Night Economy Thrives on the 9th Street | Chongqing’s New Consumption Trends

Chongqing- Chongqing boasts a vibrant nightlife, similar to what you would find in major cities of China like Shanghai and Beijing. There are plenty of bars, dance clubs, KTV venues to enjoy, and street barbecues and other snacks along the streets during the night.

The 9th Street in Chongqing Jiangbei District. (Photo/ the 9th Street)

So, where do young people like to go for a night out here in Chongqing? Of course, 9th Street in Jiangbei District is the most fashionable, trendy, and fantastic street here in Chongqing.

9th Street is located near the Guanyinqiao shopping area, and one will find some of the largest and most popular dance clubs and bars worth visiting.

"You can see so much energy in the youth in Chongqing," said Gilles Bihi-Zenou, Managing Partner of Revolution Cocktail. "Every night here, people go out, and they just like this lifestyle."

Revolucion Cocktail Bangkok is a Latin-inspired cocktail club offering delightful cocktails as well as one-of-a-kind entertainment.

He continued, "you can see this also from how people dress and their music taste, much more here in the hip hop scene and hip hop culture."

People enjoyed the nightlife on 9th Street. (Photo/ the 9th Street)

"In addition to some list songs, we also have some niche songs, which can be a bit more than other bars," said Todd Di, Owner of PLAN B CLUB. He wants to make his bar and brand not only a nightclub but also a pan-entertainment concept combined with fashion and art.

"We usually do some theme parties, including parties co-branded with brands," said Di. "We would develop in the direction of culture and trend."

An overview of Chongqing at a skyrise scenic platform on the WFC. (iChongqing/ Vivian Yan)

(Wang Lu, as an intern, also contributed to this report.)