Fun and free activities during National Day holiday
Here are five fun and free activities to check out in Shanghai during the upcoming National Day holiday, which runs from Oct 1 to 7.
Watch a drone and fireworks show at Baoshan riverside area
Time: 8:30 pm - 9 pm, Sept 30
Location: Baoshan riverside area and Shanghai International Cruise Tourism Resort
Baoshan is set to illuminate the nigh sky with a spectacular show featuring aerial drones and fireworks.
Take a stroll at North Bund
Time: 3:30 pm - 9 pm, Oct 1-7
Location: North Bund Guoke Center and North Bund Garden
From Oct 1 to Oct 7, visitors to the North Bund can immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture by donning traditional hanfu attire, crafting hand-painted fans, exploring the allure of traditional Chinese art, and indulging in a wide array of snacks, beverages, and culinary delights.
Autumn tour at Century Park
Time: Sept 21 - Oct 31
Location: Shanghai Century Park
Experience the Century Park Autumn Tour Season with various cultural activities, camping festivals, food markets, concerts, and more.
Visit Shanghai Expo Culture Park for Twin Hills and more
The vibrant inauguration of the southern section of the Shanghai Expo Culture Park on Sept 20 marked an exciting beginning. Visitors can not only climb the Twin Hills but also check out a photography exhibition running until December 31, street performances scheduled from Oct 1 to 5, and a pet carnival at the Pet Garden continuing until Oct 20.
Bookings for Shanghai Expo Culture Park's new southern section
Attend a music festival at Shanghai Wusong Paotaiwan Scenic Area
Time: 1: 30 pm - 4: 30 pm, Oct 3-6
Location: Shanghai Wusong Paotaiwan Scenic Area and the Shell Theater performing area
The upcoming youth music festival at the Shanghai Wusong Paotaiwan Scenic Area, running from Oct 3 to 6, will feature talented undergraduates from universities across China performing a diverse range of musical themes.
Sources: bendibao.com, Shanghai Century Park, North Bund Guoke Center, WeChat account of Publicity Department of Pudong New Area at "pdnews", WeChat account of Publicity Department of Baoshan district at "sh-baoshan"
