Shanghai Events & City News Archive
Weekly archive of events and city news for Shanghai. Newest first.
Originally published: 2026-02-12T10:15:58.717596
Current Events in Shanghai in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| February 15–March 3 | Yu Garden Lantern Festival | Ming‑dynasty Yuyuan Garden, Huangpu District. Illuminated path 17:00–22:00 nightly, tickets ¥50 weekdays/¥80 weekends, family‑friendly, includes “molten iron flower” performance and pop‑up snacks. |
| February 5–25 | Shanghai Film Park Ice Lantern Street | Shanghai Film Park, Songjiang District. Ice lanterns 17:00–22:00 daily, admission ¥120 adults/¥80 children, family‑friendly, nightly “molten iron flower” performance at 21:00. |
| February 15–23 | Spring Festival Celebrations | Citywide across historic neighborhoods. Various start times, free or half‑price attractions citywide, family‑friendly, includes temple fairs in Zhujiajiao and Qibao, and Longhua Temple midnight bell ceremony. |
| Now–March 31 | The 15th Shanghai Biennale: Do the Flowers Hear the Bees? | Power Station of Art, Huangpu District. Daily hours vary, ticket price not listed, general audience, curated by Katie Scott exploring sensory communication between art, audiences and environment. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-09 | Infrastructure | Shanghai infrastructure investment exceeds targets in 2025 | Total investment in key construction projects reached 251.01 billion yuan in 2025, up 5.3 % year‑on‑year and 4.6 % above plan; 30 projects began (16 more than planned), 30 completed (9 over target); major works include second phase of Luojing Port, Shanghai East Railway Station main structure, fourth phase of Pudong Airport, Legoland Resort opening, new university campuses, metro Line 2 western extension and Line 18 phase 2 operational – Shanghai Municipal Commission of Housing and Urban‑Rural Development. |
| 2026-01-27 | Transport / Public Safety | Spring Festival travel guide with toll‑free expressways released | The Shanghai Municipal Commission of Transport issued a Spring Festival travel guide on January 27, covering chunyun from February 2 to March 13. Passenger cars enjoy free expressway tolls February 15–23; average daily expressway traffic expected ~1.3 million vehicles and ~600,000 at provincial crossings; outbound peak Feb 13, inbound Feb 23 – Shanghai Municipal Commission of Transport. |
| 2026-01-29 | Government / Regional Development | Press briefing on Yangtze River Delta Ecological and Green Integrated Development Demonstration Zone | On January 29, Shanghai officials reported the Demonstration Zone’s 14th Five‑Year Plan average annual GDP growth of 7.3 %, total 571.6 billion yuan in 2025; high‑tech enterprises rose to 3,713; 180 key projects promoted including bridges and intercity rail; 10 inter‑provincial dead‑end roads opened, 8 bus routes carried over 5 million passengers; cross‑province healthcare and pension settlement expanded – Shanghai Municipal Government. |
| 2026-01-29 | Government / Business | Media briefing on Shanghai 2026 Action Plan for world‑class business environment | On January 8 (reported in weekly bulletin early 2026), Shanghai released its 2026 Action Plan including 26 targeted measures across government services, market competition, industrial ecosystem, and social co‑governance to enhance business environment; continues reforms from versions 1.0–8.0, strengthens one‑stop services, SME financing, platform governance, algorithm regulation, industrial park service integration – Information Office of Shanghai Municipal Government. |
Current Events in Shanghai in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-06 | Shanghai Spring Festival Concert 2026 | Shanghai Symphony Concert Hall, Huangpu District, starts at 19:30, tickets ¥80–¥880, audience general public; conducted by Long Yu with soloists Changyong Liao and Jiang Jianhua |
| 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-08 | Puppet Show: Chatungla | Jasmine Theater, Jing’an District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥120, audience all ages; wordless puppet circus of animals made from scrap metal |
| 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-08 | Dance Drama: Wing Chun | West Bund Theatre, Xuhui District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥80, audience general public; martial-arts dance drama celebrating Guangdong kung fu and legendary heroes |
| 2026-02-07 | Shanghai Ballet Presents Swan Lake (10th Anniversary Version) | AIA Theatre, Huangpu District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥80, audience general public; classic Swan Lake by Shanghai Ballet choreographed by Derek Deane |
| 2026-02-08 | Mikhail Pletnev Piano Recital | SHOAC, Huangpu District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥180, audience classical music fans; solo recital by renowned Russian pianist Mikhail Pletnev |
| until 2026-02-20 | Yu Garden Lantern Festival | Yu Garden, Huangpu District, lanterns 17:00–22:00 nightly (closed Feb 16), tickets ¥50 weekdays/¥80 weekends, audience all ages; 15 m LED horse installation “Galloping through Celestial Gates” and molten‑iron flower shows at 19:30 & 21:00 |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-03 | Government / Economic Development | Shanghai sets economic and development goals for 2026 | The annual Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress session on February 3 saw Mayor Gong Zheng announce a 5 percent economic growth target and R&D spending at 4.6 percent of GDP, with consumer price increases projected around 2 percent. Infrastructure investments totaling 255 billion yuan include launching the south‑north corridor and advancing phases of Shanghai‑Nantong and Shanghai‑Chongqing‑Chengdu railways. Source: english.shanghai.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-09 | Infrastructure / Transport / Education | Shanghai infrastructure investment exceeds targets in 2025 | On January 9, it was reported that 2025 infrastructure investment hit 251.01 billion yuan—5.3 percent above prior year and 4.6 percent above plan. Thirty key projects began (16 more than planned), 30 completed (nine more). Key advancements include second phase of Luojing Port, Xiaoyangshan North area, near‑completion of Shanghai East Railway Station, airport expansion, metro Line 2 west extension, Line 18 phase 2 operational, new university and hospital facilities opened or expanded. Source: english.shanghai.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-08 | Government / Business Environment | Shanghai releases 2026 Action Plan to accelerate world‑class business environment | The January 8 media briefing launched Shanghai’s “2026 Action Plan” building on prior versions to enhance government services, market competition, industrial development and social co‑governance. Key reforms include one‑stop services, SME financing platforms, streamlined application processes, standardized inspections, cross‑department supervision, and ecosystem support via industrial parks. Source: shio.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-26 | Local Government / Economic / Culture | Chongming Town reports 2025 economic, cultural and social development | On January 20 in Chongming’s Jianshe Town, the local government reported 2025 achievements: budget revenue of 4.66 billion yuan, industrial output up 9.78 percent; rural per capita income 44,571 yuan (+9.5 %). They hosted a 3×3 basketball “Belt and Road” event and “Intangible Heritage Carnival” with over 3 million exposures. Agricultural modernization, green subsidies (1 million yuan), new media industry growth and tourism revenue of ~513,270 yuan from 17,100 visitors were highlighted. Source: shcm.gov.cn |
