Shanghai Halloween 2026 guide: 30 events Oct 28–Nov 14, from free family costume parades to live jazz (RMB80) and immersive theater (RMB199).
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Wednesday
Wok-N-Roll Wednesday @ Parlay
Your favorite American-Chinese classics are taking over Parlay for one night only—and it's going to get loud.
Dig into a menu of takeout-style staples done right: Orange Chicken, Firecracker Shrimp, and Beef & Broccoli.
Pair it all with cocktails by Julu Gin and settle in, because Doppler Drive is bringing live music to the stage from 7pm.
Let's Wok-N-Roll!
Wed Oct 28, 6pm until sold out; Live music from 7pm
Parlay, Shankang Li, 808 Shaanxi Bei Lu, Bld 18, #103 陕西北路808号陕康里18幢103室
FOTO LIVE: Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai hosts FOTO LIVE, showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth-floor lounge stage.
Smooth jazz, signature drinks, unforgettable vibes. Catch Braccus Beats featuring Toby Mak on trumpet, Scott Dennison on guitar, Tural Ali on piano, Fred Grenade on bass, and Jordan Bertrand on drums. Indulge in handcrafted cocktails, smooth jazz, and a variety of small dishes 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.
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Wed Oct 28, 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
Thursday-Sunday
Halloween Week @ Lawry's The Prime Rib
No tricks, just legendary treats. Satisfy your carnivorous cravings this Halloween week with Lawry's. Sink your teeth into their signature slow-roasted prime rib, plus more surprises, from a weekday lunch set to a weekend brunch.
Don't miss out. Come hungry.
Call 021-62111778 or scan the QR code to reserve.
Oct 29 – Nov 1; Pricing TBC
Lawry's The Prime Rib, No. 168 Wuyi Road, WYSH B1 Level 武夷路168号，WYSH翡悦里B1层
Thursday
ATICA x Terrakota – Tapas Night @ ATICA
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The Mediterranean meets the Atlantic—and Tapas Night is back!
ATICA and Terrakota are teaming up once again for an evening where Mediterranean flavors collide with Atlantic vibes. Expect a night of tapas, drinks, and good company as the two brands bring their signature styles together under one roof.
Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—and raise a glass to a collaboration that's as unexpected as it is delicious.
Reservations recommended—DM to book your spot.
Thu Oct 29, from 5pm
ATICA, 5/F, 82 Xinle Lu, by Xiangyang Bei Lu, Xuhui District 新乐路82号5楼，近襄阳北路
Four Senses Guest Shift: Whispers of the Steppe @ Bar Bud
Where nomadic heritage meets the art of modern mixology. On October 29, Bar Bud hosts a sensory journey shaped by the untamed spirit of the Mongolian grasslands.
Bar Bud is honored to welcome Zaya Ganbat (Founder of Four Senses, Mongolia) and Narangoo for a one-night-only guest shift. Four Senses is Mongolia’s pioneer in sustainable mixology—where eco-conscious craft meets ancient nomadic wisdom. Every cocktail served is a homage to nature, balance, and responsible passion.
Step out of the city hustle and sip the essence of the wild earth.
RSVP: +86 136 0198 9133
Thu Oct 29, from 8pm until sold out
Bar Bud, 2/F, #52 Yongfu Road, Xuhui District 上海市徐汇区永福路52号二楼
Friday
Panthers v Packers @ The Rooster
The Rooster hosts an epic Game Day clash as the Carolina Panthers face off against the Green Bay Packers.
Morning happy hour features screwdrivers and bloody marys at happy hour prices.
Beer, burgers, wings, and sports.
Fri Oct 30, 8.15am; Free Entry
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!
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Golf4Hearts Annual Charity Golf Tournament @ Shanghai West Country Club
Calling all golfers, good and bad!
Join the 6th annual Golf4Hearts Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, October 30 at Shanghai West Country Club. Funds raised will provide heart surgeries for children in need.
Enjoy a fun day of golf, food, prizes, and meeting like-minded people. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Non-golfers can also participate through the experience center program, offering booths to showcase products/services, build a social-responsibility profile, and connect with multinational audiences and decision makers.
