Entertainment in Macau
By Cahaya Asia -
| The House of Dancing Water | ||
Created and directed by Franco Dragone, the HK$2 billion performance 'The House of Dancing Water' is a breathtaking water-based show that draws its creative inspiration from the roots of Chinese culture, particularly the 'seven emotions' derived from classical Confucian beliefs, and is destined to be the most extravagant live production ever staged in Asia. For detail: http://www.thehouseofdancingwater.com | ||
| Yueju Opera (Cantonese Opera) - Intangible Cultural Heritage List | ||
Yueju Opera, is a form of opera performance using a Chinese dialect, Cantonese, to perform. It is prevalent in Cantonese speaking regions including the entirety of Guangdong Province, Guangxi,, Hong Kong S.A.R. and Macao S.A.R.. Yueju Opera can be dated back to over 300 years ago, and it is the most influential opera performance in Southern China. Besides, apart from Peking Opera, Yueju Opera was the only opera performance using dialects. Parts of the elements of Yueju Opera were incorporated from other forms of opera performances which were spread to Southern China before 18th century. Base on the basic musical elements, like wooden clappers, Yueju Opera incorporated Cantonese local musical elements, and formed the combined music performances, with string instruments, Erxian, Yuexian, Sanxian, Bamboo Violin, Bamboo flute, etc. (called Five Piece Combo), and percussion instruments, Gong and Drums. In September 2009, Yueju Opera was listed in the category of 'Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity' by the UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific Cultural Organization). Until now, Yueju Opera is circulated among Cantonese community, overseas and local. It is treated as platform for social communication, to strengthen the relationship among people among the Chinese community. Besides, it is recognized as a symbol for Cultural Exchange, in which is an important tradition for foreigners to learn and understand more about Chinese Culture. - Yueju Opera (Cantonese Opera) Performance 2012 | ||
| Dragon's Treasure | ||
Immerse yourself in The Bubble, an iconic multi-media attraction at City of Dreams. With explosive visuals and sounds, as well as exciting sensory effects, the Dragon's Treasure tells the story of the Dragon Pearl and its mysterious powers as experienced by each of the four Dragon Kings, who lead you on an amazing sensory adventure across their magical kingdoms. Show Hours: Last for 15 minutes, daily at 30 minutes intervals from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., an hour intervals from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | ||
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| Tree of Prosperity | ||
The iconic golden Tree of Prosperity with over 2,000 branches and 98,000 leaves composed of 24-karat gold leaf and brass leaf is a symbol of auspiciousness. Designed to thrill and excite guests as they enter Wynn Macau, the Tree of Prosperity performance is a choreographic masterpiece of shimmering, sculptural patterns, music, video and light. This centerpiece, which fills the atrium, depicting Chinese and western astrological symbols, rises from below at the finale of the performance and transforms into the vibrant colors of the four seasons. Show Hours: Lasts for 7 minutes, daily at 30 minutes intervals from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. | ||
| Dragon Of Fortune | ||
Symbolizing vitality, good fortune and well -being, the Dragon of Fortune combines traditional sculptural art, modern lighting and audio effects in a dramatic display at the Rotunda atrium of Wynn Macau. The Dragon emerges in a rolling fog and rises to a height of 28 feet, featuring an animated head complete with glowing eyes and smoke billowing from its nostrils. The beautiful Lotus Blossom opens twelve feet in diameter and produces a dramatic crystal light effect. Show Hours: Last for 4 minutes, daily at 30 minutes intervals from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. | ||
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| Performance Lake | ||
