Ready to get into the holiday spirit? We've rounded up our top picks for holiday happenings, from our own That's Shanghai Christmas Shindig to the other markets around town, Christmas tree lightings, cozy teas and more. Scroll down to see how you can get into the spirit of the season.
Christmas Markets
Xintiandi X-Tree
Starting from Nov 22, a brand new 3D light installment named X-Tree is going to make its debut in the South lane plaza of Xintiandi. Collaborating with renowned French Designer studio 1024 Architecture, Xintiandi holds the exhibition in the hope of awaking people's awareness of protecting woods that are cut down as traditional Christmas trees. Inspired from French designer and artist Pierre Schneider and architect François Wunschel's concept of environmental protection, the 25-meters-tall installment sees metal and sheer fabrics as tree branches which are highlighted by LED light, projections and electric music, creating a future-like multi-dimension sound photoelectric scene. Visitors will be able to climb onto the tree-top viewing platform and overlook the amazing city view. Every night, a fabulous Christmas light show takes on stage, building a brand new and unique festive experience for all.
> Ongoing. Lane123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu
Hubindao
During the festive season, pop by and experience magic AR interactions, busy Christmas parties, pop-up workshops and Xmas fairs. Head to Hubindao shopping mall and let your little ones experience the brand new Christmas Sky Journey. As the country's first-of-its-kind indoor unmanned-aerial-vehicle aviator zone, the journey is going to last from Nov 20 to Jan 4, 2017, another fun destination for families in town for sure.
> Nov 20, 2016-Jan 4, 2017. 150 Hubin Lu, by Ji'nan Lu
Magical Forest Christmas Fair
Hosted at Shanghai Centre for three weeks, from November 30-December 19, the Magical Forest Christmas Fair will feature shopping, food, Santa’s House, live performances, lucky draws and a Santa Lucia celebration with the Swedish Community. The fair is in a fully covered location so it will always be on, rain or shine. Follow Shanghaicentrefair on WeChat to learn more.
> Nov 30-Dec 19. Mon-Thurs, 11.30am-7pm, Fri-Sun, 11.30am-8pm. 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Xikang Lu
The 10th Annual “Christkindlmarkt”
The annual Paulaner German-style Christmas market is back with traditional German food like sausages and hot spiced Gluhwein. There will also be a “Candy Huts” corner with traditional treats, such as Belgian waffles, sugar roasted almonds, crepes and Magenbrot (German style gingerbread.) Along with the delicious food options, you can purchase Christmas trees, wreaths, ornaments, decorations, artisanal produce, handicrafts, gifts, holiday greeting cards and accessories.
> Dec 1-4. Thurs-Fri, 3-10pm, Sat, 11am-10pm, Sun, 11am-9pm. 3F, 555 Shibo Da Dao, by Guozhan Lu
Pudong Shangri-La’s Christmas Market
This is European-style Christkindlesmarkt market features festive items such as Christmas ornaments, crafts and gifts sold by vendors, as well as delicious holiday food. There will be mince pies, gingerbread, Hungarian goulash and mulled wine served up in traditional mugs. Santa will make an appearance.
> Dec 2-24. 5-9pm, Fri-Sat. 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Xi Lu
naked Hub Xintiandi
Organic Christmas Market
Most people don’t associate Christmas with getting healthy, but get a head start on your New Year’s resolutions this December by attending naked Hub’s organic Christmas Market. In addition to being the biggest Christmas farmer’s market in town, this event will give you the opportunity to hear US nutritionist and Chief Representative at Eat Well Shanghai Jessica Woodruff and Senior Public Nutritionist Cui Zhang present a workshop on nutrition.
> Dec 3. 11am. 3/F Building 5, 123 Xingye Lu
"Not Your Typical Holiday Market"
Common Rare is turning into an indoor contemporary art center for Christmas with the goal to be completely different than any holiday or flea market you have ever visited. There will be no typical Christmas colors at the Not your Typical Market. Instead, they will have items with modern geometric patterns, polka dots, stripes, marbles and rose gold. Clothing, home goods, accessories and fragrances will be sold by high quality independent lifestyle brands. Ten different vendors will be supplying the food and drinks. There will also be live performances, a photo booth, an interactive area, DIY workshops, charity work and more.
