"Night Beijing" Debuts! Beijing's Ultimate Night Tour Experience Has Arrived——

As the clamor of the day fades away
And the lights of the streets begin to glow
Beijing’s “night overture” softly begins to play

Glistening boats drifting by
Night markets alive with the scent of fireworks
Immersive performances and the Great Wall under the stars

This summer, Beijing gets more exciting as the night deepens!

PART 01China New Cultural and Creative Market & Trendy Toy Garden PartyFirst China New Cultural and Creative Market & Trendy Play Garden Party

Opens on May 15 at Beijing Chaoyang Park

Runs through May 24

Completely free for residents and visitors

During the day, you can explore the park, check in at spots,

stroll through the market, and check out cultural creations

At night, you can go boating on the water,

enjoy light shows,

and watch special performances

POP MART City Park Phase 1.5 reopens with a fresh look
Apairang makes a grand return
Night symphony concert at Shell Theater
Ark Lake Lawn opens up
A carnival themed around the Star Man installations
”Urban Trendy Picnic Party” at the Ten Thousand People Square

Take you from day to night

Experience the ultimate combo of trendy play + garden stroll + lawn live show

Night cruise on the Liangma River
Immersive waterfront light show
Stroll the market by day, drift through lights by night
This is the hidden gem.

First China New Cultural and Creative Market & Trendy Play Garden Party Presents

Chaoyang Park × Liangma River Exclusive Night Tour Route

Immerse yourself in the Liangma River International Waterfront Light Show, architectural light displays, and nighttime art installations, and experience the city’s flowing nighttime画卷.

Unlock a unique perspective to watch

The nightly performance at the Shell Theater

Lawn light carnival, city nightscape

Immerse yourself in the romantic atmosphere of art

Chaoyang Park × Liangma River Exclusive Night Cruise Route

⚓ Route 1: Heping Pier to Fangzhou Lake Pier

Connecting: Heping Pier → Fangzhou Lake Lawn → Carnival Lighting Area → Waterfront Light Show → Fangzhou Lake Pier (actual route may vary)

⚓ Route 2: Heping Pier to Bisha Pier

Connecting: Heping Pier → Liangma River Core Waterfront → Night Performance Zone → City Nightscape Light Cluster → Bisha Pier (actual route may vary)PART 02****Night View of the Second Ring RoadAs night falls,

Standing on the pedestrian bridge east of Yonghegong Bridge, looking into the distance,

The silhouettes of buildings along the North Second Ring Road

Stand clear and graceful under the glow of lights,

Harmoniously coexisting with the ancient tranquility of Yonghegong Temple and Ditan Park,

Drawing passersby to pause and take photos.Yonghe Building.On the west side of Dongzhimen Outer Street, the building north of Yufei Tower.

Since the end of 2025, when Beijing’s Dongcheng District launched the landscape lighting improvement project for the East and North Second Ring Roads, this 8.5-kilometer “Light and Shadow Corridor”, stretching from Zhonglou North Bridge to Dongbianmen Bridge, has already shown initial results. It is expected to be fully illuminated in the second half of this year.Dongcheng District Children’s Palace.Xinda Center.

Previously, the nightscape along the Second Ring Road from Gulou Bridge in the north to Beijing Station East Street in the south had prominent issues. Building lights were scattered, overall continuity was poor, and styles and brightness levels were inconsistent and uncoordinated.

To address this, Dongcheng District implemented a nightscape enhancement project spanning 8.5 kilometers, covering 41 building clusters and 2 landscape nodes.

As of now, 31 building clusters and 2 landscape nodes have been completed.Hong Kong-Macau Center, Capital Land Building, Fuhua Mansion.Zhonghui Plaza.

Next, the focus of the landscape lighting enhancement project for the East and North Second Ring Road in Dongcheng District
will shift to the East Second Ring Road area
and deeply embed the canal granary culture around Chaoyangmen
using “Warm Grain Brings Blessings” as the lighting approach
to blend the texture of grains with warm light colors
into the lighting along the route
and connect with the North Second Ring Road
creating a nighttime landscape image that is “bustling yet not noisy, grand yet orderly,
warm and coherent.”Aerospace Materials Building, Block 1012, West of Berlin Temple.

