Shanghai's night economy is booming, with the city topping the night economy index by recording an average of 4.03 million nighttime trips in 2024.

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For 2025, the city launched its "Shanghai by Night" campaign, infusing momentum into the Shanghai Summer International Consumption Season. Global Harbor in Putuo district was named a top nightlife destination for its all-in-one evening experience — shopping, dining, entertainment, and events.

As a key part of this year's Shanghai International Cruise Festival, Royal Caribbean Cruises has partnered with Global Harbor to launch a pop-up store, bringing a colorful and lively maritime holiday atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy a striking cruise ship model, stroll through the travel art corridor, and participate in fun tennis challenges and graffiti craft workshops.

Expanded ACGN (Animation, Comics, Games, and Novels) collaborations, such as Identity V and Stardew Valley immersive experiences, are attracting young crowds, evolving the mall's ACGN offerings into multi-dimensional exhibitions.

The fifth floor bar of Global Harbor has become a gathering spot for Shanghai Shenhua soccer fans. Enthusiasm for watching games, combined with the vibrancy of the night economy, has boosted nighttime customer traffic by approximately 30 percent since July.

Additionally, the rooftop lawn music market offers live performances under summer breezes, immersing visitors in an energetic summer atmosphere.

With new city policies supporting nightlife landmarks, Global Harbor is planning further events, integrated offerings, and innovative concepts, establishing itself as a major hub for nighttime consumption in Shanghai.

Source: Official WeChat account of Shanghai Putuo Media Center at "shputuo"