The 10 Best Things to Do This Week in Shanghai

By Erica Martin, July 3, 2017

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


July 4: USA Independence Day BBQ

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The Fourth of July falls on a Tuesday this year, but that doesnít stop Sashaís from throwing a party on their terrace. Head there for all-you-can-eat BBQ, free flow Carlsberg and a free bourbon welcome drink. Children get in for half-price. Check here for even more Fourth of July celebrations. 
July 4, 6.30-10pm, RMB278. Sasha’s, see event listing.


July 4: Independence Day Screening

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Watch Will Smith save the world from aliens with a screening of this 1996 classic Hollywood blockbuster at The Pearl. Enjoy pre-movie Happy Hour specials from 6-8pm, or take part in their all-night-long burger deal, which gets you a bacon cheeseburger, fries and beer for just RMB88.
July 4, Happy Hour from 6 to 8pm, Show: 8pm, RMB88. The Pearl, see 
event listing.


July 4: Zapata's Taco Buffet

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Zapata's throws a taco night for US Independence Day, with all-you-can-eat tacos and chicken wings, plus free-flow Carlsberg, Jim Bean & Coke, and Margaritas for RMB138.
July 4, 6pm, RMB138. Zapata's, see event listing.


July 7: Splashh

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Formed in East London in 2012, Splashh deals in indie rock with elements of shoegaze and electropop. They first found fame that year with the catchy single 'All I Wanna Do.' Catch their show at Mao Livehouse as part of the China tour of their new album, Waiting For A Lifetime, which dropped in April.
July 7, 8.30pm. Mao Livehouse, see event listing.


July 7: Cakes Da Killa

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The New Jersey-born rapper visits Shanghai for the first time as part of a tour for his acclaimed debut full-length, Hedonism. Cakes is known for his lightning-fast, ultra-hard style of rapping, his clubby, uptempo beats and the queer narratives that feature prominently in his lyrics.
July 7, 11pm, RMB100. ALL Club, see event listing


July 7: Stir Launch with Misloop

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Local DJ Misloop launches her new night at Elevator, which focuses on dark, driving techno. Her first guest is Beijing-based DJ and producer Elvis T, who has performed with Richie Hawtin and Josh Wink.
July 7, 10pm, RMB40 presale, RMB60. Elevator, see event listing


July 8: Drag Extravaganza XXL

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Shanghai's drag scene is growing. Check out the latest and greatest acts from 11 drag performers at the Pearl, including Erica Balenciaga, Dorian T. Fisk, Miss Jade, Alexia, Mo Meaux and more. Expect comedy, major singing chops and lots of glitter. Happy hour from 6-8pm before the show.
July 8, 9pm, RMB150 presale, RMB200 at the door. The Pearl, see event listing.


July 8: Deer Park + Foster Parents + Peng Zhuang

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Local art and music collective the Hippo Tank organizes the unofficial album release show for New Zealand pop band Deer Park. They deal in dark, paranoia-inducing pop with elements of hip-hop and a horn section. Shanghai musicians Foster Parents and Peng Zhuang support.
July 8, 9pm, no cover. Harley’s Underground, see event listing.


July 8: Aazar

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Parisian trap DJ Aazar is SHFT crewís latest international act. An up-and-coming producer who has worked with major figures like UZI, Skrillex and DJ Snake and performed at Coachella and Electric Daisy Carnival, Aazar brings his club-friendly, melodic trap music to Shanghai for a show at Arkham.
July 8, 10pm. Arkham, see event listing.


July 8: Kaoru Inoue

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Multicultural music collective No (B)order brings over DJ Kaoru Inoue from Japan. Active since the 90s, he plays a diverse mix of jazz, break beats, African, Brazilian and Asian classics. He also plays guitar as one half of band Aurora Acoustic. Support from A-Collective, a group that formed at the fashion boutique Attic that used to sit above Elevator.
July 8, 11pm, RMB60 presale, RMB80 door. Elevator, see event listing.


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