This is a weekend filled with cool and must-do activities and events, from the unmissable Mandarin Oriental, Macau’s wedding salon to spa treatments at top venues, cultural exhibitions and dining promotions! There are a lot of deals to enjoy with your friends and family so make sure to check out all there is to do in Macau this weekend!
Nearest & Dearest Wedding Salon at Mandarin Oriental, Macau
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Mandarin Oriental, Macau is hosting a three-day wedding salon in the hotel, highlighting a western-style set-up. Wedding couples who book their special day with them throughout the three-day event will be eligible to receive a 50% discount on the “Majestic Vow” wedding ceremony package or a 10% discount on the “Nearest and Dearest” western wedding package. Doesn’t this sound perfect? Envision one of the best days of your life at this wedding fair and start planning everything with the help of their specialists!
When: Friday–Sunday, September 10–12, 2021
Where: Level 1, Ocean Room, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information and reservations, call +853 8805 8865 or send an email to group-momac-catering&[email protected]
Weekend dessert hopping
Do you always have room for dessert even though you just had a full meal with appetizers and mains? Don’t worry, we’re not judging because we do too! Some people love sugar-filled sweets, while others prefer fresher and lighter flavors. Whether you’re a sweet tooth or just want something to round off your meal, we’ve got you covered on some of the best dessert places in Macau. Here, we shed light on cakes, mousses, cookies, and such. If you’re thinking about ice cream right now, you can always check out our article on Macau’s Best Ice Cream Spots.
Read the full article: Best Dessert Places in Macau
Exhibition “Awakening” at MGM Cotai
The MGM Special Exhibition “Awakening” is one of the core activities of Art Macao. Curated by Calvin Hui, the exhibition draws from the cultural symbol of the lion and interprets it through contemporary art, in response to the longstanding historical and cultural roots and to demonstrate cultural confidence in the post-pandemic era. Chinese contemporary artists, Xue Song and Liu Guofu have created brand new artworks inspired by the imagery of the lion.
The exhibition also features numerous works from the Chairman’s Collection, including important works by such preeminent artists as Cai Guo-Qiang, Wang Huangsheng, Liu Jianhua, Yu Yang, Yuan Jai, and Chloe Ho, as well as the imperial carpet of the Qing Dynasty – Five Lions. These grandiose exhibits all explore the old and new artistic traditions with the audience and broaden their mind and sight of the future.
When: July 16–October 31, 2021
Where: Spectacle, MGM Cotai, Avenida da Nave Desportiva, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For more information, check here
The Diversity of Macau Festival – 3D Paper Art Creation by Benson Lam
Taipa Village Cultural Association is launching a new exhibition this July, called “The Diversity of Macau Festival – 3D Paper Art Creation by Benson Lam”, featuring a collection of paper sculptural works in different forms to showcase the traditions of Macau festivals, the beauty of urban scenes, Macau’s lifestyle and traditional Portuguese charm, with the application of “low poly” interpretations of geometry.
As the only 3D paper creation show in Macau, the collection consists of polygonal digital art mixed with low poly paper form, polygonal paper lightboxes and polygonal paper crafts to give rise to the diversity and functionality of paper art.
When: July 7–October 1, 2021
Where: Taipa Village Art Space, 10 Rua Dos Clérigos, Taipa
How much: Free admission
For more information, check here
Summer Rejuvenation Treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau
Receiving a five-star rating for the fifth consecutive year by the renowned Forbes Travel Guide, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau continues its commitment to craft luxurious personalized spa journeys that integrate local cultures, traditional techniques, and the latest technology, presenting three new treatments to ensure guests achieve the perfect balance of total peace and rejuvenation this summer: the latest ultimate hydrafacialTM, the summer soothe treatment and the luxurious white truffle spa journey.
No visit to The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau is complete without visiting a range of spa facilities, such as the aroma steam, sauna, vitality pool, and more, while complimentary access to which is included in any selected treatment.
When: Till December 31, 2021
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau, 3/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai
How much: Ultimate hydrafacial treatment – From MOP $1,580 per person
Summer soothe treatment – From MOP $1,688 per person
Luxurious white truffle spa journey – MOP $3,888 per person
For more information and reservations, call +853 8886 6608
The Shadow of Katana•Guns•Swords – Martial Arts, Samurai and Western Film Festival
The Shadow of Katana, Guns, Swords – Martial Arts, Samurai, and Western Film Festival will be held from August to September, featuring a collection of 25 classic films in the martial arts, samurai, and western genres, categorized in five sections, namely “The Aesthetics of Violence”, “Literary Flavours in Action Films”, “Western Guns and Eastern Swords”, “Heroines” and “Special Screenings”. Martial arts, samurai, and Western are signature film genres in Chinese-speaking regions, Japan, and America, respectively. Cowboys, horses, and six-shooters in Western films, sharp swords in samurai films, and swordsmen in martial arts films are all vivid images in global films. They are characteristic and influential to one another. There are also been hybrid film works in recent years.
The festival selects 25 outstanding martial arts, samurai, and Western films for audiences in Macao. These works include grand classics, metaphorical breakthroughs, and fascinating post-modern hybrids that exhibit similarities and differences across three genres.
When: July 31–September 28, 2021
Where: Cinematheque Passion, 13 Travessa da Paixão, Macau
How much: MOP $60 per person
For more information and ticketing, check the organizer’s official website
Ultimate Summer Retreat at Grand Hyatt Macau
Kick-off the summer holiday with an exciting vacation with your friends and family. Grand Hyatt Macau is thrilled to launch the “Ultimate Summer Retreat”, offering selections of delectable dishes, a fun-filled outdoor swimming pool, and more privileges for you to enjoy your splendid stay!