PART 03****Badaling Great Wall at NightAs a landmark nighttime attraction in Beijing

the Badaling Night Great Wall has undergone a comprehensive upgrade

and will be officially open from April 30 to October 6

An immersive interactive experience has been deepened across the board

making it the highlight of this upgrade

The scenic area has specially introduced an NPC performance of “Meng Jiangnu Searching for Her Husband”

Actors in period costumes bring classic historical scenes to life

Visitors can talk and interact with the characters

turning from “spectators” into “participants”At the same time, the “Post Station Letter-Sending for Blessings” segment is launched.

Visitors write down their wishes at the foot of the city wall,

which are then delivered to the Great Wall by “couriers,”

adding a romantic touch to the night tour.

Strolling along the city walls,

you might also come across various NPCs like Ming Dynasty generals

and frontier guards.Badaling Cultural District

Immersive recreation of the “Tea-Horse Trade” scene

Paired with themed character games

Unlock the full experience of frontier customsCore Dance “Bonfire Beyond the Great Wall” Ignites the Stage

The show is based on Mongolian dance,

Blending traditional and modern art.

Through powerful movements and grand stage design,

It showcases the majestic spirit of the Great Wall and the national spirit.

A highlight is the bonfire-like props and interactive segments,

Where dancers invite visitors to join hands and dance folk steps together.

The scenic area also features a grand city-entry ceremony,

Real-life interactions with wall patrol guards, and more.

The nighttime performances are even richer in content.Night Tour Tips

Open Areas: Cultural District, North Fourth Tower to South Fourth Tower

Entry Check-in Time: 18:30-21:00

Lighting Time: 19:20-22:00 (subject to the day’s schedule)

Performance Time: 18:30-21:00 (subject to the day’s schedule)

Visitors can choose to enter during off-peak hours to fully enjoy the night view of the Great Wall.

The south-line ground cable car operates one-way uphill from 17:30 to 19:30. Visitors can take the cable car to admire the night scenery of the Great Wall.PART 04****Juyong Pass Night Great Wall

**“Ming Dynasty Carnival”**The night tour at Juyongguan Great Wall has officially launched

The third season of “Ming Dynasty Carnival—Enter the Drama · Juyong”

theme events are now live

Running until July 31

The event blends Ming Dynasty frontier customs

with immersive interactive experiences

creating a cultural feast

that takes visitors on a journey through timeUnder the night sky, Juyong Pass sheds its daytime bustle.

Lights flicker on one by one at the North Gate Tower, Cloud Platform, and ancient inn areas.

Ming-style banners and lanterns create a charming contrast with the ancient city bricks and walls.

Armored soldiers, scholars in flowing robes, and wandering warriors move through the scene.

On the No. 1 enemy tower of the scenic area, the melody of a trendy band flows with the evening breeze.

Folk songs, jazz, and national-style rock play in turn.

Visitors either bow with clasped fists or sway gently to the music.

Every step reveals Ming and Song aesthetics.

The immersive atmosphere is instantly set.This year’s Great Wall Night Event at Juyong Pass

Follows the storyline of “Juyong Pass: Eight Gates Seek Heroes”

Featuring eight themed challenge gates

Connecting iconic sites like the North Gate Tower, Zhenwu Temple,

and the Guojifang Archway

Visitors can take on challenges including the Garrison General,

the Feathered Arrow Sharpshooter, and the Cloud Terrace Poet

Earning silver notes through tests of courage, eyesight,

literary skill, and clever thinking

Collect 15 silver notes to join

the “Commander’s Mansion Martial Arts Tournament”

And win a custom certificate and exclusive souvenirDuring the event, the Chinese traditional-style band
will perform at multiple evening sessions.
Soldier parades will also continue to interact along the ancient inn’s corridor.
Visitors can exchange silver notes for cultural creative discounts,
and experience the bustling border-town atmosphere at the market.

Night Tour Tips

Event Name: “Ming Tide Carnival” Season 3 · Enter the Drama at Juyong Pass

Event Dates: Every Friday, Saturday, and public holidays from May 6 to July 31, 2026 (not open on the last day of public holidays)

Ticket Check and Sales Hours: Night Great Wall opens daily from 18:30 to 21:00, park clearance at 21:30, park closes at 22:00.PART 05****Tongzhou Canal “Rhythm on the Water” Scenic Poetry and Music Project

Located in the Beijing (Tongzhou) Grand Canal Cultural Tourism Scenic Area,

Beijing’s first immersive waterside walking show—

the “Rhythms on the Canal” waterscape poetry and music project has officially opened to the public.

