1. Overview of the “Symphony of the Green Island” Show in Cat Ba
From the night of May 30, 2025, Cat Ba officially entered a vibrant summer with a “shocking event” called “Symphony of the Green Island,” featuring unprecedented artistic performances, adventurous sports, and stage technology in Vietnam. Performed entirely on the sea, spanning 50,000m² in the central bay of the island, the program is a key entertainment product invested in by Sun Group, in collaboration with two international entities, H2O Events and LaserVision.
More than just a show, “Symphony of the Green Island” is a milestone marking the first time Cat Ba has been recognized globally with two Guinness World Records – a feat that no other art program in Vietnam has achieved before.
The show takes place at 8:00 PM–8:30 PM every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, running continuously until early September 2025.
2. Two Guinness World Records Set in Cat Ba
Not just in terms of stage scale or massive investment, “Symphony of the Green Island” has officially put Cat Ba on the map by setting two Guinness World Records during the dress rehearsal on May 21, 2025. This is also the first time a sea-based performance in Vietnam has been recognized by the Guinness World Records organization.
2.1. Individual Record: 43 Flyboard Backflips in One Minute
Athlete Tomasz Kubik – a member of the H2O team – created a miracle by successfully performing 43 consecutive backflips in just 60 seconds, precise in every move and beat. This achievement surpassed the previous world record of 41 and was confirmed by Guinness right on the Cat Ba sea.
To achieve this, flyboard equipment, water flow, speed, height, gravity control capabilities, and wave conditions must all undergo rigorous testing.
It is noteworthy that during training, Tomasz achieved 46 flips – opening up the possibility that during the season lasting until early September, the audience can witness him breaking his own record, right in Cat Ba.
2.2. Group Record: The World's Largest Fireworks Jetski Formation
The second record was awarded for the group performance when 20 jetskis simultaneously operated a complex moving formation on the sea surface and activated fireworks in sync with the sound, light, and laser – an unprecedented challenge in terms of technique and precision.
Each jet ski had to be manually controlled by a professional athlete, maintaining its position in the formation diagram, ensuring safety while detonating fireworks at the right moment according to the storyline. If even one jetski missed a beat or fired fireworks a few seconds late – the record would not be recognized.
This is the first time that an art – adventure sports – fireworks show on the sea has set 2 world records at the same time in Vietnam, opening up a new milestone not only for Cat Ba but also for the domestic entertainment tourism industry.
3. Unprecedented Stunts in Vietnam
If each regular show is a combination of light, sound, and stage, then “Green Island Symphony” goes far beyond that concept. On a 50,000m² sea surface, nearly 40 international athletes simultaneously control three extreme sports – jetski, flyboard, and jetsurf – according to a synchronized programming system down to the second. This is no longer a performance, but a kind of "mechanical symphony" where each flip, each splash of water is as precise as a note in the score.
Jetskis not only surf, but also move in formation, rotate, change direction, and create shapes on the water while fireworks are fired simultaneously. Flyboards are not simply tumbling, but soaring and diving to the rhythm of the music, adhering to the stage layout of light and sound from the high-power laser system on the shore. Meanwhile, jetsurf – a motorized surfboard – adds speed, flexibility, and a touch of innovation, creating a spectacular break in the rhythm.
Not only the performers, but the performance technology of "Green Island Symphony" is also a feat. The fireworks system integrates three types never before seen in Vietnam:
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Water fireworks: exploding under the sea, creating dazzling blooms from the ocean floor.
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Jellyfish fireworks: hovering near the water's surface like a colony of luminous marine creatures.
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Synchronized colored smoke fireworks: changing with each chapter of music and light, corresponding to the five elements of metal – wood – water – fire – earth.
Each firework, laser, sound, and effect device is programmed in a central system – connecting in real-time with the position and speed of the athletes at sea. No movement is random. No moment is repeated. Everything is designed to create uniqueness – precision – spectacle.
Therefore, for those who have seen water sports performances in Dubai or Singapore, "Green Island Symphony" is still a completely different experience. It not only demonstrates skill but also expresses emotion.
