Dates not yet confirmed. The organiser has not announced this edition. The dates below follow the festival's usual pattern and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.
The Laowaijie American BBQ Festival brings barbecue brands from more than 10 countries to Shanghai's Hongmei Road food street, with live music and family games.
Dates and details checked September 28, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Shanghai around May 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Laowaijie American BBQ Festival runs in May. These are the food tours and tastings in Shanghai to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Private tour · 8 hours
Discover Shanghai's top attractions on well-structured day. See the Lujiazui skyline, explore the Old Town, and enjoy a classic Shanghai-style lunch with soup dumpling...
3 hours
Experience the elegance of Chinese tea culture through Song Dynasty rituals and guided tastings of three iconic teas in this immersive, expertly led ceremony.
Private tour · 6 hours
Explore an ancient Buddhist sanctuary, where you can pray for blessings and go on a walking food tour to savor authentic Shanghai flavors like the Shredded Radish Past...
27 Aug to 28 Sep 2027
China Restaurant Week: Autumn Edition
Set-menu dining, all cuisines
1-31 May 2027
Shanghai Burger Month
Burgers
15 Jan to 20 Feb 2027
Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival
Tangyuan and Old City snacks
January
Global Taste in Shanghai 2026
Rotating: Americas, Asian and local Shanghai flavors