Unwind in the spacious and comfortable guestrooms in Grand Hyatt Macau. Enjoy “Ultimate Summer Retreat” with a plethora of privileges such as complimentary breakfast for two*, a MOP $600 hotel credit per night***, 20% off^ for dining and Isala Spa, late check-out at 2:00pm, and a welcome gift for children. Also, select one out of these offers: a Kids’ City two-hour admission ticket** or complimentary in-room mini-bar for non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
When: From now till September 29, 2021
Where: Grand Hyatt Macau, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: From MOP $1,599
Enter the special offer code FAMSUM to enjoy this promotion
For more information and bookings, click here
*Terms and conditions apply.
*Package rate is subject to 10% service charge.
*Late check-out at 2:00 PM is subject to availability.
*Package includes breakfast for 2 adults and breakfast is free for a maximum of two children under 12 years old per room.
*Welcome gift for children upon request.
*Advanced reservation is required for mezza9 Macau, Beijing Kitchen, Lobby Lounge, Grand Club and Isala Spa, and seats are subject to availability.
**Advanced reservation is required for Kids’ City. Reservation is subject to availability and blackout dates applied.
**Select 1 of 2 options: 2 adults and a child for Kids’ City 2-hour admission ticket and Art & Craft Workshop, or 2 adults and 2 children for Kids’ City 2-hour admission ticket.
***Hotel credits can be consumed in mezza9 Macau, Beijing Kitchen, Lobby Lounge, Grand Club, Room service and Isala Spa during the stay.
^This offer is applicable for 20% off dining in Beijing Kitchen, Lobby Lounge and Room service during the stay.
^20% discount for dining and spa cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions.
Art Power Jamming: Rejuvenation “Live for Death – Works by Tracy Wong”
Ark-Association of Macau Art (the “AAMA”) exclusively presents Art Power Jamming – Rejuvenation “Live for Death – Works by Tracy Wong”. The exhibition is sponsored by Macao Foundation, organized by Ark-Association of Macau Art and Cclovethink, supported by Café Voyage and Graceart Design Studio.
“What is the meaning of existence that we have been searching for throughout our lives? How did it appear? If life has a time limit, will the meaning of survival be different? In the busy working life, people seem to forget the meaning of their existence, leading the same lifestyle at the same time at the same stage. We all hope that we can bring good things to the world during our survival, and we need the experience to grow up during the evolution from infant to old age”, the curator said.
When: August 7–September 12, 2021
Where: Café Voyage, 31 Rua Do Padre Antonio Roliz, Edf. Pou Mei On, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 6686 4091 or send an email to [email protected]
Stories of the Sea – The Eighth Chapter at The Manor
The latest evolution of The Manor’s Stories of the Sea – the Eighth Chapter – offering a wealth of seafood extravagance and showcasing the finest ingredients of seas of the world is finally here! The six-course menu, crafted by Executive Sous Chef Michele Dell’Aquila was designed to highlight the freshness of the seafood and tantalize the tastebuds with exceptional flavor and texture.
Signature dishes of Stories of the Sea – the Eighth Chapter, include fresh Belon Oyster served with yuzu sorbet and tapioca passion fruit, and aged raspberry vinegar foam. The acidity of the citrus and berries balance the saltiness and strong flavors of the oyster, providing a sense of freshness on the palate. The eighth iteration of the Stories of the Sea menu includes seared sturgeon capped with Baerii caviar and a selection of rich side dishes featuring French Ratte potatoes, then followed by smoked Atlantic mackerel with green beans, soaked in tuna fish broth and garnished with mackerel tartare and Oscietra caviar. To maintain the tender texture of the fish, Chef Michele uses a variety of cooking techniques to maximize flavors, including searing, smoking, and the gentle sous-vide method that slowly cooks the fish in a vacuum over a longer time to preserve the delicate nature of the fish.
When: May 13–September 30, 2021
Where: The Manor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $888 per person, MOP $1,288 (with wine pairing)
For more information and bookings, check their website, call +853 2882 8898 or send an email to [email protected]
Greater Bay Area Sky” Aerial Photography Exhibition & Seminar
The Rui Cunha Foundation is hosting Greater Bay Area Sky aerial photography exhibition, an initiative co-organized by the Macau Aerial Photography Association, which brings together the works of 17 amateur members at the FRC Gallery. The exhibition displays 36 photographs taken by drones over the skies of Macau and other cities in the Greater Bay Area, using current technologies. The challenge is to promote the development of the art and technology of aerial photography and to create a communication exchange platform to drive a growing interest in this new artistic and cultural activity.
“Macau is a platform for cultural exchange between China and the West. It is also a member of the Greater Bay Region, where many aerial photography enthusiasts often live and travel. We hope that, through this exhibition, more citizens and tourists can understand and experience the characteristics and beauties of each of these cities», reveals the Association.
The exhibition will be on display until the 14th of September, 2021.
When: September 6–12, 2021
Where: Rui Cunha Foundation Gallery, GF 749 Avenida da Praia Grande, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the organizer’s official page
Win a Grand Staycation at Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau
Did you know that every room in Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau features an exquisite blue-and-white art piece paying homage to Macau’s Portuguese heritage? A staycation here sounds like a dream, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Wake up in the peace and tranquility of the resort and fully enjoy one of the best hospitality in town. Plus, the dining options are to die for with Portuguese, Chinese, Macanese, and Thai cuisine to choose from!
We’ve partnered with Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau to give two lucky winners the chance to win a one-night staycation plus MOP $1,000 dining vouchers each! This giveaway ends on September 30, 2021, and the winners will be notified directly via email. The redemption period for this staycation is October 1–November 30, 2021. Good luck!
Enter this giveaway!
Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau 956-1110 Avenida da Amizade, Macau, +853 2856 7888, artyzen.grandlapa.com