The 21 Best Things to Do This Week in Suzhou

That's Suzhou picks the best things to do in the city each week.

Dec 21: Michael Jackson Holographic Concert

"The King of Pop is dead, long live the King of Pop!" (In holographic form, anyway.) Yup, here is your chance to see the Michael Jackson, as a holograph. Thanks to some pretty impressive technology, you can watch as the MJ digital apparition moonwalks his way across the stage and performs some of his greatest hits. Think 'Thriller,' 'Beat It' and 'Man in the Mirror,' to name a few. The Michael Jackson Come Back to the X Holographic Concert will take place on December 21 at The Mixing Room at Mercedes-Benz Arena. 

Fri Dec 21, 7.30pm RMB144-384.The Mixing Room at Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Dec 21-22: Waiting for Santa at Hemingway

Is Santa going to make it to Suzhou in time for Christmas? While you're waiting, why not celebrate the festive season at Hemingway with some LIVE music and awesome cocktails! On Friday and Saturday, the Havana Reds take to the stage, playing Christmas songs with a touch of Latino magic. On Friday, DJ Patrick.Lou will be spinning some dance-worthy Christmas beats in the after-hours, while Gerald T is behind the decks on Saturday.

Fri-Sat Dec 21-22, 9pm-late. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace.

Dec 22-23: Nutcracker by Suzhou Ballet Theatre

Joined by The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, Suzhou Ballet Theatre will be bringing the classic Tchaikovsky dance show to the city this month, just in time to light Suzhou up for Christmas celebrations. 

Sat, Dec 22-Sun, Dec 23, 7.30pm. RMB100-880. Suzhou Culture & Arts Center.

Through Jan 13: You: Yu Han’s Solo Exhibition

Contemporary artist Yu Han (also known by his real name, Shao Fan) is one of the few people who practice a diverse range of artistic mediums including sculpture, oil painting, ink painting and architectural design, among others. In his show, visitors will be able to get a sense of his artistic style, which emphasizes calmness and tranquility. 

Through Sunday, Jan 13. Suzhou Museum.

All Month Long: Happy Hour & Live Music at Hemingway

Enjoy great happy hour deals every day from 8-10pm at Hemingway!* On Saturdays, Suzhou's hottest band, the Havana Reds, will also be performing live with their Cuban fusion-style of music, which blends jazz, pop, funk and Latino beats. 

* Except Sundays, when Hemingway is closed

Daily (except Sundays), 8-10pm. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace.

All Month Long: Morton's Power Hour

Get ready for the fall with one of the best power hours in town! Available every day from 5-7pm.

Daily, 5-7pm. Morton's Grille Suzhou.

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