> Dec 3-4. 12-6.30pm. 66 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu
Afternoon Teas
Andaz Lounge
Enjoy a scrumptious selection of festive afternoon tea treats and sweets on Christmas Day at Andaz Lounge. And to make things even sweeter, this set for two comes with two glasses of Perrier Jouet champagne, all for the price of RMB588 for two persons.
> Dec 19-25. 1/F, Andaz Shanghai, 88 Songshan Lu, by Taicang Lu
Aura at the Ritz Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
Aura’s tranquility ensures you an escape from the Christmas throngs. Dwell among gentle live jazz and a dash of Christmas color from red-clad servers plying you with champagne. Executive pastry chef Jean-Luc Vasseur’s beautifully crafted yuletide delicacies await you for RMB698 for two persons.
> Dec 24-25, 2-5.30pm. 52 Floor, 8 Century Avenue, by Dongtai Lu
Cachet
Let the luxury of the Langham’s Cachet lobby lounge ease you into the Christmas spirit. Not just about tea, the RMB1036 set also comes with a live piano performance, mulled wine and eggnog.
> Dec 1-30, 2-5pm. 1F, The Langham Xintiandi, 99 Madang Lu, by Taicang Lu
CHA Lounge
Enjoy an afternoon tea unlike any other this Christmas Eve. RMB108 gives you access to unlimited cakes, tarts and sandwiches as well as special desserts like mocha chocolate yule log cake and savory treats like parma ham with melon. Freshly brewed coffee and tea will also be available. Add an extra RMB50 for a glass of sparkling wine.
> Dec 24. Hotel lobby, New World Shanghai Hotel, 1555 Dingxi Lu, by Changning Lu
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai
Indulge in an impressive spread at Grand Kempinski’s distinctly Christmas afternoon tea, where each bite has been prepared with loving care. Mince pies, Swiss rolls, ginger bread cookies and a classic scone with the tradition of rich cream and the twist of a fruity kumquat and passion fruit marmalade are all on offer for RMB268 per two persons every Monday to Friday or RMB198 per person every Saturday and Sunday when they also feature their afternoon tea buffet.
> Dec 1-31, 2-5.30pm. 1288 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongyuan Lu
Lobby Lounge (Pudong Shangri-La)
Delight in leisurely afternoons at the elegant Lobby Lounge, and indulge in an array of exquisite afternoon tea treats infused with sublime flavors of Christmas. Enjoy unlimited savory bites, desserts and freshly-baked scones served with clotted cream amidst other festive treats. RMB328 includes a glass of champagne. Price is subject to a 10-percent service charge and 6-percent VAT.
> Dec 3-Jan 1, Sat and Sun, 2-5pm. Level 1, River Wing, Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai, 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Xi Lu
Salon de Ville, Waldorf Astoria
Relax after a long day of Christmas shopping with Salon de Ville’s indulgent afternoon tea. Enjoy 16 different types of loose-leaf tea, together with finely cut sandwiches and freshly baked scones, followed by a delectable selection of afternoon teacakes and pastries. Every adult will receive a glass of champagne and every child a Waldorf Christmas teddy bear.
RMB358 per person; RMB688 for two persons; RMB228 per child. All prices are subject to 15-percent service charge.
> Nov 26-Dec 30, 2-6pm. 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guangdong Lu
Stella Luna Grand Hyatt Shanghai Co-branding Afternoon Tea
Grand Hyatt Shanghai has partnered with designer shoe brand Stella Luna to offer a special holiday season promotion. To celebrate the season, Stella Luna is giving out RMB400 coupons to use at any of their Shanghai locations with the purchase of an afternoon tea set at Patio. The Patio is offering a special Stella Luna X Grand Hyatt Shanghai Christmas-themed tea menu, featuring savory small plates like chicken sandwich and black truffle bruschetta and holiday desserts such as a Christmas Yule Log Cake for RMB368 plus a 15-percent service charge.
> Nov 25, 2016-Jan 2, 2017, 2-5pm. 56F, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Shiji Dadao, by Dongtai Lu
Wanda Reign on the Bund
Evoking the Shanghai of yore, Wanda Reign on the Bund presents an afternoon tea set by master chef Fan Wentian. The package includes classic Old Shanghai desserts such as crispy elle cheese cream with mille-feuilles, classic Mont Blanc, traditional bean paste cake, classic caramel treats, egg custard tart and pound cake with a selection of homemade jams. Complement the sweet with salty flavors like prawn cocktail with cucumber and cross bun, house smoked salmon with cream cheese and lemon brioche, Shaoxin wine-poached chicken with pickled cabbage tortilla and vegetable empanada with curry. All this plus coffee or tea for RMB218, subject to a 10-percent service charge and 6-percent VAT.
