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Macao over the next six months:
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132 official events, integrated-resort shows and Macao, Mainland and Hong Kong holidays, with crowd peaks, traffic hotspots and key dates on one page.
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19 – 22 NovSportsHigh73rd Macau Grand PrixFour days on the Guia street circuit: practice and qualifying on 19–20 November, races on 21–22 November. The circuit closes 6am–6pm each day; tickets MOP 100–1,200.
Sun 6 DecSportsHigh2026 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon
13 – 15 NovShowsMediumJISUXIAOYU PRO Concert Tour 2026 in Macau
Sat 14 NovShowsMedium2026 Alex To Get Up Concert World Tour 2.0 | Macao
14 – 15 NovShowsMedium2026 CNBLUE LIVE WORLD TOUR '3LOGY' ENCORE IN MACAU
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November 2026
- Exhibitions2026 China Conference of Holistic Integrative Oncology (CCHIO) – Macao International Summit13 – 15 Nov · University of MacauNov13
- Culture8th China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries Film Festival – Opening ScreeningNam Van Lakeside (Anim'Arte)Nov13
- ShowsMediumJISUXIAOYU PRO Concert Tour 2026 in Macau13 – 15 Nov · Galaxy ArenaNov13
- ShowsMedium2026 Alex To Get Up Concert World Tour 2.0 | MacaoThe Londoner ArenaNov14
- Shows2026 AxMxP CONCERT 'X VERSE' IN MACAOThe Parisian TheatreNov14
- ShowsMedium2026 CNBLUE LIVE WORLD TOUR '3LOGY' ENCORE IN MACAU14 – 15 Nov · Studio City Event CenterNov14
- ShowsStrings Through the Ages: Gu Feng Ya Ji 17th Anniversary ConcertMacao Cultural CentreNov14
- FestivalsMediumhush! Beach Concerts x Urban Sports Wellfest 202614 – 15 Nov · Hac Sa BeachNov14
- FestivalsMacao City Culture Festival14 – 22 Nov · Macau ForumNov14
- Festivals38th Macao International Music Festival – 'Where Culture Flourishes, Happiness Happens' Hear Xinghai: A Fantastic Musical Journey with Xian Xinghai, the Son of Macao14 – 15 Nov · Luís de Camões Park (14 Nov); Leisure Area in Edf. Lok Yeung Fa Yuen (15 Nov)Nov14
- ShowsPAYBACK Global Fan Meeting · MacauG Box (Galaxy Macau)Nov14
- CultureStewart Sukuma with the Macao Chinese OrchestraMacao Cultural CentreNov14
- ShowsThe Unknown I-land14 – 15 Nov · Macao Cultural CentreNov14
- SportsOxfam TowerRun 2026Macau TowerNov15
- Culture8th China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries Film Festival16 Nov – 7 Dec · Cinematheque·PassionNov16
- Exhibitions2nd China (Macao) New-Quality Agricultural Brands Going Global Expo & Hengqin Brands Going Global Forum18 – 20 Nov · Cotai ExpoNov18
- Exhibitions3rd Asia International Hotel Supplies and Catering Expo18 – 20 Nov · Cotai ExpoNov18
- SportsHigh73rd Macau Grand Prix19 – 22 Nov · Guia CircuitNext key date 14 Nov Opening ceremony and car show (show 14–15 Nov, Tap Seac Square)Nov19
- CultureTap Siac Craft Market in Autumn19 – 29 Nov · Tap Seac SquareNov19
- FestivalsGalaxy Stars of Gastronomy20 – 21 Nov · Galaxy MacauNov20
- FestivalsMedium26th Macau Food Festival20 Nov – 6 Dec · Sai Van Lake SquareNov20
- ShowsMediumTOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR <STEAL THE WIND> IN MACAU20 – 22 Nov · Galaxy ArenaNov20
- Shows2026 BOYFRIEND FAN-CONCERT IN MACAU <Our 15th Season>G Box (Galaxy Macau)Nov21
