As July and August bring summer to Shanghai,
the city’s passion for exhibitions is heating up.
This summer, the “Night at the Museum” campaign returns to the Shanghai History Museum
with extended opening hours to keep the magic going all summer long.
Join us every Tuesday through Saturday
to enjoy the illuminated architecture,
alongside an array of exclusive programs.
Boundless Horizons, Infinite Wonders
Night at the Museum Series
Night Opening Hours
July 3 – August 29, 2026
Every Tuesday to Saturday
Temporary Exhibition Galleries, West Building
Open until 20:00
(Last admission at 19:30)
*The East Building’s opening hours remain unchanged.
July
August
Concurrent Featured Events
Available now through August 31
Open to visitors of all ages
Previews👀👇
1️⃣
“Youth Power” Young Docent Tour
Hear the stories of Suzhou Creek told through the voices of young guides.
2️⃣
Suzhou Creek Night Citywalk
Explore on foot the millennia-long history of Shanghai’s waterways.
3️⃣Huizhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience
… …
🌃 Exclusive Merchandise Offers
Enjoy 12% off all cultural merchandise at the museum store during evening opening hours
Three Special Exhibitions at West Building
1
Nowhere But the Hills and Streams
An Exhibition of Huizhou Culture and Art
2
The Heart of Shanghai, Echoes of a Century
Exhibition on the History and Culture of People’s Square
3
Ancestral Heritage: Continuity of Tradition
Exhibition of Kazakh Folk Culture
For exhibition details and reservations,
please follow the official WeChat account of
Shanghai History Museum
for upcoming posts.
Two More Museums Join the Celebration
The summer night exploration expands!
The Shanghai Yuan Dynasty Water Gate Site Museum and the Shanghai Songze Site Museum are also opening for evening sessions during the same period.
Shanghai Yuan Dynasty Water Gate Museum
Shanghai Songze Site Museum
