This summer, get ready to play hide-and-seek with bamboo at “BAMBOOSCAPE”, presented by the Hong Kong Architecture Centre, the curatorial partner of SummerFest@Central 2025.
From 30 May to 3 August at the heart of Central’s waterfront, explore a whimsical bamboo wonderland where tradition meets innovation, through three immersive zones: BAMBOOSCAPE, SENSE.BAMBOO, and BAMBOO PLAYSCAPE.
Featuring five creative teams from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and the USA, in collaboration with master bamboo craftsmen, the exhibition reimagines bamboo craft, a Hong Kong heritage, with a modern twist - through architecture, interactive installations, and hands-on experiences.
Exhibition Detail
Exhibition Period: 30 May – 3 August 2025
Time: Monday to Friday, 3 - 9 PM | Saturday, Sunday and Publich Holiday, 1 - 9 PM
Free Entry
Venue: Central Harbourfront Event Space, Gate 3 (near Tamar Park)
Workshop ① 《Let bamboo and wind dance together!》 Workshop By Breakthrough Art
Participants will experience the traditional bamboo weaving skills. Artists will share the stories, the oriental aesthetic and culture behind the artwork during the workshop and the bamboo weaving technique of flowers in the artwork ‘Whispers of the wind’.
📅 Date：31/05/2025 (Sat）
🕒 Time：2:30 - 4:00 PM
👥 Target：Aged 8 or Above*
💰 Material Fee：$100 per person**
📍 Quota：20 Pax
Note:
*Each participant aged 8 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
** The admission fees cover the workshop materials, administrative expenses of the Hong Kong Architecture Centre, and insurance costs.
Workshop ② 《Be a Sushi Sensei for a day!》Workshop by HOUR25
Families and participants of all ages are invited to step into the role of Sushi Sensei and craft their own mini sushi stool. In addition to personal creations, participants will join hands to weave a small-scale bamboo rolling mat, creating a collective art piece that elegantly showcases their sushi stools.
📅 Date：01/06/02025（Sun）
🕒 Time：11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
👶 Target：Aged 3 or Above 3*
💰 Material Fee：$100/Pax**
📍 Quota：18 Pax
Notes:
*Participants aged 3 to 9 must be accompanied by an adult supervisor.
**The admission fees cover the workshop materials, administrative expenses of the Hong Kong Architecture Centre, and insurance costs.
🏛️【Free Guided Tour】🎤 Want to learn more about the art works and stories behind the art installations of "BAMBOOSCAPE"? Come join our guided tour!
Session (1): May 31 (Saturday) 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Session (2): June 1 (Sunday) 10:00am - 11:30am
✔️ Free to attend, limited places, register now!
📍 Quota：30 Pax
🔗 Registration
👟 Explore the world of art, culture and creativity together, and bring your children and friends for a fun and meaningful weekend!
Notes on Participation
One ticket per person. The events are suitable for people aged 3 or above.
All Participants aged 8-13 for “Let bamboo and wind dance together” and aged 3-9 for “Be a Sushi Sensei for a day” must be accompanied by an adult supervisor.
Limited quota available on a first-come, first-served basis.
No registration is required for the exhibition.
Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start time and present the confirmation e-mail for registration.
HKAC reserves the right to release any unclaimed quota to walk-in participants 5 minutes before the event starts.
Photography and filming for non-commercial purposes are welcomed, but please do not use flashlights, selfie sticks or tripods, or livestream to avoid disturbing other participants.
Participants may be captured in photos or video-recordings during the programme. The materials may be saved and uploaded to the organiser(s)', partners(s) and the artist(s)' websites, social media platforms, publications and/or publicity materials. All photos and videos will be used for promotion purpose only.
For participants' safety, if any emergency situations happen during the programme (e.g. adverse weathers, accidents or disturbances), the programme may be suspended or cancelled immediately depending on the actual conditions. If there is any emergencies or if you feel unwell, please seek assistance from our on-site staff immediately.
HKAC reserves the right to decide and alter the operation of the activities at its own discretion. Should there be any changes or cancellations, please follow our latest updates on website and social media platforms.
Inclement Weather Arrangements:
If the Hong Kong Observatory issues an amber rainstorm warning, thunderstorms warning or tropical cyclone signal no.3, special arrangements will be in place.
The programme may be suspended or cancelled immediately depending on the actual weather conditions. Participants will receive a notification email from the organiser. Please stay tuned for any updates on the Facebook page and Instagram (@SummerFest.hk @hkarchitecturecentre).
The organiser(s) or producer(s) will proceed with the event based on weather conditions and ensure safety and reserve the right to cancel the activity in severe weather.