* The Performance Lake will be closed for enhancement from June 15 to September 30 The Performance Lake located at the open area just in front of Wynn Macau. In the Performance Lake, lofty plumes of water and fire shimmer and dance through the air to classical and popular music, as well as Broadway show tunes. To present this delightful illumination of water, light, color and fire, the Lake houses over 200 water nozzles and shooters and holds 800,000 gallons of water. This vibrant performance expressing a complexity of moods, rhythms and emotions provides a joyous and fascinating entertainment. Show Hours: Daily at 15 minutes intervals from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. | ||
| Lights & Sounds Shows | ||
The "Lights & Sounds" tribute daily after sunset at MGM Grand Macau - Central Plaza, where images of special themes, incredible visuals and music to match. (Nightly from 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.) | ||
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| Cinemas and Theatres | ||
The Macau Tower has some ultra modern cinemas playing the latest international movies. In Cineteatro you can also find international as well as Chinese films in a complex of theatres. The Small Auditorium of the Cultural Centre is used to show special art and classic movies during Film Festivals, between September and December. These include the Portuguese Movies Fortnight and the European movies Festival, both of which have become popular events on Macau's cultural calendar. | ||
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| MJ Gallery | ||
The white rhinestone glove worn by Michael Jackson for his moonwalk debut is locked in the memories of fans all over the world and acts as a magnet for the MJ Gallery in Ponte 16. Worn on the left hand of the pop legend as he performed one of recent history's greatest songs - 'Billie Jean' - the white glove is among the King of Pop's 40-plus treasures exhibited together for the very first time. Opening Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. | ||
| Qube | ||
Situated inside the Venetian Hotel, this 9,000 sq.ft. children's playground features a 6-meter-high multi-climbing facility with a free fall slide, rainbow slides, a V-Net bridge, over and under barriers, zig-zag net climbers and more. Teenagers can get on the computers to access the internet, play video games or shoot some pool. And for those celebrating a birthday, the holidays or any other special occasion, kids of all ages can throw their own parties in one of the two themed party rooms at Qube. Opening Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. | ||
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| Kid's City | ||
Kid's City at City of Dreams - occupying over 10,000 sq. ft., the dynamic and interactive Kids' City is well-equipped with climbers & slides, video games, a bouncy tent, a painter's glass easel and lots more. It comprises four playzones - Explore, Excite, Create and Dream, are specially designed to stimulate children's imagination through interactive learning and social interaction. For details: http://www.cityofdreamsmacau.com Opening Hours: 10:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. | ||
| Mast Climb & Sky Jump | ||
Conquer Macau's highest summit at the Macau Tower, at 338 metres, and stand at the top of the tower by climbing 100 metres up the mast's vertical ladders. The SkyJump, a new attraction at the Macau Tower that takes guests on a 20 second flight over the breathtaking cityscape of Macau, will be the highest adventure of its kind around the world. Taking off from the outer rim of Macau Tower 233 meters above ground, it is an astounding 41 metres higher than the only other Sky Jump in the world at the Sky Tower Auckland. For more information, please visit website of the Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre. | ||
| Macau Harbour Cruise | ||
The Harbour Cruise pushes off from the historical Inner Harbour and continues past famous local attractions such as A-Ma Temple, Macau Tower, Sai Van Bridge, Maritime Museum, and Kum Lam Ecumenical Centre, presenting passengers with a perfect perspective on the city's rich heritage in the adventurous, intimate environment that only a cruise can bring. Time: 1:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm (Duration: 1.5 hours) Start point: Ponte No. 12 (Port-Interior), Rua do Visconde Paco de Arcos Admission: MOP398, 298, 120 Enquiries: (853) 28930012 Organizer: Macau Cruise Development Co., Ltd. http://www.cruisemacau.com | ||
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| Cable Car | ||
