Culinary and cultural night market fuels Yangzhou

In a dazzling display of lights and flavors, the Wanfu Fireworks Night Market at the Ecological Science and Technology New City in Yangzhou, East China's Jiangsu province, opened its gates on June 10, ushering in a season of summer delights for locals and tourists alike.

The night market, with its grand fireworks waterfall show and a plethora of culinary offerings, has quickly become a beacon of excitement and festivity under the starlit sky.

As visitors meandered through the bustling market stalls, they were treated to a cornucopia of gastronomic delights. From sizzling barbecue to succulent lobster and trendy street snacks, the market catered to every palate.

A sampling of the many offerings at the Wanfu Fireworks Night Market in Yangzhou. [Photo/Wechat account: yzs_lyj]

The allure of the Wanfu Fireworks Night Market extended beyond just food. On the opposite end of the night market, a mesmerizing fireworks waterfall show captivated the crowd, illuminating the night sky with bursts of color and light.

Crowds of visitors enjoy a fireworks waterfall show at the Wanfu Fireworks Night Market in Yangzhou. [Photo/Wechat account: yzs_lyj]

Scheduled to run until Oct 31, the night market promises to offer more entertaining activities, including live music performances, outdoor movie screenings, and even adorable pet bubble shows, ensuring that visitors not only satisfy their taste buds but also immerse themselves in a rich cultural experience.

Visitors gather at Wanfu Fireworks Night Market in the open at the Ecological Science and Technology New City of Yangzhou. [Photo/Wechat account: yzs_lyj]

In recent years, Yangzhou has maintained its commitment to enhancing the nighttime economy, diversifying nighttime activities, and providing a more enriching consumer experience for residents and visitors. The goal is clear: to draw in more crowds, invigorate the market, and elevate the city's consumer landscape to new heights under the veil of the night sky.