Originally published: 2026-02-06T16:40:42.986472
Current Events in Shanghai in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-06 | Shanghai Spring Festival Concert 2026 | Shanghai Symphony Concert Hall, Huangpu District, starts at 19:30, tickets ¥80–¥880, audience general public; conducted by Long Yu with soloists Changyong Liao and Jiang Jianhua |
| 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-08 | Puppet Show: Chatungla | Jasmine Theater, Jing’an District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥120, audience all ages; wordless puppet circus of animals made from scrap metal |
| 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-08 | Dance Drama: Wing Chun | West Bund Theatre, Xuhui District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥80, audience general public; martial-arts dance drama celebrating Guangdong kung fu and legendary heroes |
| 2026-02-07 | Shanghai Ballet Presents Swan Lake (10th Anniversary Version) | AIA Theatre, Huangpu District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥80, audience general public; classic Swan Lake by Shanghai Ballet choreographed by Derek Deane |
| 2026-02-08 | Mikhail Pletnev Piano Recital | SHOAC, Huangpu District, starts unspecified, tickets ¥180, audience classical music fans; solo recital by renowned Russian pianist Mikhail Pletnev |
| until 2026-02-20 | Yu Garden Lantern Festival | Yu Garden, Huangpu District, lanterns 17:00–22:00 nightly (closed Feb 16), tickets ¥50 weekdays/¥80 weekends, audience all ages; 15 m LED horse installation “Galloping through Celestial Gates” and molten‑iron flower shows at 19:30 & 21:00 |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-03 | Government / Economic Development | Shanghai sets economic and development goals for 2026 | The annual Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress session on February 3 saw Mayor Gong Zheng announce a 5 percent economic growth target and R&D spending at 4.6 percent of GDP, with consumer price increases projected around 2 percent. Infrastructure investments totaling 255 billion yuan include launching the south‑north corridor and advancing phases of Shanghai‑Nantong and Shanghai‑Chongqing‑Chengdu railways. Source: english.shanghai.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-09 | Infrastructure / Transport / Education | Shanghai infrastructure investment exceeds targets in 2025 | On January 9, it was reported that 2025 infrastructure investment hit 251.01 billion yuan—5.3 percent above prior year and 4.6 percent above plan. Thirty key projects began (16 more than planned), 30 completed (nine more). Key advancements include second phase of Luojing Port, Xiaoyangshan North area, near‑completion of Shanghai East Railway Station, airport expansion, metro Line 2 west extension, Line 18 phase 2 operational, new university and hospital facilities opened or expanded. Source: english.shanghai.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-08 | Government / Business Environment | Shanghai releases 2026 Action Plan to accelerate world‑class business environment | The January 8 media briefing launched Shanghai’s “2026 Action Plan” building on prior versions to enhance government services, market competition, industrial development and social co‑governance. Key reforms include one‑stop services, SME financing platforms, streamlined application processes, standardized inspections, cross‑department supervision, and ecosystem support via industrial parks. Source: shio.gov.cn |
| 2026-01-26 | Local Government / Economic / Culture | Chongming Town reports 2025 economic, cultural and social development | On January 20 in Chongming’s Jianshe Town, the local government reported 2025 achievements: budget revenue of 4.66 billion yuan, industrial output up 9.78 percent; rural per capita income 44,571 yuan (+9.5 %). They hosted a 3×3 basketball “Belt and Road” event and “Intangible Heritage Carnival” with over 3 million exposures. Agricultural modernization, green subsidies (1 million yuan), new media industry growth and tourism revenue of ~513,270 yuan from 17,100 visitors were highlighted. Source: shcm.gov.cn |
Originally published: 2026-01-26T12:29:35.776843
Current Events in Shanghai in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 17 | International Professional Wrestling Exchange Match (Shanghai) | Venue Yi Garden 36Space, Xuhui District, start time 18:30, ticket price unknown, audience general/adult‑oriented, notable specific international pro wrestling performers. |
| January 18 | Concert of Valery Meladze in Shanghai | Venue 瓦肆 VAS est, neighborhood not specified, start time unspecified (evening implied), ticket price unspecified, audience general, notable specific headliner Valery Meladze. |
| January 15–February 20 | Yu Garden Lantern Festival | Venue Yu Garden, Huangpu District, starts 17:00–22:00 nightly, ticket price ¥50 weekdays／¥80 weekends, audience family‑friendly, notable specific molten iron flower (“da tie hua”) performance nightly at 19:30 and 21:00. |
| mid‑January–Lantern Festival (mid‑Feb) | Shanghai Spring Festival Market Cultural Program | Venues rotating (pop‑up stations, metro stops, concerts at Sinan Mansions), start times vary (e.g. dragon dances 11 AM & 3 PM), ticket price free or discounted (e.g. Guyi Garden 50% off), audience all‑ages, notable specific dragon and lion dances at Sinan Mansions. |
| January 2–3 | Robotex Asia Finals | Venue National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), location Qingpu/Hongqiao area, start time unspecified, ticket price unspecified, audience tech enthusiasts, notable specific drone performances and VR demos. |
Originally published: 2026-01-16T20:44:01.302717
Current Events in Shanghai in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 18 | Concert of Valery Meladze in Shanghai | 瓦肆VAS est in Xuhui district, start at approximately evening (around 20:00). Ticket price not specified. Audience: general (family‑friendly). Notable: features premieres of new compositions by Valery Meladze with a cutting‑edge light show. |
| January 19 – 25 | The Deer and the Cauldron | Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre, Xuhui district, performances through the week starting 19:00. Ticket price not specified. Audience: all ages. Notable: drama based on Louis Cha’s novel, following adventures of Wei Xiaobao. |
| January 30 – 31 | 2025 Shanghai Spring Festival Concert | Cadillac Shanghai Concert Hall, Huangpu district, concerts likely in evening (around 19:00–21:00). Ticket price not specified. Audience: general. Notable: celebrates 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss II featuring waltzes, polkas, marches. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-05 | Local business / Economic development | Shanghai rolls out new plan to enhance business environment | On January 4, Shanghai launched its 2026 action plan to accelerate creation of a world‑class business environment, aiming to stimulate market entities, attract high‑end domestic and international resources, and unleash innovation under Party Secretary Chen Jining, as reported by PR Newswire citing official sources. |
| 2026-01-08 | Local government / Economic policy | Media briefing outlines delivery steps for 2026 business environment action plan | On January 8, Shanghai’s government media briefing detailed how the new action plan will be implemented, including improving “one‑stop” services, expanding SME financing, regulatory reforms like “免申即享”, inspection code systems, risk‑based oversight and reserving over 40 % of government project contracts for SMEs, speakers included Gu Jun, Tao Changsheng and others. |
