13 Upcoming Nightlife & Live Music Events

13 Upcoming Nightlife & Live Music Events

Thursday

Grapes N Grooves @ The Cannery

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Half price bottles of wine.

A funky soundtrack.

What’s not to love?

Every Thu, from 8.30pm; Free Entry

The Cannery, 1107 Yuyuan Lu, by Jiangsu Lu, Changning District 愚园路1107号, 近江

20% Off!

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

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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The Temple @ La Barra

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Step into the heart of the jungle, where ancient energy meets modern rhythm. Welcome to The Temple, a night wrapped in mystery, music, and ritual vibes.

Jungle decoration and immersive visuals, a wild and exotic atmosphere, and house, Afro house, and tech house all night long.

Reservations: 158 0030 7744

Thu July 30, 10pm-Late; RMB80

La Barra, Lane 319 Jiaozhou Lu, Building 30, by Xinzha Lu, Jing’an District 胶州路319弄30号, 新闸路

20% Off!

For a limited time, snag RMB100 La Barra vouchers for just RMB80!

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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Pop Queens @ The Pearl

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A night of iconic anthems in the ultimate tribute to pop royalty—Pink, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Avril Lavigne, and Dua Lipa—all in one unforgettable evening of bigger dreams, louder voices, and non‑stop energy!

Part of The Pearl’s Summer Free-Flow Nights, for just RMB199 you get entry to the concert plus three hours free-flow drinks, featuring Budweiser draft beer and Hai Seas Distillery spirits.

Doors and kitchen open at 6pm, free-flow kicks off at 7pm and runs until 10pm, while the live concert takes the stage at 8.30pm.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Thu July 30, from 6pm

Free-Flow RMB199, includes 3 hours free-flow drinks

Standard RMB100

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


Friday

California Dreaming @ The Pearl

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Catch the ultimate West Coast summer vibe with a high-octane rock celebration featuring the greatest hits of RHCP, Blink-182, Green Day, Guns N’ Roses, and more—where beach, sun, and legendary riffs collide for one unforgettable night of California Dreaming!

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Fri July 31, 9pm; RMB150

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


Casa Rosa @ La Barra

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Step into Casa Rosa, where endless summer meets a world bathed in shades of pink.

Inspired by Mediterranean villas, blooming pink florals, golden sunsets, and warm tropical nights, this is a celebration of beauty, music, and moments you’ll never forget.

Surrounded by vibrant floral décor, dreamy pink lighting, and a lively summer atmosphere, every corner is designed to transport you to a paradise where elegance meets the dancefloor.

Reservations: 158 0030 7744

Fri July 31, 10pm-Late; RMB120

La Barra, Lane 319 Jiaozhou Lu, Building 30, by Xinzha Lu, Jing’an District 胶州路319弄30号, 新闸路

20% Off!

For a limited time, snag RMB100 La Barra vouchers for just RMB80!

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday

California Skate Party @ RIINK

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Catch the ultimate West Coast vibe at the California Skate Party at RIINK this weekend! 

Think hot summer nights, palm trees, retro beats, and nonstop skating. 

Rock short shorts, tall socks, and bold beachy fits for extra flair. 

Cruise the floor, cool off with tasty bites and refreshing drinks, and keep rolling day and night. 

Sun’s out, skates on—let’s ride! 

Your birthday month? Come in to roll for free!

Fri-Sun July 31-Aug 2, 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陕康里18号楼102


Saturday

Summer Rooftop Party @ Bellagio by MGM Shanghai

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Space Panda takes over Bellagio’s rooftop—an exclusive perch above the Bund with panoramic skyline views.

This is where luxury meets raw energy: a high‑octane urban ritual that transforms the hotel’s rooftop into the city’s most electric playground.

Expect deep, tech, and melodic beats that build with the dusk, keeping the dance floor alive as the city lights flicker on below.

From 10pm, the afterparty moves down to first floor Arcana for nonstop beats and immersive soundscapes that carry the energy deep into the night.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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For table booking and more info, please contact WeChat ID: 131 2059 4161

Sat Aug 1, 6-10pm; RMB128-158, includes 1 drink

Bellagio Shanghai, 188 Beisuzhou Lu, by Zhapu Lu, Hongkou District 苏州路188, 近乍浦路


Shanghai 1930s @ Cotton’s

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Step back in time to the Golden Age of Shanghai, an intimate evening of live music featuring the smooth sounds of the 1930s, blended with the exotic flair of the Silk Road and the sophistication of jazz standards.

A night of unforgettable melodies awaits; immerse yourself in the nostalgia and elegance of a bygone era.

Sat Aug 1, 7-10pm; Free Entry

Cotton’s, 294 Xinhua Lu, by Panyu Lu 新华路294号, 近番禺路


Vihara Lane @ Abbey Road

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Deeply rooted in soulful melodies, Vihara Lane takes on (English and Spanish) pop favorites with gusto. 

Named after viharas, Buddhist places of sanctuary, its members seek to make every performance into a shared experience, keeping it fresh with the occasional guest.

So grab a pint and sing along to your favorite tunes—follow the road to Abbey and you will find Vihara Lane. 

Sat Aug 1, 7.45pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路


One Night in Tulum @ La Barra

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Escape to One Night in Tulum, where tropical jungle energy, ancient mystique, and underground electronic music converge for one unforgettable night.

Every detail is designed to capture the free-spirited vibe that has made Tulum a global icon for music, nature, and nightlife.

From sunset until late, an exceptional lineup of DJs will deliver a carefully curated soundtrack of Afro House, Melodic House, House, and Tech House—building layer after layer of rhythm to fuel a night of tropical heat.

Reservations: 158 0030 7744

Sat Aug 1, 10pm-Late; RMB120

La Barra, Lane 319 Jiaozhou Lu, Building 30, by Xinzha Lu, Jing’an District 胶州路319弄30号, 新闸路

20% Off!

For a limited time, snag RMB100 La Barra vouchers for just RMB80!

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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Sunday

We Love Music Quiz @ BNC

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The quiz theme at BNC this Sunday is We Love Music!

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 2, from 1pm; Free Entry

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


House of Zup @ Zup Pizza Bar

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House Of Zup is a Sunday session at a neighborhood hang built on house, disco, funk, and hip hop, with good food, good drinks, and an easy crowd.

The kind of place you stop by for a bit and somehow stay all day. DJ lineup features F-Mark, RB//SH, Jula Issa, T-POT, Simone, and Yawen.

Sun Aug 2, 3-9pm; Free Entry

Zup Pizza Bar, Room 101, 457 Shaanxi Bei Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu, Jing’an District 陕西北路457, 近北京西路


Looking Ahead

Mamas Gun: DIG! @ VAS ear

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London’s contemporary soul sensation Mamas Gun brings their acclaimed DIG! World Tour to China this October.

Experience the band’s signature blend of 70s soul, funk, and blue-eyed soul live. 

Don’t miss this authentic, analog-crafted experience from one of the UK’s finest live acts.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Fri Oct 16, 7.30pm; RMB280 one, RMB520 pair

VAS ear, 3/F, 19 Wanhangdu Lu, by Changshou Lu, Changning District 万航渡后路19号3楼, 近长寿路


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