PopUp WiFi unit backstage at the NYC FIFA World Cup Watch Party

SECURE EVENT WIFI RENTAL in NEW YORK CITY

Rent plug’n’play bonded internet for your event. Includes expert 24/7 live support, perfect for the city that never sleeps.

Are you planning an product launch, livestreaming activation, fundraising gala or broadcast in New York? If you can’t afford the chance of an internet outage, check out our modular range of multi-cellular PopUp WiFi bonded internet units. All units include multiple bonded connections from all major national 5G and LTE carriers. From delivering basic affordable general booth internet for trade show exhibitors at the Javits Center and all New York Convention Centers, to serving up full-throttle high-speed bandwidth for broadcast, we’ve got a custom solution for your event. All PopUp WiFi rentals include a free load-in and testing day, unlimited, unthrottled data and 24/7 live management and support from our Peplink-certified network engineers, so your internet performance is a sure shot.

Why New York Event Producers Choose PopUp WiFi

Technical producers and New York event managers come to PopUp WiFi for reliable connectivity that keeps pace with the city. We have successfully supported over a thousand event days in New York hotels, Convention Centers and independent venues - indoors and outside - since 2017. With simple setup and expert live support from our Peplink-Certified engineers any time - 24/7, it’s easy enough for anyone (technical or not) to set up in minutes. With over 14 years' global experience in building and delivering rapidly deployed connectivity solutions, PopUp WiFi custom managed internet solutions are guaranteed to work. Our units combine multiple connections from all major national cellular carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon) simultaneously using packet-level bonding from Peplink for speed and reliability. All rentals include genuinely unlimited, unthrottled data (no caps) and bundle savings if you rent 2 or more units, or for additional days. Delivering from our warehouse in Memphis to any FedEx and most business addresses in New York as soon as the next business day. Optional Starlink add-ons available, or you can add your own house connection for full network consolidation and management.

Crowds at the NYC FIFA World Cup Watch Party

Fast service, fast internet - indoors and outdoors, wherever you need

With setup in moments, and individual network optimization from our expert engineers, we’ll get you online and off to the races in minutes. So if your event needs to impress, rent your event WiFi from the original rapid-deployment specialist, from our warehouses in Memphis and Glendale directly to you. 

PopUp WiFi Network Engineer monitoring event networks wearing a headset.

24-hour support & management from our certified network engineers

Our Peplink-certified network engineers have been delivering event internet for over a decade. With more than 100,000 event days connected so far, you can be sure your internet is being managed by real techs with the right experience and reflexes for fast and effective live support. Average response time is under one minute – it’s like having an invisible pit crew on your team, ready whenever you need them.

Production Crew with PopUp WiFi unit at the NYC FIFA World Cup Watch Party

Unlimited unthrottled data with every rental of up to 14 days.

Every PopUp WiFi rental includes completely unlimited data, combining multiple AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon connections for better speeds and reliability. No hidden “reasonable use” data caps in the fine print. Just event internet with all-you-can-eat high speed data with rentals of up to 14 days. 14+ days includes a free TB of high-speed data per month. All units bond the bandwidth from multiple cellular connections together using Peplink’s FusionSIM. 

Reviews from New York Producers

Compare Event WiFi Rental Kits and Pricing

The Lite

POS, trade shows, check-ins, registration desks, breakout rooms.

Packages from

$895.50*

All Inclusive

*Hello 2027 Sale (Usually $995).

Save when you book more days. Includes free set up/ tech day.

The Workhorse

Site offices, silent auctions, guest networks and live streaming.

Packages from

$1,192.50

All Inclusive

*Hello 2027 Sale (Usually $1,325).

Save when you book more days. Includes free set up/ tech day.

The Beast Mach 3

Live streaming, AI product workshops, industrial environments and trade shows.

Packages from

$1,935*

All inclusive

*Hello 2027 Sale (Usually $2,150).

Save when you book more days. Includes free set up/ tech day.

The Titan

Built for critical connectivity, broadcasts and high bandwidth requirements.

Packages from

$2,515.50*

All inclusive

*Hello 2027 Sale (Usually $2,795).

Save when you book more days. Includes free set up/ tech day.

Reliable WiFi for Every Type of New York Event

PopUp WiFi provides temporary event WiFi and internet across New York for festivals, trade shows, fundraisers, brand activations and more...

PopUp WiFi provides fast, reliable WiFi for ticketing, vendor POS, media and back-of-house crews at outdoor and remote festival locations. Add your own Starlink to your unit rental FREE and let us manage the entire network for you 24/7. Find out more about festival WiFi.

