The NSZ Weekend-er – 1/4: 20 Things to do this Weekender!


Now Shenzhen   |   January 4, 2024
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~ Your Ultimate Weekend Guide ~



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Date: Thursday, January 4
Time: 20:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - BRASS HOUSE


First SZ MARKETING MEETUP of 2024
The well known mkt meetup hosted by Zack Franklin is on again!
If you are in town and involved in marketing, cross-border e-commerce, AI and related softwares come over to mingle and network with your peers.
VIBE ON.




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Date: Thursday, January 4 and every subsequent Thursdays
Location: Futian - Craft Head


Quiz tonight and every Thursday!  Test your mind-mettle for free drinks, and more importantly (?) - GLORY!




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Date: Thursday, January 4 and every subsequent Thursdays
Time:
 21:00 - Onwards
Location:
 Futian - Cafe Society


Get ready to laugh your socks off at Big Bear’s hilarious open mic stand-up comedy show happening every Thursday night! 🎙
Extended Happy Hour!!!
2pm-8pm 50% beer!
6pm to 8pm – 40% off coctails 🍹🍹
Special Offer 1: Grab a juicy burger with fries and a refreshing beer, all for just 100RMB!
Special Offer 2: Enjoy a delightful pasta dish paired with a glass of exquisite wine, also for only 100RMB! 🍷🍾
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to have a fantastic night out!
It’s almost Friday anyway!
Tag your friends and spread the word. See you at Café Society!


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Date: Friday, January 5
Time: 19:30 - Onwards
Location: Sea World - The Flames
Cost: 120 RMB- 150 RMB


TakeOut Comedy is ready to bring you the fun this year starting things off with their Stand-up Comedy Showcase happening on Friday, January 5th in Sea World! Come join the fun with this awesome lineup of comics from all over the world!
Whether you’ve seen these comics perform before at open mic or some other event, the Stand-up Comedy Showcases are a place for regular performers in the Shenzhen scene to show off their goods in front of their weekend night audiences. 




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Date: Friday, January 5
Time: 21:00 - Onwards
Location: Nanshan - ROOTS HOUSE


Our events are on the first Friday and third Friday night of every month. Hope to see you then.




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Date: Friday, January 5
Time: 22:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - OIL Club
Cost: 120 RMB – 140 RMB


Samantha Togni, an internationally-renowned DJ, producer and mixing engineer. Not only has she played headline sets in super-clubs from Tokyo to America, Togni has also built a really strong reputation with her productions in the Electronic Music scene.




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Date: Friday, January 4
Time: 20:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - HOU LIVE (Xiasha Store)
Cost: 120 RMB - 200 RMB


Tuotuo Guava is an original Chinese girl band founded by Yin Ziyue in 2021. It focuses on Urban Rock urban rock style. With the belief that “love is broader and more passionate than love”, it presents young, free and uplifting and powerful music.
In mid-2023, the tour named after the single “Tomorrow I’ll Save the World” has already visited six cities including Beijing and Shanghai. The new year is approaching , Yin Ziyue and Tuotuo Guava will set off again, flying to Shenzhen and Guangzhou with their latest single “Spiritual Independence” to meet you who are independent and fearless!




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Date: Friday to Monday, January 5 to 8
Time: 20:30 - Onwards
Location: Mogo Jazz Club, Lavo (Nanshan & Futian), Penny Black Jazz Club


Experience the magic of the Entre Amigos Tour in Shenzhen! Join for an incredible concert tour featuring vibrant performances and a celebration of musical camaraderie.




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Date: Friday, January 5 and every subsequent Fridays
Time: 22:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - Parlor


Have a fantastic night out this Friday at Parlor in Luohu! Join us for great music, delicious drinks, and a night to remember.


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Date: Friday, January 6
Time: 21:30 - Onwards
Location: Nanshan - Penny Black Jazz Club


The jazz big band originated in the early 1910s and led jazz in the 1940s when swing was in vogue.
In the jazz ensemble, as the largest band formation, it is more expressive in terms of performance lineup, types of instruments and harmonic colors.
The establishment of a jazz big band usually has 10 to 25 musicians, and it can reach forty or fifty, including the saxophone part, the trumpet part, the trombone part and the rhythm part. When the band conductor or arranger When the song is assigned, a clarinet part, a tuba part, or a singer may also join in.




