Community viewing guide
Shanghai Esports Watch Parties & Pubstomps
Where to watch esports in Shanghai: bars, cinemas and arenas hosting Shanghai watch parties and pubstomps for the biggest tournaments — dates, entry and venues below.
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Upcoming watch parties in Shanghai
| Venue | Location | Tournament | Dates | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Luyue Tiandi mall atrium Open Air |  Shanghai |  The International 2026 Dota 2 | 20 - 23 Aug, 2026 | Free |
The Dark Carnival — CIS Community Meetup Other18+ | Shanghai | The International 2026 Dota 2 | 20 - 23 Aug, 2026 | from CNY 999 |
Watch parties near Shanghai
Perfect World Cinema (Fangyuanhui)
Shijiazhuang•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Gravity Craft Beer Tavern
Shijiazhuang•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Sagittarius Bar
Xiangtan•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Perfect World Cinema (Wudaokou)
Beijing•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Perfect World Cinema (Olympic Village CINITY)
Beijing•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Perfect World Cinema (Zhiyin 1953)
Shijiazhuang•The International 2026•13 - 23 Aug, 2026Tournaments with watch parties
| Tournament | Dates | Countries | Venues |
|---|---|---|---|
The International 2026 Dota 2 | 13 - 23 Aug, 2026 | | 2 in 1 city |
FAQ
What is a pubstomp?
A pubstomp is a community gathering to watch an esports tournament together — usually in a bar or pub. The term comes from the Dota 2 scene; "watch party" means the same thing across all games and venue types.How do I find a watch party near me?
Use the location filter above to see every upcoming watch party in your city, or pick a tournament and browse its venues by country.
Is entry free?
Most community watch parties are free. Cinemas and some arenas sell tickets — each listing shows the entry type and price.How do I add my own watch party?
Fill in the submission form — it takes a couple of minutes and listing is free. We review every submission before publishing.