1. Drunken Dragon CNY Pub Crawl (19th January)

The Drunken Dragons really come into their own as the Year of teh Dragon rolls around. Join them on one of their legendary crawls for fireworks, cheap drinks, and plenty of fun. Dress code: red. 150 RMB with reservation. 180 RMB at the door. Meet at O'Malley's @ 9:30pm.

2. Mod Dance Party @ Lune (21st January)

See in the New Year at Lune with tunes from the '50s and '60s, including mod, motwon, punk, garage and more. No cover. 

3. Sweatshop pres. Dragon's Den @ Shelter (21st January)

Catch DJ Siesta's three-hour set, plus appearances from DJ Roo, plus Sweatshop residents Viceroy and MC Stride. 30 RMB on the door. It's going to be a 龙 night...

4. Enter The Dragon @ The Geisha (21st January)

Ever stylish, The Geisha is bringing DJ Sonic in to spin, and offering cool giveaways throughout the night. Grab a spot on the terrace to watch the fireworks.

5. Wonderland @ Zeal (21st January)

Zeal's monthly Shanghai No Limit party takes on a special New Year vibe this weekend. Free entry before 11pm, and 100 RMB after with one drink.

6. CNY @ Bar Rouge (22nd January)

It's a classic. Bar Rouge's terrace comes into its own for one wintry night only, offering the best view in town. 100 RMB, or free until midnight with the password "Dragon". Dress code: red.

7. 1Love Year of The Dragon @ The Apartment (22nd January)

It's free entry at The Apartment on CNY eve this year, so dress up in red and get ready for a great night.

8. Chinese New Year's Eve @ Mural (22nd January)

A live band and a posse of fire-breathers welcomes the Dragon at Mural, with free shooters for an hour after midnight.  50 RMB on the door. Free entry for people born in Dragon Years (1988, 1976, 1964).