Unlike traditional cultural tourism projects that are static,

it uses the 3.5-kilometer canal waters as a natural stage,

breaking the boundary between shore and water.

It creates an immersive scene that integrates the “water, boats, bridges, and shore” in a fully connected way.

The panoramic glass-roofed cruise ship
is a moving audience seat.
During the 50-minute voyage,
every stretch of water becomes a stage,
and every scenic spot holds a story.The project begins with “At the Head of the Canal, Fortune Meets the World” as the opening chapter.

From the canal chants, the memories of the canal come alive.

Through canal trade and commerce, the ancient city’s prosperity.

Canal households, sending longing afar.

Canal star boats, the tales told by water and ships.

Canal poetry and music, joy found in the canal.

Canal Tongzhou, waterways shaping the land.

Songs on the canal, dreams in the stars—the “six transports” narrative unfolds.

Thus, a single journey lets you experience a thousand years of the canal.As night falls and lights line the canal’s banks,

Water, music, and poetry weave together.

Buildings along the shore turn into massive screens of light and shadow,

Boatmen’s chants, the grandeur of grain transport, riverside life,

And scenes of North-South blending replay in sequence.

Taking a boat, you truly experience,

“People sit within the boat, while the boat drifts through a painting.”Location: Beijing (Tongzhou) Grand Canal Cultural Tourism Scenic Area

Ticket Purchase: Mini Program - Tongzhou Grand Canal

Reminder: Please keep an eye on the weather for the latest boat information.PART 062026 Chongwen Joy Market: Beer Culture and Life Festival2026 “Chongwen Joy Market · Beer Culture Life Festival”

Kicks off in the Chongwenmen commercial area

With the theme “The Beer Festival Is All About Chong”

Jointly hosted by New World Department Store, Guorui Shopping Center,

and Mofang Shopping Center

Expected to run until the end of October

The life festival deeply integrates the century-old flower market,

the intangible cultural heritage heritage, and modern beer culture

Creating a new urban night-time economy scene

That blends immersive experiences, quality consumption,

and traditional cultural heritageStepping into the Chongwenmen commercial area,

the creatively designed storefronts, infused with a century of customs culture, shimmer with dazzling lights.

Unique light installations and Instagram-worthy photo spots are strung together into a scenic route.

From the outdoor plaza of New World Department Store

to the west plaza of Golee Shopping Center

and then to the outdoor area of Mofun Shopping Center

nearly twenty specialty stalls

are neatly lined up along the commercial walkway.

The malty aroma of craft beer

and the tempting scent of local snacks drift through the air,

painting a lively and warm picture of bustling urban life.In the rest and interaction area, the “Beer Festival Offline Energy Station” is very popular. Scan the QR code to receive exclusive consumption discounts. The flower market cultural landscape pieces scattered around blend intangible cultural heritage into the leisure setting.

The stage activity area is packed with nonstop entertainment.

Live bands, fun interactive games,
and themed trendy parties take turns to wow the crowd.

Interspersed with performances of intangible cultural heritage,
it delivers a rich and diverse high-quality audio-visual feast.The event also featured a special zone designed

as a family-friendly play area built around Guorui West Plaza and Mofang Plaza,

offering parent-child competitions, kid-friendly performances,

and traditional flower market folk experience activities.

There were also intangible cultural heritage and public service areas

showcasing Beijing silk flowers, velvet flowers, and other flower market intangible cultural heritage crafts.PART 07****Fengtai Flower Street Night MarketLocated at the Beijing Flower Trading Center in Fengtai District, the Flower Street Night Market makes a brand new debut. Starting today, this 400-meter-long street is open every night from 6 PM to midnight. With the theme “Blooming Night Alley · The Heat of Everyday Life: A Street of Blossoms, A Market of a Hundred Flavors,” it creates an immersive nighttime consumption zone integrating food, creative culture, flowers, performances, and photo-worthy spots. Visitors can enjoy a one-stop experience of “see, eat, play, and shop” amidst the evening breeze and floral scents.

