Event Overview
The 15th Macau Lotus Flower Festival celebrates the city's affinity for the lotus, transforming streets and parks with the fragrant blooms. The festival features a wide array of lotus-themed exhibitions, workshops, and activities across multiple venues, offering diverse ways to appreciate the beauty of the lotus.
Main Venue & Opening
- Opening Ceremony: June 13, 5:00 PM at Taipa Houses-Museum (龍環葡韻).
- Main Venue Activities: The Taipa Houses-Museum hosts the festival's core exhibitions and activities.
Exhibitions & Activities
- Exhibitions: Lotus Gastronomic Culture Exhibition, Lingnan Water Village Lotus Garden, Jiangnan Lakeside Lotus Art Exhibition, Lotus Culture Photo & Text Exhibition.
- Workshops: Lotus Clay Craft, 3D Lotus Paper Art, Lotus Lantern Making, Hand-painted Lotus Fan, Lotus Body Painting.
- Guided Tours: Lotus Ecology Tour.
- Other Activities: Art lectures, photo exhibitions, and competitions.
Other Prime Viewing Locations
- Lou Lim Ieoc Garden (盧廉若公園): A classical Chinese garden with ponds filled with lotus flowers.
- Flora Garden in Taipa (氹仔花城公園): A tranquil park perfect for lotus viewing.
Practical Information
- Date: June 13–21, 2015
- Admission: Free to all activities.
- Enquiries: (853) 8504 1218
- Organizer: Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau (CAM)
- Website: http://www.iacm.gov.mo
Note: Lotus displays and plantings are also featured in major parks, streets, and tourist spots across Macau.