Sponsorship opportunities available. Contact Jordan through the QR code.
Take care of those in need! Be a life changer!
Fri Oct 30, from 10.30am
Shanghai West Country Club
Serrano & Wine @ Morena by Azul
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An evening of delicious food, wine, and live jamón carving awaits.
Joining the table is Rex Han, a professional jamón carver, who will share the art of slicing Serrano ham throughout the evening.
Enjoy six Serrano-inspired courses prepared by Morena by Azul, paired with six wines selected and provided by Vinosfera, with Serrano ham provided by Consorcio Serrano.
Fri Oct 30, 7pm; RMB359 early bird, RMB370 event day
Morena by Azul, Shankang Li, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu, Jing'an District 静安区康定路358号陕康里
Limited spots available — reserve yours soon!
Friday & Saturday
He Who Falls @ SIDC
Internationally renowned artist Yoann Bourgeois, whose choreography has appeared with Coldplay, Harry Styles, and FKA twigs, brings his acclaimed work, He Who Falls, to Shanghai.
Six performers stand on an unstable platform that shakes, loses horizontality, and spins faster—like shipwrecked souls on a raft.
They adapt to physical forces beyond their control, struggling to maintain balance in a mesmerizing exploration of gravity, trust, and human vulnerability.
Bourgeois, described by The New York Times as "a dramatist of physics," blends circus arts, dance, and theater.
Part of the 25th China Shanghai International Arts Festival, the show supported by Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
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Fri & Sat Oct 30 & 31; RMB180-880
Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Creation: Pictures for Dorian @ Theatre YOUNG
Gob Squad, the British-German artist collective founded in 1994 and now based in Berlin, presents Creation: Pictures for Dorian.
Inspired by Oscar Wilde's Dorian Gray, the work explores beauty, morality, ageing, and power through the dynamic between artist, subject, and spectator.
Four Gob Squad performers are joined by six Shanghai guest performers across generations. Using cameras, frames, rotating plinths, and mirrored screens, the collective meditates on youth and age, art and life, visibility and invisibility.
Language: English and Chinese
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Fri & Sat Oct 30 & 31, 7.30pm
Sun Nov 1, 2pm
RMB180-580
Theatre YOUNG, 1155 Kongjiang Lu, Yangpu District 上海市杨浦区控江路1155号
Saturday
Celebrity Traitors: Series 2 Finale Replay @ Guinness Social
Who got banished, and who takes the gold? Find out as Guinness Social hosts a special replay of the Celebrity Traitors Series 2 Finale.
Gather around their very own Banishment Table to watch the drama unfold, all while tucking into a massive breakfast buffet.
For RMB118, load up on scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, yogurt, sausages, baked beans, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, black pudding, toast & jams, a fruit platter, and syrup toffee pancakes.
It's the perfect way to start your Halloween. Scan the QR code to book with Mark.
Sat Oct 31, 10am; Breakfast buffet RMB118
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 (Enter at Gate 1)
Crunch & Lunch @ Morena by Azul
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Sweat together, then eat together. The Megaformer Lab is teaming up with Morena by Azul for a special Halloween workout and lunch combo.
Kick things off with a 45-minute Lagree class at The Megaformer Lab SKL, then head downstairs to Morena by Azul to refuel. Class participants can add on a delicious lunch set for just RMB118 (service charge included). The dress code is all black with a touch of orange.
The Set includes one choice from each category:
Bread: To start the table
Starter: Tuna tostada or Latino beef spring rolls
Appetizer: Daily soup, smoked salmon, or chicken salad
Main: Flatbreads, smash burger, pastas, lasagna & more
Dessert: Peruvian flan, churros, or cheesecake
Drink: Lemonade, juice, soda, coffee, or tea
Scan the QR code to book.
Sat Oct 31. Crunch at 12.15pm; Lunch at 1pm. Lunch add-on RMB118 (class participants only)
Morena by Azul, Shankang Li, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu, Jing'an District 静安区康定路358号陕康里6栋一层101
Trick or Treat Fun Costume Parade @ SKL
Little sprites, assemble! SKL is hosting a massive Halloween celebration for the whole family this weekend.