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Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 19:30 - Onwards
Location: Futian - HOU LIVE (Xiasha Store)
Cost: 180 RMB - 280 RMB


Chen Liang’s music combines deep emotions and skills. Every string plucked is like a touching story, and every melody is an expression of his innermost emotions. From 2023 to 2024, Chen Liang will travel through cities across the country to present to everyone the musical pearls from his latest album “My Story”. This musical journey is not just a tour, but also a transmission of emotions and a spiritual dialogue.




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Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 22:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - OIL Club
Cost: 80 RMB - 100 RMB


In the midst of the underground music storm, Liu Lee is a special being who travels as both a DJ and a singer-songwriter, “looking at the audience while DJing and examining himself while singing.




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Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 16:00 - 18:30
Location: Shekou - Atlantis
Cost: 118 RMB


💥Theme : Chakra Drawing. Mixed media. There are seven chakras, each with a unique meaning about our body, life, breath, mind, intellect, and overall sense of well-being.
For you – nice chat,all materials, guidance of professional artist, and glass of wine 🍷 ( or coffee, tea, juice)
Suitable for beginners and children 9 y o above.




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Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 13:00 - Onwards
Location: Shekou - Haijing Square 28th Flr
Cost: 99 RMB


The first African Pop Up AfroBites is set to open its doors in Shenzhen on November 18th, 2023, and will welcome guests every subsequent Saturday. Situated in the heart of Shekou, our establishment offers a curated selection of cuisine, an ambiance filled with vibrant Afro beats, a variety of drinks, and engaging games like Beerpong, catan, cluedo, cashflow, articulate, dice games, cards and more. Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable experience!




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Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 14:30 & 19:30
Location: Futian - Shenzhen Esplanade Opera Hall
Cost: 280 RMB - 1080 RMB


Welcome the New Year with the timeless classic, 'The Sound of Music,' at Shenzhen Esplanade Opera Hall on the last day of the show on January 6th! Enjoy Broadway's original musical for a memorable start to 2024.




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Date: Saturday, January 6 & every subsequent Saturday
Location: Futian - Craft Head


Open mic every Saturday! - Trade your weirdness/coolness/talent/ability for a free drink and chill with other likeminded creatives!  Or if you're too shy, just enjoy some solid, organic, free-range live music!


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Date: Sunday, January 7
Time: 21:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - OIL Club
Cost: 80 RMB - 100 RMB


Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of Filip Xavi and Mord at Meditation Serbia, Oil Club Futian! Experience a night filled with pulsating music and energetic vibes!




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Date: Sunday, January 7
Time: 20:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - HOU LIVE (Xiasha Store)
Cost: 120 RMB - 220 RMB


Boss Xiaoyue , who has returned to the performance stage , is the tree planted back into the forest and the water flowing back into the river.
Reshaping, returning, and adapting are all further steps toward self-improvement. Only when you stand on the stage and look back can you find a better version of yourself in the cracks.
On the winter night at the end of 2023, Boss Xiaoyue decided to bring this winter tour across 7 cities , blowing people’s hearts with the wind of ancient and modern times, and finding a new direction of their own.




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Date: Sunday, January 7
Time: 19:00 - Onwards
Location: Futian - BRASS HOUSE


🌟🎄 Orthodox Christmas Potluck Feast! 🍲🎉
You are invited to celebrate the Timeless Traditions of Orthodox Christmas 🎄✨
Let’s cherish the customs and flavors of this special holiday together by bringing delicious homemade dishes🍲 and joyful festivities.
Let’s make this Orthodox Christmas Potluck a memorable occasion full of love, laughter, and togetherness. See you there for a festive celebration!.




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Date: Sunday, January 7 and every subsequent Sundays
Time: 21:00 - Onwards
Location: Nanshan - The Flames


TakeOut Comedy’s free entry open mic is happening at The Flames in Sea World (second floor)! It’s been a tough few weeks in Shenzhen but we are excited to be back and ready for some laughter! It’s open mic so anybody can get on stage and tell jokes or share some funny stories. All performers get one free drink for going on stage. Show starts at 9:00pm but be sure to arrive early for some good seats and take advantage of the special food and drink menu for audience members! If you have any questions feel free to ask. See you there!


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