15 Awesome Upcoming Events in Shanghai

By That's Shanghai, June 11, 2025

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Wednesday

Have You Met @ RIINK

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Skip the small talk! Show off your amazing single friend (and yourself)!

Ready to ditch the usual questions? 'Have You Met' lets you introduce your amazing single friend in a fun, 5 minute slide presentation.

No apps. No awkward moments. Just real people, good vibes, and connections that actually stick.

Get ready for spontaneous fun and new friendships. Scan QR to sign-up!

Wed June 11, 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


Friday

Encore: Musical Improv @ Polly 波丽咖啡

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Born in early 2023 and back after a short break (they swear it was strategic), Encore is Shanghai’s one-and-only musical improv troupe.

With new members, fresh energy, and zero planning, they turn your wild suggestions into songs that shouldn’t work—but somehow do.

No scripts, no backing tracks, just chaotic musical mayhem from the city’s most unpredictable performers. Expats, locals, curious first-timers—come see what all the noise is about.

Add WeChat summer_papaya to find out more

Fri June 13, 8pm; RMB100 for 1, RMB180 for 2, includes one beer each

Polly 波丽咖啡, 1/F, Building 3, 1221 Yan'an Xi Lu, Changning District 延安西路1221号


Jazz Night: Swing After Dark @ The St. Regis On The Bund

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Step into an evening of smooth melodies and rhythmic sophistication at The St. Regis Bar from 8-10pm on Friday.

Swing After Dark will brings together a stellar lineup of international jazz talents for an unforgettable night of live music and crafted cocktails.

  • June Koo – Renowned jazz guitarist from South Korea, weaving intricate harmonies.

  • Harrison Wardley – Australian jazz double bassist, laying down deep, resonant grooves.

  • YiDu Jiang – Rising Chinese jazz trumpeter, adding vibrant brass brilliance.

Tickets are just RMB328, which includes free flow selected wines, beers, and New York-inspired cocktails, ensuring a night of refined sips alongside world-class jazz.

READ MORE: Old World Cocktail Elegance at The St. Regis Bar on the Bund

Reserve your spot now by scanning the QR code on the poster above.

Fri June 13, 8-10pm; RMB328

The St. Regis On The Bund, Shanghai, 538 Zhongshan Dong Er Rd, by Longtan Lu, Huangpu District 中山二路538潭路


Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Women Who Kill @ The Pearl

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Captivating cabaret experience Women Who Kill explores the gripping question: what drove her to commit the deadly act?

Drawing inspiration from the popular TV series Why Women Kill, and crafted by the creative team of Ksenia Geddes and Trenton Schneiders, this production invites audiences into a mesmerizing realm of intrigue and blurred realities.

Step into the role of a sleuth and uncover the hidden motives behind these women’s deadly choices.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Fri, Sat & Sun June 13, 14 & 15, Doors 6pm, Show 7pm; RMB250

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路


Saturday

Big Lowe's BBQ @ The Rooster

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The Rooster host a special Big Lowe's BBQ popup, featuring Smoked Wagyu Brisket and Sliders, promising an afternoon of delicious grilling.

20% Off!

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

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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Sat June 14, 4-7pm

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


¥99 Free Flow Cocktails @ Azul SKL

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Every Saturday, spend just RMB99 dining in at Azul SKL and enjoy free flow of 12 signature cocktails from 6pm to 9pm.

And that’s not all—prepare to be swept off your feet by electrifying beats from international DJs who will elevate the night with their energy. Sip, savor, and dance the evening away in style.

Gather your squad and make Saturday night at Azul SKL the highlight of your week!

Every Sat, from 6pm; RMB99

Azul SKL, Shankang Li, Building 6, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 康定路358陕西北路


Sunday

Apiary Open Day @ Urban Bees Shanghai

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Urban Bees Shanghai apiary tours offer a truly 'hands-on' experiences. The aim is for guests to fully immerse themselves in the intricate and balanced world of a honeybee colony's social life.

Learn all about the life of bees and how to read a beehive frame—which you get to extract yourself from one of the hives (with guidance from the beekeepers).

Urban Bees Shanghai ensure everyone is well-prepared, providing thorough training on using personal protective gear and approaching hives safely—and the bees are so docile that they have not recorded a single sting among over 400 guests to date.

