From shopping deals and art exhibitions to musical theater, classical concerts, and virtual sports, here are some events to enjoy in Shanghai this November.

Hongqiao Pinhui: CIIE product showcase and shopping season

When: Oct 25–Dec 31

Where: Hongqiao Pinhui

Hongqiao Pinhui is hosting a special shopping season featuring products showcased at the China International Import Expo.

The selection includes wines imported in their original bottles from Italy and France, drip coffee bags from Burundi, laundry detergent from Malaysia, collagen face masks from South Korea, milk from Russia, jasmine rice from Cambodia, goat milk powder from New Zealand, whole-cut beef from Australia, and alpaca-themed creative products from Chile.

Shoppers can enjoy special discounts and gifts with qualifying purchases. Visitors and exhibitors presenting their CIIE badges are eligible for an additional 10 percent off already-discounted items. Two hours of free parking are also available daily.

Kinky Boots

When: Nov 3–15

Where: West Bund Grand Theatre

The Broadway musical Kinky Boots is currently touring China.

Based on a true story, the musical follows Charlie, the heir to a struggling traditional shoe factory, who meets Lola, a talented performer. Together, they embark on a mission to save the business by designing a line of striking red high-heeled boots.

With music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper and a book by Harvey Fierstein, Kinky Boots features a score that blends pop, rock, electronic music, and blues. The musical has won six Tony Awards, a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, and three Laurence Olivier Awards.

Zenith, Symbol of Light: Baccarat Immersive Lighting Exhibition

When: Nov 8–15

Where: W4, Zhangyuan

French crystal house Baccarat is presenting an immersive exhibition that explores the art of light through its iconic Zenith chandelier collection, featuring collaborations with contemporary artists.

The exhibition highlights the brand's craftsmanship and the elegance of French lifestyle aesthetics, while also showcasing contemporary artistic interpretations. Visitors can explore works created in collaboration with renowned designers and artists such as Philippe Starck, Louise Campbell, Jaime Hayon, Steve Leung, and Harry Nuriev.

A standout piece in the exhibition is an 84-light Zenith chandelier, crafted from more than 3,300 crystal components, exemplifying the intricate craftsmanship for which Baccarat is famed. Visitors can also explore how these iconic chandeliers have been reimagined using different materials, colors, and creative approaches.

West Bund Week 2026

When: Nov 10–15

Where: West Bund Art Center, West Bund Dome Art Center, West Bund International Convention and Exhibition Center, and other venues

West Bund Week 2026 features the 13th edition of West Bund Art & Design and the seventh edition of FutureLab: The Art & Design Innovation in Future Education Expo.

West Bund Art & Design brings together more than 150 exhibitors from China and abroad. These exhibitors are spread across four key venues: West Bund International Convention and Exhibition Center, West Bund Art Center, Orbit, and Gate M Dream Center-M Factory. Meanwhile, FutureLab at West Bund Dome Art Center showcases the works of hundreds of young creators from diverse disciplines and media, with a focus on innovative approaches to art and design education.

West Bund Museum is also celebrating its eighth anniversary, offering special ticket deals, including a joint pass for the museum and West Bund Art & Design. Its annual special exhibition, Computer Worlds, is a highlight, presenting nearly 180 works and archival documents from the Centre Pompidou's collection. The exhibition traces more than 75 years of digital creation, exploring the evolution of digital art through algorithm-generated images, digital craftsmanship, and 3D printing. It examines how these technologies have influenced art, design, and architecture, shaping the imagination of the digital age. Elsewhere along the West Bund, art institutions including Long Museum West Bund, Tank Shanghai, Start Museum, and Pond Society are also presenting new exhibitions.

Hado World Cup 2026

When: Nov 20–22

Where: Waterfront area of the Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal, North Bund

Hado is an augmented reality techno-sport where players wear AR headsets and armband sensors, allowing them to hit the opposing team with energy balls and defend against incoming attacks with shields via hand movements. Two teams of three players compete in fast-paced 80-second matches, combining technology, strategy, and teamwork to outscore their opponents.

The three-day event is expected to draw about 600 athletes from 24 countries and regions, up from more than 300 athletes from 18 countries and regions in the previous edition. It will feature four major international competitions: the 3-on-3 Hado World Cup, the Hado World Global Championship, the Hado International Campus Championship for under-16 players, and the Hado Solo Global Championship.

Beyond the matches, visitors can participate in interactive virtual sports activities. As part of the 2026 Global Taste in Shanghai program, a global food carnival will offer about 40 specialty foods from around the world.

Exploring Russia Music Festival

When: Nov 20–Dec 3

Where: Shanghai Oriental Art Center Concert Hall and Shanghai Concert Hall

The inaugural Exploring Russia Music Festival, presented jointly by the Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra and the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, will feature a series of concerts celebrating Russian classical music.

Three major concerts will take place on Nov 30, Dec 1, and Dec 3, offering a captivating journey through the masterpieces of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Sergei Rachmaninoff, as well as chamber music by Russian composers.

The festival will welcome distinguished Russian musicians, including pianists Andrei Pisarev and Pavel Nersessian, and cellist Kirill Rodin. The lineup also features rising stars such as Vladimir Vishnevsky, first-prize winner in the piano category at the 2025 Rachmaninoff International Competition for Pianists, Composers and Conductors, and violinist Ravil Islyamov, second-prize winner in the violin category at the 2023 International Tchaikovsky Competition.

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce and the venues mentioned above