| 2026-01-07 | Public transport / Safety | On January 7, a power bank exploded on Metro Line 15 at Shanghai West Railway Station, igniting a man’s jacket; passengers were evacuated and staff used a fire extinguisher. Incident highlighted that only CCC‑marked power banks are allowed on domestic flights but not explicitly banned on metro, per Wikipedia entry. | |
| 2026-01-16 | Local government / Economic development | Shanghai highlights first‑day launch of 2026 business environment action plan | On January 16, Economy Daily outlined that Shanghai held its “New Year first‑meeting” on the first working day to release the 26‑measure 2026 business environment action plan targeting issues like bidding and overdue payments, marking a proactive start to the new “15th Five‑Year Plan” year. |
Originally published: 2026-01-07T10:02:49.684632
Current Events in Shanghai in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 6–January 7 | ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra | Oriental Art Center, Pudong District, starts at ~19:00 each night, ticket from ¥180, suitable for general audiences, features works by Beethoven, Schubert and Strauss. |
| January 9 | Chen Sa Piano Recital | Shanghai Oriental Art Center (SHOAC), Pudong District, starts ~19:00, ticket from ¥100, general audience, features pianist Chen Sa, prize‑winner of Leeds, Chopin and Van Cliburn competitions. |
| January 10 | ISS EDU EXPO Shanghai | Shanghai Singapore International School, Pudong District, starts ~10:00, free entry (non‑profit), family‑friendly, connects educators with schools and professional learning opportunities. |
| January 14–January 18 | Elisabeth – Staged Concert | Shanghai Culture Square, Xuhui District, starts ~19:30, ticket from ¥280, general audience, concert‑style production of the musical “Elisabeth” with live orchestra. |
| January 17 | International Conference on Structural Engineering, Seismic Design, and Urban Architecture | Shanghai (venue varies), starts ~09:00, ticket unknown, professional audience, conference on structural engineering and seismic design trends. |
| January 18 | Concert of Valery Meladze | VAS est, Jing’an District, starts ~20:00, ticket unspecified (paid), general audience, features solo performance by Valery Meladze with light show and new song premieres. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | Cultural events | “New Year’s Eve Celebration Season” launches citywide program | On December 30 a media briefing held by Shanghai Municipal Government announced the “New Year’s Eve Celebration Season,” running from December 30 through March 3. The program comprises over 300 special events during New Year’s Day—including 132 cultural performances, 13 concerts, 134 exhibitions—plus nearly 400 activities for Spring Festival (120+ performances, concerts, 60 major exhibitions) and 19 national‑level sporting events. Announced by the city’s Publicity Department and Commerce Commission. citeturn0search1 |
| 2025-12-03 | Local government decisions | Business environment rules revised to curb delayed SME payments | Shanghai’s legislature approved revisions to the municipality’s Regulations on Optimizing the Business Environment, effective January 1, 2026. The amendment prohibits large firms from using dominant positions to impose unfair terms or delay payments to SMEs—addressing a key concern for small‑ and medium‑sized enterprises. Noted by the city’s official English portal. citeturn0search0 |
| 2025-12-02 | Public safety / internet governance | Online crackdown on property‑sector “doom‑mongering” | Since November 14 the Shanghai branch of the Cyberspace Administration of China removed over 40,000 posts on platforms such as RedNote and Bilibili for “doom‑mongering” about the property sector, penalizing more than 70,000 accounts and shutting down 1,200 livestream rooms, aiming to curb negative discourse amid ongoing real‑estate downturn. Reported by state media. citeturn0news14 |
Originally published: 2025-12-24T08:20:27.477934
Current Events in Shanghai in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| December 24–27, 2025 | Shanghai Ballet Presents The Nutcracker | International Dance Center, Pudong New Area; from December 24 until December 27; ticket price from ¥80; family‑friendly; produced by Shanghai Ballet. |
| December 24–25, 2025 | Christkindlmarkt on the Bund | Bund area; daily November 26 to December 28, highlighted December 24–25; ticket price from ¥30; family‑friendly; traditional German Christmas market atmosphere. |
| December 24–25, 2025 | 2025 Paulaner Christkindlmarkt at the North Bund | Paulaner Wirtshaus (North Bund); Fridays–Sundays December 5–22 and additionally December 24–25; ticket price from ¥50; family‑friendly; rooftop terrace with Pudong skyline views. |
| December 26, 2025 | Santa’s Hangover ‑ Boxing Day Rock Night | The Pearl; December 26; ticket price from ¥120; 18+; rock covers by The Red Stars. |
| December 26–28, 2025 | Yue Opera Double Bill: The Legend of Lu Wenlong and The Cat Replaces the Prince | Wanping Theater; from December 26 until December 28; ticket price from ¥80; suitable for general audiences; legends performed by Yue Opera troupe. |
| December 27, 2025 | 2026 New Year Symphony Concert by the Orchestre Philharmonique Parisien | SHOAC; December 27; ticket price from ¥100; general audiences; French symphony orchestra performance of classics. |
Originally published: 2025-12-11T08:30:17.314389
Current Events in Shanghai in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| December 5–6 | Paul Taylor Dance Company Night of Eras: Dance for Life | At AIA Grand Theatre on the North Bund, Hongkou district, performances start evening; ticket price unspecified, audience general; features Paul Taylor’s dance work exploring diverse themes. |
| December 11–12 | Taihe Zhengyin: Kunqu Opera from the Collection of the Palace Museum Series 1 | Held at AIA Grand Theatre on the North Bund, Hongkou district; starts in evening; ticket price unspecified, audience general; features Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe performing imperial court repertoire. |
| December 12–15 | Ludwig II: The King is back! | At Shanghai Culture Square, Huangpu district; evening performances; ticket price unspecified, audience general; global debut of the staged concert telling the story of Ludwig II. |
| December 12–14 | Testimony Shostakovich : Borodin Quartet Concert I/II/III | At Shanghai Concert Hall; starts evening; tickets from ¥180; audience classical music lovers; features the Borodin Quartet’s Shostakovich mini‑festival celebrating their 80th anniversary. |
| December 12–17 | A Ranspace Musical – No Longer Human | At West Bund Theatre; evening shows; tickets from ¥180; audience general theatre‑goers; adapts Osamu Dazai’s novel blending literature and life. |
| December 13 | LFS Qingpu Christmas Market | At Lycée Français De Shanghai Qingpu Campus; 11 am–6 pm; free; family‑friendly; festive holiday market at international school. |
| December 13–14 | Russian State Ballet: Swan Lake | At Center Theatre; evening performances; tickets from ¥180; audience ballet enthusiasts; Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake by the Russian State Ballet led by Vyacheslav Mikhailovich Gordeev. |
| December 14 | The Moon Opera—The Seventh Season of “Yabin and Her Friends” | At International Dance Center; evening performance; tickets from ¥80; audience general; dance drama by Wang Yabin with immersive visuals and emotional narrative. |
