It may only be November, but the schools in Shanghai are already getting into the holiday spirit. Here are some of the fun and festive events they have in store for the Shanghai community over the coming weeks. Don’t miss your chance to visit Santa’s Grotto, shop around the markets, sample delicious food and enjoy celebrating the season.
November 18: Concordia International School Christmas Bazaar
The annual Concordia PSO Christmas Bazaar is one of the best Christmas shopping experiences in all of Shanghai, according to avid shoppers who come far and wide year after year for the experience. The selection is vast and unique, showcasing the high-quality talent of over 175 local and expat vendors. There are also plenty of food stalls and family-friendly activities, including photos with Santa!
10am – 4pm; Concordia International School. See event listing.
November 24: Wellington College International Shanghai Christmas Bazaar
It’s time to get into the Christmas spirit! Please join Wellington for their annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday November 24 from 1pm – 5pm in the College dome. Hosted by the Friends of Wellington and open to everyone, their annual Christmas Bazaar offers a variety of shopping, food, drinks, activities, prizes and more.
1pm- 5pm; Wellington College International Shanghai. See event listing.
December 2: Dulwich College Shanghai, Pudong Winter Fair
One of the most exciting days for the community is the Winter Fair at Dulwich College Shanghai, Pudong campus. With an array of fun activities for the whole family, the event includes musical performances with carols, rock bands and dancing. Join in the games and enjoy shopping and tasting local flavors from over 130 vendor stalls, and most importantly make sure you visit Santa's Grotto. The Winter Fair is a major fundraising event for the school community, with the majority of funds allocated to the charity partners aligned to the school and the Friend of Dulwich association.
10:30am – 4pm; Dulwich College Shanghai, Pudong. See event listing.
December 8: NAIS Pudong German Christmas Market
This year, Nord Anglia International School will be hosting a fabulous German Christmas Market on December 8 from 5.30pm - 8.30pm. The German Christmas market will include children’s activities, the ever-popular Santa’s grotto, musical entertainment, a shopping area, delicious food and drinks and a charity raffle. This is an important fundraising event, and all profits go to the charities which they have sponsored for many years. The event provides vital funds for organizations like Huixin Orphanage, Shanghai Sunrise and Heart2Heart, each of which provide essential services to vulnerable children.
5:50pm – 8:30pm; Nord Anglia International School, Pudong. See event listing.
December 9: Dulwich Puxi Winter Fair
Dulwich College Shanghai, Puxi campus is very excited to invite all Shanghai families to join their Winter Fair on Saturday December 9 from noon - 4pm. Expect a superb afternoon of activities for children, delicious food and wine along with plenty of Christmas shopping to wrap and put under your Christmas tree.
Noon – 4pm; Dulwich Puxi. See event listing.