Cinema Under Summer Skies: 5 Outdoor Movie Screening Venues in Shanghai
The cries of cicadas remind us that we have approached the peak of summer. And what better way to romanticize a midsummer's night than with an open-air movie extravaganza with your loved ones? Here are five locations in Shanghai that offer outdoor movie screenings – perfect for a date night or a family gathering, where you can enjoy some greenery and quality time together.
1. Gate M West Bund Dream Center
The Gate M West Bund Center has specially prepared two spots along the Huangpu River: the Waterfront Theater and the Sunset Theater. Screening over 30 films, both local and from abroad, the outdoor movie screen at the Gate M West Bund Dream Center is a wonderful, scenic venue to enjoy musical romances like "La La Land" under the natural canvas of a seaside romance.
Date: Through July 20
Venue: Gate M West Bund Dream Center Gate M 西岸梦中心
Waterfront Theatre (East of Theatre Square); Sunset Theatre (Skateboard Park)
Address: 2266 Longteng Avenue, Xuhui District 徐汇区龙腾大道 2266 号
Admission: Free
The Waterfront Theatre requires an online appointment booked through the WeChat mini program; no appointments are required for the Sunset Theater
2. Gate M West Bank Fengchao
Gate M West Bank Fengchao has similarly prepared two outdoor locations: Forest Cinema and Starlight Cinema. With the pruned fields as a comfy, earthly bed and the starry night forming a picturesque dome, many films here will feature touching stories regarding parent-child relationships like "Her Story" and "Coco," making it a perfect place for a relaxing bonding session for families in the comfort of the calming shimmers of grass and the summer breeze.
Date: Through July 20
Venue: Forest Cinema and Starlight Cinema at Gate M West Bank Fengchao 西岸凤巢
Address: 683 Yunjin Road, Xuhui District 徐汇区云锦路 683 号
Admission: Free
3. PRISMA
With the theme of "Wonder Planet", PRISMA has created a place of imagination and creativity for audiences. With Chinese films like "Nobody" and Hollywood classics like "Jurassic Park," soar free in your imagination at PRISMA outdoor movie appreciations.
Date: July 31-August 9
Venue: PRISMA 新嘉中心
Address: 1188 Zhangyang Road N., Pudong New Area 浦东新区张杨北路 1188 号
Admission: Free
4. Fortune Bund
This summer marks the return of the Fortune Bund Film Festival! The second edition of the festival invites residents and tourists alike to watch free open-air movies together.
Date: July 18-19
Venue: Fortune Bund 富都滨江
Address: 2967 Bingjiang Avenue, Pudong New Area 浦东新区 滨江大道 2967 号
Admission: Free
5. NEW BUND 31
The NEW BUND 31 Star Theater will be screening blockbuster movies in front of the Bund. A variety of old classical movies, family-friendly animation flicks, as well as other well-received films are on the list. After the show, you can take a stroll and take in the night scene along the Bund.
Date: Through October 7
Venue: NEW BUND 31 前滩31
Address: Intersection of Dongyu Road and Haiyang Road W., Pudong New Area 浦东新区东育路与海阳西路交叉口
Admission: Free, online appointment is required, booked through the WeChat mini program
A reminder: Due to the recent erratic weather, outdoor movie screenings are subject to change, in the event of unsuitable weather conditions. Organizers have also advised audiences to bring along mosquito repellents.
