Discover Shanghai's top events from Aug 5-16, 2026: live music, comedy, pool parties, and family shows. Many events offer free entry. Find full details and deals in our weekly guide.
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Wednesday
Pub Quiz & British Buffet @ Guinness Social
The Wednesday quiz returns to Guinness Social after its summer recess. And enjoy a British buffet for just RMB98.
Wed Aug 5, 7.30pm; Free Entry
Guinness Social by Butler & White's, No. 7-7, Tianzifang, Lane 210 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu, Huangpu District 田子坊7号7室, 泰康路210弄, 近思南路
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FOTO LIVE @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai hosts 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 music.
READ MORE: 2 New Shows at Fotografiska Shanghai
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Wed Aug 5, 8-10pm; RMB80, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai, 4/F, 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Wednesday & Thursday
Five Elements Feast @ The Merchants
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Two nights. Two floors. One journey beyond the five elements.
Downstairs, DAYOU The Merchants hosts a 10-hand culinary summit—chefs from Jie Xiang Lou, Au Jardin, Naar, Locavore NXT, and DAYOU unite for a fire-to-earth feast that reimagines Chinese cuisine without borders. Michelin mentors, Asia's Best regulars, one table.
Then the night climbs upstairs.
BARC—Nepal's breakout star, ranked among Asia's 50 Best Bars and winner of the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award—lands at AETHER.
Sagar Singh, Akash Pache Magar, and Umesh Shrestha pour Nepal in every glass: Timur pepper, Ayla rice spirit, mountain fruits, forgotten recipes made new.
From 8pm until sold out. After the feast, discover what lies beyond.
Reservations: +86 136 0198 9133
Wed & Thu Aug 5 & 6
The Merchants, 52 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Lu, Xuhui District 永福路52号，进复兴中路
Thursday
Mahjong Night @ RIINK
If you enjoy playing mahjong or have been wanting to learn, head on down to RIINK this Thursday for a fun night of tiles and friendly competition.
All skill levels are welcome and there is a prize for the winner of the evening. Plus, all players get discounts on tasty diner food and drinks.
Come for the game, stay for the gossip and good company. And there's also karaoke if you like to sing!
Scan the code to sign up.
Thu Aug 6, 6.30pm-Late; RMB25
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
Ted Lasso @ Guinness Social
Celebrate the return of Ted Lasso!
Enjoy a hearty plate of any pie, mash, and chips with rich gravy, paired with a pint of Guinness or other draft beer—all for just RMB98.
Thu Aug 6, 7.30pm; Free Entry
Guinness Social by Butler & White's, No. 7-7, Tianzifang, Lane 210 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu, Huangpu District 田子坊7号7室, 泰康路210弄, 近思南路
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Friday
Cages Comedy Corner: Ian Badenhorst @ Cages
This Friday, get down to Cages Bar and Sports for the soft opening of Cages Comedy Corner, a new weekly comedy night.
The first installment features Ian Badenhorst, a South African comedian and recipient of the That's Shanghai People's Choice Comedian of the Year Award.
He is a veteran figure in China's international comedy scene and a mentor to many young comedians.
With over a decade of stand-up experience, Ian has been producing comedy shows since arriving in China nearly 20 years ago.
He was the first full-time professional English stand-up comedian in the country and has toured major theaters nationwide with the Spicy Comedy All Stars.
READ MORE: Ian Badenhorst on Passion, Pain & the Shanghai Comedy Scene
The event will be hosted by Chin Wang, with a guest appearance from Han Q.
Fri Aug 7, 8pm; RMB168, includes one drink
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
Stormers v All Blacks @ Guinness Social
The All Blacks kick off their tour of South African with a game against the Stormers.
Sat Aug 8, 1am; Free Entry
Guinness Social by Butler & White's, No. 7-7, Tianzifang, Lane 210 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu, Huangpu District 田子坊7号7室, 泰康路210弄, 近思南路
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Friday & Saturday
Vintage Skate Party @ RIINK
Roll back in time at the Vintage Skate Party at RIINK!
