Brisbane, Australia
Conference Venue - UQ Brisbane City
308 Queen St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000, Australia
Banquet - Eon Restaurant
451 Ann St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000, Australia
Hengqin, China
Conference Venue - Sumjoy Hengqin Tianmu Hotel
星享·横琴天沐酒店（横琴口岸店）
Building 3, Citizen Service Center, No. 868 Gang’ao Avenue, Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone, Zhuhai, China
横琴粤澳深度合作区港澳大道868号市民服务中心内（3号楼）
Social Event - Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
We are thrilled to announce that the ADC 2026 Hengqin Venue Social Event will take place at the spectacular Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in Hengqin!
- Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2026
- Time: 16:00 - 21:00 (buses depart from the conference venue at 15:30)
- Admission: Free admission and a buffet dinner are included for all registered in-person full conference delegates.
Discover the World’s Largest Marine Theme Park
Located in Hengqin, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is a world-class destination where oceanic wonder, cutting-edge thrills, and marine conservation come alive.
During the event, you will get to journey through eight immersive themed zones:
- Ocean Wonders: Home to the awe-inspiring Whale Shark Aquarium, which features the world’s largest aquarium tank, gentle whale sharks, and majestic manta rays.
- Polar Horizon: Witness the icy majesty of meticulously recreated Arctic habitats, home to rescued polar bears, belugas, and penguins.
- Thrills & Entertainment: Soar through rainforest canopies on the Parrot Coaster, plunge into the abyss on the Tower of Sea Monsters, and witness the magic of the Ocean Kingdom Journey of Lights Parade — where solar-powered, eco-friendly floats illuminate the night.
Entertainment with a Purpose
What truly sets Chimelong Ocean Kingdom apart is its unwavering commitment to blending entertainment with conservation. Every ride, show, and exhibit is designed to inspire environmental action. During your visit, you can:
- Symbolically adopt a rescued sea turtle, manatee, or walrus.
- Track real-time coral restoration via interactive tech kiosks.
- Support “Adopt-a-Habitat” programs that fund crucial seagrass rehabilitation.
- Experience immersive shows like Symphony of Ocean and Deep Sea Odyssey, which use advanced projection mapping and environmental data to transform storytelling into stewardship.
We look forward to an unforgettable evening of networking, fun, and discovery with you!
(Description courtesy of AACL-IJCNLP 2026)