Smash to shut at the end of the month

Another loved one lost... Smash, the lively yet chilled out bar and nightlife spot opened by the China Social Club crew, is closing its doors at the end of September after its brief life on Dingxi Lu. Having spent the past six months playing host to a myriad of cool and quirky events – from Kate Bush day performances in drag to '90s DJ sets and monthly wine nights – its a spot that's being taken from us too soon.

The sultry Kate Bushes of Smash

The gang released a statement today to share the news with the bar's fans and frequenters:

'Unfortunately for Smash, our incredible regulars and customers, the DJs and everyone else who has come through the doors, the concept has proven bigger than the space. We have decided we can't achieve what we want to at this location and so Smash has decided to look for a more suitable venue.'

This news truly sucks, and the struggle is real... but a spark of hope lingers – Team Smash says they're 'on the hunt for a new venue and can't wait to welcome everyone down as soon as it's ready', and we'll have our eyes peeled for that moment.

Pop in for a drink before the bar's last day on September 30, and stayed tuned about a Smash pop-up event with DJ Andras on Saturday 7 October.

Smash 685 Dingxi Lu, near Niuqiao Lu (6282 1395).

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