Shi Fu Miz Festival - Autumn 2019
2019-10-26 - 2019-10-27 | Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Shi Fu Miz Festival returns to Hong Kong this October for its fifth iteration. On October 26 and 27, 2019, the beloved boutique festival will once again settle its sound system on Cheung Chau, a small island just 30 minutes from the mainland by ferry. There, near the island’s idyllic golden sand beaches, three stages will unfold in the grasses of Sai Yuen Farm. The musical programme once again centers around house and techno and will be sidelined by plenty of dusk till dawn activities like yoga, workshops, tattoos, street art and martial arts.
Since its inception in 2016, the festival has rapidly grown and now welcomes an intimate audience of 2,000. After seeing first hand the demand for intelligent electronic music, a lack of platforms to showcase these kinds of artists, and a desire to grow the regional music scene, since 2019 Shi Mu Fiz has evolved into a biannual event. It has now become synonymous with eclectic and forward-thinking artists who push the boundaries of electronic music in a mystical setting that evokes feelings of inclusivity and freedom. Most importantly, this year, the festival will further its commitment to sustainability by holding eco-talks and beach cleanups, as well as setting new goals towards its journey to becoming zero-waste. Unifying a tribe of people responsible for and sensitive to environmental issues, Shi Fu Miz looks to become a sustainable exemplary by being a low waste event that forbids the use of plastics bottles on site. Festivalgoers are instead encouraged to bring their own reusable bottle and take advantage of the free water dispensers scattered across the site.
Other initiatives will be introduced this year include replacing the plastic bags usually found in rubbish bins with biodegradable bags. Stages and decoration will also be built up of recycled and upcycled materials. Finally, the festival is encouraging its guests to seek out more information surrounding sustainability by participating in eco-talks, eco-workshops, and more. Shi Fu Miz Festival is a music and art project created by the Hong Kong-based creative agency: FuFu and the music collective La Mamie’s from France. Their mantra is to offer a varied program of worldwide electronic music combining live music, DJ sets and original cultural activities around art in a humanized festival, where the spirit of the well-being is the keyword.
Saturday’s line-up includes Camion Bazar, CARISTA, Club Kowloon, Josey Rebelle, KiNK (live), La Mamie’s, LB aka LABAT, Lena Willikens, Max Davis, Mengzy, Peach b2b Shanti Celeste, Or:la, Stephen Andarakis, Utopia Hong Kong and Yukari BB. Sunday is filled with the following: Elise, Jazzanova (DJ Set by Alex Barck), Johnny Hiller, KiNK (live), K-Melo, La Mamie’s, LB aka LABAT, Marcellus Pittman Unirhythm, Midori / Menace, Ocean Lam, ROAM Selectors, Zepa Records and 7Elevn.
When: Saturday and Sunday, October 26 and 27, 2019
Where: Sai Yuen Farm, Cheung Chau Island, Hong Kong
How much: Two-day pass – HKD $680 + fees (regular tickets), HKD $880 + fees (last chance tickets)
Day pass – HKD $480 + fees (regular tickets), HKD $580 + fees (last chance tickets)
Free for kids under 12 years old (accompanied by an adult)
For more information and ticketing, check here

33rd Macao International Music Festival: Encounter Four Seasons
2019-10-26 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
Hailed as “one of the top ensembles of today” by CNN, Sejong Soloists has established itself as a first-class string orchestra renowned for its exceptional dynamic style with ranges of quartet-like precision to full orchestra resonance, and is highly praised for its diverse performances, documentaries and recordings.
From the masterworks of Bach, Mozart and Tchaikovsky to eclectic programmes with 20th century masterpieces and music by distinguished living composers, the ensemble has performed all over the world with renowned solo artists in major music halls and festivals. Sejong Soloists served as ensemble-in-residence at the Aspen Music Festival and School from 1996 to 2005, and as host ensemble for the Great Mountains International Music Festival and School in Pyongyang, Republic of Korea, since its inception from 2004 through 2010.
Sejong Soloists teams up with charismatic Bulgarian violinist Svetlin Roussev and the sensitive, emotional and powerful Korean pianist Yeol Eum Son to perform the Double Concerto in D minor by Mendelssohn. Programme includes A. Webern’s Langsamer Satz, A. Piazzolla’s, The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, and Mendelssohn’s, Concerto for Piano, Violin and Strings in D Minor, MWV O4 (“Double Concerto”). It takes approximately one hour and 50 minutes, including an interval.
When: 8:00pm, Saturday, October 26, 2019
Where: Small Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $200–250
For more information, check the event’s official website

