【Prestigious event】34th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest commences in splendor tonight (12 September)
MACAU, September 12 - Organized by Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), the 34th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest (“the Contest”) was unveiled splendidly tonight (12 September). Over 3,400 drones took the lead to dazzle the night sky, followed by the spectacular fireworks displays of the Brazilian and Swiss companies, portraying beautiful stories in a mesmerizing symphony of lights and music. The Fireworks Carnival kicked off on the same day. In tandem with diverse outreach activities and promotions, the event weaves together immersive festive experiences to expand the synergy of “tourism + events” for more robust tourism and nighttime economy.
Secretary for Economy and Finance, Dora Ng Wai Han, MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes and Acting President of Civil Aviation Authority, Joe Fong, officiated the opening ceremony together with the representatives of supporting entities, media and venue partners, among other guests.
MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes highlighted in her speech that the Contest is an iconic nighttime event in Macao, a prominent stage for top fireworks companies from around the globe to compete and shine. The long-standing event has attracted visitors from worldwide for the timeless experience. The ten fireworks companies are here to captivate the audience on five evenings, bringing the major theme to life. She expressed gratitude to different entities for the great support to make the event happen, which enriches travelers’ nighttime experiences and sets off Macao’s vibrant charm as an international destination.
Dazzle Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day
A journey to “Set Sail for Macao, where the Silk Road Sparkles”
The 34th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest is held above the sea from across Macau Tower on 12, 19 and 25 September, 1 and 4 October. The fireworks nights cover the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day. Revolving around “Set Sail for Macao, where the Silk Road Sparkles” as the major theme of this year, the Contest comprises three chapters — “Encounter with History”, “Encounter with Civilization” and “Encounter with the Future”. The large-scale drone shows present the “Encounter with History” and “Encounter with the Future”, while the fireworks teams depict the chapter of “Encounter with Civilization”, together making five fireworks nights complete in unforgettable splendor.
Brazilian and Swiss companies lift curtains upon “Encounter with Civilization”
Over 3,400 drones illuminated the sky with magnificent formations to unveil the “Encounter with History” on the opening night. The drone lights united into sparkling patterns across the sky, from a compass, blue-and-white porcelain vase to a ship and more, illuminating the historic sails to Macao as a major port along the Maritime Silk Road. The Brazilian and Swiss companies, Fireworks do Brasil and La Pirotecnica di Colombo, then took the center stage to lift the curtains upon the “Encounter with Civilization”.
The event won much applause on the first night. Many residents and visitors enjoyed and captured the beauty of the fireworks from different angles at the vantage points in Macao, experiencing the glamour of “tourism + events” and the awe-inspiring power of the fireworks.
Other fireworks companies will come on stage in succession as follows: 19 September (Italy and Canada), 25 September (Portugal and Korea), 1 October as the National Day (Thailand and China) and 4 October (The Philippines and United Kingdom). Each spanning about 18 minutes, their performances are set to manifest the symphony across “tourism +” and Macao’s impact as an international exchange platform.
Ten contestant teams depict Maritime Silk Road on five nights
Two fireworks displays take place at 9 p.m. and 9:40 p.m. each evening. In accord with the program order, the fireworks companies are presenting ten fireworks displays around the major theme, each choreographed to bring out their extraordinary styles and themed stories namely “The Silk Way, a journey across continents”, “Happiness”, “Where the Sea Connects Worlds”, “Sea Paradise”, “442”, “The Sound Flowing Across the Maritime Silk Road”, “Voyage of Light”, “The Silk Road”, “The Filipino Way” and “A Journey of Discovery, Trade, Conflict, Love and Legacy”. The fireworks shows will paint a lively picture of the major theme “Set Sail for Macao, where the Silk Road Sparkles”, taking the audience on a wondrous journey that set the night sky ablaze.
Fireworks Carnival kicks off on the first night for greater vibes
Jointly organized by MGTO and the General Union of Neighborhood Associations of Macau, the Fireworks Carnival kicked off today (12 September) as well. Deputy Director-General of the Social Development Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR, Zhao Heqing, MGTO Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes and Chairman of Administration Committee on Municipal Affairs of Municipal Affairs Bureau, Chao Wai Ieng, attended the opening ceremony together with other guests. The Fireworks Carnival is held at the waterfront of Macao Science Center, one of the vantage points, from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. each fireworks evening. With decorations themed as Macao Tourism Mascot Mak Mak, the Fireworks Carnival features delicacy and game booths as well as stage performances, drawing many locals and visitors for more vibrant moments.
Diverse promotions spotlight the event and boost visitations
MGTO has unfolded a series of promotional initiatives to spotlight the Contest on MGTO’s social media platforms, as well as different channels and platforms in partnership with KOLs in the Chinese mainland and overseas. Online travel agencies (OTA) are commissioned to launch Macao themed webpages about the Contest, advertisements and special offers on Macao tourism products. News about the event is released via a mobile map application.
The Contest features an online interactive game. Visitors and residents can enter MGTO’s WeChat mini-program interactive zone to complete the game tasks or guess the champion team, to join the lucky draw for a chance to win MGTO’s souvenirs and one roundtrip air ticket between Macao and the Chinese mainland, among other prizes.
Prestigious event sets off destination appeal
Since 1989, the Macao International Fireworks Display Contest has attracted top-notch fireworks companies from worldwide and developed into one of Macao’s prestigious events. Over the years, the Contest has kept reaching a new level of excellence for enjoyment and widening the variety of parallel activities, manifesting Macao’s charm as an international destination teeming with spectacular events and vibrant communities. The Contest keeps enriching Macao’s offerings as a world centre of tourism and leisure on the march towards stellar tourism development.
For more information about the Macao International Fireworks Display Contest, please visit the themed website: http://fireworks.macaotourism.gov.mo.
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