Join the Trick-or-Treat fun running from Friday evening through Sunday, and make sure the kids are ready for the Costume Parade at 2pm on Saturday. The first 50 kids to participate will score an awesome goodie bag.
Plus, Morena by Azul is setting up a jumping castle to keep the little ones entertained all day long.
Note: Children joining the costume parade must register at Homeslice Kitchen before the event starts.
Costume Parade: Sat Oct 31, 2pm
Trick-or-Treat: Runs Oct 30, 5pm - Nov 1, 8pm
Both Free Entry
SKL, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu, Jing'an District 静安区康定路358号
Echoes of Life: Yu Yuan and Wang Liya Flute & Piano Recital @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Echoes of Life: Yu Yuan and Wang Liya Flute & Piano Recital comes to Shanghai Concert Hall on Saturday, October 31.
Berlin Konzerthaus Orchestra principal flutist Yu Yuan and Wang Liya, first Chinese mainland pianist to win the ARD International Music Competition, unite on stage.
The program spans Reinecke, Tchaikovsky, Scriabin, Duigou and Prokofiev, with a special encore appearance by flutist Ma Yong.
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Sat Oct 31, 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
FOTO LIVE: Brazilian Jazz Encounter @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai hosts FOTO LIVE, showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth-floor lounge stage.
Kick off the weekend with a Brazilian Jazz Encounter featuring Moises Borges and Ellen Zou on vocals and guitar. Expect an intimate evening exploring Samba, Bossa Nova, and beyond. 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.
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Sat Oct 31, 8-10pm; RMB100, 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
Saturday & Sunday
Jiashan Lane Fall Market @ Powerise Pioneer
Get ready for a cozy autumn weekend at the Jiashan Lane Market Fall Market.
Shop a seasonal lineup of exquisite crafts, local products, and artisan food and drinks while enjoying the crisp fall atmosphere.
The market is free to enter and completely pet friendly, so bring your friends, family, and furry companions along for a perfect weekend outing.
Sat & Sun Oct 31 & Nov 1, 11am–8pm; Free Entry
Powerise Pioneer, 207 Menzi Road, by Exit 3, Madang Rd Station 蒙自路207号，近马当路地铁站3号口
Sunday
We Love Halloween Quiz + Carvery @ BNC
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This week's theme quiz at BNC is We Love Halloween. Family-friendly—there is a crafts table to entertain kids—entry to the quiz is absolutely free and there are great prizes on offer.
The carvery is just RMB128 for adults, lasts from 1-4pm, and includes two meats (which change each week), two types of potato, three veg, and—of course—Yorkshire puddings with your choice of beef or onion gravy and horseradish.
Better still, you can add three hours of free flow drinks for just RMB168!
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your spot.
Sun Nov 1, 1pm; Free Entry
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
Alice and the Wonderland Adventure @ The Pearl
This weekend, open the door to a world of imagination.
This annual Family Art Showcase returns with young and emerging talents from different creative disciplines coming together on one stage.
Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked, and other magical fantasy musicals and stories, the afternoon features aerial arts, live music, dance, circus, theatre, fashion, and more.
Alice serves as a guide into a world where familiar characters, new stories and different artistic styles can appear at any moment. It's not about recreating one story; it's about bringing many magical worlds together.
Different talents. Different worlds. One unforgettable family afternoon.
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Sun Nov 1, doors open 1pm, showcase starts 2pm; Adults RMB150, Kids 6-12 RMB60, Under 5 Free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Saturn Club: Street Fighter Offline Event @ LUMINA Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
An afternoon of Street Fighter is taking over Shanghai—whether you're a seasoned competitor or a first-timer, all skill levels are welcome.
Play using modern or classic controls, jump into casual matches or test your skills in competitive play, and connect with fellow fighting game enthusiasts in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Expect Street Fighter 6, some classic retro games, and plenty of fun.
Enjoy tacos and quality drinks while playing, socializing, and experiencing the thrill of real-life, in-person gaming. Step away from the screen and press some buttons under a new paradigm of offline social events.
