Wynn Macau, the local unit of Wynn Resorts has cancelled the opening of its US$600 million new property Encore at Wynn Macau tomorrow (Wednesday) after China’s government announced official mourning that day for the victims of the country’s latest earthquake.
The company added it did not yet have a date for the rescheduled event.
It said in a statement: “As the nation mourns the victims of the earthquake in Yushu county, Qinghai province, China, Wynn Macau expresses its deepest condolences. On April 21, Wynn Macau will join the national day of mourning for the victims. As such, the celebratory activities for the opening of Encore at Wynn Macau have been cancelled.
“Contrary to previous communications, the exact date and time for the opening of Encore is yet to be determined. Details will be provided once available.”
Wynn Macau added that the fireworks display planned for 21st April at 8:08pm has been postponed to the following day, Thursday, 22nd April at 8:08 p.m.