- Shows2026 Kep1er FAN-CON TOUR [RSVP] in MACAUThe Londoner TheatreNov21
- ShowsAwaiting organiserMelodies of LoveMacao Grand HallNov21
- FestivalsMacao Orchestra 2026-27 Season Concert – Our Babies’ First Concert21 – 22 Nov · Macao Cultural CentreNov21
- ShowsMediumSupper Moment 'Thank You World' Tour – Macau Exclusive EditionThe Venetian ArenaNov21
- ShowsMediumWilliam Chan Crazy PartyStudio City Event CenterNov21
- ShowsMediumYue Yunpeng & Sun Yue Crosstalk Show 2026 – MacaoThe Londoner ArenaNov21
- ShowsHeartstrings at the PianoMacao Cultural CentreNov22
- ShowsXian Xinghai International Showcase for Young PianistsRuins of St. Paul'sNov22
- ExhibitionsInternational Conference on Human-Engaged Computing (ICHEC 2026)23 – 26 Nov · Wynn MacauNov23
- ShowsMediumMC Cheung Tinfu E=MC² Live 2026 in Macau27 – 28 Nov · Galaxy ArenaNov27
- ExhibitionsWhisky Live & Fine Spirits Macau 202627 – 28 Nov · Grand Lisboa PalaceNov27
- Culture2026 Annual Arts Exhibition between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries28 Nov 2026 – 29 Jan 2027 · Taipa HousesNov28
- Sports20th Guangdong–Macao Cup (second leg, Macao)Macao Stadium (Olympic Complex)Nov28
- ShowsHi-Fi Un!corn 2026 LIVE HOUSE TOUR II IN MACAU <TELESCOPE>G Box (Galaxy Macau)Nov28
- ShowsMediumLINGORM <BORN TO FLY> 1st FANCON IN MACAOThe Londoner ArenaNov28
- ShowsSands China Performing Arts Programme Presents: Starry Symphony at the LawnThe Parisian MacaoNov28
- ShowsMediumThe Venetian Macao Presents: Return of SingerThe Venetian ArenaNov28
- Shows38th Macao International Music Festival – Tan Dun Conducts Beethoven's Ninth and NineMacao Cultural CentreNov28
- Shows38th Macao International Music Festival – Tan Dun Conducts Mozart and BeethovenMacao Cultural CentreNov29
- Sports2026 CTA Tour SJM Professional Finals (Macao)30 Nov – 6 Dec · Macau Tennis AcademyNov30
- CultureEast-West Contemplations: A Retrospective of Mio Pang Fei4 Jul – 29 Nov · Macao Museum of ArtJul4
- CultureMacao · In the Global Spotlight1 Sept 2026 – 31 Jul 2027 · Cinematheque·PassionSept1
- CultureDiscover Ancient China in Cultural and Creative Products – Macao Exhibition15 Sept 2026 – 28 Feb 2027 · Macau ForumSept15
- ExhibitionsDream Voyage @Galaxy Resort: Gao Xiaowu's Art Exhibition18 Sept – 17 Nov · Galaxy MacauSept18
- ExhibitionsSJM Presents 'Legacy of Light and Craft' Lantern Art Exhibition19 Sept – 15 Nov · Grand Lisboa PalaceSept19
- ExhibitionsWynn Signature – 2026 Hypercar Exhibition23 Sept – 22 Nov · Wynn PalaceSept23
- CultureThe Empress Regnant – Wu Zetian and the Divine Capital of Luoyang24 Sept 2026 – 28 Feb 2027 · Macao Museum (Mount Fortress)Sept24
- ExhibitionsLuminous Brilliance: The Artistry of Zibo Liuli1 Oct 2026 – 31 Mar 2027 · MGM MacauOct1
- CultureArts Around Anim'Arte – Weekend Arts Party2 Oct – 27 Dec · Nam Van Lakeside (Anim'Arte)Oct2
- Culture38th Macao International Music Festival2 Oct – 29 Nov · Macao Cultural CentreOct2
- FestivalsBroadway Weekend Local Market3 Oct – 29 Nov · Broadway MacauOct3
- FestivalsStudio Creepy 39 Oct – 22 Nov · Studio City Event CenterOct9
- Culture38th Macao International Music Festival – 'Where Culture Flourishes, Happiness Happens' Piano Around Town10 Oct – 22 Nov · Lilau Square (24 Oct–6 Nov); Leisure Area of Edif. Wang Hoi & Wang Kin (7–22 Nov)Oct10
