The Bund — a mile-long waterfront promenade along the Huangpu River — is known not only for its breathtaking views and iconic architecture, but also as a dynamic hub for art and creativity.

Currently, seven free exhibitions are on show along the historic stretch, offering an immersive journey through diverse artistic expressions. Let's explore these captivating displays!

 

Blossom Time

At the Swatch Art Peace Hotel — the south building of the historic Fairmont Peace Hotel — more than 100 international artists have left their mark.

The Blossom Time exhibition brings together 28 artists from 15 countries and regions, including 13 from China, transforming this century-old building into a vibrant art space.

When: Now to April 20

Where: Swatch Art Peace Hotel, No 23 East Nanjing Road, Huangpu district

Tip: Scan the QR code below for reservations. Each invitation admits one guest only.

The 8th John Moores Painting Prize (China) Exhibition

Spanning two locations — Bund 18 and Bund 27 — this exhibition presents 100 award-winning and shortlisted paintings, showcasing a rich variety of themes and styles. Whether you are drawn to abstract concepts, hyperrealistic details, or contemporary ink aesthetics, each piece invites you to explore the artist's creative vision.

When:

Now to May 12

10 am to 6 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)

Where:

• Shanghai Jiushi Art Museum, 6F, No 27 East Zhongshan Road Number One
• Bund 18 Jiushi Art Gallery, 2F, No 18 East Zhongshan Road Number One

Tip: Click the WeChat mini program (#小程序://久事文传/AyIQXniWfyd2gBj) to make a reservation for entry.

 

A Leisurely Stroll with the Horse

Japanese artist Shintaro Miyake blends multiple media — drawings, paintings, sculptures and cutout figures on paper or wood — to capture fleeting moments of city life. It's said that his improvisational style may reveal hidden corners of Shanghai in unexpected ways.

When: Now to May 24

Where: Perrotin Shanghai, 3F, No 27 Huqiu Road

 

When Time Was Like A River

Armenian-Syrian artist Kevork Mourad presents his first solo project in Asia — featuring installation, work on paper, paintings, and cut-out paintings. This deeply reflective exhibition explores lost civilizations, human resilience and the architecture of memory.

When: Now to May 24

Where: Perrotin Shanghai, 3F, No 27 Huqiu Road

 

Dirk Salz: Dimensions of Light and Color

German artist Dirk Salz's first exhibition in Asia unfolds as a mesmerizing interplay of light, space and layered resin. His abstract compositions shift with the changing light, creating an ever-evolving visual experience.

When:

Now to May 4

Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 7 pm

Where:

Bluerider ART, No 133 Middle Sichuan Road

 

One Thousand and One Nights

Hong Kong-based artist Rose Wong reinterprets the classical Middle East folk tales not as a myth, but as an exploration of contemporary female narratives and symbolism. Her 24 new works, rich in color and texture, invite viewers into a magical and introspective world.

When: Now to April 20

Where: Gallery OM, Room 815, No 33 Middle Sichuan Road

 

Those Who Flow in the Body Also Wander in the City

Let It Go, Leave It Behind

Cub_ism_ Artspace presents a spring exhibition featuring artists Chen Keru, Nie Wenhui, Santiago Llanos and Sun Yihan. The show delves into the metaphorical connection between the human body and the ever-changing urban landscape, blurring the boundaries between past and present, movement and stillness.

When: Now to April 6

Where: Rooms 201-205, No 33 Middle Sichuan Road

 

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, official WeChat account of the publicity department of the CPC Huangpu district committee at "shhuangpu", WeChat accounts of the abovementioned venues