House of Dancing Water 2025: Complete Ticket & Show Guide

Traveling to Macau is almost synonymous with seeing the House of Dancing Water, the iconic aquatic show in the City of Dreams. After a long hiatus, it reopened to the public on the 8th of May 2025 with a reimagined set, story, and seat selections. If you’d like to experience this magical performance, you can check the available show times and find discounted House of Dancing Water ticket offers here.

In a nutshell

• What is it? Since debuting in 2010, the House of Dancing Water has become a cultural icon in Macau. The award-winning show, which features a stage that holds an enormous amount of water (enough to fill five Olympic-sized pools!), delights viewers with jaw-dropping acrobatic stunts and high dives. After a five-year hiatus, the show reopens in May 2025 at the City of Dreams with an elevated set and a new story.
• How much are tickets? House of Dancing Water now has five seat selections that are open to the public: Gallery, Signature, Grand, Premium, and Golden Circle. (The VVIP Box is the sixth seat option and is currently reserved for patrons.) The standard Gallery tickets start at $87.2, while Golden Circle tickets start at $199.5. Check ticket availability ➜
• Show times. As of writing, the 80-minute show runs on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 5pm and 8pm; Friday at 8pm; and Sunday at 2pm and 5pm. The schedule may change, but you can always check the show times for your visit date here.
• Complete your trip! At the City of Dreams, you can also visit this family-friendly attraction or dine in this buffet restaurant after catching the House of Dancing Water.

Quick Book

House of Dancing Water

As the Vegas of the East, Macau sure knows how to entertain. And with the reopening of the House of Dancing Water, an impressive non-verbal performance, travelers can expect to witness the ultimate spectacle.

The House of Dancing Water is brought to life by Giuliano Peparini, an acclaimed director who was once a jury member at France’s Got Talent. Peparani’s jaw-dropping show, which debuted at the City of Dreams in 2010, is quite ambitious; it features high dives, acrobatic stunts, flying characters (and objects), and a well-lit stage filled with gallons upon gallons of water. The result? A splashing cultural experience that draws in families, couples, and groups of friends from all around the globe to this very day.

After taking a five-year break, the House of Dancing Water returns in 2025 with a reimagined story and stage. Our team at Travlists met with two representatives of Melco Resorts & Entertainment, the developer behind the City of Dreams, and we asked them to describe the show. “It’s House of Water version 2.0”, they responded. “Some people say it’s a gripping love story, while some say it’s a creative stunt show. Well, it’s these two and so much more.” Read the full synopsis and show description ➜

Seating Guide & Price Table

With the return of House of Dancing Water comes a new set of seats and tickets. Refer to the seat map, price table, and our description below.

SEAT	PRICE
1. Gallery	Book from $87.2 ➜
2. Signature	Book from $112.1 ➜
3. Grand	Book from $137.1 ➜
4. Premium	Book from $162 ➜
5. Golden Circle	Book from $199.5 ➜
6. VVIP Box	From $3,500-4,700

The first 5 ticket options are available for booking to the public here. These are tickets for the main floor (Level 1), which nearly has a 2,000 seating capacity (around 20 accessible seats are available in the theater).

Viewing Experience by Seat Type

Audience members in the Premium, Golden Circle, and VVIP seats enjoy the full view of the show. They’ll be able to appreciate the entire depth of the House of Dancing Water, so to speak. Those who are in the Grand section will also have great views from the front, while those in the Signature seats will have views from the side. The budget-friendly Gallery ticket option provides a viewing experience near the rear of the stage.

Will I be splashed by water?

A representative of the show told us that audience members who will be assigned seats in the first two rows (nearest the stage) will be given full waterproof gear. Those who will occupy seats in the next three rows will be given towels.

A traveler who purchased House of Dancing Water tickets on Klook also left this helpful review: “The performance is world-class… [Those in the] first [two] rows are required to wear [ponchos,] while the next [two] rows are given towels… Overall, it’s an awesome experience!” Read more reviews ➜

Can I choose specific seats?

Currently, choosing a specific seat and row while booking is unavailable. You can only select a section or seat type.

In case you want to change seats or upgrade your ticket after purchase, you may visit the Box Office (ticket counter) upon arrival at the theater.

Golden Circle Seats

As one of the top-tier ticket options, the Golden Circle delights with more than admission. Ticketholders can enjoy free-flowing popcorn, canapés (like Parma Ham Melon, Raspberry Puff, Roast Beef Enclair, Salmon Sea Salt Cheese Mouse, tartlets, macarons, etc.), and a wide assortment of drinks.

VVIP Seats

There are two new VVIP boxes on the second level of the theater. Both offer a private viewing experience for groups of 10-13 people, a meet-and-greet with the cast, more food and drink selections, and a guided entry.

House of Dancing Water Tickets & Bundles

Klook currently offers House of Dancing Water ticket deals and bundles that will help you save money. Check them out below:

1. Show Ticket

This includes entry to the show on your selected date and time.

2. Show Tickets + FREE Hong Kong-to-Macau Ferry Tickets

This is a bundled offer that is perfect for those who will travel to Macau from Hong Kong. This House of Dancing Water ticket bundle includes show tickets for two people and free one-way ferry tickets from Hong Kong to Macau. By choosing this special offer, you can save up to 34%.

Also check out House of Dancing Water tickets on these trusted platforms: KKDay, Viator, & Tripadvisor

Is it worth watching?

Aside from the fact that the show has been recognized several times for its creativity and fitness in execution, the House of Dancing Water also has an outstanding 4.8/5 star rating on Klook (from 300k+ users) and a 4.7/5 rating on Tripadvisor (from 4.2k users).

A traveler who has seen the original version and the new version in 2025 left this review on Tripadvisor: “This newly imagined show is absolutely spectacular. As much as I loved the original, I was thoroughly impressed with this new version. The new story is great…”

Another tourist also said this about the show: “Went with my family and we all loved it. From start to end, we were mind blown…”

Tips for Showgoers

Before you catch the House of Dancing Water, make sure to read these tips and guidelines!

• Arrive early! If you want to purchase snacks and drinks at the Concession area, we recommend arriving 15-30 minutes before the show starts. (Food and beverages that are NOT purchased in the Concession area are not allowed inside the theater.)
• For latecomers. You can still enter the show even if you arrive late. However, you can only enter when instructed by the staff to avoid disturbance to other guests.
• No intermission. The show runs for approximately 80 minutes with no break. Best to visit the restroom before the show begins!
• For families. The show is recommended for visitors 6 years and up. (Babies two years and below enter free of charge, but will not have a designated seat. Please make sure to bring a valid ID for age verification.)
• Refunds and cancellations. Unfortunately, House of Dancing Water tickets are nonrefundable. However, you may transfer them to a friend, family, or acquaintance. Just make sure to write a letter of authorization and prepare copies of your valid IDs. (For inquiries, write to showenquiry@cod-macau.com or contact (853) 8868-6767.
• Don’t go barefoot. Those who will come with no footwear may be refused admission.
• No flash photography and videos.

Address & Show Times

The House of Dancing Water Theater is located inside the City of Dreams in Macau (City of Dreams, Estr. do Istmo, Macao), specifically at the Northeast entrance.

They have a 5pm and 8pm run on every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday; an 8pm show every Friday; and a 2pm and 5pm run every Sunday. (Show times may change.) No performances are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (may change during holidays).