Celebrate on August 7 with Jukebox DIY—pick your favorite tracks and skate to your own soundtrack.
On August 8, groove to 80s, 90s, and 2000s pop, hip-hop, and R&B hits.
Dress in colorful old-school style for rewards, enjoy song requests and special deals, and soak up an inclusive vibe that's perfect for beginners.
Roll in and ride the retro wave!
Fri & Sat Aug 7 & 8, 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
VIVAT FOOTBALL @ Theatre YOUNG
VIVAT FOOTBALL brings the energy of the pitch to the stage, with a performance that blends freestyle football, theater, and live music.
World champion freestyler Daniel Pražák joins musician badfocus to tell an inspiring story about determination, dreams, and never giving up.
When nerves take over, the hero grabs a ball—because if you can master the ball, you can master life.
Directed by award-winning duo Petr Boháč and Miřenka Čechová (Fringe First winners, Washington Post Best of), the show speaks to ages 6+.
Performed in Czech with Czech and Chinese subtitles, it motivates young audiences everywhere to find their own path to excellence.
From makeshift balls to spinning multiple at once, the show celebrates heroes, failure as growth, and the joy of trying again.
This is a high-energy, visually striking performance for anyone who has ever chased a dream—on or off the field.
Language: Czech with Czech and Chinese subtitles
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Fri Aug 7, 7.30pm
Sat Aug 8, 2pm & 7.30pm
RMB180-380, discounted group tickets also available
Theatre YOUNG, 1155 Kongjiang Lu, Yangpu District 上海市杨浦区控江路1155号
Saturday
¥88 Fiesta @ TOMATITO
August 8th is coming in hot at TOMATITO, with two RMB88 deals to honor the auspicious date.
Sat Aug 8, 11.30am-10.30pm; RMB88
TOMATITO, 3/F, W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu, Huangpu District 湖滨路168号无限极荟购物中心3楼W08-10, 近济南路
Pop Hits Through the Years @ Abbey Road
Ksenua and Rolo put on a poptastic night!
Sat Aug 8, from 7.45pm; Free Entry
Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路
Sunday
We Love the 2010s Quiz @ BNC
The quiz theme at BNC this Sunday is We Love the 2010s!
Family-friendly, entry to the quiz is absolutely free and there are great prizes on offer, as well as new menu items to try.
Better still, enjoy three hours of free flow drinks for just RMB168!
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your spot.
Sun Aug 9, from 1pm; Free Entry
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
Family Show: 2000s Pop @ The Pearl
A high-energy 2000s pop celebration featuring the biggest chart-toppers from Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Britney Spears, and more.
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Sun Aug 9, from 4pm
Adult Free-Flow RMB199, includes 3 hours free-flow drinks
Adult Standard RMB100
Ages 6-12 RMB60
Under 5s free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Monday-Friday
India’s 80th Independence Day: Tiranga Food Carnival @ Around Town
Celebrate India’s 80th Independence Day with the Tiranga Food Carnival, a vibrant five-day culinary journey across five top restaurants.
Enjoy exclusive buffet dinners with specially curated menus that showcase authentic regional flavors. Each evening features food, fun quizzes, and games with attractive prizes.
Entry is free for children under 8, and just RMB138 per person for ages above. Spaces are limited—register two days in advance.
Aug 10–14, 7–10pm; RMB138
Around town, see daily restaurant on poster above
Ongoing
Tian Di: Paintings by Vera Fuchsluger & Coralie Horsnell @ Garden Books
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An artistic dialogue between earth and sky. Vera Fuchsluger’s fluid, emotional landscapes meet Coralie Horsnell’s bold, aerial abstractions in Tian Di (Heaven & Earth).
The exhibition explores nature, memory, and transformation through two distinct visual languages—where gesture meets structure, and the imagined takes flight.
Until Aug 14, 9.30am-10pm; Free Entry
Garden Books, 325 Changle Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Xuhui District 长乐路325号, 近陕西南路
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The Rooster Brownie @ The Rooster
Dessert lovers, this one's for you. Meet The Rooster Brownie—their featured dessert for August.