- Culture38th Macao International Music Festival – 'Where Culture Flourishes, Happiness Happens' Street Eco-Percussion10 Oct – 22 Nov · Leisure Area in Praça de Jorge Álvares (24 Oct–6 Nov); Dr. Carlos d'Assumpção Park (7–22 Nov)Oct10
- CultureUrban Romance: Exhibition of Works by Macao Writers20 Oct 2026 – 31 Dec 2027 · The House of Macao LiteratureOct20
- CultureA Century of Iec Long Firecracker Factory in Radiance: An Exhibition on the Resonant History and Aesthetic Memory of Macao Firecrackers31 Oct – 29 Nov · The Shoppes at Four SeasonsOct31
- FestivalsZO&FRIENDS 1st Pop-up in Macau31 Oct – 15 Nov · Grand Lisboa PalaceOct31
- Culture38th Macao International Music Festival – Music on the Big Screen: Cinematheque．Passion7 – 28 Nov · Cinematheque·PassionNov7
- FestivalsSands Macao Full Throttle12 – 22 Nov · Sands MacaoNov12
- ExhibitionsStartup Fest (Macao) 202612 – 14 Nov · Macau TowerNov12
- Exhibitions12th World Women University Presidents Forum12 – 16 Nov · TBCNov12
- ShowsEstimated2nd Chinese Culture Performances SeasonDate not announcedNov1
December 2026
- Exhibitions2026 Global Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing and Electronics Expo3 – 5 Dec · Cotai ExpoDec3
- ShowsMediumCrowd Lu HeartBreakFast Concert 2026 ver.4 – 6 Dec · The Venetian ArenaDec4
- ExhibitionsMacao International Spine Conference and International UBE Conference4 – 6 Dec · The Londoner MacaoDec4
- ShowsMacao Orchestra – Philip Glass’s Minimalism4 – 5 Dec · Mandarin's HouseDec4
- ShowsMediumMGM Chef Nic Gastronomusic Fest 20265 – 6 Dec · MGM CotaiDec5
- FestivalsLight Up Macao 20265 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027 · Various locations (to be announced)Dec5
- Shows2026 OMEGA X ASIA TOUR [BEYOND] IN MACAUG Box (Galaxy Macau)Dec5
- SportsHigh2026 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International MarathonMacao Stadium (Olympic Complex)Next key date 2 Dec Bib and chip pick-up (2–5 Dec, Broadway Macau, M floor)Dec6
- Exhibitions2026 IEEE Global Communications Conference (GLOBECOM 2026)7 – 11 Dec · Cotai ExpoDec7
- Exhibitions2026 Christmas Shopping Fair and 7th Mother, Baby & Kids Fair11 – 13 Dec · Cotai ExpoDec11
- ShowsLUKA ŠULIĆ LIFE WORLD TOUR MACAOThe Londoner TheatreDec12
- ShowsUAU 2026 FANCON [Playlist #Your Youth] in MacauG Box (Galaxy Macau)Dec12
- ShowsMedium2026 WeiBird 'HI WE1' World Tour – MacaoThe Londoner ArenaDec12
- Festivals2026 Christmas Market18 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027 · Tap Seac SquareDec18
- CultureMacao Rhapsody – Concert for the 27th Anniversary of Macao's ReturnMacao Cultural CentreDec18
- ShowsThe Adventures of ALICE @ Grand Lisboa Palace19 – 31 Dec · Grand Lisboa PalaceDec19
- ShowsMacao Orchestra 2026-27 Season Concert – Concert in Celebration of the 27th Anniversary of Macao’s Return to the Motherland: Music X SportsMacao Cultural CentreDec19
- Shows2026 VERIVERY CONCERT <GIVE ME FIVE, KEEP THAT VIBE> IN MACAUG Box (Galaxy Macau)Dec19
- ShowsMediumHins Cheung x Macao Chinese Orchestra: Unplugged24 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027 · The Londoner ArenaNext key date 7 Dec Ticket collection opensDec24
- ShowsChantel Yiu Live Concert 2026 MacauG Box (Galaxy Macau)Dec26
