Shanghai is a major exhibition center in East Asia. Besides the 2010 World Expo, various business, cultural, artistic, educational, recreational and comprehensive exhibitions are held in Shanghai year round. The following is an introduction to the major well-equipped exhibition venues in the city including their locations, transportation and schedules.
Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC)
Introduction: Located in the business center of Pudong New Area, SNIEC has successfully accommodated numerous influential exhibitions since its opening in November 2001. Due to its convenient transportation, advanced facilities and excellent service, SNIEC is now an ideal venue for holding international exhibitions and social activities.
Address: No. 2345, Longyang Road, Pudong New Area (next to Century Park)
Transportation: Take bus no. 983, Bridge Line 5 or 6, Airport Line 3, Fangchuan Line, Shenjiang Line or subway line 2.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| May13th – 16th | Shanghai Int'l Gems & Jewelry Exhibition |
| May19th – 21st | International Food, Beverage & Hospitality Exhibition |
| Jun. 23rd – 25th | CPhI & ICSE China 2009 |
| Jun. 29th – Jul. 1st | The 7th Shanghai Int'l Garden & Landscape Design & Urban Construction Expo |
| Aug. 18th -21st | The 5th Shanghai Int'l Energy-Saving & Advanced Building Material Exhibition / The 20th Shanghai Int'l Construction Material and Indoor Decoration Exhibition |
| Sep. 9th - 12th | The 15th China Int'l Furniture Expo |
| Oct. 13th - 16th | Music China 2009 |
Intex Shanghai
Introduction: Intex Shanghai is located in the Hongqiao Economy and Technology Development Area, which is the oldest in the city. It is the first exhibition company in Shanghai to apply the management expertise of western countries. Many local, national and international exhibitions have been held here since the venue's opening in 1992.
Address: No. 8, Loushanguan Road, Changning District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 48, 57, 69, 71, 88 or 911 to Yili Road.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| May 15th – 17th | The 4th Annual Kids Education Expo 2009 Shanghai |
| May 15th – 17th | China Tea Expo, Shanghai 2009 |
| May 27th – 29th | Int'l Organic Trade Fair & Conference |
| Jun. 6th – 8th | The 6th Shanghai International Model Exhibition |
| Jul. 2nd - 5th | The 16th China Shanghai Int'l Wedding Photographic |
Shanghai Exhibition Center
Introduction: The Shanghai Exhibition Center has an advantageous location near the city center. Its main building, built in 1955, is the oldest convention and exhibition venue in Shanghai. Many important political and diplomatic activities as well as domestic and world exhibitions have been successfully held here. In 2001, the main building was renovated. Now the Shanghai Exhibition Center has become one of the most important convention and exhibition centers in the city.
Address: No. 1000, Middle Yan'an Road, Jing'an District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 20, 24, 37, 57, 71, 104, 127, 925, 936, Airport Line 2 or subway line 2.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Apr. 10th - 12th | Shanghai Education Expo |
| May 15th – 18th | The 8th Antique Furniture China |
| May 29th – 30th | 2009 Shanghai Summer Wedding Show |
| Jun. 16th - 19th | Asia Luxury Travel Market (ALTM) |
| Jul. 3rd - 6th | The 5th China International Animation, C&G Fair |
| Aug. 31st - Sep. 2nd | Style Shanghai 2009 |
| Sep. 10th - 13th | The Asia Pacific Contemporary Art Fair |
| Sep. 25th - 27th | Traditional Chinese Brand Show |
| Oct. 9th – 12th | The 2nd China (Shanghai) International Rosewood Art Furniture Expo |
| Oct. 19th – 21st | China Shanghai International Arts Festival |
| Nov. 11th - 14th | Interior Life Style China |
| Nov. 20th – 22nd | Money Fair |
| Nov. 26th – 29th | China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair-Shanghai |
| Dec. 10th - 12th | 2009 International Congress & Exhibition on Nutrition, Fitness and Health (NFH 2009) |
| Dec. 17th - 20th | Shanghai Winter Wedding Show |
Shanghai East Asia Exhibition Center
Introduction: The exhibition center opened in 2002 and is located between Shanghai Stadium and the Shanghai Grand Stage (Shanghai Indoor Stadium), the two landmarks of the Shanghai East Asia Sports and Culture Center. It holds various shows all year round.