Sun Nov 1, 4pm; Free Entry
LUMINA Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, No. 346-2 Hongfeng Lu 红枫路346号-2
Dmitri Alexeev @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Dmitri Alexeev, the Russian piano virtuoso and Leeds Competition gold medalist, returns to Shanghai Concert Hall after a sold-out 2025 appearance.
The recital features Liszt's 'Variations on a Theme of Bach' and his transcriptions of Schubert songs and Wagner's 'Isoldens Liebestod,' plus Chopin's 'Nocturne in A-flat major,' 'Op. 32 No. 2,' and Schumann's 'Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13,' with posthumous variations.
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Sun Nov 1, 7.30pm, RMB180-580
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
Tuesday
Melbourne Cup 2026 Luncheon @ mr willis
Save the date! Join Shanghai Sunrise at mr willis for a fabulous Melbourne Cup day celebration. From 10am to 2pm, enjoy a fun race atmosphere and a delicious lunch.
Ladies, wear your best dress and hat; gentlemen, don your suit and hat. There will be prizes for Best Dressed and Best Hat.
Tickets are RMB598 and include free-flow drinks.Don't miss out on this stylish event for a great cause.
Reservations: 187 0191 8529
Tue Nov 3, 10am-2pm; RMB598, includes free flow drinks
mr willis, 3F, 195 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu
Taixu Dreamscape @ 1862 Theatre
In 1940s occupied Haicheng, an opera troupe is forced to stage The Dream of Red Mansions by foreign powers using five travel passes as bait.
But as betrayals unfold and the truth emerges, the passes reveal themselves as fiction—everyone, including the city, exists only as preordained code in a vast program.
Taixu Dreamscape revolutionizes traditional theater. Wearing Apple Vision Pro, six live performers merge with virtual characters as you explore a 360° world where reality and illusion coexist.
Powered by the world's first theatrical deployment of 4D Gaussian Splatting, this 60-minute walking immersive experience has no fixed seats. Wherever you stand becomes your private camera angle.
Normally priced at RMB298-398, we are selling tickets to performances of TAIXU Dreamscape for just RMB199.
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Age: 16+.
Language: Chinese.
Note: No eyeglasses under the headset (contact lenses recommended). Not suitable for pregnant women, those 65+, or individuals with epilepsy, heart conditions, or hypertension. No late entry after 15 minutes.
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Daily, 3.30pm, 5pm, 7pm & 8.30pm; RMB199
1862 Theatre, 1777 Binjiang Dadao, by Rizhao Lu, Pudong District 滨江大道1777号, 近日照路
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Seychelles: The Beauty of an Island @ La Cava De Laoma
As a citizen of Seychelles, Stevens' work is deeply inspired by the mother nature of his island home.
The green landscapes, crystal-clear ocean, and vibrant life beneath the deep blue sea remain unforgettable.
Through color and movement, he expresses the beauty, energy, and spirit of Seychelles. His compositions reflect a deep connection to the island, where every detail becomes part of a visual memory.
This exhibition is a reflection of nature, identity, and the lasting beauty of Seychelles. Swing by La Cava de Laoma, one of Shanghai's top wine venues, to enjoy some great wines and inspired art.
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Until Nov 1
La Cava De Laoma, 1156 Kangding Lu, by Wuning Nan Lu, Jing'an District 康定路1156号, 近武宁南路
Looking Ahead
Legendary Duo: Assad Brothers Guitar Duo Recital @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Legendary Duo: Assad Brothers Guitar Duo Recital comes to Shanghai Concert Hall on Wednesday, November 4.
Hailed as the pinnacle of guitar duos, Brazilian brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad make their Shanghai debut after 60 years together, on their farewell tour.
The program journeys through South American music—Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos, Gnattali, Gismonti, and Sérgio Assad's own works, including 'One Week in Rio.'
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Wed Nov 4, 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
Authentic @ Theatre YOUNG
Polish group JK Opole Theatre presents Authentic, directed by Norbert Rakowski, Vice President of the European Theatre Convention.
Continuing Krystian Lupa's exploration of the subconscious, this 60-minute psychological experiment blends physical performance, imagery, and space to interrogate what ‘real’ means when reality is shaped by others' narratives.