4. Inspiration from the Cat Ba Crane Fairy and the Five Elements Theory
The show "Green Island Symphony" is not only a sports-art-technology performance but also a dialogue between modernity and antiquity, between humans and nature, between the real sea and legends echoing from ancient times. That spirit is woven from two characteristic cultural materials of the East: the Five Elements theory and the legend of the Cat Ba Crane Fairy.
In East Asian culture, the Five Elements symbolize the five elements that make up all things: Wood – Fire – Earth – Metal – Water. In "Green Island Symphony", these five elements are retold in a completely new language – the language of movement, light, and sound, guided by the image of the crane fairy – a legendary figure that the people of Cat Ba have long revered as the guardian spirit of the islands.
The story begins with the Wood chapter, when the crane fairy descends to earth, spreading her wings and soaring amidst a jade-green light, evoking the image of the Cat Ba primeval forest – where life thrives. The Fire chapter follows with fiery red pillars of light breaking through the night; jetskis speed through like an unstoppable stream of energy. As the silver light spreads in the Metal chapter, the formation of jetskis creates concentric circles, simulating the precision and order in the structure of metal. The Water chapter brings grace and fluidity: the crane fairy merges with the luminous water, gently gliding amidst the jetsurf dance on the shimmering sea. And finally, the Earth chapter resounds like a majestic melody with warm golden light, the stage blending into a steady rhythm – where the crane fairy soars into the sky, becoming an immortal symbol of the balance between heaven – earth – and humanity.
This wordless story is told entirely through visual stage language, using high-tech fireworks such as underwater exploding water fireworks, jellyfish fireworks floating on the water's surface, or colored smoke fireworks that change with each chapter. Each effect is not just an illustration, but carries a deeper meaning, suggesting profound emotions about the relationship between humans and their natural origins.
This combination has helped "Green Island Symphony" transcend the limitations of a mere show. It becomes a visual meditation in the ocean, where the audience not only enjoys but also feels – lives – and understands a world told through the rhythm of the earth and sky.
5. Ticket Prices and Attractive Combo Deals
Official listed ticket prices:
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Single ticket: 1,000,000 VND/person
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Combo of 2 tickets: 1,500,000 VND (equivalent to 750,000 VND/ticket)
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Combo of 3 tickets: 1,800,000 VND (equivalent to 600,000 VND/ticket)
Exclusive deals when booking tickets through the Sun Paradise Land app:
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Single ticket only 550,000 VND/ticket
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Combo of 3 tickets: 1,350,000 VND, equivalent to 450,000 VND/ticket
This is not only an affordable price for a top-notch art program, but also a chance for the audience to own a "ticket to witness history" – where Vietnam officially sets two Guinness World Records right in the middle of Cat Ba sea.
6. A Complete Experience in Cat Ba's Entertainment Ecosystem
Boasting not only an internationally-standard outdoor stage, “The Green Island Symphony” is also the center of a complete entertainment-resort-culinary ecosystem, master-planned by Sun Group in Cat Ba’s central bay.
Just steps from the performance area, visitors can explore the Vui-Fest night market – a vibrant recreation of a Hai Phong food tour featuring street food, acoustic music, folk games, and local specialties. The feeling of strolling through the market by the sea, enjoying nem cua be, banh da cua, or spicy sausages amidst the sounds of a guitar and lantern lights – is an essential part of a Cat Ba night.
Right next to the night market are the beachfront restaurants The Forest Beach Club and The Sea Beach Club, serving a diverse menu of seafood, grilled dishes, and Sun Kraftbeer – a craft beer using imported German ingredients, appearing for the first time in Northern Vietnam.
All destinations, from the performance stage, beach, restaurants to the night market, are seamlessly connected by a continuously operating electric vehicle and buggy system – no exhaust fumes, no noise, environmentally friendly for the island.
With its closed structure, visitors can start their day with a swim at Cat Ba beach, stroll through the market in the afternoon, enjoy the cuisine in the evening, and end with a visually stunning night at “The Green Island Symphony” – all in one seamless journey, without the need for long-distance travel or interruption of the experience.
Taking place throughout this summer with special ticket prices, “The Green Island Symphony” is a valuable, rare choice that you should definitely experience. With its seaside stage, fireworks, lighting, and synchronized water sports, the show with 2 world records is sure to deliver a fresh, unique, and exhilarating experience amidst the poetic scenery of Cat Ba Bay.
