As the summer heat blankets Shanghai, the city offers refreshing escapes that come alive as night falls. Shanghai's summer evenings turn into magical stages where light and water create enchanting performances. Here's a glimpse into some of the city's must-see spectacles:

🎶 Daning Park music fountain show

The music fountain at Daning Park has been newly upgraded, much to the delight of visitors. Set against a vibrant urban backdrop and the park's tranquility, the show features a blend of water, fire, light, and sound synchronized to 12 songs. Be sure to catch this iconic performance while admiring the park's beautiful lotus flowers.

Showtimes: Fridays at 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm, and 8:30 pm; Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am, 1 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm, and 8:30 pm

Location: No 288 West Guangzhong Road, Jing'an district

✨ Jinshan City Beach fountain light show

This summer, Jinshan City Beach has transformed into a festive paradise with bubble parties, fountain light shows, and family carnivals. As night descends, the fountains dance to music, turning the beach into a dreamlike escape.

Showtimes:

Weekdays: 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm (fountain water show), 7:45 pm – 8 pm (fountain music light show)

Weekends/holidays: Additional fountain music light show at 8:45 pm – 9 pm

Location: West beach area, Jinshan City Beach (No 7555 Huhang Highway, Jinshan district)

🌟 Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre water light show

The water light show at the Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre offers a seasonal spectacle. Featuring fountains, colorful lights, and water curtain projections, it delivers a captivating visual and auditory experience.

Showtimes: Wednesday to Sunday at 7:30 pm from July to August (lasting approximately 45 minutes)

Location: Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre, Water Stage (No 159 Baiyin Road, Jiading district)

🎉 Dishui Lake light and fireworks show

Using Dishui Lake as its canvas, this light show centers on the Water Drop sculpture. It transforms the lake into a timepiece, guiding viewers through an immersive journey of light and shadow.

Showtimes: Every Saturday night from 8 pm – 8:06 pm

Location: Dishui Lake, Nanhui New City, Pudong New Area

🌊 Shanghai Happy Valley live water show

Set on a vast central lake, this multimedia water show combines water curtains, fountains, lasers, and 3D imagery to present a dramatic retelling of Chinese mythology.

Showtimes: Every night from 9:10 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: No 888 Linhu Road, Songjiang district

*Please note that show times are subject to change due to weather or other factors. Check official announcements for updates.

Sources: Official WeChat account of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism at "shanghaitourism", attractions mentioned above