Address: No. 666, Tianyaoqiao Road, Xuhui District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 15, 42, 43, 44, 72, 87, 89, 401, 830, 864, 927 or subway line 1.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Jun. 6th – 7th | 2009 Industrial Tourism Exhibition |
| Jun. 27th -28th | Wedding Show |
| Jul. 1st – 5th | Cartoon Expo |
| Jul. 10th – 12th | Card Expo |
| Sep 9th – 13th | The 2nd China Billiards Expo |
| Sep. 29th – Oct. 6th | Shanghai Folk Arts Expo |
| Oct. 24th - 25th | China Education Expo 2009 |
| Nov. 14th - 16th | The 11th Masterpiece Expo of Chinese Arts & Crafts |
Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center
Introduction: This venue is one of the most professional convention and exhibition organizers in Shanghai. Located southwest of downtown Shanghai between the Caohejing Hi-Tech Development Zone and Xujiahui, the business and entertainment center, the Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center enjoys an ideal location and convenient transportation. Equipped with top facilities, it holds a number of exhibitions every year.
Address: No. 88,Caobao Road, Xuhui District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 43, 89, 92, 809, 946, Huxin Line, Hushe Line or subway line 1.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Jun. 12th – 14th | 2009 Zhejiang (Shanghai) Tourist Product Trade Fair |
| Aug. 7th - 9th | China (Shanghai) Wedding Expo 2009 |
| Aug 12th – 14th | LifeCare China 2009 |
| Aug. 23rd - 25th | The 5th China Commercial Real Estate Expo |
| Nov. 26th – 28th | 2009 China International Food Exhibition |
| Dec. 24th – 28th | The 9th China Agricultural Product Expo |
Shanghai Pudong Expo
Located in the political and cultural center of Pudong New Area, between Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and Shanghai Oriental Art Center, Pudong Expo proudly shows its original and elegant silhouette. The innovative ideas behind this convention centre can be seen in its crystal wall design, aesthetic treatment, modular use of space and its sophisticated and state-of-the-art technological facilities. With its 14,450 sqm of floor space, Pudong Expo is today suited to all types of events and exhibitions bringing together around 20,000 people.
Address: No. 201, Hehuan Road, Pudong New Area (cross Yingchun Road)
Tel: +86 21 5269 4890
Website: www.pudongexpo.com.cn
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Sep. 8th - 10th | Spin Expo |
| Nov. 6th - 8th | The Top Marques |
Introduction: Located in the Hongqiao Economy and Technology Development Area, Shanghaimart Expo is one of the five best-known exhibition centers in Shanghai. With an exhibition venue of over 37,000 square meters, it holds one hundred short-term expos and grand conferences annually.
Address: No. 2299, West Yan'an Road, Changning District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 48, 827, 938 or 945.
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Jun. 27th – 29th | 2009 Shanghai Commercial Real Estate Show |
| Aug. 6th – 9th | The 3rd International Gift & Home Décor Trade Fair 2009 |
| Sep. 9th - 13th | The 13th Shanghai Art Fair 2009 |
| Sep. 17th -19th | 2009 (Autumn) China Int'l Textile & Apparel Trade Fair |
| Sep. 22nd - 24th | 2009 China International Sourcing Fair |
| Oct. 30th – Nov. 1st | Global Products Show Shanghai |
Shanghai Museum
Address: No. 201, People's Avenue, Huangpu District (at People's Square)
Transportation: Take bus nos. 112, 123, 574 or subway line 1 or 2.
Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| May 1st - Jul. 12th, 2008 | The Ancient Olympic Games and Art Exhibition |
| Dec. 26th, 2008 – Feb. 7th, 2009 | Chen Hongshou & Cui Zizong painting and calligraphy Exhibition |
Shanghai Art Museum
Address: No. 325, West Nanjing Road, Huangpu District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 18, 20, 37, 46, 49, 112, 921 or subway line 1 or 2.
Ticket Price: CNY 20
2009 Schedule:
| Date | Exhibition |
| Apr. 29th - May 17th | Epic & Pastoral – Liu Dawei's Painting Exhibition |
| May 1st - Jun. 21st | Chen Hongshou & Cui Zizong painting and calligraphy Exhibition |
Shanghai Botanical Garden
Address: No. 1111, Longwu Road, Xuhui District
Transportation: Take bus nos. 56, 111, 131, 714, 718, 720, 770, 820, 824, 857, 957, Luxin Line, Xinlong Line, Cangshi Line, Xumin Special Line or subway line 3.
