Near the Shanghai Animation Museum, visitors can join hands-on animation workshops—creating traditional shadow puppets or digital short films—to explore China’s rich animation heritage. Nearby Tianzifang hosts independent art studios where guests can observe live painting sessions or participate in ink wash painting and paper-cutting classes.
Xintiandi regularly features Animation Film Nights, screening classics like Monkey King and Ne Zha: Birth of a Demon Child, paired with themed tea tastings and interactive exhibits. Guided tours also visit historic animation studios from Shanghai’s golden era, revealing the legacy of "Shanghai-made" creativity.
On weekends, Huaihai Road transforms into a bustling animation market, showcasing local manga brands and indie illustrators—perfect for collecting limited-edition figures and original artwork.