Stepping into the Flower Street Night Market, the “flower bouquet” at the entrance, decorated with hundreds of blooms, is the first stop where visitors eagerly snap photos. Walking along the street, you’ll find scenes like the rose gallery, wisteria trellises, floral fences, and vertical flower walls dotting the path, achieving “a flower at every step, a unique scene in every view.” The rose pastry, with its crispy crust and soft filling, releases a burst of rose fragrance with every bite. The jasmine ice jelly is crystal clear, refreshing and sweet on the palate. The osmanthus brew is warm, smooth, and lingering in aftertaste… A series of flower-themed delicacies have made their debut, becoming one of the highlights of this year’s night market. Meanwhile, classic street food snacks from all over the country are also available.Stock Photo

Floral arrangement crafting, flower embroidery experience, dried flower specimen DIY… Multiple interactive floral experience activities are open simultaneously.

In addition, the night market collaborates with the flower trade center to offer fresh-cut flowers, potted plants, and floral DIY experiences.As night falls, the lights begin to shine

At the central stage area

Folk songs, themed interactions, and other evening performances unfold

Bringing a cozy end to a summer day

PART 08Daxing Tuanhe Xingguan Night MarketThe Xingguan Night Market, located in the Tuanhe area of Guanyinsi Subdistrict, covers a total planned area of nearly 8,800 square meters.The food court brings together signature snacks from all over the country, featuring local traditional flavors like Old Beijing爆肚, as well as delicacies from across the nation such as Jinzhou barbecue and Changsha stinky tofu. It also introduces Daxing’s local specialty agricultural and creative products for exhibition and sale, including Panggezhuang watermelon cultural and creative merchandise, Anding mulberry processed foods, and Caiyu grape derivative drinks, allowing residents and tourists to savor Daxing’s regional characteristics through their taste buds.

In addition to dining, the night market also features three functional zones: a cultural and creative handicraft area, a lifestyle retail zone, and a family entertainment section. These not only meet residents’ daily leisure and shopping needs but also cater to consumers of all ages. The night market is also equipped with public restrooms, free drinking water stations, and other convenient facilities, with dedicated staff responsible for cleaning, order maintenance, and food safety inspections to ensure a comprehensive consumer experience.Every evening, the central stage of the night market features a series of performances under the “Xingcheng Night Never Ends” program. The participating groups include commercial troupes, Daxing District’s folk art groups, and teachers and students from local schools. The performances cover a variety of forms such as singing and dancing, traditional opera, cross-talk, clapper talk, and instrumental music. Interactive segments are also incorporated into the shows. In addition to regular performances, the night market regularly introduces themed cultural events. During the summer, plans include a “Night Reading Market,” featuring mobile book points and a book exchange zone, making cultural consumption a new growth point for the night economy.Business hours: Extended appropriately based on the season and visitor flow, with the latest opening until midnight during summer.PART 09****Yayuncun Beitou Shopping Park Snail Music FestivalIn May, the first performance of the “Snail Music Festival,” co-hosted by the Asian Games Village Street and Beigou Shopping Park, took place at Snail Square, kicking off the nearly six-month-long music festival.This year’s music festival features a complete upgrade of professional lighting and sound, creating an immersive sound wave atmosphere that is fully immersive. The lineup has been expanded with new additions, offering not just classic encores but also exciting new surprises on stage!

In terms of venue design, the event has added new installations such as a flower fountain and snail-themed lighting decorations, which not only illuminate the core performance area of the “Snail Main Stage” but also create an outdoor music scene that blends artistry with a dreamy feel.

During the performances, the surrounding area of the square offers themed dining, creative snacks, and trendy pop-up stalls, forming a linked experience of “watching performances + dining + shopping.” While enjoying the music, the audience can also grab a bite to eat and browse the stalls.

Tips for Visitors

The Snail Music Festival runs until October 8th, every Saturday night from 18:30 to 21:00 at Snail Square in Beitou Shopping Park (suspended during extreme weather like heavy wind or rain).

For registration details and last-minute updates, check the “Beitou Shopping Park” and “Colorful Asian Rhythms” official accounts.

Friendly reminder: The above activities are subject to actual on-site conditions.On this summer night,

Are you ready to go out and have some fun?

Feel free to comment and share your “night outing” plans.

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