| December 10–14 | Snowflake’s Adventure | At Little Player Theatre; daytime shows; tickets from ¥240; family‑friendly; interactive winter show from First Theatre of Russia with snow play and characters. |
| December 15 | Swim Deep Tour in Shanghai | At Yuyintown Basement; evening show; tickets unspecified; audience indie music fans; UK band Swim Deep returns to China after six years. |
Originally published: 2025-11-28T11:47:35.998609
Current Events in Shanghai in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| December 2–5 | Marintec China 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Starts around 9 AM, ends evening. Trade‑show visitors; ticket price varies. Focuses on maritime industry trends, technologies and products, organized by Informa Markets. |
| December 2–5 | LabelExpo Asia 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Exhibition runs daytime. Industry professionals; ticket price varies. Asia’s leading label and packaging printing fair, organized by Tarsus Group. |
| December 3–5 | Shanghai International Nonwovens Conference & Exhibition 2025 | Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, Pudong. Conference/expo during the day. Industry attendees; ticket price varies. Showcases nonwovens raw materials and machinery. |
| December 10–12 | CMEH – China International Medical Devices Exhibition 2025 | Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, Pudong. Exhibition hours daytime. Industry professionals; ticket price varies. Prominent medical device trade fair considered highly valuable in China. |
| December 11–13 | TIM Expo 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Daytime exhibition. Trade‑industry attendees; ticket price varies. Largest thermal insulation exhibition. |
| December 16–19 | Shanghaitex – Shanghai 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Exhibition daytime. Textile professionals; ticket price varies. International textile industry show with technical and fashion focus. |
| December 17–19 | CIBE China (Shanghai) International Bus Exhibition 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Daytime expo. Transport industry visitors; ticket price varies. Features bus and coach industry innovations. |
| December 17–19 | PCE – Shanghai International Oral Care Expo 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Exhibition during day. Dental industry professionals; ticket price varies. Supplies and innovations in oral‑care products. |
| December 17–19 | ARTS International Advanced Rail Transit Technology Exhibition 2025 | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Exhibition daytime. Rail transit professionals; ticket price varies. Showcases advanced rail transit technologies for urban mobility. |
| December 2–5 | China Casting Expo | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. Runs day‑time. Industry professionals; ticket price varies. Premier metal‑casting technology expo with global exhibitors. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-27 | Cultural events | China Shanghai International Arts Festival concludes with strong impact | On 2025‑11‑27 evening at Shanghai Symphony Hall, the Second‑Twenty‑Fourth China Shanghai International Arts Festival wrapped up with a performance by the Saint Cecilia Orchestra under Daniel Harding. Over the month, artists from 80+ countries staged 1400+ performances and exhibitions, drawing 14.44 million online and offline viewers, generating RMB 66 million in main‑stage ticket revenue and RMB 4.425 billion in overall consumption, with organizers including the Arts Festival Center. Source: China News Network |
| 2025-11-22 | Cultural events | Sixth Yangtze River Delta Cultural Expo concludes in Shanghai | From 2025‑11‑20 to 11‑22 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the 6th Yangtze River Delta International Cultural Industry Expo covered over 80,000 m², hosted 126 events, attracted 1,500+ cultural enterprises and 120,000 visitors, and achieved intention to trade or signings totalling RMB 14.9 billion, per Sina News and People’s Daily Shanghai. Source: Sina News; People’s Daily |
| 2025-11-21 | Cultural events | 2025 Shanghai International Art Book Fair opens in Pudong | The inaugural “import‑focused” Shanghai International Art Book Fair ran from 2025‑11‑21 to 11‑23 at Shanghai Library East in Pudong. Organized under guidance of Shanghai Municipal Propaganda Department and supported by publishers and institutions, the fair assembled 42 exhibitors from seven countries, showcasing global arts‑book content; hosts included Shanghai Library East and publishing enterprises. Source: China News Shanghai |
| 2025-11-01 | Public transport | Subway Line 2 extended to National Convention Center | On 2025‑11‑01, Shanghai Metro Line 2 extended from Panxiang Road/State Accounting Institute station to National Convention and Exhibition Center station began operations. This expansion, announced by Shanghai Metro historical logs, improves transit access to the exhibition complex. Source: Wikipedia Shanghai Metro page |
Originally published: 2025-11-20T08:07:14.035084
Current Events in Shanghai in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 5–10 | China International Import Expo | National Exhibition and Convention Center, Qingpu district, starts around morning. Ticket price unknown or professional registration required; audience includes business professionals and trade visitors; notable keynote by Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Approximately 430 000 sqm, 4 108 overseas exhibitors. |
| November 12–14 | FHC Shanghai Global Food Trade Show | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong New Area, begins morning. Ticket price unknown; audience industry professionals and food trade buyers; notable includes Culinary Arts Competition and International Pastry and Bakery Competition. |
| November 13–16 | ART021 Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair | Shanghai Exhibition Center, starts morning. Ticket price unknown; audience collectors, galleries, artists; notable for showcasing top global galleries and institutions under “local roots and global vision.” |
| November 20–22 | Yangtze River Delta International Cultural Industries Expo | National Exhibition and Convention Center, Qingpu district, starts morning. Ticket price unknown; audience professionals in culture and tourism; notable for diverse cultural‑creative products, cultural tourism investment expo and camping and caravanning expo. |
| November 21 | BLACKPINK Special Show | KPOPBOOM Music Festival, Shanghai, starts evening. Ticket price unknown; audience fans (BLINK), all ages; notable for holographic projections and merchandise zone with custom BLACKPINK items. |
| November 22 | Tomorrowland Shanghai 2025 | HERO DOME, Huangpu River, starts unspecified (likely afternoon/evening). Ticket price unknown; audience families and EDM fans; notable Avicii Immersive Tribute Space and immersive indoor electronic music experience. |
| November 25 | Katy Perry Shanghai Concert Tour 2025 | Mercedes‑Benz Arena, starts 19:30. Ticket price approx 574 USD; audience general (18+ likely); notable electrifying performance by global pop sensation Katy Perry. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-12 | Local government / Economic development | Hongkou district accelerates green transformation, innovation during 14‑5 Plan | On 2025‑11‑12, Shanghai government press office reported that Hongkou district has developed over 800 billion RMB in tech service sector, added 3 listed firms, 3 unicorns, 121 “little giant” firms, and nearly 500 high‑tech firms; launched city’s first low‑carbon lifestyle museum (Carbon Secret Pavilion), achieved 16 MW photovoltaic grid connection, and scaled green industry cluster of 800 billion RMB. Source: Shanghai government news office. |
