It's damn hot, so why not treat yourself to some drinks at one of Shanghai's excellent al fresco happy hours and then head out to party on into the early hours to celebrate the end of another working week. You might as well, it'll be Monday again before you know it. Here are our nightlife highlights for this weekend.
THURSDAY 6
Girls Night Out - Bistros Jewels Edition
Bar Rouge and MVP Shanghai brings you fashionable vintage style jewels with a modern touch. With DJ John Avolio behind the deck playing your favorite tunes, dancers and waiters on the floor, girls get simply the best. Expect free cocktails and manicure service for all the ladies and stand a chance to win elegant jewel from Bistros Collections at a special lucky draw. Free entrance until 12.30am with the password MVP.
Bar Rouge 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Dong Lu. 9.30pm. 100RMB.
The Junglists
Beast and Frau are bringing a night of OG '90s Breaks and Jungle to Smash.
Smash 685 Dingxi Lu, near Niuqiao Lu. 9pm. Free.
SIESTA LOCA: 18 Years of Drum & Bass
DJ Siesta started Phreaktion Music in the summer of 1999 and this July, both the brand and her DJ career reaches the 18-year landmark. Come down while Siesta curates the best tunes that soundtracked her DnB journey over the last 18 years. Support from Arkaik, Cursed, Fractale, MC Jado and Y TOO Z.
DADA 115 Xingfu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu. 10pm. Free.
FRIDAY 7
Chic’n’pop – Dj Simon Adams
A musical journey influenced by a myriad of genres, traveling from funk, house, soul, jazz and disco. DJ Simon Adams promises a fabulous set to captivate all audiences. Password COCO at the door until midnight.
UNÏCO Second Floor, Three on the Bund, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Guangdong Lu. 10.30pm. Free.
Cakes Da Killa
A 25-year-old rapper who has a raw intensity and has been described as ‘one of hip-hop’s most exciting new voices’. Worth more than just a mention on a queer hip-hop trend piece.
ALL 17 Xiangyang Bei Lu, near Changle Lu. 10pm. 100RMB.
Asian Vibes pres. China Debut Series #15 - Headless Horseman
The modus operandi of this artist is dark, raw, and rhythmic IDM-flavoured techno. Hardware-only live sets at places like Berghain and Boiler Room Berlin have showcased the Horseman's skills as a producer and performer.
Arkham Found 158, 168 Julu Lu, near Chengdu Nan Lu. 10pm. 80RMB (presale); 100RMB before midnight; 120RMB after midnight (includes one free shot).
China Social Social Club - Bootleg T-Shirt Launch
Frau and PCJ will be spinning disco, breaks, house and giving trance a chance. T-shirts are 80RMB each - limited stock. We'd advise you to arrive early.
Smash 685 Dingxi Lu, near Niuqiao Lu. 9pm. Free.
STIR Launch Party feat. ELVIS.T
30 years of tracks with swagger and soul ranging from funk to techno. Expect organic raw grooves and vinyl pressed for the dancefloor.
Elevator Fourth floor, 218 Xinle Lu, near Fumin Lu. 10.30pm. 60RMB.
Holly Friday - Red Sensation
Red Sensation Party invites you to immerse in an atmosphere of passion, love and fun at Hollywood, along with cool decorations, gadgets and music. The colour of the night is red with a lineup of DJ Jobo and a special guest. There will be no cover charge before 1am for men and no cover charge before 3am for ladies.
Hollywood 46 Yueyang Lu near Dongping Lu. 11.30pm. 100RMB.
SATURDAY 8
SHFT. presents Aazar
One of the leaders in France’s bass movement, Pardon My French Collaborator AAZAR is back. Get ready for the long awaited trappy bass show you been craving.
Arkham Found 158, 168 Julu Lu, near Chengdu Nan Lu. 10pm. 180RMB; 100RMB (presale).
FIESTA
Choose your favourite tequila flavour and get ready for a muy buena Noche Latina topped by the beats of Dj Tuto. Free entry until midnight if you RSVP to events@mvpshanghai.com.
Bar Rouge 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, near Nanjing Dong Lu. 10pm. Free.
NO (B)ORDER presents Kaoru Inoue
NO (B)ORDER proudly presents the special guest DJ, Japanese legend, Kaoru Inoue. The top Japanese DJ/ Producer plays diverse music such as house, jazz, break beats, African, Brazilian and Asian in his own distinctive style.
Elevator Fourth floor, 218 Xinle Lu, near Fumin Lu. 10.30pm. 80RMB.
Rock'n'roll Party - Hollywood
It's rock'n'roll time at Hollywood. Dance your heart out on the dancefloor along the hottest rock'n'roll hits by Dj Jobo and Dj Young. There will be no cover charge before 1am for men and no cover charge before 3am for ladies.
Hollywood 46 Yueyang Lu near Dongping Lu. 11.30pm. 100RMB.