The Dark Circus Halloween Party
2019-10-26 | China Rouge, Galaxy Macau, Cotai, Macau, Macau, Macau
As the night descends, inhibitions are set free. Immerse yourself in the surreal underworld of The Dark Circus at China Rouge and let the troupe lead you on an adventure marked by unbridled desires and curious spectacles. Get into the spirit and bask in three devilishly delicious cocktails–Demon’s Blood, Venom Spider, and Maleficent Kiss specially crafted for the night.
China Rouge is one of Macau’s most lavish and exclusive bars. With live music, original in-house cocktails and a mysterious vibe, it’s the perfect place to head for a Halloween party this season!
When: 9:00pm–3:00am, Saturday, October 26, 2019
Where: China Rouge, G001, G/F, Galaxy Macau, Cotai
How much: MOP $250 minimum spend per person
For reservations please call +853 8883 2221 or send an email to chinarouge@galaxyentertainment.com

33rd Macao International Music Festival: Peter Broderick
2019-10-27 | Taipa Houses – Museum, Taipa, Macau
Peter Broderick is an American-born multi-instrumentalist and singer, now based in Ireland. Aside from collaborations with M. Ward, Laura Gibson, Dolorean, Efterklang, Nils Frahm, Greg Haines, David Allred and many more, Broderick has recorded several acclaimed albums of solo material, ranging from sparse classical compositions or homemade folk music to piano and voice recordings – constantly experimenting with different musical genres and making his name as an increasingly essential artist in today’s musical panorama.
Along with some of the most prestigious venues across the world, Broderick has also performed in festivals like Roskilde Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, Misty Fest, CTM Festival, Green Man, Supersonic Festival and OFF Festival. In 2017, Broderick was invited to compose music for the animation short film Two Balloons. This film has circulated in film festivals around the world and racked up countless awards and accolades including Best Original Music Score at the New Renaissance Film Festival in Amsterdam. The show takes approximately one hour and 15 minutes without intervals and programme includes the artist’s The Reconnection, Below It, Up Niek Mountain. There is a post-show talk after the performance.
When: 8:00pm, Sunday, October 27, 2019
Where: Amphitheatre, Taipa Houses–Museum, Avenida da Praia, Taipa
How much: MOP $200
For more information, check the event’s official website

The Haunted Curse Halloween Party ft. Nirvana Tribute
2019-10-31 | Club Cubic, Estr. do Istmo, Macau, Cotai, Macau
Get thrilled on this Halloween at our Haunted Curse Halloween Party, a hauntingly Rock Halloween feat. Nirvana Tribute to Kurt Cobain (25th anniversary tour). The darkness awaits you in the Estrada do Istmo Forest, where you unveil the secret behind the curse that was born from the extreme sorrow and rage from the tree demons and devils.
Get lost in the horror forest, find out why victims kept disappearing. Conquer your deepest fears and help find the missing ones together on 31st October (Thursday) at the dark and creepy path. Nirvana Tribute is the world renowned No.1 international touring tribute band that has toured more than a dozen countries including USA, Serbia, Croatia, UK, Holland and Turkey to mention just a few.
When: Thursday, October 31, 2019
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: MOP $300 per person
For more information, call +853 6638 4999, email rsvp@cubic-cod.com or check the event’s Facebook page

50th Caritas Macau Charity Bazaar
2019-11-02 - 2019-11-03 | Nam Van Nautical Lake Center, Lago Nam Van, Macau , Macau, +853, Macau
“With Love, We Come Together”, is the theme of this year’s Caritas Macau Charity Bazaar. The event features game booths and food stalls run respectively by many of the city’s major private companies, public departments, and civil-society organisations. There is also a charity sale, a raffle draw, flag-selling and various stage performances.
Throughout two days of fun and activities for the whole family, the most important goal is to raise funds for Caritas Macau to support its social-service work. Last year, the bazaar attracted more than 50,000 participants and raised more than MOP7.5 million.
When: November 2 (2:00pm–11:00pm) and 3 (11:30am–10:00pm), 2019
Where: Nautical Centre Nam Van Lake, Lago Nam Van, Macau and Anim’Arte Nam Van, 744B Avenida Panorâmica do Lago Nam Van, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 2893 3255, send an email to fundraising@caritas.org.mo, check their website or the event’s Facebook page

