Over 100 events to light up Shanghai International Light Festival

The first Shanghai International Light Festival will take place from Sept 19 to Oct 18, showcasing the nighttime charm of the metropolis.

Consisting of more than 100 colorful events around the city, the festival will have its grand opening at the Shanghai Exhibition Center from Sept 19 to 27, when a series of eight theme events will take place, including architectural visual projection shows, the showcase of light art installations, an exhibition of lighting industry from all over the world, the launch of an urban map highlighting scenic spots with lighting design, a forum of experts in the lighting industry, the showcase of achievements of the urban lighting industries' development in Shanghai.