Nightlife
Restaurants, cafes, open-air bars and clubs in Urumqi have increased in recent years to meet the needs and entertainment of people from all walks of life.
May the First Night Market is the place to go for local food ranging from gourmet cuisine to popular local snacks. Food stalls on this street are well stocked with everything from kebabs to soup and the market is a favorite gathering spot for families and friends. For local songs and dance performances, the†Entertainment Square of the International Grand Bazaar†is the spot to be. Bars reflect the regional culture and are concentrated in the city center. For a wide array of pubs, internet cafes, bowling clubs, tea and coffee bars, tourists make their way to the booming Jiefang Road South.