26th June 2021 – (Hong Kong) Organised by Central Venue Management (CVM), SummerFest kicks off the month-long summer fun on June 26 at Central Harbourfront Event Space. The three all-time attractions Monet Garden, SUMMOJI and Light/Shadow Maze will provide plenty of picture-perfect photo ops. Special programmes for the first week include Jockey Club Tennis Rocks Programme – Inter-School Challenge, Traditional West African Drum & Dance Experience Day “Fölöko ・ Back to the Heart” and Les [email protected] the Heat Fitness Night. Come and enjoy the best #TimeOff, #ChillOut and #PowerOn moments with music and sports. FREE admission for ALL activities.
Monet Garden
Inspired by the work of the master of Impressionism Claude Monet, Monet Garden showcases the artistic ambience and French mood, as well as portrays the house exterior he lived plus his great works Water Lilies, Japanese Bridges via a 4-metre height LED screen for an exceptional art appreciation experience. Visitors can also participate by re-creating Monet’s masterpieces Water Lilies and Sunset with the artists with disabilities.
Don’t miss the first-ever showing of giant 4-metre tall installation Hug the K created by Hong Kong-based French artist Nicolas Lesaffre. It implies that everyone now aspires for a safe hug for heart-warming feeling amid the social distancing restrictions.
In addition, people can play the rarely seen Wiser Ball which is a revivified game that originated from an ancient ball game played by royal families and high-ranking officials as a tool to practice strategic planning and physical strength. Wiser Ball is suitable to be played by everyone disrespect of their ages or genders. Moreover, it doesn’t require a specific sports ground which may make it popular in Hong Kong in particular.
Other exciting booth activities and workshops include Monet Luminous Floral Dreamcatcher which teaches participants to create Monet-inspired dreamcatchers with flowers, as well as Monet Garden Art Jamming Experience before the stunting view of Victoria Harbour.
Date: 26th June to 6th August
Time: 3pm – 10pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
SUMMOJI
Close to 20 colourful summer-themed human-sized smileys designed by local cross-media creator Calix materialises at the Central Harbourfront. Virtual Smileys are coming to life!
Date: 26th June to 6th August
Time: 3pm – 10pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
Light/Shadow Maze
Situated in an open space of approximately 5,000 square feet, the frame structure of Light/Shadow Maze is largely made of reusable metal materials. Visitors may lose themselves in the intricate maze under the dance of shimmering light and shadow and enjoy the impressive views of the Central Harbourfront in daylight or moonlight.
Date: 26th June to 6th August
Time: 3pm – 10pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
Jockey Club Tennis Rocks Programme – Inter-School Challenge
Tennis playing not only requires the use of muscles in the entire body, but also improves cardiorespiratory endurance, strengthens concentration, and raises self-confidence. Despite the many positive impacts on the growth of children, not many schools in Hong Kong provide tennis training. Organised by Hong Kong Tennis Association, Jockey Club Tennis Rocks Programme – Inter-School Challenge provides an opportunity for primary school students to learn more about the sport through games, thereby inspiring their interest and exploring potentials. Students can also learn about healthy lifestyle, friendship building, politeness, time management, self-discipline, as well as sportsmanship through the games. Participating kids will receive instructions from Hong Kong Team tennis players and professional coaches as well as souvenirs to take home.
Date: 27th June (Sunday)
Time: 12nn – 8pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
Traditional West African Drum & Dance Experience Day
“Fölöko ・ Back to the Heart”
For one day, the international business hub is turned into a West African grassland. In days when travels are difficult, ‘fly’ to the exotic land by listening to the strong beats of West African drums and watching Guinean tribal dance. Aside from enjoying the shows, visitors can also participate in drums and dance workshops and join in the public performances. Let’s experience the cultural diversity of the continent far away.
Date: 1st July (Thursday)
Time: 3pm – 9pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
Les [email protected] the Heat Fitness Night
TGIF! Join Beat the Heat Fitness Night on three consecutive Friday evenings to regain motivation and rediscover yourself. Les Mills brings participants three of their most iconic classes to the first Beat the Heat Fitness Night, namely Body Combat which takes influences of martial arts such as Karate, Taekwondo and Tai Chi; Body Jam which combines music, dance and cardiovascular exercises; and yoga-based Body Balance. Enjoy an energetic evening with strong beats and music, as well as the stunning Hong Kong skyline as backdrop. As the professional coaches lead the workout session onstage, off-stage is also divided into different areas, where a variety of sports booths with different themes and characteristics are provided, so that everyone can experience all kinds of sports with a fun and positive energy. End the week of work and welcome the fun weekends by melting all your stress in sweat!
Date: 2nd July (Friday)
Time: 5pm – 9pm
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Entrance at Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
To comply with the prevention and control of disease regulations, a series of strict precautionary measures will be put in place, including thorough disinfection and cleaning of facilities with GERMAGIC™ THYME (MAP-1) , body temperature check and provision of hand sanitisers at all entrances, as well as regulation of number and flow of visitors.