Thursday
Women Power @ The Pearl
A high-energy tribute celebrating the most iconic female voices in modern music.
From fierce rock anthems to pop power ballads, this electrifying live concert channels the spirit, attitude, and unstoppable strength of legendary women who changed the sound of a generation.
Bold vocals, driving guitars, and pure stage energy come together in a show that’s loud, empowering, and unforgettable.
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Thu Jan 8, 8.30pm; RMB100
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Friday
Yiko & Les Hombres Blues Night @ Chair Club
The legendary Cotton Club Band—Yiko Gu, Jorland Paulino and Greg Smith—play the blues every Friday at Chair Club.
With soulful grooves and decades of stage chemistry, they turn every set into a late-night juke joint revival.
Every Fri, 9.30pm; Free Entry
Chair Club, Bldg 12, 34 Yuyao Lu, Jing’an District 余姚路34号12号楼
Heavy Metal Karaoke @ FENRIR
Knock knock! Who’s there? Muthafuckin stardom baby!
Well maybe it’s cousin anyways, because FENRIR’s giving you a chance to feel like a rock god without all the work or forming a band, getting noticed, playing small bars over and over to the same handful of people, ODing, and learning music and shit!
All you have to do is down a bunch of Asahi and get on the mic and spit it! Yep, it’s HEAVY METAL KARAOKE time baby!
No cover charge! Plus a free shot for every participant! What are you waiting for?
Fri Jan 9, 10pm; Free Entry
FENRIR, B103, B1, No.55, Lane 222, Panyu Lu, Changning District 上海市长宁区番禺路222弄55号B103室
Lost in the Tropic @ La Barra
Step into the unknown and lose yourself in tropical shadows. A night where mystery meets rhythm, and the dancefloor becomes a journey.
Deep Afrohouse, hypnotic Tech House, and timeless House sounds blending into warm, immersive energy.
Reservations: 158 0030 7744
Fri Jan 9, 10.30pm-Late; RMB120
La Barra, Lane 319 Jiaozhou Lu, Building 30, by Xinzha Lu, Jing’an District 胶州路319弄30号, 进新闸路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 La Barra vouchers for just RMB80!
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Friday & Saturday
Right Side Up Party @ RIINK
Kick off 2026 in style at RIINK’s Right Side Up party this weekend!
Embrace the new year with a positive vibe and take on new challenges and wormhole travel back to the 80s.
Enjoy an unforgettable roller skating experience, grooving to DJ Chaofun on Friday and DJ Flyz on Saturday.
Dress in your best retro outfits for a surprise gift, and savor themed dishes and drinks.
Celebrate with fun, nostalgia, and skating—don’t miss out on this epic adventure!
Send a message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code ‘That’s How I Roll’ for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!
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Fri & Sat Jan 9 & 10, 8pm-Late; Free Entry
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Saturday
Saturday Live: Kevin Du & Anne Evenou @ Cotton’s
Step into a Jazz Wonderland, where the soulful sound of live music transforms the cozy Cotton’s villa into a sonic escape, blending timeless classics with the vibrant energy of swing.
Settle in, sip a drink, and let the smooth sounds provide the perfect soundtrack to a winter’s night.
Sat Jan 10, 7-10pm; Free Entry
Cotton’s, 294 Xinhua Lu, by Panyu Lu 新华路294 号, 近番禺路
Amazonia @ La Barra
Enter the depths of the jungle, where sound and nature collide. Amazinia is an immersive night driven by the finest Afro House music, echoing through dense rhythms and deep, hypnotic atmospheres.
Five DJs guiding the journey with the best Afro House tracks over two stages hidden in the jungle, each with its own energy.
From deep and melodic sounds to powerful late-night moments, the music builds, evolves, and surrounds you.
Reservations: 158 0030 7744
Sat Jan 10, 10.30pm-Late; RMB120
La Barra, Lane 319 Jiaozhou Lu, Building 30, by Xinzha Lu, Jing’an District 胶州路319弄30号, 进新闸路
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Imagine Dragons Tribute Concert @ The Pearl
The Red Stars deliver a powerhouse tribute to Imagine Dragons and the best of American pop-rock—featuring hits from Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, Bon Jovi, Billie Eilish, and more.
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Fri Jan 9, 9pm; RMB150
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Monsters of Rock @ The Pearl
A thunderous tribute featuring the legendary sounds of Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. Crushing riffs, soaring vocals, and raw stage power bring the spirit of heavy rock’s true pioneers to life in a full-force live concert experience that’s loud, dark, and unapologetic.
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Sat Jan 10, 9pm; RMB150
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Sunday
Family Concert: Imagine Dragons Tribute @ The Pearl
The Red Stars deliver a powerhouse tribute to Imagine Dragons and the best of American pop-rock—featuring hits from Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, Bon Jovi, Billie Eilish, and more.
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Sun Jan 11, 5pm; RMB100 adults, RMB60 kids, under 5s free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Looking Ahead
FOTO LIVE @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Every Wednesday, Fotografiska Shanghai hosts a FOTO LIVE event, showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth-floor lounge stage.
Enjoy captivating performances and meticulously crafted cocktails, and spend quality time with friends in a modern art-enriched ambiance.
The ticket price includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions, in addition to an evening of live music.
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Every Wed, 8-10pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska
Fotografiska, 4/F, 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing’an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Nirvana: Smells Like Teen Spirit @ The Pearl
A grungy night of raw energy and 90s attitude as The Red Stars pay tribute to Nirvana and the best of 90s alternative rock — from Alice In Chains to Soundgarden and beyond.
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Wed Jan 14, 8.30pm; RMB100
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Moves Like Jagger! @ The Pearl
A dance party through the 2000s to today—Maroon 5, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Imagine Dragons, and more—all in one nonstop live show of chart-topping hits.
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Fri Jan 16, 9pm; RMB150
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
The Rolling Stones & British Invasion @ The Pearl
The Red Stars dive into the raw swagger and electrifying riffs of The Rolling Stones in a powerhouse British Invasion tribute. Expect iconic anthems, blues-soaked rock ’n’ roll, and hits from fellow legends like The Beatles, The Who, Queen, and Led Zeppelin. A night made for true rock devotees.
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Sat Jan 17, 9pm; RMB150
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
The Beatles & British Invasion @ The Pearl
The Red Stars return with a full-power evening of British rock legends—The Beatles, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, The Who, Coldplay, and more—a true homage to the UK’s greatest bands.
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Sun Jan 18, 5pm; RMB100 adults, RMB60 kids, under 5s free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
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