The Guia Hill dominates the Macau peninsula and its top offers the best landscape views in town, namely the Pearl River and the surrounding islands. If you go in through the Flora Garden Gate (Avenida Sidónio Pais), you will find a Cable car, which will help to go up, besides offering you a panoramic view over the hill. Cable car ticket prices: Adults - Mop$3.00 for one way, under 12 and over 65 years old - Mop$2.00 for one way. Opening hours: 8:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Open everyday except Mondays (if Monday happens to be public holidays, the cable car will be closed on the next day). Open on public holidays. | ||
| Tour Machine | ||
If you want to celebrate a special occasion in style and comfort, you can take a trip in a 9-seat, chauffeur-driven replica 1920s English bus. They operate city tours (2 hours) at MOP$120 per person and MOP$60 per child, at 11:00 and 15:00, under a fixed itinerary. Special tour will be charged at MOP$280 per person. For reservations, please call: (853) 2833 6789 or fax: (853) 2831 4112, or e-mail: avismcu@macau.ctm.net. | ||
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| Pedicabs | ||
The pedicab, or tricycle rickshaw, is a liesurely and romantic form of transport around the waterfronts of Macau (it is not designed for hill climbing), and offers visitors a chance to see and photograph the sights, while chatting with the drivers. The main locations for hiring a pedicab are outside the Macau Ferry Terminal and opposite the main door of the Lisboa Hotel. They usually charge MOP$150.00 per hour. You should agree on the price before starting your trip. | ||
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| Cycling | ||
Macau city has too many hills and vehicles for a pleasure cycling, but Taipa and Coloane Islands can be fine for bicycles, which can be rented on Taipa near the Tin Hau Temple. | ||
| Bowling / Skating | ||
Macau East Asian Games Dome Address: Ave. de COTAI Bowling alleyOpening hours: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily Admission: based on different time periods Telephone enquiries: (853) 2886 5017 Website: www.sport.gov.mo "Future Bright" Entertainment CentreThere are bowling & skating facilities in the "Future Bright" Entertainment Centre on Rua de Coelho do Amaral, next to the Protestant Cemetry. Opening hours: Bowling: 10:00 a.m. - 01:00 a.m. daily; Skating: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. daily Address: Rua de Coelho do Amaral Telephone: (853) 2895 3399 Fax: (853) 2895 0225 | ||
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| Karting | ||
* The Karting Track will be closed for renovation from 3rd of January, 2012 until further notice. At the end of the causeway linking Taipa with Coloane is a karting track and grandstand, which is visited by locals and visitors at weekdays and weekends, either to practice or to watch the races. For enquiries, call (853) 2888 1862. | ||
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| Trekking | ||
On Guia Hill and the hills of Taipa and Coloane there are trails equipped for trekking, jogging and exercises. These are safe routes, which offer panoramic views over the city, the islands and the Pearl River, providing wonderful opportunities for nature and photography lovers. From time to time in these trails there are belvederes where you may enjoy a rest. More information: http://www.cityguide.gov.mo | ||
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| Windsurfing / Canoeing / Nautical Sports | ||
In Coloane Island there are two warm water beaches. At Cheoc Van Beach there are several restaurants with esplanades, a swimming pool, a Portuguese Inn and a Nautical Club with equipment for canoeing and windsurfing. Hác-Sá beach is longer and is popular for windsurfing and jet-skiing. Near the beach there is a park that contains tennis courts, a swimming pool, picnic area, children's playground and several Portuguese and Chinese restaurants. Nautical Entertainment Centre located at Hác-Sá reservoir park where different boats and water scooters are available for rent. It also provides a barbecue area, children's playground, nature trails, jogging track, coffee shop and snack bar. | ||
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| Golf | ||
The Macau Golf & Country Club, located on the south side of Coloane island and near the Western Resort Complex, is one of the most beautiful golf courses in Asia, and is open to locals and foreigners. With a unique view over the Pearl River and Hác Sá Beach, the course has all the usual international amenities, such as a Pro Shop, spa, restaurant and bar. For enquiries, contact the club through tel. (853) 2887 1188. Also situated at the end of the causeway linking Taipa with Coloane is the Orient Golf Macau Club. For enquiries, contact the club on tel. (853) 2888 0123. | ||
