Shanghai is turning up the heat this summer with its Shanghai by Night campaign, unveiling a fresh lineup of nighttime economy landmarks and after-dark attractions. The first wave of featured destinations combines culture, food, music, and immersive entertainment, offering an exciting experience for locals and visitors looking to see the city in a whole new light.

Recommended after-dark attractions (1st batch)

Joy City

Address: No 166 North Xizang Road, Jing'an district

Highlights:

• Open until 2 am, hosting 11 high quality night eats vendors.
• Combines dining, live entertainment, and Ferris wheel rides.
• Dedicated night access via Wen'an Road; free parking from 9 pm to 3 am.
• Nearby cinema, KTV, and escape room venues enhance the experience.

Global Harbor

Address: No 3300 North Zhongshan Road, Putuo district

Highlights:

• Over 20 restaurants open until 2 am; free parking from 10 pm to 2 am.
• Features live sports screenings, nighttime AR gaming zones, outdoor music festivals, and themed night markets.
• Hosts summer events tied to the Shanghai International Cruise Festival in August, plus IP driven promotions, such as Pokemon, and miiiiichan illustration collaborations.

Daxue Road

Address: Daxue Road area, Yangpu district

Highlights:

• The "KIC Nightlife Festival" includes discounted drinks — unlimited for 69 yuan ($9.62) at participating venues throughout the block — and extended hours until 2 am.
• Collaborates with events such as the Shanghai International Youth Football Tournament, social media platform Xiaohongshu, also known as RedNote, and ride-hailing platform Didi.
• After 11 pm, any purchase includes a 3 hour free parking voucher.

Seoul Market

Address: No 1078 Hongquan Road, Minhang district

Highlights:

• Authentic Korean pocha (tent bars), container cafes, food trucks, and street performers.
• Open until 2 am; free parking after 10 pm. Retro-style set meals come with collectible ticket stubs.
• "The Stage" performance zone features K‑drama-inspired sets, K‑pop flash mobs, and lively street shows.

Columbia Circle

Address: No 1262 West Yan'an Road, Changning district

Highlights:

• A curated lineup of international cuisine, including French, Italian, and Spanish restaurants — many open until 1 am.
• From July through September, the venue hosts over 10 cultural events, including immersive acrobatics, creative night markets, and hands-on workshops.
• Anchored by the new cultural IP "New City Theatre", ticket stubs can be used for discounts at food, beverage, and retail shops.

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, "shanghaifabu" WeChat account, official WeChat accounts of the publicity department of the CPC Minhang district committee, Changning district information office, Shanghai Jing'an Media Center and Shanghai Yangpu Media Center