- Showsicyball 'Sorry' Live in MacaoThe Londoner TheatreDec26
- Exhibitions2026 LVUP.ACG Anime & Game Festival (Macao)26 – 27 Dec · Macao Science CenterDec26
- SportsEASL 2026-27 Group B: Macau Hou Chon vs Busan KCC EgisTBCDec29
- CultureMacao Orchestra 2027 New Year's Concert: TAO Dance Theater x Macao OrchestraMacao Cultural CentreDec31
- CultureEstimatedMacau 8 Minutes: Premiere of Three Short FilmsDate not announced · Studio CityDec1
January 2027
- ShowsMacao Orchestra – Notre-Dame de Paris Titular Organist Vincent Dubois in ConcertMacau CathedralJan16
- Exhibitions56th Wedding, Banquet, Beauty and Jewellery Expo22 – 24 Jan · Macau Fisherman's Wharf Convention and Exhibition CenterJan22
- FestivalsTap Seac Lunar New Year Fair 202730 Jan – 6 Feb · Tap Seac SquareJan30
- ShowsMacao Chinese Orchestra – “Spring Wishes in Harmony” New Year ConcertMacau CathedralJan30
- ShowsMacao Orchestra 2026-27 Season Concert – Tribute to Beethoven: Two Enduring ClassicsMacao Cultural CentreJan30
- ExhibitionsEstimated2027 Lunar New Year Shopping & Food ExpoDate not announced · Cotai ExpoJan8
- ExhibitionsEstimatedMega Sale Carnival (Early 2027)Date not announced · Macau Fisherman's Wharf Convention and Exhibition CenterJan8
February 2027
- ShowsMacao Orchestra – Valentine’s Day Movie in ConcertFeb13
- ShowsMacao Orchestra – To the beloved God—Bruckner’s NinthMacau CathedralFeb20
- FestivalsSevereEstimatedLunar New Year Parade and Fireworks 2027Date not announced · Macao Peninsula and Taipa (2026 arrangements)Feb8
- ReligiousEstimatedProcession of the Passion of Our Lord, the God Jesus (2027)Date not announced · Macau CathedralFeb13
March 2027
- Shows“Chinese Music 360°” Orchestra Immersion13 – 14 Mar · Macao Cultural CentreMar13
- ShowsMacao Orchestra 2026-27 Season Concert – Beethoven and Mahler: Unfinished SymphoniesMacao Cultural CentreMar20
- ShowsMacao Orchestra – Easter Presents: Mozart’s RequiemSt. Dominic's ChurchMar25
- ExhibitionsEstimated2027 Baby Show & Child Education ExpoDate not announced · Macau Fisherman's Wharf Convention and Exhibition CenterMar5
- SportsMediumEstimatedSands China Macao International 10K 2027Date not announced · Starts at Sai Van Lake SquareMar7
- ExhibitionsEstimatedAsia Pacific Wedding Expo 2027 (Spring)Date not announced · Macau TowerMar12
- ExhibitionsEstimated2027 Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition (MIECF)Date not announced · Cotai ExpoMar18
- FestivalsHighEstimatedMacao International Parade 2027Date not announced · Ruins of St. Paul's to Sai Van Lake (2026 route)Mar21
April 2027
- Exhibitions13th Fisherman's Wharf Double Up Shopping Carnival & 28th Smart Baby and Kids Products Expo9 – 11 Apr · Macau Fisherman's Wharf Convention and Exhibition CenterApr9
- Exhibitions15th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo23 – 25 Apr · Cotai ExpoApr23
- Shows“Blossom and Flourish” Elite ConcertMacao Cultural CentreApr25
- ShowsMacao Orchestra 2026-27 Season Concert – Beethoven the Giant: Emperor and FateMacao Cultural CentreApr30
- CultureEstimated37th Macao Arts FestivalDate not announced · Macao Cultural CentreApr23
Resident shows and permanent exhibits
Resident shows, timed displays and permanent exhibitions run every day and are not counted in crowd levels.