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| Swimming | ||
There are a number of pools in Macau which are ideal for safe and enjoyable swimming: the Estoril Swimming Pool located in Estrada da Vitória; the Sun Yat Sen Swimming Pool inside the Sun Yat Sen Park; Hác Sá Swimming Pool and Cheoc Van Swimming Pool on Coloane Island. Enquiries on opening hours and admission fees: tel:(853) 2833 7676 or visit the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau website. The swimming pools in the Tamagnini Barbosa Sports Centre (Centro Desportivo Tamagnini Barbosa) and the Bosco College Sports Complex (Complexo Desportivo do Colégio D. Bosco) in Macau; the Carmo Swimming Pool and the one at the Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre on Taipa are also open to public. Enquiries on opening hours and admission fees please call (853) 2823 6363 or visit the Macau Sport Development Board website. Besides, the Cheoc Van beach and the Hác Sá beach on the Coloane are also popular with swimmers and sunbathers. | ||
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| Sports | ||
The various sporting complexes and infrastructures in Macau boast state-of-the-art equipments that house our first-class sporting events. Less of a public landmark, but no less impressive are the Tap Seac Multi-sport Pavilion, the IPM Multi-sport Pavilion, the Macau Sport Complex and the Nam Van Lake Nautical Centre located in Macau; the Macau Stadium, the Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre located in Taipa Island; the Macau East Asian Games Dome and the Macau International Shooting Range located in COTAI, etc. All of our facilities have been purpose built, which means that they have unique sport-specific features. Among them are the track and field arena, the Macau Hockey Centre, the soccer field, the tennis court, etc, which allow athletes to perfect new routines safely. These multi-purpose facilities are suitable for international sports events, competitions and concerts. For further detail, please visit the following website:www.sport.gov.mo. IPM Multisport Pavilion The state-of-the art IPM Multisport Pavilion covers a total area of over 6,212 m2. This modern Pavilion is ideal for different indoor sports, from a variety of x-sports to assorted ball games, and will be connected to the adjacent Macau Forum via a flyover and a short underground passage. Address: Rua do Instituto Politécnico, Macau Capacity: Total 3,742 seats. Parking: 106 vehicles Suited Sports: Basketball, Karate-do, Taekwando, Wushu, Handball, Badminton, Futsal, Table Tennis and Volleyball. Nam Van Lake Nautical Centre Address: Nam Van Lake Capacity: 882 fixed seats and space for 2,500 temporary seats Suited Sports: Dragon Boat, Rowing, Canoeing. Tap Seac Multisport Pavilion A modern indoor multisport complex that will cover a total area of more than 5,530 m2, and is suitable for a variety of indoor sports, from aerobics, gymnastics to different ball games. Address: Rua de Ferreira do Amaral, Macau Capacity: Total 3,291 seats Parking: 90 vehicles Suited Sports: Basketball, Futsal, Gymnastics, Karate-do, Taekwando, Weightlifting, Badminton, Handball, Table Tennis and Volleyball Macau Forum A popular functional indoor venue that contains a Media working area, broadcasting rooms, VIP area and direct links to the Press and Information Centre. Address: Avenida do Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues, Macau Parking: 76 vehicles. Forum I Capacity: Total 4,046 seats Suited Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Wushu, Taekwando, Karate-do, Badminton, Table Tennis, Futsal, DanceSport, Roller Hockey Forum II Capacity: 345 fixed seats Suited Sports: Suitable for certain indoor sports. Functions as a warm-up hall for Forum I. Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre The Macau Olympic Aquatic Centre covers a total area of 10,172.7 m2. It has been built with a diving pool of 25 metres by 25 metres that has an adjustable base reaching a maximum depth of 5 metres, and a 10-lane standard swimming pool, 50 metres in length. Address: Rua do Desporto, Taipa, Macau. Capacity: 1,500 fixed seats Swimming Pool - Suited Sports: Aquatic sports, including swimming, synchronized swimming, water polo to fin swimming. Diving Pool - Suited Sports: Diving. Also can function as a warm-up pool when competitions are held in the main pool. Macau Stadium The Macau Stadium covers an area of 35,585 m2, suitable for a number of sports and cultural events, from track and field to football, and concerts to Opening Ceremony. Address: Av. Olimpica, Taipa, Macau Parking: 250 vehicles Capacity: Total 15,490 seats Suited Sports: Football, Track and Field Athletics Macau Stadium Pavilion Address: Av. Olimpica, Taipa, Macau Parking: 250 vehicles Capacity: Total 908 seats Suited sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Wushu, Taekwando, Karate-do, Badminton, Table Tennis, Futsal, Gymnastics, Acrobatic Cycling. Macau Hockey Centre Adjacent to the Macau Stadium, the Macau Hockey Centre is known to meet the highest requirement of the International Hockey Federation (FIH). Covering a total area of 11,600 m2, the Macau Hockey Centre offers a high quality artificial grass field with an extensive run-off area. Address: Av. Olimpica, Taipa, Macau Capacity: 1,000 fixed seats Parking: 250 vehicles Suited Sport: Hockey Football Field (Macau University of Science and Technology) Address: Located at the campus of Macao University of Science and Technology Capacity: 1,700 fixed seats Suited Sports: Football, Track and Field Macau East Asian Games Dome Situated in COTAI, the Macau East Asian Games Dome will be Macau's largest and most modern sport facility, a three-storey multi-purpose sport complex covering a total area of 139,960 m2 and has been designed with two separate functional indoor pavilions ideal for different indoor sports and activities, as well as a large exhibition hall that can accommodate up to 2,000 people. Address: Zone of COTAI Arena Capacity: Total 7,087 seats Suited Sports: Gymnastics, Volleyball, Basketball, Wushu, Taekwondo, Handball, Karate-do, Badminton, Table Tennis, Futsal, all ball sports, Martial Sports, DanceSport, Indoor Track and Field, Extreme Sports Theatre Capacity: 1,992 fixed seats Suited Sports: With a central stage and its U-shape spectators setting, this is ideal for different exhibition sports, e.g Dance Sport Exhibition Centre Area: 2,700m2 Functions: Ideal for large banquets, exhibitions and meetings, could also be the venue for various indoor sports, including Weightlifting. Macau International Convention Centre Area: 3,000m2 Capacity: 2,000 people Macau International Shooting Range Adjacent to the Macau East Asian Games Dome, the Macau International Shooting Range will cover a total area of 73,600 m2 and is to be built for 10 metres, 25 metres and 50 metres shooting. Address: Zone of COTAI 10M Shooting Range Capacity: Total 436 seats. Suited Sports: Air Pistol (men/women), Air Rifle (men/women), Running Target(men/women) 25M Shooting Range Capacity: Total 328 seats Suited Sports: Rapid-Fire Pistol (men), Standard Pistol (women) 50M Shooting Range Capacity: Total 506 seats. Suited Sports: Rifle 3 Positions (men/women), Rifle Prone (men/women), Air Rifle (men) Finals Shooting Range Capacity: Total 524 seats. Suited Sports: Pistol (men/women), Air Rifle (men/women) Tennis Academy & Bowling Centre Address: Zone of COTAI Tennis Academy facilities: 1 centre court with 880 spectator seats, 8 outdoor tennis courts and an administrative building Bowling Facilities: 24 bowling lanes, with 300 seats installed during the competition, a restaurant, 3 squash courts Suited Sports: Tennis, Soft Tennis, Bowling | ||
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| Nightlife | ||
Bars and Discos Macau's Nightlife is famous for its variety, its frantic pace and constant change. For night owls this is a city that never sleeps, with plenty of bars, shops and restaurants, as well as casinos, open all night long. Visitors will have no problem if they wish to get a delicious meal or go dancing in the middle of the night. If you are looking for bars and pubs, you will find a great number of them along the Avenida Sun Yat Sen close to the Kum Iam Statue and the Cultural Centre. With its picturesque location, facing the Outer Harbour and Pearl River, you can enjoy the music and the wine while watching the boats gliding by. The music is completely cosmopolitan, with bars throbbing to the rhythms of Brazil, Portugal, England, Africa and every part of Asia. Likewise the songs will come in languages from around the world. In some bars there are live bands performing clients' request, for instance in the bars and pubs in hotels like the Landmark, Holiday Inn, Emperor