Pop up retail events have found their niche in Sydney. Over the past few years, pop up shops have surged in popularity, becoming an essential marketing tool for retailers aiming to showcase their brands and debut new products. What's the secret to a successful pop-up store? It combines creativity, meticulous planning, and securing the perfect pop-up venue. And where better to find that than in Sydney? Explore our curated selection of pop up shops across the city and secure your dream venue today!
The cost of pop up shops averages around $150 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $200 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2000 | to $5600 | hire fee per event |
| From $2000 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Gallery Space + Studio Hire at Studio 551
in Newtown - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Fabian was really helpful and there is great foot traffic in King street...’
The Living & Balcony Rooms at Hustle Studios
in Surry Hills - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Beautiful place, entire building to small items in the room!’
CV Creative Studios at CV Studios
in Alexandria - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Carlos was very Accomodating and the space was exactly as described...’
You'll find pop up shops in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average $162 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 1.2 km from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller pop up shops usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Erickson Room at St Andrew's College University of Sydney, rated 4.6/5 - meeting room for 36 guests
Our user said: ‘There was plenty of seating available for a small group. A lot of potential for the space.’
The Heritage Room at Moore Park Golf Club, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 26 guests
Our user said: ‘Everything was smooth and food was delicious. All guests loved it. Will recommend this venue and the team...’
Entire Studio at La Villa - photo / film studio for 30 guests
Venue said: Tucked away in a secret corner of Sydney’s northern beaches lies La Villa. Created by Rosie Zofrea of Inside Out Real Estate Styling, the creative space available for hire proudly stands at the frontier of the latest influence...
Cheap pop up shops in Sydney start from $75 hire fee per hour or $25 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Entire Studio at INTO-ARTS Studio + Gallery, from $75 hire fee per hour
(up to 20 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The space is beautiful and very well designed for hosting events.’
Entire Venue at SFJ Cafe & Coffee, from $25 per person
(up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The staff were super friendly, thoughtful and efficient and helped our event run smoothly.’
Entire Venue at Noun Green Square, from $1000 minimum spend per event
(up to 130 guests standing)
Venue said: Noun Green Square is a versatile function space that has hosted almost every type of event. It is centrally located on the top level of Green Square Library in Zetland, right next to the train station.
The length of time for which a pop-up shop stays open in Sydney can vary widely depending on several factors:
Page last updated in September 2026
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