Must-see night attractions in Shanghai
As the sun sets over the city, Shanghai transforms into a luminous wonderland of spring charm. From dazzling fireworks over lakes to high-tech cherry blossom displays and immersive light art exhibitions, these nighttime spectacles are adding some extra sparkle to the season.
Dazzling light and firework show at Dishui Lake
Every Saturday night, Dishui Lake bursts into color as a six-minute light show and fireworks illuminate both water and sky. The fireworks are reflected on the shimmering lake below, offering a synchronized spectacle that captures the magic of spring evenings in Shanghai.
Date: Every Saturday, 8 pm – 8:06 pm
Location: Waterside of Dishui Lake
Admission: Free
Shining Shanghai
After captivating audiences during the 2024 Shanghai International Light Festival, select artworks including the AIGC-powered exhibition Art Ripples are making a return to Jing'an district. Through immersive light projections, these shows highlight impressionist masterpieces, inviting visitors into a dreamlike universe where iconic figures such as Vincent van Gogh are brought to life through cutting-edge AI technology.
Date: Now – April 19, Fridays and Saturdays, 6 pm – 10 pm
Location: Waterfront platform, Suhewan
Admission: Free
Yuyuan Mid-Spring Flower Festival
The Yuyuan Mid-Spring Flower Festival continues to enchant visitors after dark with a stunning interplay of traditional Chinese music, dynamic lighting, and fog effects. Key architectural landmarks such as the Jiuqu Bridge and the central lotus pond are dramatically lit, while six ethereal flower goddesses appear in immersive scenes that evoke the elegance and spirit of ancient Chinese culture.
Date: Now – May 5
Location: Yuyuan Garden
Admission: Free
Nighttime cherry blossoms at Gucun Park
On Cherry Blossom Island in Gucun Park, cherry blossoms take on a magical ambience under the night sky. Soft lighting and interactive laser projections mimic the breeze moving through the petals, while floating lights create an otherworldly atmosphere. This high-tech fusion of nature and art offers a fresh take on cherry blossom viewing in the digital age.
Date: Now – April 15
Location: Cherry Blossom Island, Gucun Park
Admission: Ticketed
Sources: WeChat account of Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, WeChat account of the Administrative Commission of the Lin-Gang Special Area of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, Jing'an district administration of culture and tourism, Gucun Park, Yuyuan Garden Malls
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