READ MORE: Meet the Urban Beekeeper Making a Buzz in Shanghai

Sun June 15, 10am-12.30pm; RMB388 one person, RMB699 parent + child

Urban Beekeeping Shanghai, 200 Lianyue Xi Lu 上海市闵行区联跃西路200


Sweat for Wishes – Charity Workout @ Aboro 

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Join Aboro, the boxing and fitness community founded by world champion Michele Aboro, for a high-energy charity workout this June in support of Make-A-Wish® Shanghai.

READ MORE: Boxing World Champ Talks Punches & Poodles

This special event brings people together to move with purpose—helping grant life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses.

It's more than a workout; it’s a chance to make a real impact through strength, solidarity, and compassion.

Let’s sweat it out and lift each other up—one wish at a time. Together, we can change lives.

Sun June 15, 22, 29, 10.30am; RMB100 

Aboro, S6-S9, 2/F, 667 Changhua Lu, by Anyuan Lu, Jing'an District 昌化路667号2楼S6-S9室, 近安远路


Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza @ Cages

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The third Sunday of every month means Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza at Cages!

Head along to enjoy the classic flavors on offer: Meat Lover, Pepperoni Madness, Chicken Parmesan, Ham & Chicken, and Vegetarian.

And don’t miss this month's special... Truffle Mushroom with Mixed Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic Bechamel, Mozzarella, Swiss Cheese, and Black Truffle.

Please note, all pizzas must be pre-ordered due to limited availability. Scan the QR code above to get yours now!

Sun June 15, 12 noon until they sell out

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


Charity Pub Quiz @ BNC

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Finally, why not give Dad the gift of giving? There is a charity fundraiser quiz this Father's Day at BNC.

Entry is RMB50 a head, with 100% of that fee (and any further donations—go on, dig deep) going towards corrective surgery for children with congenital heart disease.

READ MORE: Karen Carrington on Heart to Heart and Saving Lives Since 2005

Those lovely people at BNC are also offering up fantastic prizes for the clever clogs that do best. But the real prize will be the money raised towards saving a life.

Scan the QR code on the poster above to register now.

Sun June 15, 12.30pm; RMB50

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


Monday

Martini Week @ Havana Bar

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From 16 to 22 June, Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai invites you to elevate your evenings with the exclusive Martini Week at Havana Bar.

Set high above the city on the 30th floor, this limited-time celebration offers a refined mixology experience with a diverse collection of Martinis—adding a distinctive flair to Shanghai’s nightlife.

Take in sweeping 270° views of the Huangpu River and glittering skyline—Martini Week promises an unforgettable summer evening of elegance, curated cocktails, and panoramic city vistas.

June 16-22, 5pm-1am; Free Entry

Havana Bar, 30/F, Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai, 1288 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongyuan Lu, Pudong District 陆家嘴环路1288号30楼, 近东园路


Paint You Pet @ RIINK

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A Paint Your Pet workshop by Nokitty! Get creative and personalize your tote bag while enjoying a fun atmosphere. Food & drinks serving all night.

Limited spots are available, so be sure to book yours early!

Mon June 16, 7-8.30pm; RMB88

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


MonoNeon @ Bandai Namco Shanghai Base

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Get ready for an electrifying night with MonoNeon, the Grammy-winning bass virtuoso, as he makes his China debut in Shanghai.

Known for his avant-garde style, genre-defying sound, and iconic neon-wrapped bass, MonoNeon blends southern soul, experimental funk, and psychedelic jazz into a mesmerizing live experience.

Dubbed "Prince’s last bassist" and praised by Flea as "the greatest electric bass player," MonoNeon delivers a show that’s as visually striking as it is sonically groundbreaking.

Don’t miss this rare chance to witness a true innovator redefine live music!

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Mon June 16, 8.30pm; RMB280

Bandai Namco Shanghai Base, 179 Yichang Lu, by Jiangning Lu, Putuo District 宜昌路179号, 近江宁路


Tuesday

We Love Disney Quiz @ BNC

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Next week's Tuesday quiz at BNC is We Love Disney. Entry is absolutely free and—as alwaysthere will be great prizes on offer.

If all that excitement is not enough for you, it is Pie & Mash Club (RMB68), while liquor is a double for the price of a single from 8pm!

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

Tue June 17, 7.30pm; Free Entry

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


Trivia Tues @ RIINK

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Every Tuesday starting at 8pm, Trivia Night at RIINK, simple trivia to tease your brain. There are six rounds of fun trivia, with a RMB200 bar tab for the winner!

Bring your friends, form a team, food and drinks served till late, participants enjoy happy hour all night long.

Tue June 17, 8-10pm; 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


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