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Events and Day Trips

  • Eight Movements for Health: Baduanjin Qigong
    Eight Movements for Health: Baduanjin Qigong
    Thu, Nov 05
    Changning District
    Nov 05, 2026, 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM
    DATE: Thursday, November 5 TIME: 10:15 AM Registration, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM COST: RMB 150 for members, RMB 250 for non-members VENUE: 1452 Hongqiao Road, GIFC B101 METRO: Line 10 to Yili Road Station or Line 15 to Hongbaoshi Road Station
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  • SEA Festive Coffee: Celebrate the Season Together
    SEA Festive Coffee: Celebrate the Season Together
    Mon, Nov 09
    Huangpu District
    Nov 09, 2026, 9:45 AM – 1:00 PM
    DATE: Monday, November 9 TIME: 9:45 AM Registration, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM COST: FREE for members 170 RMB for non-members (non PRC passport holders only) Note: Children ages 12 and under attend free of charge. VENUE: Pullman Shanghai Central Hotel 15 Dapu Road, Oasis Ballroom, 3rd Floor
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  • Along Suzhou Creek: Where Shanghai's Past Meets the Present
    Along Suzhou Creek: Where Shanghai's Past Meets the Present
    Wed, Nov 11
    Jing’an District
    Nov 11, 2026, 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM
    DATE:  Wednesday, November 11 TIME:  9:15 AM Registration, 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM  COST:  RMB 250 for members  RMB 350 for non-members 
 (see detailed description for inclusions and costs for children) MEET: 
 Qufu Road Metro Station, Exit 3
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  • KIDS EVENT: Holiday Arts & Crafts
    KIDS EVENT: Holiday Arts & Crafts
    Sat, Nov 14
    Xuhui District
    Nov 14, 2026, 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM
    DATE: Saturday, November 14 TIME: 3:15 PM Registration, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM COST: RMB 350 for members, RMB 450 for non-members (See description for inclusions) VENUE: BAS Art Studio Taiyuan Rd., Lane 25, Building 12, Room 202 Xuhui District
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  • The Lunch Bunch @ Tomatito
    The Lunch Bunch @ Tomatito
    Mon, Nov 16
    Huangpu District
    Nov 16, 2026, 11:45 AM – 2:00 PM
    DATE: Monday, November 16 TIME: 11:45 AM Registration, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM COST: Members: Pay for what you order  Non-members: Pay for what you order, plus RMB 100  VENUE:  Tomatito Shanghai  168 Hubin Rd., Infinitus Mall, 3rd Floor  Huangpu District
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  • ART EVENT: Understanding Ancient Chinese Bronzes
    ART EVENT: Understanding Ancient Chinese Bronzes
    Tue, Nov 17
    Xuhui District
    Nov 17, 2026, 11:45 AM – 2:00 PM
    DATE:  Tuesday, November 17 TIME: 11:45 AM Registration, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM COST: Free for members  RMB 100 for non-members  VENUE: Sketchyard Café L1-A02, Building 13, 888 Dong’An Rd. Xuhui District
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  • Behind the Scenes: SAIC-Volkswagen Factory Tour
    Behind the Scenes: SAIC-Volkswagen Factory Tour
    Wed, Nov 18
    Jing’an District
    Nov 18, 2026, 8:15 AM – 12:30 PM
    DATE:  Wednesday, November 18 TIME:  8:15 AM Registration, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM  COST:  RMB 250 for members  RMB 350 for non-members  (Please see detailed description for inclusions) MEET:  Baker & Spice (Shanghai Centre)  1376 West Nanjing Rd.  Shanghai Centre, 1st Floor, near Xikang Rd.  Jing'an
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  • Essential Oils Over Coffee
    Essential Oils Over Coffee
    Thu, Nov 19
    Changning District
    Nov 19, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM
    DATE: Thursday, November 19 TIME:  9:45 AM Registration, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM COST:  RMB 100 for members  RMB 200 for non-members   VENUE:  Carol Tan's Home Studio  3887 Hongmei Rd.  Changning
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  • AWAY TRIP: Guilin & Li River Retreat
    AWAY TRIP: Guilin & Li River Retreat
    Fri, Nov 20
    Guilin Yangshuo, Guangxi
    Nov 20, 2026, 8:20 AM – Nov 22, 2026, 4:50 PM
    Discover one of China's most iconic landscapes on a journey through Guilin and the breathtaking Li River. Cruise past dramatic limestone peaks before arriving in the charming countryside of Yangshuo, where you can explore peaceful villages, rice paddies and winding country lanes by bike or on foot.
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  • DAY TRIP: A One-Day Getaway at Suzhou Dongshan
    DAY TRIP: A One-Day Getaway at Suzhou Dongshan
    Tue, Nov 24
    Changning District
    Nov 24, 2026, 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
    DATE:  Tuesday, November 24  TIME:  8:15 AM Registration, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM  COST:  RMB 550 for members  RMB 650 for non-members  (See below for inclusions)  MEET:  Starbucks  2270 Hongqiao Rd. (near Longxi Rd.)  Changning District
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  • November Welcome Chat
    November Welcome Chat
    Wed, Nov 25
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    Nov 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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  • Cooking with Chef Mike: Hairy Crab & Cauliflower Pork
    Cooking with Chef Mike: Hairy Crab & Cauliflower Pork
    Thu, Nov 26
    Putuo District
    Nov 26, 2026, 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM
    DATE:   Thursday, November 26 TIME:   9:15 AM Registration, 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM  COST:   RMB 280 for members 
RMB 380 for non-members  VENUE:   Chinese Cooking Workshop at M50  50 Moganshan Rd., Building 2, 2/F  Putuo Putuo District
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  • January Welcome Chat
    January Welcome Chat
    Wed, Jan 27
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    Jan 27, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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  • February Welcome Chat
    February Welcome Chat
    Wed, Feb 24
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    Feb 24, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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  • March Welcome Chat
    March Welcome Chat
    Wed, Mar 31
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    Mar 31, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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  • April Welcome Chat
    April Welcome Chat
    Wed, Apr 28
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    Apr 28, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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  • May Welcome Chat
    May Welcome Chat
    Wed, May 26
    Puxi - The Coffee Tree (Ferguson Lane)
    May 26, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Join the SEA Welcome Team for a relaxed morning chat where you can meet new people, exchange experiences, and ask questions about life in this amazing city. Our regular Welcome Chats are the easiest way to connect with Shanghai Expat Association, Shanghai’s largest international community.
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