No need to share crowded venue WiFi. Set up your own dedicated internet for product demos, lead capture and card payments, with plug’n’play kits for booths from 10′ x 10′ to 80′ x 80′ at less than standard venue rates. Book at our Exhibitor Express page.

Keep mobile bidding, silent auctions, and registrations  running all night, even at venues with patchy cell coverage. PopUp WiFi gives your staff and volunteers priority bandwidth while guests get their own separate network, and you can add a sponsor-branded login to help raise extra funds. Find out more about fundraising event WiFi.

Skip expensive hotel internet and run your own dedicated PopUp WiFi network for registration, presentations, breakout rooms and hybrid streaming. Connect via WiFi, hardline or both. Set up internet zones for key areas so attendees stay connected as they move around the venue, with our network engineers managing everything live, 24/7. Find out more about conference WiFi.

Parks, beaches, schools and galleries often have no internet at all. PopUp WiFi brings plug’n’play WiFi for check-in, POS and guest access that volunteers can set up in minutes, with no need for on-site technicians. Our expert network engineers manage everything remotely, 24/7. Find out more about community event WiFi.

PopUp WiFi bonds multiple 5G connections from Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T to keep your stream live using Peplink SpeedFusion technology and high-powered antennas with unlimited, unthrottled data on rentals up to 14 days. It’s built for 4K broadcasts, multi-camera setups and livestreams that can’t afford to drop out. Find out more about live streaming internet.

From swim meets to rodeos, PopUp WiFi powers registrations, live scoring, timing and broadcast feeds. Multi-carrier bonded cellular, with Starlink bolt-on accessories available for dense and remote environments. Set up a priority network for crew and POS, with a separate guest network for competitors and spectators. Find out more about sporting event WiFi.

Keep your crew connected on location, from studio backlots to remote shoots with no infrastructure. PopUp WiFi powers file uploads, video calls, remote monitoring and live broadcast feeds, set up on a table or truss in minutes. Our network engineers manage everything live, 24/7 and you can collect units from our Los Angeles warehouse when you need them fast. 

Trade Show Booth WiFi Rental for New York Convention Centers

Exhibiting in New York? Skip the venue WiFi and bring your own internet at a fraction of the price. PopUp WiFi has delivered fast and reliable at New York major convention centers for many years – we know how each carrier performs at every venue and which setup will work best for your booth. Whether you need to set up a seamless brand activation, product demonstration or lead generation campaign, we can help.

New York convention centers we regularly service:

  • Javits Center, Manhattan
  • New York Expo Center, Bronx
  • Brooklyn Expo Center, Brooklyn
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, Buffalo
  • Niagara Falls Conference Center, Niagara Falls
  • Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center, Rochester
  • Oncenter, Syracuse
  • Albany Capital Center, Albany
  • Saratoga Springs City Center, Saratoga Springs

Every rental includes unlimited, unthrottled data, a free tech run day and 24/7 support from our Peplink-certified network engineers, backed by our money-back guarantee. Book through our Exhibitor Express Instant Rent store online and save 10%.

Real Events Managed By PopUp WiFi

Producer: Baryshnikov Arts
Venue: Tivoli, New York
Attendance: 2,000
Network use: Outdoor box office, attendee check-in and general guest access
Solution: One Beast Mach 3 with Slipstream

The inaugural Bloodlines Interwoven Festival brought together 15 artists for a week of concerts, workshops and storytelling celebrating their cultural backgrounds. Led by artistic director Kaoru Watanabe, the festival followed a residency at Baryshnikov Arts in Manhattan, where the musicians developed new compositions together. At the Tivoli festival site, outdoor attendee check-in was beyond the reach of existing WiFi. PopUp WiFi supplied the connection for the box office, giving the team internet access where they needed it to check in festivalgoers.

Producer comment: “We could not have functioned without PopUp WiFi.”

Baryshnikov Arts

Producer: Make-A-Wish Metro New York
Venue: Long Beach boardwalk, New York
Attendance: 7,500
Network use: Merchandise sales, general guest access and back of house
Solution: One Lite with Slipstream

Thousands of participants braved the cold at the 2025 Long Beach Polar Bear Splash to raise funds for Make-A-Wish. Merchandise sales were a major part of the fundraising effort, making reliable payment processing essential on a crowded boardwalk affected by network congestion. PopUp WiFi supplied a dedicated connection to support sales, helping the event raise more than $600,000. When weather delayed the original delivery, the team proactively sent a replacement unit to ensure it arrived in time. 