| 2025‑11‑03 to 11‑10 | Public business / Trade expo | China International Import Expo opens with record participation | The 8th China International Import Expo, held November 5–10, features over 4,100 overseas exhibitors from 155 countries/regions covering more than 430,000 m²; includes the Hongqiao International Economic Forum with 33 sub‑forums, and 80+ supporting trade and investment matchmaking events. Source: Shanghai weekly bulletin. |
| 2025‑11‑08 to 2026‑03‑31 | Cultural / Exhibition | 15th Shanghai Biennale “Does the Flower Hear the Bee?” opens at Power Station of Art | Starting November 8, the 15th Shanghai Biennale runs until March 31, 2026 at Power Station of Art, presenting ~300 works by 67 artists/collectives, covering nearly 10,000 m². Source: Shanghai weekly bulletin. |
| 2025‑11‑04 | Cultural / Concert | “Les Misérables” Staged Concert returns to Shanghai Grand Theatre | On November 4, after 23 years, the Staged Concert Spectacular edition of Les Misérables returned to Shanghai Grand Theatre for its only mainland China stop on this global tour. Source: Shanghai weekly bulletin. |
| 2025‑11‑03 | Cultural / Architecture expo | International City and Architecture Expo marks World Cities Day | From October 30 to November 1, the Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo featured ~40,000 m² of exhibits focused on smart urban and rural construction and green low‑carbon development; organized by UN‑Habitat, Shanghai housing commission and Green Building Council. Source: press release. |
| 2025‑11‑10 | Business / Trade optimism | U.S. exhibitors optimistic at CIIE over easing trade tensions | At CIIE on November 10, U.S. agricultural exporters noted a 50% expansion of the U.S. pavilion and renewed Chinese purchasing interest for soybeans, wine, ginseng and potatoes, although a 13 % tariff on U.S. soy remains; intended turnover reached record $83.49 billion with 4,100+ overseas enterprises. Source: Reuters. |
| 2025‑11‑06 | Culture / Fashion initiative | Kering and Shanghai Fashion Week launch global‑China creative residency | On November 6 at CIIE, Kering and Shanghai Fashion Week jointly announced the “Kering Creative Residency for Artisanship, Fashion and Technology,” offering decade‑long development residencies in Milan, Paris and Shanghai for emerging Chinese fashion talent; signed with officials including Kering CEO Luca de Meo. Source: Vogue. |
| 2025‑11‑? (recent) | Infrastructure / Transport | Nanhui suburban express line expected to open end of 2025 | According to recent transport plan updates, the Nanhui Line—26.3 km express suburban railway between Lingang and Pudong (Airport/Pudong Hub)—started construction in 2022 and is expected to open by end of 2025, reducing Lingang‑airport travel to under 15 minutes. Source: Wikipedia. |
Originally published: 2025-11-10T08:40:52.850869
Current Events in Shanghai in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 5–10 | 8th China International Import Expo | National Exhibition and Convention Center, Qingpu district, typical start morning – end afternoon, ticket price unspecified, audience: business and trade professionals, notable: includes over 80 supporting trade‑matching and investment promotion sessions |
| November 12–14 | 28th FHC Shanghai Global Food Trade Show | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong New Area, daily start morning – end afternoon, ticket price unspecified, audience: industry professionals, notable: features the 26th FHC Culinary Arts Competition and China International Pastry and Bakery Competition |
| November 13–16 | ART021 Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair | Shanghai Exhibition Center, start likely morning – end evening, ticket price unspecified, audience: art collectors and lovers, notable: presents top galleries and institutions worldwide with principle “local roots and global vision” |
| November 8–March 31 | 15th Shanghai Biennale | Power Station of Art, start likely opening hours – end evening, ticket price unspecified, audience: art and culture enthusiasts, notable: titled “Does the Flower Hear the Bee?”, about 300 works by 67 artists and collectives |
| November 4 | Staged Concert Spectacular edition of Les Misérables | Shanghai Grand Theatre, start evening, ticket price unspecified, audience: general and theatre fans, notable: only stop on mainland China for this edition after 23‑year interval |
| November 22 | Tomorrowland Shanghai 2025: The Magic of Tomorrowland | HERO DOME, Huangpu River area, start and end times unspecified, ticket price unspecified, audience: electronic music festival attendees, notable: immersive indoor edition with AVICII FOREVER tribute space |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-28 | Infrastructure / Tech | First phase of wind‑powered underwater data center completed in Lin‑gang | The Lin‑gang Special Area has seen completion of the first phase of an underwater data center submerged off Shanghai’s coast, at 35 m depth, with 2.3 MW capacity supported by offshore wind and seawater cooling; project cost about US $226 million, designed to scale toward 24 MW and ultimately 500 MW; launched by Shanghai HiCloud with state‑backed partners including China Telecom and Shenergy, aiming at energy‑efficient, low‑land‑use cloud infrastructure. (Wired / Tom’s Hardware) |
| 2025-10-30 | Business / Transport Technology | Tesla to debut Cybercab robotaxi in Asia‑Pacific at Shanghai expo | At the China International Import Expo running Nov 5–10 in Shanghai, Tesla’s VP revealed that the Cybercab autonomous robotaxi will make its Asia‑Pacific debut; the vehicle was unveiled in Oct 2024 and tested in Austin mid‑2025, with full production expected in 2026; unclear if it will immediately be deployed on Chinese roads. (Reuters) |
| 2025-10-30 – 2025-11-01 | Cultural / Urban Development | Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo held for World Cities Day | From Oct 30 to Nov 1, Shanghai hosted the International City and Architecture Expo at the World Expo Center covering nearly 40,000 m²; organized by UN‑Habitat and local housing authorities, it highlighted smart, green, low‑carbon urban solutions across six thematic and four industry areas, with participation from all 16 districts and Lingang, and included forums, matchmaking and public‑science programs. (GlobeNewswire) |
| 2025-11-01 | Transport / Infrastructure | Panxiang Road · National Accounting Institute metro station opens on Line 2 | The western extension of Shanghai Metro Line 2 opened its terminus station, Panxiang Road · National Accounting Institute station, on Nov 1; the station is 1.67 km beyond the previous terminus at National Exhibition and Convention Center, and features the network’s longest station name, separated by a “·”. Initial operations began that day. (Wikipedia) |
| 2025-11-03 | Cultural / Urban | Expo concludes marking World Cities Day | The Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo concluded on Nov 1 as part of World Cities Day events; jointly hosted by the Municipal Commission of Housing, Urban‑Rural Development and Management and UN‑Habitat, it spanned ~40,000 m² and showcased green building, smart city, and cultural innovation in urban development. (GlobeNewswire) |
