Events in Shanghai in September 2027
Shanghai event dates for September 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to September.
Shanghai's September 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 24, 2026
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Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Sep 5 - Sep 25
Shanghai Art Biennale - Autumn Exhibition
An autumn edition of the Shanghai Art Biennale showcasing contemporary art from local and international artists.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Sep 10 - Sep 15
Shanghai International Film Festival - Special September Screenings
A special series of film screenings and events as part of the Shanghai International Film Festival's off-season programming held in September 2027.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Sep 12 - Sep 14
Shanghai Jazz Festival - September Edition
A three-day jazz music festival featuring local and international jazz artists performing at various venues across Shanghai.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Mid-Autumn Festival · publicSep 15
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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Turn these September events into a full Shanghai plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.