> Ongoing. 538 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Nan Suzhou Lu
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圣诞集市指南
新天地X-tree魔方树
从11月22日起，新天地南里迎来了巨型3D圣诞树装置灯。借由这个由上海新天地和知名的法国艺术机构1024 Architecture共同打造的艺术装置，也希望唤醒大家保护树木的环保意识。响应法国设计艺术家Pierre Schneider和建筑师François Wunschel的环保概念，这个高达25米的“魔方树”由数个巨型魔方块组成，并采用了金属脚手架和薄纱作为树枝，结合LED灯光、投影技术和电子音乐，呈现出仿佛来自于未来的、多维度空间变换的声光电效果。游客不仅能够在白天时段登顶魔方树顶端观景台，俯瞰上海市中心全景，还可以在每天晚间时段观赏到每半小时一场的光影秀，收获独特的节日体验。
时间：节日期间持续开放
地址：兴业路123弄, 近马当路
湖滨道
圣诞期间来湖滨道购物中心来感受AR体验带来的魔幻体验，还有热闹的圣诞派对和集市以及快闪工作坊。除此之外，孩子们还可以来体验国内首家无人机室内飞行体验馆——“飞行家乐园”。这个体验馆将从11月20日开始对外开放，至2017年1月4日结束。
日期：2016年11月20日至2017年1月4日
地址：湖滨路150号，近济南路
圣诞魔幻森林集市
上海商城将从11月30日至12月19日举行为期3周的圣诞集市，从购物，美食，圣诞小屋，现场表演到抽奖和瑞典社区的Santa Lucia庆祝活动。由于市集是在室内进行，所以不会受到天气影响。详情可以关注上海商城的微信公众号：Shanghaicentrefair
日期：11月30日至12月19日
时间：周一周四，上午11点30分至晚上7点；周五周日，上午11点30分至晚上8点
地址：南京西路1376号，近西康路
第十届宝莱纳圣诞集市
宝莱纳第十届德式圣诞市集今年将在宝莱纳世博店举行。市集将由70座圣诞主题的小木屋点缀组成，步履其间还能闻到德国热红酒及咝咝作响烤肠的香味和各类甜品比利时华夫、烤杏仁糖、可丽饼及德式姜饼等传统小点心的诱人想起。现场还有圣诞树、圣诞花环及装饰品和各类手工艺品的商户
日期：12月1日至4日
时间：周四周五，下午3点至晚上10点；周六，上午11点至晚上10点；周日，上午11点至晚上9点
地址：世博大道555号3楼，近国展路
浦东香格里拉圣诞市集
浦东香格里拉的圣诞市集带着浓浓的节日特色和欧式风格，不仅有圣诞装饰、手工制品及礼物的各类商户，还有节日美食，包括肉馅饼，姜饼小屋，匈牙利浓汤和传统器皿装着的热红酒。当然，圣诞老人也会在现场。
日期：12月2至24日
时间：下午5点至晚上9点
地址：富城路33号，近陆家嘴西路
裸心谷 新天地圣诞有机市集
圣诞节似乎不是一个开始“健康饮食”的好时机，但你可以提前到裸心谷新天地的圣诞有机市集早早的开始制定新年计划。他们还会邀请到来自中美国的营养师和主厨举办营养膳食的讲座。
日期：12月3日
时间：上午11点
地址：新业路123弄5号楼3楼
凡几——“这不是圣诞市集”
当代艺术中心的室内空间在凡几的打造下，变成了一个与众不同的圣诞市集。从色调来说，这个节日主题的集市却丝毫找不到标志性的元素，取而代之的是现代几何图形，斑点，条形图案，大理石和玫瑰金。市集汇聚了优质的独立家居生活品牌，你可以买到服装，家纺品和香薰等。除此之外，现场仅餐饮的商户就有10家之多。届时还会有现场表演，拍照亭，娱乐区域及慈善活动等。
日期：12月3日至4日
时间：中午12点至下午6点30分
地址：余姚路66号，近西康路
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