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LPS China 2026, held from December 4-6 at the Shanghai Exhibition Center, showcases luxury properties from around the globe, attracting elite buyers and investors.
Dates
4–6 Dec 2026
City / country
Shanghai, China
Venue
Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
Event overview
LPS China 2026 is set to take place from December 4-6, 2026, at the Shanghai Exhibition Center. This prestigious event will feature luxury properties from over 35 countries, providing a unique opportunity for high-net-worth individuals and real estate investors to explore exclusive offerings.
Organised by LPS - The Luxury Properties Showcase Ltd. , the show promises to connect buyers with top-tier real estate options and industry experts.
LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show) takes place in.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain access to a curated selection of luxury properties from around the world, network with industry leaders, and attend exclusive seminars on investment opportunities. Explore high-end real estate options, from private islands to luxury condos, and discover the latest trends in the luxury property market.
Exhibitors will benefit from direct access to affluent buyers and investors, enhancing brand visibility and generating high-quality leads. This premier luxury property show features exhibitors from over 35 countries and 220 cities. The event is organised by LPS - The Luxury Properties Showcase Ltd., with more details available at shanghai.lps-china.com. Attendees include high-net-worth individuals, real estate investors,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Shanghai Exhibition Center, 1000 Yan'an Rd (M), Jing'an, Shanghai 200041, China
Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC) in Shanghai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC) in Shanghai typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
LPS - The Luxury Properties Showcase Ltd.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attendees will gain access to a curated selection of luxury properties from around the world, network with industry leaders, and attend exclusive seminars on investment opportunities. Explore high-end real estate options, from private islands to luxury condos, and discover the latest trends in the luxury property market.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Shanghai Pudong
Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45-60 min by road or rail to Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
to venue
by car
Shanghai Hongqiao
Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45-60 min by road or rail to Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
to venue
by car
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
metro
Line 2 runs directly from the airport into central Shanghai and is the cheapest airport-to-venue option; allow 70-85 minutes and avoid the 07:30-09:30 and 17:30-19:00 crush.
maglev + metro
Fastest rail combination for the airport leg; the Maglev takes about 8 minutes to Longyang Road before the Line 2 transfer toward the venue district.
taxi
Roughly 50-70 minutes depending on traffic on the inner ring road. Use the official taxi rank at the terminal rather than unlicensed touts; DiDi works from the same pickup areas.
taxi
Shortest airport transfer of the two Shanghai gateways, typically 30-45 minutes; a good choice with luggage or after a late arrival before the 4 December opening.
metro
Line 2 links Hongqiao Railway Station and airport with the Jing'an corridor, with Line 10 as an alternative; allow 35-50 minutes including the walk to SEC.
airport bus
Cheaper than a taxi with luggage but slower and less frequent; check the coach desk in the arrivals hall for the current city route list before committing.
ride-hailing
DiDi is the dominant app and has an English interface; surge pricing applies around the show opening and close each day, so allow extra time or take Line 2 to Jing'an Temple instead.
Weather
December is early winter in Shanghai: daytime highs typically around 8-12 C, night lows around 2-5 C, and the month usually brings several damp days with light, persistent rain rather than downpours. Snow is rare and heavy frost unusual, but wind off the Huangpu makes the walk between hotel, metro and the SEC gates feel colder than the number suggests. Check a Shanghai-specific forecast in the week before the 4-6 December 2026 show; the exhibition itself is indoors at Shanghai Exhibition Center.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile data in China is sold through China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom, and a local SIM requires in-store real-name registration with your passport; an international eSIM with a China roaming plan is the simpler option for a three-day trip. Many foreign apps and websites, including Google services and some messaging apps, are restricted on Chinese networks, so install and test any VPN you need before departure. The hotels listed for the show advertise free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas, and WeChat is the practical way to stay in touch with Chinese exhibitors, agents and interpreters. Ask the organiser about visitor Wi-Fi coverage inside Shanghai Exhibition Center if you plan to run live video calls from the floor.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration and access
Chinese exhibition venues apply real-name security checks, so carry your passport every show day even if your badge is already printed. Arrive early on 4 December for the first screening queue at Shanghai Exhibition Center.
Business cards and WeChat
Offer and receive cards with both hands. In practice most Shanghai contacts will ask to scan your WeChat QR code rather than take a card, so have a code ready and follow up in the app the same evening.
Language
Stand staff at an international property show usually speak English, but Mandarin opens doors with private buyers and local agents. A short interpreter engagement for your priority meetings is a common and worthwhile cost.
Payments
Alipay and WeChat Pay are the default, and both accept foreign cards after passport verification. Hotels and larger restaurants take international credit cards; keep some cash for taxis and small shops.
Dining and entertaining
Business is often discussed over a banquet rather than in a meeting room, with dishes served to the table and toasts offered in turn. If you are the host, ask the restaurant to arrange the menu in advance; if you are the guest, a small gift from your home market is appreciated.
Tipping and punctuality
Tipping is not customary in Shanghai and is often declined. Punctuality for meetings is expected, and building in extra time for traffic in Jing'an is normal practice.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: PVG
Shanghai Pudong (PVG) carries most long-haul traffic and Hongqiao (SHA) is closer to the Jing'an venue, so compare both before booking. Sample return fares captured for a 4 December 2026 arrival and 8 December return, priced in CNY: Singapore (SIN) from CNY 2,020 on Vietjet via Ho Chi Minh City; Tokyo (NRT) from CNY 2,330 on Spring nonstop; London (LHR) from CNY 4,167 with one stop, KLM from CNY 4,795; Sydney (SYD) from CNY 5,871 on Cebu Pacific via Manila; New York (JFK) from CNY 6,446 on Asiana via Seoul; Dubai (DXB) from CNY 7,397 on Emirates nonstop. These are indicative low fares for those dates and should be re-checked when booking; add a day of buffer before 4 December in case of long-haul delays.
Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2026-12-04
Check-out (recommended)
2026-12-06
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Shanghai Pudong (PVG): Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45-60 min by road or rail to Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC); Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA): Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45-60 min by road or rail to Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC). Allow road or rail time to Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Hotels in the show capture sit in three clusters rather than in Jing'an itself. The Hongqiao cluster (Hilton Garden Inn Shanghai Hongqiao, InterContinental Shanghai Hongqiao NECC) is closest to Hongqiao airport and roughly 30-45 minutes from SEC by Line 2 or taxi. The Expo and Pudong cluster (Thompson Shanghai Expo, Atour Hotel Shanghai Expo Center, IntercityHotel Shanghai New International Expo Center, Shanghai World Expo Exhibition Wanxin Hotel) needs 30-40 minutes each way, usually Line 2 or 7 to Jing'an Temple plus a short walk, or a CNY 35-70 DiDi ride. If your priority is walking to the doors at 1000 Yan'an Road, search Jing'an hotels directly, as they are not represented in the current hotel capture.
Ride-hail: DiDi is the dominant ride-hailing app in Shanghai and offers an English interface with in-app payment by international card. Both DiDi and the metered taxi ranks work from Pudong (PVG) and Hongqiao (SHA) arrivals, and from the hotels listed for the show to Shanghai Exhibition Center. Expect surge pricing around 09:00 and 17:00-19:00 and when the halls close, when a Line 2 metro ride to Jing'an Temple is usually faster. Confirm the pickup point inside SEC's drop-off zone with your driver, as the compound has several gates.
Public transit: Shanghai Exhibition Center at 1000 Yan'an Road (M) is served by Jing'an Temple station on Metro Lines 2 and 7, a short walk from the gates. Line 2 is the workhorse for visitors: it links Pudong Airport, Hongqiao Airport and Hongqiao Railway Station with the Jing'an corridor, so a hotel anywhere on that line gives a one-change or direct ride to the show. Single journeys are priced by distance, typically CNY 3-9, paid with the metro app, Alipay transport QR code or a rechargeable transit card; buy at station machines with cash or card. Allow extra time at interchange stations during commuter hours and check the last-train timing for your return leg before a late evening at the show.
Parking: Shanghai Exhibition Center has on-site parking, but capacity in central Jing'an is limited and fills quickly during large shows. Budget an approximate CNY 20-30 per hour with a daily cap in the CNY 100-150 range, and confirm current rates and which gate serves visitor parking with the venue or organiser. Arriving before the doors open, or leaving the car at a hotel and taking Line 2 to Jing'an Temple, is the lower-stress option on 4-6 December.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026 in Shanghai (early winter, show dates 4-6 December)
Temperature: Typically 2-5 C at night and 8-12 C by day, with occasional colder snaps near 0 C and windy days feeling several degrees cooler
Seasonality: December is one of the drier months overall but still brings several damp days with light, persistent rain rather than heavy storms; snow is rare. The show is indoors at Shanghai Exhibition Center, so weather mainly affects transfers and evening plans.
Packing: Pack layers you can remove indoors: a warm coat or parka, knitwear, a compact umbrella and water-resistant shoes for the walk between hotel, metro and the SEC gates. Halls are heated but can be draughtier near entrances, so a jacket over business-casual dress works better than a heavy coat you carry all day. Bring a universal adapter, since China uses 220V with type A, C and I sockets, plus a power bank for a full day of scanning QR codes on the floor.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show) usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14 - Register as a visitor on shanghai.lps-china.com and save the confirmation; note whether your badge is issued for private buyers, investors or trade visitors.
Day 13 - Verify visa eligibility or lodge a Chinese visa application, and check that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
Day 12 - Book flights into Shanghai Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA); land by 3 December so you have a full day before the 4 December opening at Shanghai Exhibition Center.
Day 11 - Reserve a hotel: Jing'an properties are walkable to SEC, while Hongqiao and Expo-area hotels need a 25-45 minute metro or taxi transfer each way.
Day 10 - Shortlist the countries and developers you want to meet, and write down a target budget and intended use (rental, family use, eventual relocation) for each market.
Day 9 - Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with your home card, and install a VPN before departure if you rely on services that are restricted on Chinese networks.
Day 8 - Request appointments with priority exhibitors and ask for net-yield models, service-charge schedules and completion dates in advance.
Day 7 - Assemble a due-diligence pack: passport copies, proof of funds, tax residency details and any company documents a cross-border purchase may require.
Day 6 - Download a Shanghai metro map and note that Jing'an Temple station on Lines 2 and 7 is the closest stop to SEC at 1000 Yan'an Road (M).
Day 5 - Arrange airport transfer: Metro Line 2 or the Maglev plus Line 2 from PVG at roughly CNY 8-50, or a metered taxi in the CNY 180-230 band; confirm live fares.
Day 4 - Book a Mandarin interpreter or confirm that your priority exhibitors have English or Chinese-speaking staff on the stand.
Day 3 - Check the Shanghai forecast and pack layers, a warm coat and business-casual clothing for three days of stand meetings.
Day 2 - Print or save hotel confirmations, flight details and show registration; Chinese hotels require passport registration on check-in.
Day 1 - Reconfirm meetings, charge power banks and adapters (China uses 220V, type A/C/I sockets) and plan to arrive at SEC early on 4 December for security screening.
Registration and hall orientation at Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show) registration concourse
Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC)
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget

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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show) fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show), what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Real Estate solutions and benchmarking suppliers at LPS China 2026 (Luxury Property Show) in Shanghai.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Real Estate products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Shanghai show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
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