After Hours @ My Jurong Fishery Port with May Hui
As the first catches of the day come in, Jurong Fishery Port quickly comes to life! Get a two-for-one as we not only trawl for deals on seafood but also hear the heartfelt stories from the community of fishmongers there!
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- Important Details
What You'll Do
While many Singaporeans head to bed, the night is when the port comes to life as fishing boats come in with their freshest catch. Hear all about the fishy business that goes behind-the-scenes at Jurong Fishery Port in this after hours tours by veteran guide May! Identify different species of fish, get yourself a good deal on seafood and, most importantly, immerse yourself in the enthusiastic stories of the tightly-knit fishing community!
Meet Your Host
May is a volunteer at My Community who has been guiding for more than 40 years. What has kept her going is her love of curating and conducting heritage trails and how guiding always allows her to meet new people! She is always around taking pictures with her phone – her preferred way of documenting her memories!
Important Details
What to bring?
- Participants must bring along their NRIC, which is mandatory for entry into the restricted premises. Participants who do not bring their NRIC may be denied entry at the event premises.
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and wear covered shoes with good soles grip.
- Participants should bring along an umbrella, hand sanitisers, insect repellent, and a bottle of water.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own earphones (with a standard 3.5mm audio jack) because we will be using radio guides for the tour!
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
What to expect?
- Participants will take a bus to and fro Jurong Fishery Port.
- Participants will need to exchange their NRIC, Passport or Employment Pass for a pass to enter Jurong Fishery Port.
- Participants may need to walk on wet floor during the tour.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour for registration.
- The tour will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at 517B Jurong West Street 52, Singapore 642517 (Approx. 5 min walk to Lakeside MRT).
- The venue is not wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed at event premises.
Disclaimer
- All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Friday, 4 August 2023
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
Ending Point
Language(s) / Age Limit(s)
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