Evening economy
In planning, the evening economy describes economic activity taking place in the evening after many people finish daytime employment or formal education, such as eating and drinking, entertainment, and nightlife.Activities
The evening economy includes, but is not limited to:
The benefits of a significant evening economy can include:
- Recreation for people, which is often welcome after finishing work for the day
- Increased employment due to local spending
- Reduced social exclusion and increased vitality in towns
The drawbacks can include:
Evening economic activity has been used to drive urban regeneration in cities such as Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne and Dublin.
