Hey, ladies! It's time for you and your friends to celebrate your strength, independence and beauty. If you're still not sure what to do for the occasion, here is a list of all the Women's Day action happening around town this weekend. (All events take place on March 8, unless otherwise stated.)
Tacolicious' Women's Day Celebration
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Spice it up this Women's Day and enjoy a Mexican mule, that is on the house for all women, paired with delicious tacos and lots of tequila.
March 8, Noon-11pm, from RMB131 Tacolicious. See event listing.
Women's Day Set Menu at Abbey Road
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Abbey Road is calling out to all the strong women and their plus ones to dine on a special three-course set menu with two hours free flow and lucky draw prizes, including a luxury getaway trip at Naked Castle.
March 8, 7pm-9pm, from RMB420. Abbey Road. See event listing.
#balanceforbetter International Women's Day
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The Women's Caucas of Democrats Abroad hosts a gathering at Boxing Cat to celebrate International Women's Day. It's an opportunity to meet and mingle with likeminded Americans, test your knowledge at Women's History Month trivia, and all you ladies get RMB35 drink specials. Men are more than welcome to join!
March 8, 6.30-10pm. Boxing Cat Brewery, see event listing.
Drink Deals at The Bull & Claw, Hooked & D.O.C.
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These three restaurants are giving all the independent women out there fantastic drink deals this Friday. Whether it's a free flow at The Bull & Claw, a glass of free prosecco at D.O.C. or free BOGO glass of wine or bottle of prosecco at Hooked, they're all guaranteed to be a great way to toast your strengths with your girlfriends.
March 8, 11am-3pm. The Bull & Claw, Hooked and D.O.C. Gastronomia Italiana. See event listing.
Ladies Train for Free at Golden Gloves
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Get your sweat on this Friday and show what a fierce fighter you are at this special boxing class that is free for women. Guys are welcome to join too. During class there will be a live DJ from 7pm and a chance to win four fantastic prizes.
March 8, 7pm, Free for women. Golden Gloves. See event listing.
Techno Is A Woman
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Women's Day also goes into the night at 'Techno is a Woman vol. 4' at Celia Club. Dance to uplifting techno music including an empowering DJ set with your best girls this Friday night. Line up includes MIIA, Lina K, Raquel Temple Rat and Allay Thirst.
March 8, 11pm-late. from RMB80 Pre-sale and RMB120 Door (plus one drink included). Celia Club. See event listing.
5-Course Special Menu at Da Ivo
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Da Ivo are honoring all the women of the past, present and future this Friday with a specially-crafted five-course set menu. Ladies can relax and dine as they enjoy the panoramic view of The Bund that will make you feel like you're on top of the world. Plus, ladies receive one complimentary glass of selected wine.
March 8th, 5.30pm-10.30pm, from RMB998 per person. Da Ivo. See event listing.
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz Bar & Lounge
If you're looking for a classy way to celebrate you and your girlfriends, The Ritz Bar & Lounge are preparing a classic springtime afternoon tea. There will be an array of delicious sweet and savoury treats including Lobster Medallion with Caviar, Strawberry White Chocolate Tart and much more. To make things even better, you get two springtime afternoon tea sets for the price of one.
March 8, from RMB348. The Ritz Bar & Lounge. See event listing.
Rejuvenating Breakfast at Lazie Bar and Bistro
Connect to your inner power at a special breakfast hosted by Lazie Bar and Bistro this Friday morning to help guests renew their energy and enthusiasm. Em Roblin, founder of Inner Circles will also present a motivational talk that will help you to survive and thrive in a demanding world. This will be followed by a meditation that will make you feel empowered to take on anything as well as relaxed.
March 8, 8am-10.30am, from RMB208. Lazie Bar and Bistro. See event listing.
Negronis and Spritzers at bird and Bitter
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Acknowledging your power and strength as a woman should be paired with a delicious aperitif, hence why bird and Bitter are preparing special negronis and spritzers available at RMB50 for guests all night long this Friday.
March 8, from RMB50. bird and Bitter. See event listing.