Two live gorillas share the stage with five performers, blurring the boundaries between human and animal, reality and fiction.
Language: Polish with Chinese and English surtitles
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Thu Nov 5, 7.30pm
Fri Nov 6, 7.30pm
Sat Nov 7, 2pm
RMB180–580
Theatre YOUNG, 1155 Kongjiang Lu, Yangpu District 上海市杨浦区控江路1155号
Daft Punk Tribute @ The Pearl
Get ready to dance to the electronic hits of Daft Punk at this special tribute event.
Expect iconic tracks and immersive visuals, with a special guest on keyboards from Babu, plus a DJ set and more.
It's a night of high-energy vibes as Shanghai pays homage to the legendary duo.
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Fri & Sat Nov 6 & 7, 9pm; RMB180
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Dresden String Quintet Concert @ Shanghai Concert Hall
The Dresden String Quintet comes to Shanghai Concert Hall.
Four of its five members hold principal chairs in the Sächsische Staatskapelle Dresden, one of the world's oldest orchestras, founded in 1548.
This rare lineage lends their playing both symphonic depth and chamber-music intimacy.
The program spans Handel, Beethoven, and Schubert, culminating in Schubert's String Quintet in C major, D. 956.
Several historic instruments are featured, including a 1730 Gobetti violin and a 1970 Peresson cello built for Jacqueline du Pré.
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Fri Nov 6, 7.30pm, RMB180-480
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
Pro-Wrestling | Fight VGM Fight @ 36space
Shanghai wrestling fans, mark your calendars!
On November 7, the FVF professional wrestling event is storming back into Shanghai, returning to 36space on Caobao Lu in Xuhui District.
This time, it's bigger, bolder, and fully revamped, with seven action-packed matches.
The world's most renowned lightweight fighter, Tanaka Minoru, is bringing serious firepower to the ring.
And watch out—Zombie Dragon and BigSam are joining forces as The Axis of Doomsday to unleash chaos in combat.
Trust us, you don't want to miss this thrilling pro-wrestling showdown
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Sat Nov 7, 6.30pm; RMB399-499
36space, 6 Caobao Road, Xuhui District (located within M+谊园 / M+ Yiyuan, Building E) 徐汇区漕宝路36号（M+谊园 E座）
Javier Perianes @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Javier Perianes, the Spanish piano star and ICMA 2019 Artist of the Year, makes his Shanghai recital debut at Shanghai Concert Hall.
The program pairs Falla and Albéniz works with Chopin nocturnes, mazurkas, a waltz, and the Berceuse, then closes with Falla's Four Spanish Pieces and selections from Albéniz's Iberia.
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Sat Nov 7, 7.30pm, RMB180-480
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
Chicago Jazz Musical @ Cotton's
Ladies and gentlemen… you are about to witness a night of pure razzle dazzle.
Step into a world of gin, jazz, and glorious mischief. On Saturday, November 14, Cotton's raises the curtain on a Chicago-inspired jazz musical — where the cocktails are strong, the music is live, and everybody's got a little something to hide.
Come and enjoy your favorite Chicago hits from ‘All That Jazz’, ‘Good to Mama’, ‘Roxie’ and more in this up-close cabaret performance. The performers will entertain you directly from your table, where you’ll be able to enjoy an exclusive Chicago-inspired cocktail menu and delicious food. The curtain rises at 7pm. Arrive from 6pm and let the overture begin.
The Drinks Table — RMB200: Your seat in the spotlight, plus a drink in hand (wine, beer, mixer & spirit, or soft drink).
Dinner & VIP Seat — RMB350: The full star treatment — a signature Chicago cocktail, your choice of main (1/2 chicken, burger, or mushroom risotto), and a VIP seat to the performance.
Five, six, seven, eight… come ready to paint the town and dress in Black and Red. Let’s razzle dazzle the night away.
Book your table — the house won't wait!
Sat Nov 14, 6pm arrival, 7–9pm show; RMB200-350
Cotton's, 294 Xinhua Lu, by Dingxi Lu, Changning District 新华路294号，近定西路
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