| 2025-10-23 | Education / Urban Development | Updates on South University Wisdom City development | At the Oct 23 city government press Q&A, officials detailed progress at Baoshan’s South University (Nanda) Wisdom City: 6.3 km² transformed from industrial zone into innovation cluster; 540 million m² building planned, with >100 million m² built or underway; land‑ground‑cloud coordinated development; Line 15 stations (Nanda Road, Fengxiang Road) enable dual‑TOD layout; new commercial flagship and high‑rise HQ under construction, opening 2027 expected. (Shanghai gov’t press office) |
| 2025-11-06 | Business / Regional Economy | Putuo emerges in Shanghai‑Nanjing industrial innovation belt | At the Nov 5–10 CIIE in Shanghai, Putuo District was highlighted as a pivotal node anchoring the Shanghai‑Nanjing Industrial Innovation Corridor; the corridor’s 2024 GDP reached RMB 15.9 trillion (~US $2.2 trillion), representing ~12 % of China’s economy. (City News Service) |
Originally published: 2025-10-31T08:30:05.806404
Current Events in Shanghai in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 5–10 | China International Import Expo | At National Exhibition and Convention Center in Pudong, starting each day morning; ticket price varies by registration category; professional/business visitors; notable organizer: hosts millions of visitors including trade matchmaking and forums. |
| November 8–11 | West Bund Art & Design | Held at West Bund area in Xuhui District, opening time varies; ticket price unknown; general public/art enthusiasts; notable participant: features galleries and Xiàn Chǎng solo projects curated with ArtReview Asia. |
| November 10 | SEA Festive Coffee Morning | At Pullman Shanghai Skyway Hotel, Oasis Hall in Puxi, starts 10:00 until 13:00; free for SEA members, RMB 170 for non‑members; adults; notable: hosted by SEA community. |
| November 11 | Examining “Public Art” in Shanghai | At Jing’an Sculpture Park in Jing’an District, 10:00–12:00; RMB 50 for members, RMB 150 for non‑members; adults; notable: art historian Julie Chun leads event. |
| November 12 | Coffee Lovers’ Latte Art Workshop | Venue in Huangpu District (confirmed by Nov 10), 9:00–11:00; RMB 270 for members, RMB 370 for non‑members; adults/coffee enthusiasts; notable: interactive latte art session. |
| November 13–16 | Art021 Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair | At Shanghai Exhibition Center in Jing’an District, opening hours vary; ticket price unknown; art collectors and public; notable: brings top global galleries and institutions. |
| November 22 | Tomorrowland Shanghai 2025 | Hosted at HERO DOME along Huangpu River, starts time unspecified; ticket price unknown; family‑friendly; notable: features Avicii Immersive Tribute Space in this indoor electronic music festival. |
| November 24–25 | Katy Perry Shanghai Concert Tour 2025 | At Mercedes‑Benz Arena in Pudong, starts 19:30; ticket price around USD 510–574; 18+ pop music fans; notable: global pop star Katy Perry performs. |
| November 26 | 2025 Bund International Art Festival | Along The Bund in Huangpu District, activities throughout day; many free or bundled tickets; general public; notable: includes gallery group exhibitions, art tours, and digital art integrations. |
| November 30 | Shanghai Marathon | Starts at the Bund Bull and finishes at Shanghai Stadium, morning start; ticket price varies by race category; public including runners; notable: annual platinum‑label marathon. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-11 | Local government decisions | Shanghai issues measures to boost future industries | On 2025‑10‑11, Shanghai municipal government introduced a set of measures titled “Several Measures to Accelerate Frontier Technology Innovation and Future Industry Cultivation”, aiming by 2027 to break through disruptive technologies and build future‑industry clusters, nurturing about 20 ecosystem‑leading firms; by 2030 to foster strategic emerging industries and position Shanghai as a globally influential future industry hub (Securities Times, net information office). |
| 2025-10-16 | Local government decisions / Innovation | Xuhui District reviews 14th‑Five‑Year Plan achievements | On 2025‑10‑16, Xuhui District officials reported that since the 14th Five‑Year Plan, the district built China’s first foundation‑model AI hub in 38 days, now hosting over 1 500 AI firms and generating hundreds of billions yuan annually; 108 urban‑renewal projects cover 44% of district area, and multiple cultural and civic landmarks in Xuhui Riverside are underway (Shanghai government press briefing). |
| 2025-10-21 | Local government decisions / Urban renewal | Minhang District highlights social services and renovation | On 2025‑10‑21, Minhang District reported GDP of 411.9 billion yuan in 2024, R&D spending at ≈8% of GDP—the highest in the city; completed renovation of 550 000 m² non‑self‑contained housing, 2.4 million m² old housing, provided 71 000 affordable rental units, 8 000 beds for new‑era urban managers, plus expanded green space by 488 ha and built 121 new parks (Shanghai government press briefing). |
| 2025-10-23 | Local government decisions / Economic development | Baoshan District summarizes transformation and industrial output | On 2025‑10‑23, Baoshan District officials stated its GDP exceeded 210 billion yuan during the 14th Five‑Year Plan; industrial output was 260 billion yuan, fixed‑asset investment over four years surpassed 240 billion yuan with industrial at 20%, retail sales over 360 billion yuan, and over 4 trillion yuan in commercial sales. District transferred nearly 300 scientific achievements and incubated ~1 000 enterprises (Shanghai government press briefing). |
| 2025-10-26 | Cultural event / International conference | 2025 SDG Cities Global Conference opens in Shanghai | On 2025‑10‑26, Shanghai hosted the 2025 SDG Cities Global Conference themed “Innovative Development Towards People‑Centered Smart Cities”, co‑hosted by UN‑Habitat and the Shanghai Municipal Government, to mark World Cities Day and promote implementation of UN 2030 Agenda and New Urban Agenda (GlobeNewswire via municipal commission). |
| 2025-10-22 | Infrastructure / Urban development | Jiading outlines new town planning achievements | On 2025‑10‑22, Jia‑ding New Town’s development was detailed: as of 2024, resident population reached 680 000 (fastest in city); spatial planning frameworks formed, key demonstration zones like Far‑Fragrant Lake activity area and West Gate historic district materialized; core blocks made substantial progress (Shanghai government Q&A). |
| 2025-10-23 | Infrastructure / Urban development | Baoshan’s Nanda Wisdom City transforming industrial zone | On 2025‑10‑23, South University Wisdom City in Baoshan (6.3 km²) was said to have redeveloped 1 000 000 m²+ structures under “ground, underground, cloud” integration; Metro Line 15’s two stations anchor dual‑TOD cores; one TOD has begun hosting industrial sites, while another will see a commercial flagship open in October 2027 (Shanghai government Q&A). |
Originally published: 2025-10-23T11:07:06.648810
Current Events in Shanghai in October
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| October 17–19 | Shanghai Bund Music Festival | Yuanmingyuan Road Pedestrian Street in the Bund area hosts this inaugural jazz and contemporary music festival featuring global jazz legends, Chinese musical stars, and emerging bands. Starts each evening; ticketed, audience varied; includes trendy markets and food zones. |