Free Prosecco or Vera White Wine at The Rooster
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This Friday, The Rooster is toasting all the badass women out there by giving their female WeChat followers a free glass of Prosecco or Vera white wine when they come to the bar.
March 8, 11am-11pm. The Rooster. See event listing.
Free Glass of Wine at Pistolera, The Blind Pig & Big Bamboo
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What better way to celebrate Women's Day than with wine? Which is why these three bars and restaurants are giving away a free glass of wine to all the ladies who dine-in at any of these establishments.
March 8, 5.30pm-late. Pistolera, The Blind Pig and Big Bamboo. See event listing.
Women in Hospitality Forum
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This is one for the boss ladies out there as The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is hosting a forum on Women in Hospitality. This will include talks from influential women in Shanghai's food and beverage industry who will explore different areas of being a female worker in the hospitality industry.
March 8, 1pm-6pm. Starting from RMB350 per person and RMB200 per student or teacher with a valid ID. The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai. See event listing.
Complimentary Dessert at Xibo
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For the ladies who have a sweet tooth, this Friday Xibo is showing their appreciation for all the fighting women out there by giving a complimentary Women's Day dessert to all their female diners. Those men and women who are members of Xibo will also earn double points when you dine in one this day. This offer will be available at all Xibo locations.
March 8, 5.30pm-late. Xibo. See event listing.
Complimentary Glass of Wine and Flowers at Urban Thai
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Urban Thai is recognizing Women's Day as a day to to commemorate women's achievements from all over the world. By showing how special the women in this world are, they are giving all female guests a complimentary glass of wine and a bouquet of flowers when they dine-in.
March 8th, 10.30am-10pm. Urban Thai. See event listing.
GLAMOURLAB Pop-Up Party
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GLAMOURLAB is empowering women with confidence, beauty and equality by hosting a pop-up party at WeWork. This includes facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, hair styling and much more that is open to all women.
March 8, 10am-1pm OR 2pm-5pm, from RMB480. WeWork. See event listing.
Free Scoop of Ice-Cream at Al's Diner
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Al's Diner is known for its American classics, therefore as a way to salute to the influential and feisty ladies out there, this Friday they will be giving all of their female diners a free scoop of delicious Gracie's Ice-Cream in any flavors when they spend a minimum of RMB50 that day.
March 8, 9am-midnight. Al's Diner. See event listing.
March 7-8: DVA Boutique Spa Deals
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Having a relaxing spa day with the girls is always a great treat and DVA Boutique Spa is making women feel their best selves by releasing these amazing spa and treatment deals. This includes a health-infused Slimming Massage and Cupping Treatment that is 50 percent off the original price of RMB480.
March 7-8, from RMB240 per session. DVA Boutique Spa . See event listing .
March 7-9: Empowered We Stand at 1515 WEST Bar
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Enjoy the long weekend with your best girlfriends with a selection of classic and signature cocktails made by badass all-female guest bartenders at 1515 WEST Bar. On March 8, there will be a 1970s-themed female extravaganza that features Woodstock vibes. And there is no need to feel bad about drinking because RMB20 from each drink sold will be donated to China Soong Ling Ching Ling Foundation.
March 7-9, 8pm-midnight; March 8, 8pm-1am, from RMB120 per drink (RMB20 donation to charity included); free entry. 1515 WEST Bar. See event listing.
March 9: Ladies Who Tech Convention
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In honor of Women's Day, this convention will enlighten guests on the social issues women often face in the technological industries and business world. Hosted by Goose Island Brewhouse, guests and speakers will be able to ask and answer questions on this matter through interactive workshops and group discussions. This is bound to be an eye-opener for a lot of people.
March 9, 2pm-7pm. Free entry. Goose Island Brewhouse. See event listing.
March 16: Women Diver Day
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Shanghai's female divers are celebrating Women Diver Day on March 16 at Big Blue Scuba Diving. Women can mingle over a putluck lunch, meet the 2019 Women Diver Hall of Fame Inductees, listen to Instructor Rachel Berkley's A Scuba Girl's Story and more.
March 16, 10am; free entry. Big Blue Scuba Diving, see event listing.
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