As twilight descends and city lights illuminate the streets, Jing’an District in Shanghai welcomes another lively scene. The curtain rises on “Night in Jing’an”, unveiling a series of magical after-dark experiences.

Fun After Dark: Glamour and Glow

When night falls, Jing’an comes alive with dazzling entertainment options.

The “Tipsy Night Alley” on the North Maoming Road section of Zhang Yuan (or Zhang's Garden) has hosted two weekends of festivities, featuring energetic guitar-drum duets and sophisticated jazz performances. Visitors stroll through the alleyways with craft cocktails in hand, lounging in camping chairs while savoring the perfect blend of live music and premium beverages. Statistics show that on September 20, Zhang Yuan saw a 34% increase in visits compared to September 19, and a 59.52% surge over the average daily footfall recorded from September 15 to 18 (Monday through Thursday).

This weekend, CITIC Pacific Plaza will host an immersive jazz experience for the public at its sunken plaza on the west side of the LG level. The event features live performances by Louise Jazz Duet, led by Shanghai's renowned jazz vocalist, whose spontaneous melodies and soulful vocals will create a distinctive artistic ambiance for late-night diners at surrounding restaurants.

The Cave 220 pop-up exhibition space, located east of Entrance 1 at Jing’an Park, debuted as a featured commercial installation. This event is part of the ‘Shining Shanghai’ Jing’an Light Season of the third ‘Shining Shanghai’ Jing’an International Light Exhibition and the Jing’an satellite venue of the Shanghai International Light Festival (2025). The space began soft openings on September 19, with official operations starting on September 22. The original IP, “Shi Dundun”, holding a lotus-shaped ruan instrument, has quickly captured public attention. Beyond purchasing Dunhuang-inspired cultural products and specialty coffee, visitors can admire a meticulously crafted scale model of Mogao Cave 220 from the Mogao Grottoes on West Nanjing Road.

From September 29 to October 8, during the main exhibition of ‘Shining Shanghai’ Jing’an Light Season, visitors can experience the immersive “Silk Road Light” show and the synchronized audiovisual performance “Melodies of Dance”. This commercial initiative of Jing’an International Light Exhibition seamlessly blends illumination art, live performances, and commercial scenes, creating premium nighttime entertainment venues that deliver diverse consumer experiences.

Moreover, the Tea Culture Festival features a unique nighttime tea and coffee bazaar. With over 30 stalls offering tea, coffee, intangible cultural heritage items, and cultural products, the market stays open until 11 p.m. Activities like music flash mobs, stamp-collecting for blind box draws, and creative tea-alcohol blends keep the nighttime experience fresh and exciting, while the scents of tea and coffee fill the night air.

Vibrant Night: Feel the Beat

Nights in Jing’an District pulse with athletic passion. The “Global Workout” activity at ECO City features check-in challenges with outdoor activities like floor curling, baseball, and football. After clocking out, white-collar workers gather here to unwind through sports, forge new connections, and recharge through physical exertion.

The 2025 “Go Out Suhewan” at MixC World radiates vibrant energy. From September 5 to October 8, the venue transforms into a grand outdoor lifestyle showcase. Along the 285-meter skybridge, interactive installations like spectator seating, effortless snooker, wind-listening canopy, and GOGO BOX create an immersive experience for all. Whether fitness enthusiasts or casual visitors, everyone can revel in the joy of nighttime activities.

Night Bites: Tempt Your Taste Buds

In Jing’an District, the culinary temptations of the night prove irresistible.

Wujiang Road Food Street buzzes with visitors as barbecue smoke curls upward, skewers sizzle on charcoal grills, and tantalizing aromas fill the air. Nearby patisseries offer exquisite cakes and aromatic coffee, adding sweet indulgence to the night. Fengshengli presents a global culinary journey, where diners can savor Italian pasta and French steak while soaking in the neighborhood's distinctive ambiance. Boosted by night markets, live performances, and other nighttime activities, commercial hubs like Wujiang Road and Fengshengli have seen varying degrees of revenue growth.

CITIC Pacific also rolls out several late-night dining packages, offering consumers a delightful blend of food and live music under the city lights. The event attracted 10% more visitors than the previous year, with sales up 6% year-on-year. CITIC Pacific Plaza will continue its nighttime activities, joining forces with neighboring businesses to usher in Jing’an District's Night Economy 3.0 era.

In Jing’an District, the night comes alive with invigorating activities, gourmet delights, and relaxing entertainment. This charming district is building a unique nighttime economy through diverse and vibrant after-dark activities, making every evening full of surprises and possibilities. Come to the Jing’an District and discover a magical “Night in Jing’an”.