- ShowsMACAU 2049Shows at 15:00 (from 1 August) · MGM CotaiResident
- CultureDream EntranceOpen 24 hours · City of DreamsResident
- ShowsCrystal Lobby ShowMon–Thu 12:15–21:45; Fri–Sun and public holidays 10:15–23:45; every 30 minutes · Galaxy MacauResident
- ShowsLaseramaDaily 19:45–22:15, every 30 minutes · Galaxy MacauResident
- ShowsGalaxy Macau Diamond ShowMon–Thu 12:00–22:00; Fri–Sun and public holidays 10:00–24:00; every 30 minutes · Galaxy MacauResident
- ShowsThe House of Dancing WaterShows every week, usually dark on Mondays and Tuesdays; times may change around holidays · City of DreamsResident
- CultureThe Lisboa, Stories of Macau11:00–19:00 (last entry 18:00) · Grand Lisboa PalaceResident
- ShowsChanging of the GuardTue–Thu 18:00 and 20:30; Fri–Sun and public holidays 16:00, 18:00 and 20:30; no shows on Mondays · The Londoner MacaoResident
- ShowsLondoner Light and Sound SpectacularNightly 19:30–23:30, every hour · The Londoner MacaoResident
- CultureFondant Art ExhibitionDaily, 12:00–20:00 · MGM CotaiResident
- CultureMechanical Flipping Matrix Kinetic Art InstallationResident · MGM CotaiResident
- ShowsSea OdysseyDaily at 13:00, 15:00, 16:30 and 18:00 · MGM CotaiResident
- ShowsEiffel Tower Grand Illumination ShowDaily 18:15–24:00, every 15 minutes · The Parisian MacaoResident
- CultureStreet Steel – Heavy Metal Bike Gallery MacauOpen 24 hours · Sands MacaoResident
- CultureteamLab SuperNature MacaoDaily 11:00–19:00 (last entry 18:15); see the official schedule for closing days · Cotai ExpoResident
- ShowsWynn Macau Performance LakeMon–Wed: every 30 minutes 12:00–22:00. Thu–Sun: every 30 minutes 12:00–19:00, every 20 minutes 19:00–22:00 · Wynn MacauResident
- ShowsTree of ProsperityOn display 12:00–18:50; rising show every half hour 19:00–22:00 · Wynn MacauResident
- ShowsWynn Palace Performance LakeDaily: every 30 minutes 12:00–18:00; every 20 minutes 18:00–24:00 · Wynn PalaceResident
Traffic hotspots
The bigger the dot, the more the spot is affected over the next 7 days.Macao traffic hotspots
- Cotai Strip areaAffected on 3 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Taxis and shuttles are hard to get when arenas empty (about 10–11:30pm)
After a show, take the Light Rapid Transit or walk to a nearby resort first
- Galaxy ArenaAffected on 3 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：An hour before doors open and when the show ends
- Along the Guia CircuitAffected on 1 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Roads along the circuit close or lose parking during Grand Prix week and its build-up and tear-down
Live updates：Transport Bureau (DSAT)
- Hengqin Port (Macao zone)Affected on 1 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Longer evening queues after big shows in Cotai
Live updates：Public Security Police
- Outer Harbour Ferry TerminalAffected on 1 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Tickets tight on Hong Kong holidays and during the Grand Prix; nearby circuit roads close
- The Londoner ArenaAffected on 1 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：An hour before doors open and when the show ends
- Border GateAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Busiest on the first morning of Mainland long holidays (arrivals) and the last evening (departures)
Eligible travellers can use the 24-hour Qingmao Port instead
Live updates：Public Security Police
- HZMB Macao PortAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Long queues for bridge shuttle buses on weekends and Hong Kong or Mainland holidays