| October 17–31 | My World of Herbal Medicine | Children’s Art Theater, family‑friendly immersive theater introducing Chinese herbal medicine through interactive role‑playing, games, tactile and visual elements. Suitable for families with children; ticketed; audience participation encouraged. |
| October 17–26 | The Night Is Short, Girl, Go Ahead | Musical at venues in Shanghai adapted from Tomihiko Morimi’s work, blending pop, jazz, and rock. Scenic design recreates a Japanese townhouse with surreal elements. Evening performances; ticketed; arts‑interested audience. |
| October 18–19 | Soong Mei‑ling’s Lost Earrings | Immersive mystery drama at Wanping Theater in Xuhui district. Audience acts as jury navigating rooms and secret passages, exploring a 1:1 Chongqing residence set. Evening shows; ticketed; adult audiences; includes interrogation scenes. |
| October 15 | Universal Tourism Exhibition 2025 | Pullman Shanghai South in the southern district hosts tourism industry exhibition. Day‑long trade event from morning to late afternoon; free for industry professionals; attendees include 1500 outbound travel agencies showcasing tourism trends. |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-11 | Local government decisions / Future industry | Shanghai unveils measures to accelerate innovation and future industries | On October 11, Shanghai municipal government introduced “Measures to Accelerate Frontier Technology Innovation and Future Industry Cultivation,” aiming by 2027 to nurture about 20 leading future-ecosystem enterprises and cluster zones, and by 2030 establish strategic emerging sectors. Focus areas include cell and gene therapy, brain–machine interfaces, embodied intelligence, 6G, quantum technologies and controllable nuclear fusion, announced at a government press briefing reported by Securities Times and Shanghai municipal website. |
| 2025-10-16 | Infrastructure / Urban renewal | Xuhui District outlines achievements and future urban renewal | On October 16, Xuhui District delivered an update on its “14th Five‑Year Plan” achievements: over 21 million m² of renewal developments launched/completed across 108 projects, 11.5 million m² of old housing renovated, 1 330 new elevators installed, and nearly 400 communities improved for approximately 180 000 households. Xuhui aims to become a new model of AI‑empowered urban development with AI industry output reaching hundreds of billions of yuan. |
Originally published: 2025-10-14T21:27:21.414882
Current Events in Shanghai in October
| Event | Date(s) | Highlights |
| Shanghai International Light Festival | Sept 19 – Oct 18 | City-wide installations, art lighting, 177 events across 16 venues for immersive evening strolls |
| League of Legends World Championship (Quarterfinals & Semifinals) | Oct 14 – Oct 25 | Global esports matches at Mercedes‑Benz Arena, part of 2025 Worlds |
| Shanghai Fashion Week SS26 | Oct 9 – Oct 16 | 100+ fashion shows, international and local designer debuts, runway and trade shows |
| RAMa 2025 – Architecture Biennial | Ongoing into October | Free outdoor architectural installations across Rockbund area |
| Universal Tourism Exhibition (UTE Shanghai) | Oct 15 | One‑day trade show for tourism industry professionals |
| Bund International Art Festival | Sep 11 – Nov 26 | Art installations, digital culture, gallery tours along the Bund |
| Shanghai International Children’s Theatre Festival | Oct 1 – Nov 30 | Theatrical performances for families, domestic and international troupes |
| “Whiteboard (Miselu)” Interactive Comedy in Shanghainese | Oct 1 – Oct 19 | Local-language interactive comedy show at Zhuanzhan Space |
| “The Night Is Short, Girl, Go Ahead” Musical | Oct 17 – Oct 26 | Adapted musical blending pop, jazz, rock; surreal visuals and Japanese-inspired design |
| Belgian Multimedia Drama “Fingertip Love” | Oct 17 – Oct 19 | Finger-dance performance with miniature landscapes at China Grand Theater |
| Bund Music Festival | Oct 17 – Oct 19 | Jazz, stars and emerging bands, street music markets and food zones |
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-25 | Infrastructure / Urban Development | Launch of 42 Quality Urban Renewal Projects | At the first Urban Renewal Development Conference, Shanghai unveiled 42 exemplary projects in urban renewal spanning cultural preservation, green public space improvement, and public infrastructure upgrades. |
| 2025-09-19 | Cultural Event | Second Shanghai International Light Festival Opens | The 2025 Shanghai International Light Festival began in mid‑September, showcasing light‑art installations along Xuhui Riverside under the theme “Light Up Shanghai.” |
| 2025‑10‑08 | Public Transport / Traffic | Airport Link Line Ridership Peaks | The city‑wide airport rail link saw its highest single‑day ridership of 68,100 passengers on October 8. |
| 2025‑10‑09 | Public Transport / Traffic | Traffic Control and Bus Adjustments in Chongming | Starting October 9, parts of Chongming experienced temporary traffic controls and adjustments to certain bus routes during the holiday period. |
| 2025‑10‑11 | Public Transport / Traffic | Military‑Industrial Elevated Road Opens | On October 11, the main section of the military‑industrial elevated road was opened to traffic, accompanied by new vehicle restriction rules. |
Sources:
– Urban renewal conference and project details: 2025‑09‑25 conference reporting on 42 projects
– Light festival opening in mid‑September along Xuhui riverside
– Airport line ridership record on October 8
– Traffic controls and bus route changes in Chongming from October 9
– Opening of military‑industrial elevated road and limits from October 11
Originally published: 2025-10-05T14:17:45.331083
Current Events in Shanghai in October
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| Shanghai International Horse Culture Week | September 30 – October 7 | Shanghai Jiushi International Equestrian Center | Experience equestrian competitions, stage shows, and China’s first European horse auction. |
| Shanghai International Electronic Music Festival | October 2 – 3 | Shanghai International Circuit | Enjoy performances by over 20 renowned DJs across three themed stages. |
| Shanghai Masters Tennis Tournament | October 1 – 12 | Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena | Watch top male tennis players compete in this ATP Masters 1000 event. |
| SS 2026 Shanghai Fashion Week | October 9 – 16 | Various venues | Discover the latest fashion trends from international and local designers. |
| FISE Extreme Sports Festival | October 16 – 19 | Various venues | Witness thrilling extreme sports competitions featuring international athletes. |
| Interfilière Shanghai | October 13 – 14 | Shanghai Exhibition Center | Explore the international textile and fashion fair focusing on lingerie and swimwear. |
| ACHEMASIA | October 14 – 16 | National Exhibition and Convention Center | Attend the expo and forum for sustainable chemical production. |
| China Toy Expo | October 15 – 17 | Shanghai New International Expo Center | Discover the latest in toys and preschool education resources. |
| China Kids Fair | October 15 – 17 | Shanghai New International Expo Center | Explore products and services for babies and children. |
| Embedded World China | October 16 – 17 | Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center | Learn about the latest in embedded systems technology. |
| League of Legends World Championship Quarterfinals | October 28 – November 2 | Mercedes-Benz Arena | Watch top esports teams compete in the quarterfinals of this global tournament. |
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local listings for the most current information.