Producer comment: “I had a handful of questions during the event and your text support was amazing.”

Caroline Ver Planck, Associate Director, Community Fundraising, Make-A-Wish Metro New York

Producer: Moore PA Hire | FIFA World Cup Watch Party
Venue: Stone Street, New York, New York.
Date: August 26, 2026
Attendance: 60
Network use: Livestreaming (Watch Party)
Solution: One Workhorse with Slipstream

When the AV experts at Moore PA Hire were brought in to produce a pop-up Watch Party during FIFA World Cup, they knew they couldn’t risk unreliable internet for their live stream. A boutique AV vendor serving New York City for over 20 years, the expert team at Moore PA Hire specialize in delivering quality live event services in New York, including audio, video, LED, and lighting. They brought in a Workhorse unit to ensure the fans caught every memorable moment.

Producer Feedback: “Congratulations on an EXCELLENT product… we have found this product to be extremely reliable and useful here in NYC!!”

Cathal Moore, Owner/Director, Moore PA Hire 

FAQ

Your Questions Answered

How much does event WiFi rental cost in New York City?

PopUp WiFi event WiFi rental pacakges in New York City start at $895.50 for one live day (plus a free load in day) for the Lite, $1,192.50 for one live day (plus a free load in day) for the Workhorse, $1,935 for one live day (plus a free load in day) for the Beast Mach 3 and $2,515.50 for one live day (plus a free load in day) for the Titan. Prices are all-inclusive: unlimited, unthrottled 5G data is free on rentals up to 14 days, plus 24/7 support and a custom network name and password. Longer rentals and multiple units cost less per day. Get a quote at quote.popup-wifi.com or rent on-the-spot with the Exhibitor Express and save 10%.

How far in advance should I book event WiFi in New York City?

We are here when you need us! We dispatch from Memphis and Los Angeles every day, Monday to Friday. We do recommend ordering at least 3 days before your NYC event to avoid rush shipping, and if you can order 30+ days ahead, we include free shipping. September/October are especially busy in New York, so book as early as you can for those months. Short on time? Orders placed by 5 pm Eastern, Monday to Friday, can ship same day for overnight delivery to any FedEx store in New York by the next morning, inventory permitting.

Do you deliver event WiFi to all five NYC boroughs?

Yes PopUp WiFi ships event WiFi by FedEx to any address in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. Orders placed by 5 pm Eastern Time Monday to Friday can be dispatched the same day for overnight delivery, inventory permitting. We recommend shipping to a FedEx store near your venue or hotel for collection, which avoids last-mile courier delays. Order at least 4 days before your event to avoid rush shipping, and book 30+ days ahead for free shipping.

Can I get next-day event WiFi in New York City?

Yes, PopUp WiFi ships every day (Monday to Friday) using Priority Overnight by FedEx. Orders placed by 5 pm Eastern Time, Monday to Friday, can be dispatched the same day for overnight delivery anywhere in New York City, inventory permitting - usually delivered in the morning. Your unit arrives pre-configured with your network name and password, ready to plug in.For the least risk of delivery delays, we recommend you ship to a FedEx store near your venue or hotel for pickup. When you "Accept" your quote, we'll send you a booking form, which has a tool to help you find the most convenient FedEx store to collect your order from.

Can you deliver event WiFi to my NYC hotel or venue?

Yes, PopUp WiFi ships via FedEx to any NYC business address except Convention Centers, including hotels and venues, with a signature required during business hours. We highly recommend shipping to a FedEx store near your venue or hotel, which avoids last-mile delays and lets you collect when it suits you. Exhibitor Express booth packages arrive two business days before your show.

How do I return my event WiFi unit after a New York City event?

Pack your PopUp WiFi unit back into its padded box and drop it at any FedEx store using the prepaid return label we include with your delivery. If you happen to misplace it, you can also download your return shipping label from your Slipstream dashboard.There are FedEx locations across all five boroughs, so you can return it near your venue or hotel. Please return on time, as late returns are billed at the standard rental rates. Your rental is due to be returned to a FedEx store by 3 pm the following business day (Monday - Saturday) after your event ends.

Will event WiFi work inside a Manhattan building or basement venue?

