Event Spaces For Rent in Shanghai

What are the most sought-after event locations in Shanghai?

For the most sought-after locations for corporate event venue hire in Shanghai, we recommend areas away from the dense urban sprawl. Our personal favorites are Changning and Hongkou, which are quiet residential areas, and if you prefer a more urban venue, Huang Pu. It’s a riverside stretch of skyscrapers (as Shanghai is renowned for) and several cultural venues, including the Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Concert Hall.

In terms of intimate private parties in Shanghai, bars, clubs, and restaurants with private dining rooms are the most popular. Xuhui, Jngan are your best bets with their trendy restaurants and wine bars where because Shanghai absorbs so many cultures, especially Western culture, a lot of English music is played, and food from various parts of the world served.

For bigger events, galleries and commercial spaces tend to be the most common option. However, at a higher cost, you'll find more options, and there's generally never a shortage of unique, affordable spaces to lease.

How much does it cost to rent an event space in Shanghai?

It’s hard to come up with a single answer, as it depends on many factors, such as the location, the event date, the pricing type, and many more. However, a characteristic we found more unique to Shanghai is that event space hire costs tend to be very sporadic, and it all depends on how willing you are to splurge.

Minimum spend rates in Shanghai start at ¥2,000 per day and can go as high as  ¥72,000 for fancier, more spectacular spaces, especially in the Xinhua area. 

For corporate events, such as conferences or business meetings, expect to pay ¥3,000 onwards per day depending on how unique or elegant the venue is. When organizing a corporate event, the best option is a venue offering delegate rates inclusive of the venue hire costs, lunch, refreshments, and all the conference equipment you need. 

If you’re interested in a versatile blank canvas space somewhere in Shanghai,  you can expect to pay a rental fee of ¥4,000 to ¥6,000 per day. For luxury venues in Shanghai, the lease fees are much higher – several thousand – depending on the size and facilities.