Wan Chai Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre | 'Infrastructure x Education' Carnival Lands at 'Education and Teaching Expo 2026'

Description

If you want children to learn about the wonders of Hong Kong's world-class infrastructure while having fun with the latest in artificial intelligence (AI) and engineering technology, don't miss the 'Infrastructure × Education' themed exhibition co-organized by the Development Bureau and the Construction Industry Council at the 'Education and Teaching Expo 2026' (LTE2026)! The exhibition transforms Hong Kong's well-known infrastructure projects into a STEAM carnival that blends learning with entertainment. It takes the science, mathematics, and creative design from textbooks and turns them into more relatable and engaging learning experiences. Children can embark on a journey of urban development, playing and learning as they go, discovering Hong Kong landmarks and engineering stories, and developing an understanding of the context of infrastructure. This approach sparks their interest in STEAM and engineering technology, nurturing them to become the pillars of the construction industry in the future.

The 'Infrastructure × Education' exhibition will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 25 to 27 June 2026 (Booth Q02, Exhibition Halls 3B-E). Educators, including parents and invited students, are welcome to pre-register for entry. The event will showcase numerous examples of Hong Kong's world-class infrastructure achievements and incorporate the curriculum design concept of 'STEAM UP Think Build Logic'. Real infrastructure cases will be turned into STEAM learning materials. The exhibition will feature multiple themed zones, along with interactive experiences and sharing sessions, inviting everyone to explore the surprising world of 'Infrastructure Carnival'. The venue will also feature an interactive game called 'Infrastructure Tour', where participants can collect stamps, explore Hong Kong's infrastructure, and win seven mascot character plushies from six government works departments and the Construction Industry Council, as well as a range of limited-edition gifts!

Four Themed Zones: Unveiling the New Face of the Construction Industry from Play to Learning

The 'Infrastructure × Education' themed zone will showcase the educational and learning resources and outcomes of 'STEAM UP Think Build Logic', and then guide visitors through the latest construction technology applications, Hong Kong's world-class urban infrastructure, and future career planning. It's like opening a future map of the construction industry, showing the path from the present to the future.

Zone One: 'STEAM UP Think Build Logic'

'STEAM UP Think Build Logic' presents exclusive teaching resources tailored for primary and secondary schools. The content closely follows the curriculum guidelines and includes suggestions for extended activities and thematic inquiries for teachers to apply flexibly in the classroom. Students can also continue playing and learning after school. The zone will feature interactive workshops that transform abstract engineering knowledge into tangible and hands-on experiences, allowing students to grasp various engineering concepts and embody the STEAM spirit of 'learning through play and doing'. During the exhibition, participating schools will share their learning journeys and showcase student work, displaying the children's achievements.

Additionally, starting from the 2026/27 school year, the platform will launch the 'Hong Kong Infrastructure Discovery Tour', taking students out of the classroom to visit multiple engineering projects and professional facilities. They will learn about the planning, design, and construction processes of large-scale infrastructure and witness how innovative technologies are applied on construction sites, bridging STEAM knowledge from the classroom to real life.

Zone Two: 'AI and Robotics: Building the Future Intelligently'

This zone will take visitors into the future, showcasing automated construction, intelligent monitoring systems, and construction robot demonstrations. Children can witness how technology makes construction faster, more precise, and safer. The zone will also display the industry's award-winning innovative scientific research achievements from the 'Geneva International Invention Expo', along with the Construction Industry Council's display of advanced technologies. Through immersive interactive experiences, visitors can step into a virtual construction site, experiencing construction processes and intelligent management modes, and grasping the new trends in digital engineering and future construction education.

Zone Three: 'WE BUILD GEN C: Constructing the Future'

The zone will exhibit the winning entries from the 'Hong Kong-wide Secondary School STEAM x BIM Construction Model Creative Design Competition 2025', organized by the Hong Kong Institute of Construction. It will showcase how secondary school students applied building information modeling (BIM), TwinMotion, and 3D printing to visualize their architectural designs. An immersive virtual reality experience area will play 360-degree videos of the winning entries, allowing the public to immerse themselves in the future envisioned by the students and thoroughly experience their creative achievements.

The venue will also host lectures and workshops on various themes, as well as the 'Construction x STEAM World Skills Competition' series of workshops, enabling participants to gain insights into the diverse professional fields, career ladders, and prospects of the construction industry from different perspectives.
 
Zone Four: 'Hong Kong Infrastructure'

This zone introduces bridge engineering, underground facilities, building construction, regional development, transportation, and road tunnels through six themed panels, 'using the city as a textbook' to decipher the design concepts and engineering wisdom behind Hong Kong's large-scale infrastructure projects.

