George Russell visits downtown Shanghai ahead of F1 race weekend

George Russell, a driver for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team, visited the Adidas Brand Center at the No 1 Department Store on East Nanjing Road on the evening of March 11.

March markets in Shanghai: Bread, flowers, and spring flavors

From bread festivals to flower markets and seasonal food fairs, these events bring together local brands, handmade goods, and spring flavors. Here are several markets worth visiting.

Shanghai launches 2026 Checkered Flag Carnival across the city

On the evening of March 8, the 2026 Checkered Flag Carnival began with an opening ceremony at the Gate M West Bund Dream Center in Xuhui district.

Eight-day global food market opens on Suzhou Creek waterfront

An eight-day global food market hosted by local retail giant Bailian Group opened on March 1 along Shanghai's Suzhou Creek, bringing together international culinary brands, Chinese specialties, and lifestyle retailers along the creek's revitalized waterfront.

Celebrating Lantern Festival in Shanghai: Events across the city (part two)

Across the city, residents and visitors alike can immerse themselves in music, exhibitions, lantern displays, and festive gatherings.

Celebrating Lantern Festival in Shanghai: Events across the city (part one)

A citywide celebration blends heritage and modern flair.

Putuo expands 'Global Taste in Shanghai' with 20% off dining vouchers

To encourage spending, China UnionPay has introduced catering vouchers worth 20 yuan ($2.91) off a 100-yuan bill and 40 yuan off a 200-yuan bill.

Exhibitions open in Shanghai's historic villas

Historic villas across the city are hosting several new exhibitions this season.

Xintiandi launches Heritage Now Festival for Year of the Horse

Shanghai Xintiandi will host the Heritage Now Festival from Feb 12 to March 3, featuring a lineup of cultural, artistic, dining, and retail experiences spanning Spring Festival and Lantern Festival.

Zhangyuan marks Chinese New Year with multi-week special event

Zhangyuan launched a Chinese New Year special event on Feb 8, introducing a series of themed activities across its historic Shikumen neighborhood in downtown Shanghai.