“Enchanting Tunes from the Screen” – Wen Fengchao and the Macao Chinese Orchestra
2019-11-03 | Broadway Macau, AVENIDA MARGINAL FLOR DE LOTUS, COTA, Macau
This concert presents a repertoire of enchanting soundtracks from contemporary films and television series, allowing the audience to relive the compelling stories of these audio-visual productions acoustically. The concert programme features a list of compositions in various styles, ranging from thunderous to spectacular, or mysterious to graceful, all of which are to be presented in the form of a musical ensemble, concerto or vocal performance. Each of the compositions has its own distinctive artistic style and spices up the respective audio-visual production. This is an absolutely exquisite audio-visual feast that music aficionados should not miss!
When: 8:00pm, Sunday, November 3, 2019
Where: Broadway Theatre, Broadway Macau, Avenida Marginal Flor de Lotus, Cotai
How much: MOP $100—$200
For more information, check here

19th Macau Food Festival
2019-11-08 - 2019-11-24 | Sai Van Lake Square, Macau
Every year around November, the Macau Food Festival–located in the rotunda opposite the Macau Tower–attracts local residents and visitors tempted by delicious Asian, European, Mainland Chinese, and local delicacies. Liberally salted with exciting live entertainment, games and beer competitions, this food fest has become a firm favorite for its uninhibited, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere of street stalls, booths, and tents. The event is organized by the United Association of Food and Beverage Merchants of Macau.
When: November 8–24, 2019
Monday–Thursday – 5:00pm–11:00pm, Friday–Sunday – 3:00pm–00:00am
Where: Sai Van Lake Square, Largo da Torre de Macau, Macau
How much: Free admission (each dish has its own pricing)
For more information, call +853 2857 5765 or check here

Macao Baroque Music Festival V: The Four Seasons
2019-11-08 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
Alliance Française de Macao presents—Baroque Music Festival 5th anniversary concert “The Four Seasons”. Enjoy an evening of music on the 9th of November at the small auditorium of Macao Cultural Centre. The Four Seasons by Astor Piazzolla and Antonio Vivaldi with maestro Lio Kuokman and the Baroque Festival Orchestra.
Combining Vivaldi and Piazzolla together, underlines the cultural differences between Mediterranean Europe and the heart of South America. Baroque Music that grooves, tangos flushed with 18th century’s flair, Maestro Lio Kuokman joints Baroque Music with Tango through the stage of the opening concert of the Macao Baroque Music Festival.
When: 8:00pm, Friday, November 8, 2019
Where: Small Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $130–$180
For more information, check the organizer’s website or the event’s Facebook page

Kulukati Live at The Roadhouse Macau
2019-11-11 - 2019-11-17 | The Roadhouse Macau, Galaxy Macau, Broadway, Macau, Macau
A hard rock band from the Philippines, Kulukati is back at The Roadhouse Macau by popular demand. With Ado Bantula’s voice as powerful as a roaring engine of a race car, punchy drums, guitars and outstanding Led Zeppelin covers, Kulukati won the hearts of Macau’s hardcore rock fans. After their first performance, followed by many rave reviews and requests, Kulukati is coming back to play during Macau Grand Prix week.
Vocalist frontman Ado Bantula and the power trio of bassist Erick Reyes, drummer Lloyd Gonzal, and guitarist Kit Mendoza have played together for more than a decade. Individually, they have also shared local and international stages with established Original Pinoy Music rock legends. Having developed their craft on the fringes of public attention, they are hungry to deliver their own music to a broader audience.
When: 9:00pm–2:00am, November 11–17, 2019
Where: The Roadhouse Macau, E-G016-G019 Broadway Food Street, Broadway Macau, Avenida Marginal Flor De Lotus, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For reservations, call +853 2875 2945 or check the event’s Facebook page