PopUp WiFi has a solution for almost all situations, including skyscrapers and basement venues right across New York City. Signal strength inside dense buildings varies, so placement matters. Our Solutions architects will help you devise a plan that will work, when you request at quote https://quote.popup-wifi.com/BuildQuote?step=1. If they have any doubt about performance at your venue, they may recommend a Risk-free Test ahead of time to check to be absolutely certain for your important jobs. https://popup-wifi.com/risk-free-test-promise/ Set your unit up 4–10 feet off the ground and text a photo of the setup to our 24/7 engineers. They'll check the signal, may suggest moving the unit closer to a window or higher up, and then optimize the network remotely. If the venue has a house internet line, it can be bonded with the cellular connections for extra speed and backup. You also get a free tech run day before your event to test everything.

Will event WiFi work at an outdoor NYC event in winter?

Yes, in most conditions. PopUp WiFi units are rated to operate down to 23°F, which covers most New York winter days, but NYC nights can drop lower. For cold outdoor events, keep the unit sheltered from snow and rain, raised 4–10 feet off the ground. Our 24/7 engineers monitor performance remotely. So far, in over a decade of supplying managed internet for events, we've never had a network fail due to cold weather.

Can I add a branded login page to event WiFi at my NYC event?

Yes, with PopUp WiFi's Captivate, guests at your New York City event see a branded login screen before they connect, perfect for sponsors, data capture and brand activations. You can also set custom network names and passwords, run up to seven separate networks, and prioritize staff, POS or streaming devices over guest WiFi. Give us your artwork or design elements 7 days before your event starts and we'll configure your guest network with your custom branded splash screen. You can also have a separate network for production without the captive portal to keep things simple back of house.

Can I set up a separate network for press at an NYC product launch?

Yes, if you're running a production launch anywhere in New York City, you can have your PopUp WiFi network configured however makes sense for your situation. PopUp WiFi lets you run up to seven networks from one unit, each with its own name and password. Give press, staff, POS and guests separate networks, and prioritize the ones that matter most so live streams and uploads are not impacted by other users on the network. Our engineers can also set guest speed limits and per-device data caps, so a few heavy users don’t slow everyone else down.

What is the best event WiFi rental in New York City?

PopUp WiFi is arguably the best event WiFi provider in the city because we have access to the Speedtest Insights database, which allows us to pinpoint exactly which solution will work best for any use case at any venue. We use historic speedtest results to determine the amount of antenna power and number of bonded connections needed to achieve the result our New York City clients rely on for some of the biggest events, such as New York Fashion Week and United Nations assemblies. We rent managed bonded cellular internet for events across New York City, including trade shows, conferences, product launches, brand activations, live streams and fundraising galas. Every rental includes unlimited, unthrottled data on rentals up to 14 days, a custom network name and password, and 24/7 support from our Peplink-certified network engineers.

Can I bring my own WiFi into the Javits Center?

Yes, you're allowed to bring cellular solutions into the Javits Center and we frequently support exhibitors at the venue. PopUp WiFi unit gives your booth at the Javits Center its own dedicated, bonded internet instead of shared venue WiFi. You don't need venue permission or venue staff to set up a PopUp WiFi unit in your booth. Place it 4–10 feet off the ground, plug into standard power, and text a photo of your setup to our 24/7 network engineers, who optimize and manage the network remotely for the whole show. Exhibitor Express packages for booths from 10' x 10' to 80' x 80' start at $995 and include unlimited, unthrottled data.

Can I get event WiFi for New York Fashion Week shows and presentations?

Yes PopUp WiFi has supported several events and brand activations during New York Fashion Week over the past decade. Production teams rent PopUp WiFi to supply uninterrupted internet for live streams, guest WiFi, POS and backstage teams, without relying on crowded venue WiFi. Each unit combines several 5G and LTE connections from Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T, and our 24/7 engineers manage the network remotely. They are able to make changes in real time in response to the changing network environment caused by large influx of crowds and their cell phones, which strain the local networks.

Can I live stream an event from a New York City venue?

Yes, PopUp WiFi provides managed, high reliability internet for live streaming in NYC. Most producers choose the Beast Mach 3 or Titan for their live streams when working indoors for extra speed. They bond the bandwidth from three to four 5G connections from all major carriers simultaneously, backed by LTE from multiple carriers. The Workhorse unit (2x 5G + 2x LTE) is popular for live streaming in 1080p (30 or 60 fps) in outdoor settings. WAN smoothing sends your stream over several connections at once, so one congested carrier won’t drop your broadcast. If the venue has a house internet line, we can bond it in too. Our Peplink-certified network engineers monitor your connection in real time, 24/7, and you can call or text for on-the-spot-answers, any time.

