A warmer weather approaches the city but Macau continues to flourish with wonderful events and celebrations to experience and enjoy. While the summer season signifies a slower pace of activities, there are lots of ways to do explore Macau’s magical neighborhood. Learn new things, unwind from work and savor new delicacies with a myriad of activities.
MACAO LOTUS FLOWER FESTIVAL
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An annual tradition, the Macao Lotus Flower Festival always attracts visitors to admire the beautiful perennial aquatic plant found far and wide throughout China. Themed ‘Splendour of Lotus Flowers’ this year, the main exhibition located at the Taipa Houses employs a landscape dotted with architectural elements typical of South Asia, incorporating pointed arches and repeated geometric patterns to highlight the beauty of the lotus.
When: June 11 – 18, 2017
Where: Taipa Houses-Museum and in the Suzhou-inspired Lou Lim Ieoc Garden among other places
How much: Free admission
For more details, contact: +853 2833 7676 or visit www.iacm.gov.mo and nature.iacm.gov.mo
FEAST OF NA TCHA
The Feast of Na Tcha is deeply embedded in the history and culture of Macau. It is included on Macau’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. This year, the Feast of Na Tcha is celebrated with a 3-day activity at the Na Tcha Temple located near the Ruins of St. Paul’s, with worship ceremonies, rituals, Cantonese opera and a parade.
When: June 10 – 12, 2017
Where: Na Tcha Temple, Ruins of St. Paul and Senado Square
How much: Free admission
For more details, contact Associação do Templo de Na Tcha; +853 2836 6178 or +853 6686 1798, www.whatson.macaotourism.gov.mo
DEBRIS WORKS BY ALEXANDRE FARTO AKA VHILS
The Cultural Affairs Bureau presents the exhibition “Debris Works by Alexandre Farto aka Vhils”, featuring more than 20 works including four new public murals, inspired by Macau. The show will take place at the Navy Yard No.1 Contemporary Art Center. The exhibition is organized by Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government and co-organized by Hong Kong Contemporary Art Foundation (HOCA), supported by Fundação Oriente, Consulado Geral de Portugal em Macau e Hong Kong. The exhibition is open daily from 10:00am to 7:00pm except on Mondays.
When: June 1 – November 5, 2017
Where: Navy Yard No.1 Contemporary Art Center, Rua de S. Tiago da Barra, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more details, visit www.icm.gov.mo
PIONEERING WOMEN DIRECTORS: BREAK AND MAKE
Women always have unique, delicate and deep sense in filmmaking, conveying their feelings toward the worldly matters while men lack these touches.
A total of eight outstanding women directors from Europe, the USA, Australia, Japan and Hong Kong are selected by Cinematheque Passion and their 11 great films will be screening on June 10 to 25. We hope the audience can broaden their minds by viewing these alternative artworks. Agnès Varda, “the Ancestor of the New Film Wave” in France, will lead the way in this film festival as her films are creative, passionate, intelligent and rich in content.
When: June 10 – June 25, 2017
Where: Cinematheque-Passion, 13 Travessa da Paixao, Macau
How much: MOP $60
G-DRAGON 2017 WORLD TOUR
G-DRAGON 2017 world tour will kick-off in Seoul starting June 2017 and will extend to 18 cities in Asia, North America, and Oceania and still more to be revealed. Catch his performance in Macau on June 17. He is recognized as one of the most influential leaders in music and fashion in his country and was named by Forbes Asia the Most Influential Person Under 30 in Eastern Entertainment and Sports.
When: June 17 -18, 2017
Where: Cotai Arena The Venetian Macau
For more information, visit www.livenation.asia or www.venetianmacao.com
MARCEL KHALIFE WORLD MUSIC CONCERT
Intense melodic Middle-Eastern winds will bring us the best of new Arabic sounds. Marcel Khalife will be stepping on stage for a great evening of musical exoticism and thrilling skill. Dubbed as one of the most prolific contemporary Arabic musicians, the Lebanese singer and oud master has been acclaimed worldwide for his avant-garde compositions and wistful optimism. Born and raised in a region shaken by a long war, Khalife never stopped dreaming about peaceful reconciliation in a multi-religious society. His contributions to the promotion of arts and culture have earned him recognition through numerous prizes such as the Palestine Award for music, in 1999, UNESCO’s Artist for Peace, awarded in 2005 and the Académie Charles Cros Award in 2007.
When: 8:00pm, June 17, 2017
Where: Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Center
How much: Prices range from MOP $250, $200, $150, $100
Reservations and inquires: +853 2870 0699
TAIPA FLEA MARKET
Explore the beauty of the Taipa Village around Rua do Cunha Street with open-air stalls overflowing with souvenirs and bargains galore. Watch out for some incredible performances featuring magic shows, stilt walking, puppet show and face painting from 3:00pm to 5:30pm. Don’t miss the singing acts, orchestra performance, and presentation of folk music. The flea market is open from 11:00am to 8:00pm and features fantastic finds and good deals with a local touch to novelty items and souvenirs.
When: June 4, 11 and 18, 2017
Where: Taipa Village, Bombeiros Square, Taipa
How much: Free admission
For more details, contact +853 2833 7676 or visit www.whatson.macaotourism.gov.mo and www.taipavillagemacau.com
BOK FESTIVAL
BOK Festival explores the prospection and potential of the theatre with ideas of connect, strive and fight. Celebrating five years since it’s launch, it has transcended into an anticipating event in the local community. This year, it focuses on the audience dynamics. With the understanding of the need for more dynamic audiences in theatre, more nonverbal and nonliteral interaction, it sought to address such dilemma.
Take a peek at the BOK Festival Program here.
When: June 28 – July 9, 2017
Where: Art Garden and Old Court Building
How much: For ticketing options, visit eTicks
For more details, contact www.bokfestival.com
FULL MOON PARTY AT CLUB CUBIC
This June, prepare yourself for the return of Macau’s wildest party! Get wet and wild, enjoy the moment and company of friends. Dance the night away as we party in the paradise that is Club Cubic’s 2nd Full Moon Party!
Dress in your favorite beachwear for complimentary entry before 1:00am on June 24. Don’t miss out on one of the wildest nights out in Macau this summer!
When: 10:00pm, Saturday, June 24
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: At the door: MOP $250
For tickets and table enquiries: [email protected], +853 6638 4999, www.cubic-cod
SUMMER LOVE POOL PARTY AT PACHA MACAU
With an overwhelming response to last year’s event, Summer Love Pool Party at Pacha is back at Studio City with an amazing line-up, guaranteed to be the summer pilgrimage for music lovers across the region!
When: Saturday, June 10, 2017
Where: Level 3, Outdoor Pool, Studio City, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: Early bird tickets $450, standard tickets $550
Reservations and Inquires: +853 8868 6767
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ONGOING ART EXHIBITIONS
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OUR BELLE ÉPOQUE MACAO – THE WORKS OF LEO FAN
BREAK THE WORD BOUNDARIES – “TENTATIVE NOTEBOOK – WORKS BY RUI RASQUINHO”
RECORD OF LIFE: 30 – PRINTMAKING WORKS BY TUZI
LOVE OF MACAO – PHOTOGRAPHS BY LEE KUNG KIM