Ticket Price: CNY 15
2009 Schedule:
Apr. 3rd – May 10th, 2009 Shanghai Flower Exhibition
(CNY 40 including the fare for entering the garden and the exhibition)
Travelers' Voices on Exhibitions in Shanghai
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Nov. 4,2009 20:22 Reply
Mr.jeffry(Indonesia) said:
can i have schedule of telecommunication exhibihition in shanghai....and about this coming food exhibition in november, can you give me a bit information what to expect there, what or who are the participants, are there any restaurant chains or franchise there?
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Oct. 2,2009 04:18 Reply
Mr.Khor Hock Ang(Malaysia) said:
I wish to enrol myself as a member,so that I could attend the exhibition as many times as possible.And to import goods.
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Sep. 24,2009 22:58 Reply
Ms.HO BOH ENG(MALAYSIA) said:
Hi, my nephew is very interested in learning piano tuning and piano repairing. Is it that there is a related fair in shanghai in Oct. 2009? May I know the exact time and place/address of the fair which is most suitable for him to attend? thank you very mcuh.
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Sep. 8,2009 04:56 Reply
Mr.CHADI(Lebanon) said:
Dear Sir
can you help me by inform me with the name and adrresses of the wedding fairs (DRESSES, ACCESSORIES, SOUVENIRS....)in the months of january , february and march 2010 in China.
Regards
Chadi
Sep. 8,2009 22:52
Ms.Cindy replied:
Hello. Shanghai International Wedding Photographic Equipment Exhibition to be open in Jan20-23 at Shanghai International Exhibition Center in Xingyi Road, Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center in Caobao Road.
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Sep. 1,2009 22:43 Reply
Mrs.hana(Indonesia) said:
Hi,
I want to visit a wedding fair in china but I don't know which one is the best for me. I want to import wedding souvenir/favor. Can you please help me on this?
Thank you very much
Sep. 2,2009 21:06
Ms.Cindy replied:
Try at Suzhou, there is a famosu wedding street in Suzhou, near the Tiger Hill.
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Aug. 31,2009 17:25 Reply
Mr.joe (lebanon) said:
Hi,
I would like to know about the following:
- when is the nearest exhibition of home appliances products (AC,TECHNOLOGY, MICROWAVES, WATER DISPENER ....),
- which forum is the most important to visit and its date and loccation,
- which site is specialized in my activity
I would be so thankful for receiving your answer.
Thank you.
Sep. 2,2009 21:05
Mr.James replied:
Hi,
Shanghai Housing and Furniture Exposition, December 05, at Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center, the exhibition center is located in 66-88, Caobao Road, Xuhui District.
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Aug. 26,2009 02:19 Reply
Mr.ramesh(singapore) said:
There is a textile & furnishing exhiition at present in shanghai
but there is no mention about it in your list ?
Dt: 26/Aug 09
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Aug. 19,2009 07:58 Reply
Mr.Mohamed (egy) said:
i would like to know the fair from 25 to 27 Aug , it which items
Aug. 22,2009 00:56
Ms.Emily replied:
Aug. 23rd - 25th The 5th China Commercial Real Estate Expo ( in Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center)
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Aug. 19,2009 06:29 Reply
Mrs.francesca(italy) said:
hello i have a wedding boutique and i would like to know when and where there will be international professional fair in shangai and bejing in 2009 and 2010 .and which is the most important? i would like to come and buy wedding dress and accessories.. Thanks Francesca
Aug. 22,2009 00:54
Mr.Percy Thomas(UK) replied:
Hi francesca, Shanghai Winter Wedding Show will be on Shanghai Exhibition Center during Dec. 17th - 20th, 2009. the location is No. 1000, Middle Yan'an Road, Jing'an District. I believe you can find all kinds of wedding dresses and accessories there.
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Aug. 4,2009 04:53 Reply
Mr.charles(Canada) said:
hi I AM CHARLES CURRENTLY IN CHINA. WOULD LIKE TO INQUIRE ABOUT ANY EXHIBITION THAT I CAN SUIT IN TO DISPLAY ALL KINDS OF AFRICAN ARTIFACTS. THANKS.