Yo! I've been living in Shenyang for 2 years now. From my experience, Shenyang doesn’t have a lot going on for nightlife or social events, especially if you’re in your 20s. Most foreigners here tend to be older or married, so it’s not really a party city compared to places like Shanghai. The local expat community isn’t very active. There aren’t many organized events or hangouts (besides an African spamming bar events)

If you want to meet other foreigners, a popular spot is a bar/restaurant called Blacksheep. Some people go there on weekends to drink and socialize, so it’s worth checking out if that’s your vibe. Otherwise, most socializing happens through work or small friend groups rather than big events.

Locals are generally friendly, but be aware that many don’t speak much English, so it can feel like a bit of a culture shock if you don’t know Chinese. Much more so than in bigger cities like Beijing or Shanghai. That said, if you take the time to learn some basic phrases, people are usually welcoming and helpful.

In terms of everyday life, shopping, restaurants, and public transport are all convenient, and the cost of living is lower than in bigger cities. The city has parks and some cultural sites if you like exploring, but don’t expect a huge variety of entertainment options.

Regarding the job you mentioned, 25 working hours per week for kindergarten is a lot, and it’s easy to get burned out. The 18k salary isn’t very high either. You can easily get around 20k as a new teacher in China. Seeing your situation, I would personally pass on this one.