Holiday spending tops 820m yuan in WND

MixC Wuxi attracts consumers during the National Day holiday. [Photo/WeChat account: xinwu_wx]

Wuxi New District reported strong consumer activity during the National Day holiday, with 1.06 million consumers, up 9.2 percent year-on-year, and consumer spending totaling over 820 million yuan (122.61 million), up 9.7 percent year-on-year.

During the holiday, a lifestyle festival stretched along the eastern and western sections of MixC Wuxi and the waterfront near Wuxi Grand Theatre. The event was complemented by coconut-themed landscaping, new retail stores, waterfront dining and festive installations, drawing large crowds.

MLAND, Wanda Plaza and Meihuali Wuyue Shuijie Street capitalized on the holiday shopping season with a range of promotional activities, creating a festive atmosphere and boosting consumer activity across the district.

Bailian Outlets introduced a blend of sports, music and shopping by hosting a basketball carnival and themed concerts. Wuzhou International marked its 14th anniversary by offering group-buying coupons, while Jinglong Plaza celebrated its second anniversary with a series of events, including cake sharing and robot parades.

Station Park also expanded its nighttime offerings with events such as jazz nights and live music performances, drawing visitors into the evening.