Put on your dancing shoes and boogie at Shanghai's leading nightclubs

As one of the premier places for entertainment and pop culture in China, Shanghai has witnessed the rapid development of entertainment industries, such as nightclubs.

Whether you are a fan of EDM, hip-pop, or rap music, or just want a wonderful night with friends, check out the following clubs.

1 OAK

This nightclub, belonging to a global brand, is well known in Shanghai for its great atmosphere and rewarding photo opportunities. Here, customers from all over the world dance to hip-hop music.

A gentle reminder: This club requires elegant clothing, that is, customers wearing shorts and sneakers will not be allowed to enter.

Opening hours: Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11pm-6am

Address: 333 Longhua Road E., Huangpu District

黄浦区龙华东路333号

System

System, as a multifunctional space, mainly serves as a nightclub, live house and art gallery, carrying the core of youth culture. It provides a liberal and inclusive atmosphere, favored by all kinds of customers. Whether hipsters or Normies, you can find a kindred spirit here.

Opening hours: Thursdays-Sundays, 9pm-4am

Address: 3/F, 1327 Huaihai Road M., Xuhui District

徐汇区淮海中路1327号3楼

EKO

EKO is a joint venture between China's EK Group and South Korea's OCTAGON. It has a state-of-the-art sound system to ensure a memorable night for customers.

Opening hours: 6pm-8am

Address: 456 Dongjiangwan Road, Hongkou District

虹口区东江湾路456号

INTAKE

Young people like to dance here and enjoy the fun atmosphere. Sometimes it also invites local musicians to perform.

Opening hours: 9pm-6am

Address: 56 Maoming Road S., Jing'an District

静安区茂名南路56号

TAXX

This nightclub is one of the largest in the country, with a reported 3,600 square meters. The DJ plays pop music, sometimes including hip-pop and rap.

Opening hours: 9pm-5am

Address: 1123 Yan'an Road M.

静安区延安中路1123号

HOOD WORLDWIDE

This nightclub is sleek and spacious with DJs playing chic music and keeping the energy high throughout the night. This is a great place for young people to dance, as it has a very large dance floor.

Opening hours: 10pm-6am

Address: 158 Julu Road, Huangpu District

黄浦区巨鹿路158号

NRG (New Radiation Group)

NRG strives to bring an immersive entertainment experience to the audience. It is one of the favorite haunts for dance lovers.

Opening hours: 9pm-6am

Address: 98 Huaihai Road M., Huangpu District

黄浦区淮海中路98号

Master

This is the only authorized pub partner of The Rap of China. Here, rappers have close contact with their fans.

Opening hours: 8pm-5am

Address: 5/F, 523 Huaihai Road M., Huangpu District

黄浦区淮海中路523号5楼

MODU

This is a relatively extravagant nightclub, favored by many expats. Bottles on ice, steam cannons, loud EDM and gorgeous strobes fill every corner of this venue.

Opening hours: 8pm-6am

Address: 4/F, 299 Hengfeng Road, Jing'an District

静安区恒丰路299号4楼

KOR

This nightclub declares itself as a "superlounge," providing afternoon tea, dinners and alcoholic drinks. The decor is modern, favoring strip lighting and round seating. If you want to listen to hip-hop music and have a relaxing gathering with friends, then this is the place to go!

Opening hours:10pm-2am, Mondays-Tuesdays; 10pm-3am, Wednesdays-Thursdays, Sundays; 10pm-4:30am, Fridays-Saturdays

Address: Wheelock Square, 1717 Nanjing Road W., Jing'an District

静安区南京西路1717号会德丰国际广场