As children recognize familiar landmarks, they will also discover that the buildings and facilities they encounter daily harbor unique scientific and engineering stories, fostering their curiosity, interdisciplinary thinking, and perspective on observing the city.

Highlight of the Infrastructure Carnival: Take on the 'Infrastructure Tour' Challenges and Win Exclusive Mascot Gifts

This exhibition features an interactive game called 'Infrastructure Tour', turning the entire venue into a fun and educational infrastructure carnival. To encourage parents and children to explore the main exhibition zones, the organizers have prepared exclusive gifts featuring the mascots of six government works departments and the Construction Industry Council. These include Civil Engineering Lion from the Civil Engineering and Development Department, Down Down from the Drainage Services Department, Gizmo from the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Roady from the Highways Department, Drippy from the Water Supplies Department, Archi from the Architectural Services Department, and Captain Build-It from the Construction Industry Council. Upon completing designated tasks, participants can receive exclusive exhibition souvenirs such as folders, unique stickers, pens, eco-bags, and stamps.

Participants will receive an 'Infrastructure Tour' stamp card and then move between different game areas, including 'Hong Kong Bridge Pair-up', 'Infrastructure Photo Op', 'Construction Safety Pioneer', 'Virtual Reality (VR) Welding Simulation Training System', 'Remote-controlled Crane Simulation', 'Infrastructure Connection Challenge', and 'Infrastructure Whiz Challenge'. As they clear each challenge, they will receive a stamp on their card, and the rewards are plentiful:

Ø   Collect three stamps: Redeem three exquisite small gifts and a token at the gift redemption counter

Ø   Complete all six games: Receive two additional tokens to challenge the ultimate game stages – 'Infrastructure Master Challenge' and 'Claw Machine'

During the exhibition, the seven mascots will also make surprise appearances, interacting and taking photos with visitors. The goal is to ensure that everyone has a fun and memorable experience while learning about the diverse professional fields of the construction industry.

"Infrastructure Tour" Eight Challenge Tasks

Infrastructure Photo Op AI Experience

A maximum of two participants at a time. Follow the staff's instructions to select a favorite infrastructure project, pose for a photo, and the system will automatically generate a composite photo with a Hong Kong landmark. Participants can also get their photo printed on a shiny card by naming a Hong Kong infrastructure project. Limited quantities, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
Construction Safety Pioneer

To become a 'Safety Pioneer', participants must complete an online game within two minutes, testing their knowledge of construction safety. Those who achieve a designated score will receive an extra small gift.

Virtual Reality (VR) Welding Simulation Training System/Remote-controlled Crane

With VR devices, participants enter a highly realistic virtual construction site and experience welding operations from a first-person perspective. The system offers different scenarios and difficulty levels, allowing participants to challenge themselves from beginner to advanced levels and appreciate the intricacies and professionalism of welding.

Alternatively, participants can take on the role of a site commander and attempt to control a remote-controlled crane within three minutes, testing their focus, hand-eye coordination, and reaction time.

Hong Kong Bridge Pair-up Challenge

Test your knowledge of Hong Kong's landmark bridges! A random picture of a Hong Kong bridge will appear on the screen, and participants must choose the correct type of bridge from the options. Each game consists of five random questions, and answering three or more correctly is considered a win!
 
Infrastructure Connection Challenge

Participants must be quick to catch the falling sticks representing different transportation infrastructures. After the catching segment, they must also answer a random trivia question about infrastructure.
 
Infrastructure Whiz Challenge

Participants spin a wheel and then have to answer a corresponding infrastructure question within a limited time. This challenge tests their knowledge of Hong Kong's 32 infrastructure projects. If they can't answer immediately, they can find hints by opening treasure boxes on the calendar wall.
 
Ultimate Challenge (I) – Infrastructure Master Challenge

Collecting three stamps earns one token, while six stamps get you two additional tokens. Throw the tokens at the map, hit the marked range, and answer a simple infrastructure question to win a mascot plushie. If you hit the star at the center of the map on your first try, you win the entire set of plushies – a true test of your accuracy.
 
Ultimate Challenge (II) – Claw Machine

In addition to the Infrastructure Master Challenge, participants can choose to play the claw machine as their ultimate challenge! Insert tokens and try to win special prizes within a 30-second time limit. The claw machine contains various special prizes, and you might even get the chance to take home the entire set of plushies!

Exhibition Name: 'Education and Teaching Expo 2026' - 'Infrastructure x Education' Themed Exhibition
Organizers: Development Bureau, Construction Industry Council
Date: 25-27 June 2026
Time:
25-26 June (Thursday to Friday): 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
27 June (Saturday): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 3B-E Exhibition Halls (Booth Q02)