The 25 Best Things to Do This Week in Suzhou

By That's, November 5, 2018

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That's Suzhou picks the best things to do in the city each week.

Nov 9: Welcome to At One International Festival


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The inaugural At One International Festival is a celebration of the mind, body and spirit, seeking to address the challenges of urban living. Come celebrate the occasion and learn all about relational learning, connections, ideas and practices that will change your life forever. The festival is comprised of five parts – performances, workshops, exhibitions, food and a bazaar, all carefully created and curated with the intention of broadening your horizon, inspiring the release of creative energy, and to discover the beauty of oneness with self, with others and with nature.

Fri-Sat Nov 9-11, RMB80-760RMB. Sangha by Octave, see event listing.

Nov 10: Julien Beaudiment


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Having performed alongside famous symphony orchestras in Europe, North America and Asia, French flautist Julien Beaudiment will grace the stage at the Suzhou Culture and Arts Centre for one afternoon on November 10.

Sat, Nov 10, 2pm. RMB10. Suzhou Culture & Arts Center, see event listing (www.sscac.com.cn)

Nov 11: Now You See Me Live


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Embarking on a 10-city China tour from November to January, this cutting edge live magic show Now You See Me arrives in Suzhou on November 11 for two shows. Conceived in 2014 by The Works Entertainment, millions around the world have been mesmerized by the trickeries and visual manipulations. 

Sun, Nov 11, 2pm & 7.30pm. RMB180-580. Suzhou Culture & Arts Center, see event listing (www.sscac.com.cn)

Nov 11: Singles Day at Hemingway

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Enjoy some of Suzhou's best drinks on Singles Day at two for the price of one. The deal applies to all drinks by the glass, including wines, beers, mixed drinks, spirits, cocktails and mocktails. Hemingway will be open on Sunday, November 11, and closed on Monday, November 12.

Sun, Nov 11, 8pm-midnight. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Through Nov 18: Masters of Bamboo


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A collection of Japanese baskets from the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco will be on display at the Suzhou Museum. Comprised of nearly 900 items acquired by philanthropist Lloyd Cotsen since the 1950s, these pieces reflect his unique insight into art, as well as the dynamic interplay of Eastern and Western aesthetics. 

Through Sunday, Nov 18. Suzhou Museum, see event listing

Through Dec 12: Gu Zhihao Rosewood Furniture Exhibition


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Since Ming dynasty, Suzhou's famous rosewood furniture have played an important role in Chinese interior design, and this form of craftsmanship continued to grow throughout the Qing dynasty. Gu Zhihao, one of the city's leading proprietors of these wooden furniture pieces in modern times, is highlighting some chairs, cabinets and desks that he has created over his career at this exhibition at the Suzhou Museum.

Through Wed, Dec 12. Suzhou Museum, see event listing

All Month Long: Morton's Power Hour

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Get ready for the fall with one of the best power hours in town! Available every day from 5-7pm.

Daily, 5-7pm. Morton's Grille Suzhou, see event listing.

Mondays: Whisky Sour and Amaretto Sour Mondays

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Kick start your week with special prices on Hemingway's signature cocktails every Mondays. Try a whisky sour or amaretto sour for just RMB40!

Every week, Mondays. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Tuesdays: Burger Tuesday


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Want a meal that will stick to your ribs? Buy a Texas Burger or Classic Beef Burger and get one Stellar draft beer for free at TBoat. Tuesdays just got a whole lot better. 

Every week, Tuesdays, RMB38. TBoat, see event listing

Tuesdays: RMB20 Tacos at El Luchador

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Taco Tuesday! Every Tuesday, El Luchador serves up RMB20 tacos from 6pm onwards to make the world a better place. Choose from an array of selected tacos and dig in!

Every week, Tuesdays, 6pm onwards. El Luchador Tacos & Tequila, see event listing.

Tuesdays: Camel Pub Quiz

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Every Tuesday, James Brown, the Hardest Working Man in Show Quizness, challenges with 10 rounds testing a wide variety of subjects ranging from general knowledge, film and current affairs questions. A total of RMB800 in Camel vouchers are up for grabs, plus plenty of shots to keep the atmosphere lively and competitive.

Every week, Tuesdays, 8pm-late. The Camel Sports Bar Suzhou, see event listing.

Tuesdays: Taco Tuesdays at Amigos

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It's Taco Tuesday every week at Amigos! Enjoy all-you-can-eat tacos for a whole three hours for just RMB88. Choose from hard or soft shell variations with chicken, beef or beans and cheese. Please note that the deal applies with one drink minimum.

Every week, Tuesdays. Amigos Tex-Mex, see event listing.