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-22 | Cultural Events | Shanghai issues new round of cultural consumption vouchers | Shanghai has launched its second round of cultural consumption vouchers this year as part of a campaign aimed at boosting cultural spending. |
| 2025-09-22 | Infrastructure Projects | From AI to green energy: Highlights of CIIF 2025 | CIIF 2025 brings together industrial innovation and the limitless possibilities of smart manufacturing. |
| 2025-09-22 | Education | UNESCO STEM education institute opens in Shanghai | The UNESCO International Institute for STEM Education (IISTEM) was inaugurated in Shanghai on Sept 21, marking the first UNESCO Category 1 Center in the Asia-Pacific region. |
| 2025-09-22 | Sports | Elite golfers to compete in LPGA Shanghai | The 2025 Buick LPGA Shanghai will be held in Shanghai from Oct 9 to 12. |
| 2025-09-22 | Infrastructure Projects | Shanghai sends first rail-road intermodal shipment to Central Asia | Shanghai initiated its first rail-road intermodal transport operation for export goods on Sept 16, with a container of industrial raw materials departing for Kyrgyzstan. |
| 2025-09-22 | Sports | China’s oar-some start to World Rowing Championships | China’s first-ever World Rowing Championships kicked off in Shanghai on Sept 21, with over 1,000 athletes from 55 countries and regions set to compete in Qingpu district. |
| 2025-09-22 | Cultural Events | Shanghai prepares to open new hub for costume drama filming | It aims to meet the growing demand for micro dramas, particularly vertically shot dramas, and aspires to become a “Vertical Hollywood”. |
| 2025-09-22 | Cultural Events | Festival sheds light on city’s vitality and nighttime attractions | Landscape lighting is a prominent symbol of the 2nd Shanghai International Light Festival, one of the city’s major public benefit events. |
| 2025-09-22 | Cultural Events | Jinshan to host week-long farmers’ harvest carnival | In Shanghai’s Jinshan district, the festival will take the form of a lively carnival on Sept 20-27 at SH Blooming Garden in Zhujing town. |
Originally published: 2025-09-25T15:38:13.107219
Current Events in Shanghai in September
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| World Design Cities Conference | September 25–28 | Huangpu District | Under the theme “Design Boosts Flourishing,” this conference aims to build a global platform for design innovation and cooperation, exploring new pathways for design-driven high-quality development. |
| World Rowing Championships | September 21–28 | Dianshan Lake | Shanghai hosts the prestigious World Rowing Championships for the first time, featuring over 1,000 athletes from around 60 countries competing in various rowing events. |
| Shanghai International Light Festival | September 19–October 18 | Main venue and 16 sub-venues across the city | Under the theme “Light Up Shanghai,” the festival features 177 themed activities, offering an immersive experience with light and shadow displays. |
| Bund International Art Festival | September 11–November 26 | The Bund | Under the theme “To the Bund, For Art,” this festival invites visitors to immerse themselves in art along the Bund, showcasing Shanghai’s Haipai culture. |
| Shanghai Tourism Festival | September 13–October 6 | Various locations | Featuring a parade with 25 elaborately designed floats and performances from 24 troupes across 15 countries, this festival showcases Shanghai’s openness and cultural allure. |
| SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase | September 25–October 5 | SpicyComedy Lounge, Xintiandi | Featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians, with shows held throughout the week. |
| Shanghai Masters 2025 | October 1–13 | Qizhong Forest Sports City Tennis Center | Part of the ATP 1000 Masters series, this prestigious tennis tournament features top players, including Novak Djokovic, competing in the Asia-Pacific region’s only ATP 1000 event. |
| Jay Chou’s “Carnival” World Tour Concert | October 9 | Shanghai Stadium | Renowned artist Jay Chou brings his “Carnival” World Tour to Shanghai, promising an unforgettable musical experience. |
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check official sources or contact event organizers for the most current information.
City News in Shanghai – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-10 | Local Government Decisions | Shanghai Municipal Government Announces Urban Renewal Initiatives | Putuo District has completed comprehensive renovations on 180,800 square meters of old housing and repairs on approximately 2.17 million square meters, with plans to construct 2 million square meters of “Beautiful Homes” this year. |
| 2025-09-17 | Cultural Events | 36th Shanghai Tourism Festival Enters “Classic Events Season” | The festival, running through October 6, features over 200 events across six themes, including City Tour, Shopping Tour, and Cultural and Museum Tour. |
| 2025-09-17 | Cultural Events | Second Shanghai International Light Festival Illuminates the City | From September 19 to October 18, the festival showcases 177 themed activities across 17 venues under the theme “Light Up Shanghai”. |
| 2025-09-17 | Cultural Events | “Art on the Bund: 2025 Bund International Art Festival” Officially Kicks Off | Running until November 26, the festival invites citizens and visitors to immerse themselves in art along the Bund, highlighting Shanghai’s Haipai culture. |
| 2025-09-18 | Economic Developments | China Unveils Initiatives to Encourage Consumer Spending | The Ministry of Commerce released a 19-point plan focusing on sectors such as sports, healthcare, and culture to boost consumer spending. |
| 2025-09-18 | Public Safety Announcements | China Drafts Safety Rules for Level-2 Driver-Assistance Systems | The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a draft national standard setting safety requirements for Level-2 driver-assistance systems. |
| 2025-09-21 | Sports News | 2025 World Rowing Championships Commence in Shanghai | The championships, held from September 21 to 28 on Dianshan Lake in Qingpu, feature top athletes from over 60 countries. |
| 2025-09-25 | Infrastructure Projects | Shanghai Metro Expands with New Line Openings | Recent expansions in early 2024 have been followed by ongoing construction of new lines and extensions to enhance the city’s rapid transit system. |
Originally published: 2025-09-15T21:05:51.661753
Current Events in Shanghai in September
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| Shanghai Tourism Festival | September 13–October 6 | Various locations across Shanghai | The 36th Shanghai Tourism Festival features a grand float parade, cultural performances, and discounts at over 60 attractions. Highlights include the opening ceremony on September 13 along East Zhongshan No.1 Road and half-price promotions from September 13 to 19. |
| World Rowing Championships | September 21–28 | Dianshan Lake, Shanghai Water Sports Center | Shanghai hosts the 53rd World Rowing Championships, marking the first time this prestigious event is held in China. Over 1,000 athletes from around 60 countries will compete. |
| Shanghai International Light Festival | September 19–October 18 | Main venue and 16 sub-venues across Shanghai | The second Shanghai International Light Festival transforms the city with architectural projections, light and shadow performances, and music concerts, offering a stunning visual and cultural experience. |
| ATP Masters 1000 Shanghai | September 29–October 12 | Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena, Minhang District | As Asia’s highest-tier ATP event, this prestigious tennis competition integrates sports, business, tourism, and cultural elements, attracting top tennis stars from around the world. |
| S-Tron Shanghai 2025 | September 23–24 | West Bund Artistic Center, Xuhui District | Formerly known as Slush China, S-Tron brings together innovative investors, entrepreneurs, and large corporations. The event features keynote speeches, roundtable forums, startup pitching competitions, and interactive zones. |
| Huawei Connect | September 18–20 | Shanghai | Huawei Connect explores AI applications across ecosystems, focusing on digital infrastructure and innovation, with industry leaders discussing the future of technology. |
| Billie Jean King Cup Finals | September 16–21 | Shenzhen | The premier women’s team tennis competition aligns with the start of the WTA Tour’s Asian swing, featuring top national teams competing for the title. |
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check official sources or contact event organizers for the most current information.