Can I get event internet for a rooftop event in New York City?

Yes you can rent a PopUp WiFi unit for any rooftop event in New York City. Rooftops are often great for cellular signal, with clear lines to nearby cell towers. PopUp WiFi bonds 5G and LTE from Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T, and optional StarCell bolt-on adds a satellite link plus an addition extra 5G connection if you have a clear view of the sky. Run units on AC or your own Milwaukee M18 or DeWalt XR batteries. Keep the unit 4–10 feet high and sheltered, and text us a setup photo so our engineers can optimize it.

Can I get event WiFi at Brooklyn venues like the Brooklyn Navy Yard?

Yes. PopUp WiFi supports events across Brooklyn, including warehouse, waterfront and industrial venues like the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Brooklyn Expo Center and Pilgrim Park. We've supported hundreds of event days for popup retail spaces, album launches, festivals, live streams and community events. The most popular solutions are the Workhorse and Beast Mach 3, which combine several cellular connections from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon for extra bonded bandwidth and reliability. For tricky spaces, we have a Risk-Free Test Promise, if our engineers are not 100% sure the performance will be perfect for your requirements. We'll send a unit out early so you can fire it up onsite and we can run an optimization and determine the performance at your location.

Can I get event WiFi at Manhattan event spaces and hotel ballrooms?

Yes, PopUp WiFi works in Manhattan event spaces, studios, galleries and hotel ballrooms, from Midtown to SoHo and the Financial District. You get your own dedicated network, so you don’t pay for or share venue internet. Request a quote and we'll research the historic cellular performance at your location and create a custom quote that is guaranteed to deliver WiFi that works in your venue.

Can you provide WiFi for outdoor events and festivals in New York City parks?

Yes. PopUp WiFi provides event internet for outdoor festivals, concerts, races and community events in NYC parks and public spaces. Bonded 5G and LTE connections from all three national carriers running simultaneously keep you online. even with large crowds around. Optional Starlink adds a satellite link if you have a spot with a clear view of the sky available to set up. Larger sites can use multiple units to cover stages, gates, POS and production areas, which can be configured with the same network name and password so your crew stay connected as they move around the site.

Will event WiFi work when NYC cell networks are congested?

Yes, with the right setup, like a PopUp WiFi enterprize-grade bonded network. Big NYC events like marathons, parades and Times Square crowds can overload a single carrier. PopUp WiFi bonds several 5G and LTE connections from Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T simultaneous, so traffic shifts to whichever networks are performing best. The Beast Mach 3 and Titan add more 5G connections and feature ultra-high-gain directional antennas for extra cut-through in crowded spaces. Our Peplink-certified network engineers manage your connection live throughout the event.

Can I use PopUp WiFi for a pop-up shop or brand activation in NYC?

Yes PopUp WiFi has powered pop-up shops, sampling events and brand activations right across New York City since 2017. From sneaker shops to ball drops, perfume popups to basketball merch stops, we've supplied internet for producers in New York City, indoors and out. Units arrive pre-configured with the custom network name and password (your choice), and you can add a branded Captivate login page for guests for $199. Run card readers, product demos, music streaming, social sharing and guest WiFi on one managed network. Set up in minutes: plug in, place the unit 4–10 feet high and text our 24/7 engineers a photo. They'll check your setup, then they'll optimize and manage your network for you so you don't have to worry about internet outages.

Can I get event WiFi for a fundraising gala in New York City?

Yes, PopUp WiFi gives New York City charity galas reliable internet for mobile bidding, auction and donation apps, card payments, check-in and live streams to remote donors. Our motto is "spend less, raise more", and we'll work with you to help you create a custom network at exactly the right level for your needs, without blowing your fundraising budget! You get a private, dedicated network instead of shared venue WiFi, with prioritized networks so payments and auction apps always come first. Our 24/7 engineers monitor everything remotely, so you can focus on your guests, knowing your internet will be seamless.

How many people can event WiFi support at a New York City event?

Each PopUp WiFi unit supports 50 to 150 users at a time, and you can use several together to make a larger network for any New York City conference, festival, trade show or meeting. The Lite supports up to 50, the Workhorse 100, the Beast Mach 3 125 and the Titan 150, covering roughly 4,900 to 14,400 sq ft. For bigger NYC events, we deploy multiple units across your venue. Tell us your attendee numbers, venue and use case, and our engineers will check Speedtest data at your address and recommend the right setup.