and Westin. There are also some popular pubs on Taipa Island, opposite the Macau Jockey Club, with a casual ambiance which will make visitors feel at home. On Coloane, you can drink under the stars on the terrace of the Pousada de Coloane or sip a glass of Port in the Westin Resort. For the most popular trendy discos in town head for NAPE and Avenida do Infante D. Henrique. Here the music is modern with some local touches: international pop sung in Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai or Japanese. Cabaret-style entertainment is also on offer, with performance of the Crazy Paris Show daily at Restaurant Portas do Sol of Hotel Lisboa, from 10:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., while in the Jai Alai Show Palace, on the 2nd Floor of the Jai Alai Complex there are continuous performances every night from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Karaoke In Macau there are plenty of karaoke clubs (mainly in the city centre, Rua dos Pescadores, Estrada do Repouso, and in Taipa Island, near the Jockey Club).They are very popular among locals and visitors. These clubs offer reasonable prices and packages (room and drinks/snacks) to customers and the atmosphere is friendly and clean. A nice opportunity to test your singing skills or a different way to spend time with friends. | ||
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| Casinos | ||
There are plenty of casinos in Macau offering probably the widest range of games in the world, including baccarat, blackjack, roulette, boule, "big and small", fan-tan and of course, hundreds of the most glittering array of slot machines anywhere (the locals call them "hungry tigers"). Visitors to the casinos should read the sign at each entrance, urging players to chance only what they can afford. The casinos in Macau operate 24 hours a day. Players are not obliged to tip the croupiers and any request for a tip by casino employees may be ignored. The "Sociedade de Jogos de Macau"(SJM) and two Las Vegas based gambling companies: Wynn Resorts (Macau) Ltd. and Galaxy Casino Company Ltd. were granted the licence to operate casinos in Macau. For information of casinos, please visit website of Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau: http://www.dicj.gov.mo | ||
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| Greyhound Racing | ||
Greyhound Racing (Dog Racing) takes place at the Canidrome located at Avenida General Castelo Branco. There are around 18 games on every racing night starting from 7:30 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. Admission is MOP$10 for the public stand. Boxes are MOP$80 (weekdays) and MOP$120 (Weekends and Public Holidays) with a minimum charge of MOP$30 per person plus 10% service charge. For further information, please call Macau hotline: (853) 2833 3399 or toll free for Hong Kong: 800 932 199. Website:www.macauyydog.com. | ||
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| Horse Racing and Riding | ||
Horse Racing The Macau Jockey Club is equipped with modern facilities and has assembled a cosmopolitan group of trainers, riders and administrators while horses are being imported from several countries in order to provide racing of international standards. With private boxes and air-conditioned grandstand, Club members and public can enjoy the races, whether watching them live, on the Diamond Vision or the closed circuit television monitors. Chinese and European restaurants are available. Summer recess is usually in between late August and early September. For enquiries please call Macau hotline: (853) 2882 0868 or toll free for Hong Kong: 80096 7822. Website: http://www.mjc.mo. E-mail:mjcinfor@macau.ctm.net. Horse RidingThe equestrian school of Macau is situated on the second street on the left of the exit of the Coloane Town through the street to the Cheoc Van beach. Look for the gate decorated with horse's heads. Telephone enquiries: (853) 2888 2303. | ||
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| Soccer / Basketball Lottery | ||
SLOT - Sociedade de Loarias e Apostas Mútuas de Macau, Lda. operates soccer and basketball lottery, providing handicap-goal and odds, and accepts bets on selected matches drawn from important League and Cup Matches. For enquiry: (853) 8896 8388, (852) 1836633 (for English enquiry, please press "1", then press "0", when you hear the voice record). Website: www.macau-slot.com | ||
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