Tuesdays: Mojito Tuesdays at Hemingway

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Havana Rum always works best with mint and lime. Try Hemingway's classic mojito on Tuesdays and pay just RMB40!

Every week, Tuesdays. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Tuesdays: Top Shelf Tuesdays at Pulp Fiction

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Every Tuesday, enjoy top shelf drinks at rock bottom prices from Pulp Fiction! There will be deals on a wide range of spirits, including Hendrick's, Grey Goose, Glenfiddich and more. Starting from 9pm, you'll also be able to join in on an amateur pool tournament for the chance to win RMB400 prize vouchers. Happy hour specials will be available for all participants.

Every week, Tuesdays. Pulp Fiction, see event listing.

Wednesdays: Name That Tune Bingo at Pulp Fiction

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Head over to Pulp Fiction every Wednesday for Name That Tune Bingo. Test your song knowledge during four rounds of musical fun and enjoy buy-one-get-one deals on selected cocktails. There's also RMB50 dining deals, including a jumbo hotdog + chips + Carlsberg pint combo from 7-10pm and kebabs from 10pm to midnight.

Wednesdays, 9pm-late. Pulp Fiction, see event listing.

Wednesdays: RMB50 Burritos at El Luchador

Burrito Deal at El Luchador Suzhou
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Wednesdays just got a whole lot better. From 6pm onwards, get burritos for RMB50 each at El Luchador. Add RMB15, and you'll get a refreshing Corona or a delicious frozen margarita. Don't miss this deal available every Wednesday.

Every week, Wednesdays, 6pm onwards. El Luchador Tacos & Tequila, see event listing.

Wednesdays: Sabor Latino - Salsa Wednesday

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This fall, Hemingway and Love2Salsa are bringing you back to the dancefloor. Join them every Wednesday from 9pm for an evening of salsa, kizomba and bachata! There will also be one free salsa class. Plenty of drink and food specials will also be available, as well as deals for students.

Every week, Wednesdays, 9pm onwards. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Wednesdays: Tequila Sunrise Wednesdays at Hemingway

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Head over to Hemingway before Sabor Latino salsa nights to enjoy their drink specials. Try Hemingway's tequila sunrise for only RMB40! 

Every week, Wednesdays. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Thursdays: El Luchador Ladies Night

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It's Ladies Night every Thursday at El Luchador! There will be free margaritas for all senoritas, plus Latin and salsa tunes to keep you moving. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour deals all night long starting from 7pm.

Every week, Thursdays. El Luchador, see event listing.

Thursdays: Daiquiri Thursdays at Hemingway

Daiquiri Thursdays at Hemingway
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Ernest Hemingway had a favorite drink: the Daiquiri. Try Hemingway Lounge & Terrace's spin on it every Thursday for RMB40.

Every week, Thursdays. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.

Thursdays: Student Party at Pulp Fiction

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Pulp Fiction presents its weekly Student Party every Thursday. Students can enjoy RMB20 drink specials all night long starting from 9pm while dancing along to pop, Latin, hip hop, trap, reggaeton and other hot beats. And don't miss out on the beer pong tournament!

Every week, Thursdays, 9pm-late. Pulp Fiction, see event listing.

Fridays: Taco Friday


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If you're looking for a taco fix, TBoat is serving chicken, fish and beef tacos every Friday for only RMB35. If you wanna get a little boozy you can get a Corona and three tacos of your choice for RMB120.

Weekly, RMB35-120. TBoat, see event listing.

Fridays & Saturdays: Live Music at Morton's Grille


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Morton's Grille has an excellent lineup of bands playing every Friday and Saturday night. Think jazz, blues, Latin and the best of classic rock. As always they'll serve up their signature classic dishes and hand-crafted cocktails.

Every week, 7pm-late. Morton's Grille Suzhou, see event listing

Weekends: Auténtico Mexicano Weekend Brunch

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Brunch with a punch... of flavor! Come for El Luchador's brunch of champions every weekend, where they'll be serving authentic Mexican food. For only RMB138, you can get free flow Coronas, sangria and house frozen margaritas from 11am-3pm. Enjoy Latin Vibes throughout the day with Bachata, Bossa Nova and Latin Jazz music.

Every week, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-3pm, RMB138 free flow. El Luchador Tacos & Tequila, see event listing.

Sundays: Sunday Brunch at Il Milione

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End the weekend in style with Il Milione’s Bubbly Sunday Brunch. Every Sunday from 11am to 3pm enjoy an assorted Italian antipasti and dessert buffet on the bar with items changing weekly and pizza and pasta go-around. Top it off with free-flow of prosecco, white wine or red wine at just RMB118!

Every week, Sundays, 11am-3pm, RMB158-268. Il Milione, see event listing.


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