Macao marked the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland with a series of joyful celebrations that brought the whole city together. The milestone was formally commemorated on 20 December with a solemn flag-raising ceremony, where the national flag of the People’s Republic of China and the flag of the Macao Special Administrative Region […]

A recent photography competition organised by a local creative platform saw photographers Eduardo Leal, Jingyi Xu and Ji Xiang win their respective categories. Each of their photographs captures a compelling slice of the region’s uniquely multifaceted architectural identity.

The 32nd Macao International Fireworks Display Contest took place across five spectacular evenings in September and October.

Guide to Street Art in Macau – the newly published book by Filipa Simões – serves as an introduction to the many uplifting and impressive works of art painted on buildings across Macao.

The Drunken Dragon Festival in Macao originated from a tradition in Xiangshan District (known as Zhongshan today), Guangdong Province, where a celestial dragon was believed to have descended to save the people from plagues. The festival, celebrated on the 8th day of the 4th lunar month, involves a dragon dance and offerings of ‘longevity rice’ […]

The 2024 Macao International Parade celebrated the 25th anniversary of Macao’s return to China with over 1,800 performers from 80 local and international groups, showcasing diverse cultural performances and engaging residents and tourists along the procession route.

The Sinulog Festival, a vibrant Filipino celebration honouring Santo Niño with origins in Cebu and observed in Macao, showcased its post-pandemic revival with traditional dances and a historic statue.

The event transforms the city into a shimmering spectacle with light installations and interactive shows, enhancing tourism and community economy.