Live updates：Public Security Police
- Macau Fisherman's WharfAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Festival evenings and weekends
- Macau International AirportAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：First and last days of long holidays
- Macau Tower and Nam Van LakeAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Fireworks, countdown and festival nights
- Olympic Complex (Taipa)Affected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Roads close from early morning for big races such as the marathon
Live updates：Transport Bureau (DSAT)
- Qingmao PortAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Open 24 hours; busier at night at the start and end of long holidays
Live updates：Public Security Police
- Rua do CunhaAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Afternoons on long holidays
- Ruins of St. Paul'sAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Most crowded from afternoon to dusk on long holidays; police may control foot traffic
Go before 9am or after 8pm
- Sai Van Lake SquareAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Evenings during outdoor events such as the Food Festival
- Senado Square and San Ma LoAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Evenings on holidays and festivals; busier during parades and the light festival
- Taipa Ferry TerminalAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：Busier at the start and end of Hong Kong holidays and around big Cotai shows
- Tap Seac SquareAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：During square events and festivals
- The Venetian ArenaAffected on 0 of the next 7 days
Usually busy：An hour before doors open and when the show ends
Holidays and border peaks
Macao
- Tue 8 DecFeast of the Immaculate Conception
- Sun 20 DecMacao SAR Establishment Day
- Mon 21 DecCompensatory day (civil service)
- Tue 22 DecWinter Solstice
- Thu 24 DecChristmas Eve
- Fri 25 DecChristmas Day
- Thu 31 DecNew Year's Eve (afternoon, civil service)
- Fri 1 JanNew Year's Day
- Fri 5 FebLunar New Year's Eve (afternoon
- Sat 6 FebLunar New Year's Day
- Sun 7 Feb2nd day of Lunar New Year
- Mon 8 Feb3rd day of Lunar New Year
- Tue 9 FebCompensatory day (civil service)
- Wed 10 FebCompensatory day (civil service)
- Fri 26 MarGood Friday
- Sat 27 MarHoly Saturday
- Mon 29 MarCompensatory day (civil service)
- Mon 5 AprChing Ming Festival
- Sat 1 MayLabour Day
- Mon 3 MayCompensatory day (civil service)
Mainland
Mainland China's official 2027 holiday schedule is not out yet; these dates are estimates
- Fri 1 JanNew Year's DayEstimated
- Sat 2 JanNew Year holidayEstimated
- Sun 3 JanNew Year holidayEstimated
- Fri 5 FebSpring Festival (Eve)Estimated
- Sat 6 FebSpring Festival (Day 1)Estimated
- Sun 7 FebSpring Festival (Day 2)Estimated
- Mon 8 FebSpring Festival (Day 3)Estimated
- Tue 9 FebSpring Festival holidayEstimated
- Wed 10 FebSpring Festival holidayEstimated
- Thu 11 FebSpring Festival holidayEstimated
- Fri 12 FebSpring Festival holidayEstimated
- Sat 3 AprQingming holidayEstimated
- Sun 4 AprQingming holidayEstimated
- Mon 5 AprQingming FestivalEstimated
Hong Kong
- Fri 25 DecChristmas Day
- Sat 26 DecThe first weekday after Christmas Day
- Fri 1 JanThe first day of January
- Sat 6 FebLunar New Year's Day
- Mon 8 FebThe third day of Lunar New Year
- Tue 9 FebThe fourth day of Lunar New Year
- Fri 26 MarGood Friday
- Sat 27 MarThe day following Good Friday
- Mon 29 MarEaster Monday
- Mon 5 AprChing Ming Festival