club

Herlarious Club presents a variety of English standup comedy shows, from themed nights, to comedy competitions, to bonus game sessions with the audience. You name it, every night is a Herlarious night!

It’s the perfect spot in town for a good laugh, a good vibe and a good way to meet cool people!

For all the latest show details, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code:

Every Sat, 9pm; RMB128

Soda Comedy Club, 7/F, Block A, 830 Nanjing Dong Lu, by Xizang Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 南京东路830号A馆7楼, 近西藏中路

Sunday

Trivia Night @ The Rooster

Think you know a thing or two? Then head along for trivia at The Rooster Sunday evening from 7-9pm and end your week on a high note!

There are great prizes to win every week (500 RMB in vouchers and numerous beers, shots and swag), so grab your brainiac friends for a fun night of trivia and camaraderie!

Pro-tip: Every week, a Trivia WeChat post will have a clue for the upcoming quiz, so scan the QR code above to follow The Rooster account.