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Gay Shanghai has a vibrant gay scene worth exploring. Over the past few years, Shanghai Pride has not been held, however several gay bars host special parties and events throughout the year, especially during the major holidays and festivals.

New Year's Eve in Shanghai

From: Dec. 31.2026 - To: Dec. 31.2026
Celebrate the arrival of New Year in one of Asia's leading world cities with gay parties, fireworks and more

Shanghai Dragon Boat Festival

From: Jun. 09.2027 - To: Jun. 09.2027
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Jie (端午节), is a vibrant and culturally rich festival with its roots steeped in ancient China.

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99 Madang Rd, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200021

As the gateway to Xintiandi, the lifestyle and entertainment hub of Shanghai, The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi is ideally located adjacent to the retail utopia of Huaihai Road, surrounded by various trendy clubs, glamorous international restaurants and designer boutiques. Boasting Chuan Spa, an indoor pool and gourmet cuisine across several stylish restaurants, 

Modern rooms feature dark wood interiors and over-sized windows overlooking the city. Other comforts include a tea/coffee maker and a spacious bathroom with twin vanities and a bathtub.

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480 West Jianguo Road , Xuhui, 200031 Shanghai, China

The villas are furnished with a private courtyard, a parlor and an entertainment room equipped with branded sound system and a 55-inch flat screen television. Bedrooms are adorned in soothing colors of pale green and dark wood, with a writing desk, walk-in closet and customised furniture. The spacious marble-clad bathrooms comes with separate bath and standing shower facilities offering premium amenities, a rooftop terrace and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.

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Equatorial Hotel, West Yan'an Road, 静安寺街道, Jing'an District, Shanghai, 2000085, China

Offering classic wood furnishings, air-conditioned rooms at Equatorial Shanghai come with a kettle and satellite TV. They have a safe and a spacious bathroom equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can have fun at the on-site pool or relax at the spa centre after a day of activity. The 24-hour front desk can help with luggage storage.

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46 Anting Road., Xuhui, 200031 Shanghai, China

The elegant rooms at Villa Anting feature modern European decor and most have views of the beautiful landscape gardens. A cable/satellite TV, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities are also featured. Guests can work out at the fitness centre or enjoy a game of billiards. The hotel also provides karaoke rooms and free parking. A business centre and laundry services are available.

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38 Cao Xi Bei Lu, Xu Jia Hui, Xuhui Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200233

This apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a washing machine. Private parking is available on site.

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No. 300, Pingwu Community, Xingfu Road, Changning, 200052 Shanghai,

This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace.

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Heng Shan Lu, Xuhui Qu, Shanghai Shi, China

Apartments at Ascott Heng Shan Shanghai feature air conditioning, a balcony and a minibar. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has an oven and a refrigerator. bathroom with shower & bath and a hairdryer

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No.4 Building, Lane 1252, Xuhui District, Xuhui, 200031 Shanghai, China

The apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is provided. A bar and a garden

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Xuhui Wulumuqi South Road 1, Shanghai China 

This is one of the biggest gay dance clubs in Shanghai and is packed at the weekends with hot guys dancing till dawn.

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42 Xingfu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu, Changning District

Small gay bar with a dance floor popular at weekends

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2/F, 532 Fahuazhen Lu, near Dingxi Lu, Changning District

Popular lounge bar relaxed and laid-back with  friendly bar staff, the sort of place you can have a chat over a drink

390 Panyu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu Changning District

Popular gay bar on 2 floors with a dancefloor and pole dancing, regular Drag shows, and lots of shirtless muscle boys

390 Panyu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu Changning District

Asia Blue is the city’s oldest gay bar in Shanghai and still a good place to stop in for a drink

Nanyang Road 86, Shanghai, China, 200000

Popular gay bar, friendly staff, tucked away in a residential area

open 8pm to 2am

No. 6, Lane 1950 Huaihai Zhong Lu

Casual neighbourhood gay bar with lounge seating serving good cocktails