They start with a rich, fudgy chocolate brownie served warm, then top it with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, a swirl of fluffy whipped cream, and a decadent drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Every bite is the perfect balance of warm and cold, rich and creamy, soft and indulgent. Whether you're ending a meal, sharing with a friend, or simply treating yourself, this is the kind of dessert worth saving room for.
All Aug; RMB48
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
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Margarita of the Month: Watermelon Firecracker @ Tacolicious
Summer isn’t over yet, and Tacolicious has one more margarita for the road.
The Watermelon Firecracker is made with fresh watermelon, tequila, lime, agave, and Thai chili, shaken cold and served with a spicy-salty rim.
Fresh watermelon keeps it light and refreshing, while the Thai chili adds a little heat at the end.
It’s an easy one for a hot Shanghai afternoon, a night of tacos, or whenever you need something cold in your hand.
All Aug; RMB75
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For a limited time, snag RMB100 Tacolicious vouchers for just RMB80!
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Tacolicious, Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路
Looking Ahead
Sara Mesa in Her Own Words – Reading 'Un amor' with Its Author @ Instituto Cervantes
As part of Shanghai International Literature Week, Instituto Cervantes Shanghai will host a bilingual Spanish-Chinese event with Spanish writer Sara Mesa, moderated by Salvador Marinaro, professor at Fudan University.
Conceived as an open reading club that encourages questions from the audience, the event will explore different aspects of Un amor, the author’s first book to be translated into Chinese.
The novel, which was adapted for the screen by renowned filmmaker Isabel Coixet, explores power dynamics in relationships, desire, vulnerability, and the limits of individual freedom.
Wed Aug 12, 6.30pm; Free Entry
Instituto Cervantes, 208 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, Xuhui District 安福路208号，近乌露木齐中路
Giant Tetris Block Interactive Light Show @ ROCKBUND
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This summer, ROCKBUND revives its Giant Tetris Block Interactive Light Show for a limited run.
Unlike passive displays, this experience lets participants control the action—their moves magnified onto building façades.
It transforms a small-screen classic into a large-scale public spectacle, blending nostalgia with urban playfulness.
Thu-Sun Aug 13–16, 7-9pm
RMB39 for 1 game + 1 drink at Luneurs
RMB89 for 2 games + 1 cocktail at Naive.
ROCKBUND Museum Square, 118 Beijing Dong Lu, by Huqiu Lu, Huangpu District 北京东路118号, 近虎丘路
Schubert’s Works for Guitar & Voice @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Shanghai welcomes the Chinese premiere of Schubert’s rarely heard guitar-and-voice repertoire.
Grammy-winning Baroque soprano María Cristina Kiehr and ECM’s first classical guitarist Pablo Márquez join forces for an intimate journey through Schubert’s poetic garden.
The program features 18 art songs set to verses by Goethe, Schiller, and other Romantic poets—including beloved pieces like Ständchen and Die Post in their original guitar arrangements.
Spanning Schubert’s golden creative years, this 90-minute recital at promises a pure, healing musical experience.
A rare encounter with two world-class artists making their China debuts.
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Fri Aug 14, 7.30pm; RMB180-380
Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路
Street Dance Theater: Inspired by the Eastern Wind @ SIDC
This groundbreaking production fuses street dance with Eastern philosophy, drawing inspiration from Zhuge Liang's legendary "borrowing the east wind" to celebrate the fighting spirit of contemporary Chinese youth.
Featuring hip-hop, locking, house, popping, and waacking, the piece transforms street dance into refined professional theater art.
Directed by Rao Yuhong and Ye Zheng, this acclaimed work earned a four-star review from The Scotsman at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and has been selected for the China Shanghai International Arts Festival Rising Artists' Works.
A dynamic celebration of seizing opportunities with confidence and poise.
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Aug 14, 7.30pm
Aug 15, 2pm & 7.30pm
RMB200
Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路
Aqua Fiesta Pool Party @ Radisson Blu Forest Manor Shanghai Hongqiao
The moment you’ve been waiting for is here—Aqua Fiesta is back!
Space Panda brings you Shanghai’s most anticipated pool party, reimagined with even more energy and excitement.
Get ready for an electrifying soundtrack as five DJs spin house, tech, and sun-soaked anthems from day to night.
This isn’t just a pool party, it’s a full-blown sensory spectacle, starring Shanghai’s most vibrant crowd.
Whether it's basking in the sun by the pool, dancing to the music in the water, or having a ball game on the beach, Aqua Fiesta is your ultimate summer getaway.
Step into a tropical paradise as Radisson Blu Forest Manor Shanghai Hongqiao is transformed into the city’s hottest aquatic playground.
From laid-back daytime vibes to golden-hour beats and after-dark energy, Aqua Fiesta is your passport to the ultimate summer escape.
Early Bird RMB188, until Aug 13
Presale RMB228
Door RMB268
Includes one welcome drink
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For table booking and more info, please contact WeChat ID: 131 2059 4161
Sat Aug 15, 12 noon-9pm; RMB188-228, includes one drink
Radisson Blu Forest Manor Hongqiao, 839 Jinfeng Lu, by Tianshan Xi Lu, Minhang District 金丰路839号, 近天山西路
Ethnic Impressions – Cello and Piano Concert by Yibai Chen & Boyang Shi @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Experience an evening of profound musical storytelling as cellist Yibai Chen and pianist Boyang Shi join forces for Ethnic Impressions, a program exploring folk-infused masterworks from Central Europe.
The recital opens with Kodály's lyrical Sonatina, followed by Bartók's spirited First Rhapsody, and Dvořák's G Major Sonatina in a rich cello transcription.
After intermission, Grieg's dramatic A minor Sonata brings the program to a powerful close.
Chen, a BBC New Generation Artist and Queen Elisabeth Competition laureate, has been hailed for playing that "takes us to another world," while Shi, a Shanghai Conservatory associate professor, is celebrated for her "exquisitely refined palette of sound."
Together, this internationally acclaimed duo delivers performances of breathtaking intensity and sensitivity.
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Sat Aug 15, 7.30pm, RMB180-380
Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路
How to Train Your Dragon in Concert @ West Bund Theatre
Soar into a world of adventure and wonder with How to Train Your Dragon in Concert, a spectacular film-to-live event at Shanghai's West Bund Theatre.
Experience the beloved tale of the young Viking Hiccup and his unlikely friendship with the fierce dragon Toothless on a grand scale.
This isn't just a movie screening—it's a full sensory immersion. Watch the complete, high-definition film on a giant screen while a live symphony orchestra performs John Powell’s Oscar-nominated score directly beneath it.
Every soaring melody and rhythmic beat will pulse through the theater, making the thrilling flights and heartfelt moments more powerful than ever.
Perfect for fans of all ages, this event is a must-see for anyone who believes in the power of courage and friendship.
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Aug 15 & 16, 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080
West Bund Theatre, 2290 Longteng Da Dao, by Longyao Lu, Xuhui District 龙腾大道2290号, 近龙耀路
Singapore 61st Birthday Party @ Homeslice Kitchen
After last year's sold-out event, Homeslice and Noodle Uncle are making their Singapore National Day celebration an annual tradition.
This year's SG61 party sees the return of Chef Joey Cheong's chilli crab pizza, alongside har cheong gai, Homeslice's Singapore Sling slushies, and a new Bandung soda.
There will also be a Mambo Jambo tribute DJ set from Jung & Kelly—celebrating the iconic Sunday afternoon dance parties that became a Singapore institution at Zouk in the 1980s and 90s.
Reservations via WeChat: zl654956009
Sun Aug 16, 2-6pm; Free Entry
Homeslice Kitchen, Shankang Li, 358 Kangding Lu, Bldg 3, Unit 103, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 康定路358号3幢103室
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