Winter Wonderland at Sands Resorts Macao
2019-11-14 - 2020-01-02 | Parisian Macao, Estrada do Istmo, Lote 3 Cotai Strip, Macao SAR, Macau, Macau
Warm things up at Sands Resorts Macao this winter with a wide range of celebrations, entertainment, accommodation and shopping offers plus dining for visitors to enjoy from November 14, 2019 to January 10, 2020. With a stunning inverted Christmas tree, attractive shopping and room offers, Sands Resorts Macao is the perfect destination for a magical Winter Wonderland getaway.
At The Venetian Macao, visitors are enchanted by dazzling Winter Wonderland decorations throughout the lagoon area from November 15, 2019 to January 2, 2020, including a magnificent 48-foot Christmas tree and Christmas train featuring Santa and his grotto ready to welcome visitors. Sands Resorts Macao also welcomes back its signature 3D light and sound spectacular, projecting festive themed images including a tribute to the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region onto The Venetian Macao’s 43,000-square-feet façade. The state-of-the-art animated show runs every 30 minutes nightly from November until January as well.
Guests can also send Christmas greetings from the “Venice Post” corner by the lagoon and take photos with Santa! Meanwhile, at The Parisian Macao, visitors can enjoy a snowy wonderland and interactive decorations with a light show and dazzling color scheme. There are magnificent lighting all around The Parisian Forecourt, with all-new outdoor decorations throughout the gardens and Eiffel Tower offering perfect photo opportunities. The centrepiece is an amazing inverted 50-foot Christmas tree at the rotunda lobby.
The Eiffel Tower’s Grand Illumination Show Christmas Edition runs over the festive season, while highlights also include a dazzling 3D light and sound spectacular–La Magie De Noël–which delights audiences by projecting beautiful festive images on the sky ceiling of the Place Vendôme at Shoppes at Parisian, every hour from noon to 9:00pm.
Guests and visitors can celebrate New Year’s Eve at Sands Resorts Macao with the biggest free countdown celebration along the Cotai Strip. Taking place at The Venetian Macao’s lagoon area and The Parisian Macao’s Le Jardin, the evening will include live music, festive food and drink, giveaways and more. There’s also a spectacular countdown concert at Cotai Arena on New Year’s Eve. The largest luxury duty-free shopping experience in Macau with over 850 fashion and lifestyle outlets, Sands Shoppes’ exclusive Winter Shopping Rewards offers shoppers an unbeatable deal. Spend at two different stores and redeem up to a maximum of MOP $10,000 worth of shopping vouchers to use at all participating outlets at Sands Shoppes.
When: November, 2019–January, 2020
Winter Wonderland decorations – November 15–January 2, 2020
La Magie De Noël – 12:00pm–9:00pm, November 14, 2019–January 2, 2020
Eiffel Tower’s Grand Illumination Show Christmas Edition – November 14, 2019–January 2, 2020
Santa at The Venetian Macao – November 15–December 25, 2019
Where: The Parisian Macao, Estrada do Istmo, Lote 3, Cotai and The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For more information and bookings, check their website

Tap Siac Craft Market 2019
2019-11-15 - 2019-11-24 | Tap Seac Square, Tap Seac Square, Macau, Macau, Macau
The Tap Siac Craft Market is held from November 15 to 17 and 22 to 24 at Tap Siac Square. Inaugurated in 2008, the Tap Siac Craft Market has been a platform for cultural and creative practitioners to display and sell their products. It has become a famous cultural and creative market and has attracted local and overseas creative talents to participate. This edition of the “Tap Siac Craft Market” features over 220 handicraft and creative gastronomy stalls, showcasing a diverse range of creative products by cultural and creative practitioners from Macau and Asian regions. Concurrently, music performances and handicraft workshops will be held for the public to enjoy diversified activities.
When: November 15–17 and 22–24, 2019
Where: Tap Seac Square, Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, check their Facebook page

Gianluca Vacchi Performs at The 66th Macau Grand Prix After Party
2019-11-15 | Club Cubic, Estr. do Istmo, Macau, Cotai, Macau
The most anticipated Grand Prix After Party in Macau is here! On their 66th edition, Cubic is thrilled to have Gianluca Vacchi! Born in Italy, the life-loving business entrepreneur-turned-DJ-and-artist is known for his enviable lifestyle showcasing his affinity for fashion, fitness, extravagant destinations and DJing.
With a long list of high-profile celebrity friends and passion for dance music, he has rapidly become a major name in the Latin electronic scene, owns residency at XS Nightclub, Intrigue Nightclub, Encore Beach Club. He’s also performed at Tomorrowland. Get up close and get wild with the social media sensation as he debuts at the 66th Macau Grand Prix After Party and drops his mighty “Trump-It” and “Viento” on November 1
mber 15.
When: Friday, November 15, 2019
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: MOP $300 per person
For more information, call +853 6638 4999, email rsvp@cubic-cod.com or check the event’s Facebook page

Lil Jon Performs at The 66th Macau Grand Prix Party Week
2019-11-16 | Club Cubic, Estr. do Istmo, Macau, Cotai, Macau
The legend is back! King of Crunk, Grammy Award-winning hip hop artist, music producer & actor, Lil Jon has been one of the most prominent figures in music. Widely known for his platinum-selling production, Jon has crafted groundbreaking hits for a diverse array of artists such as Usher, Ciara, The Ying Yang Twins and more, he has also sold millions of records as the frontman of Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz. Smash hits “Get Low” and “What U Goin’ Do” have been among the biggest crossover hip-hop hits.
Extending his presence in both hip-hop and electronic dance music worlds, he continued to release singles including “My Cutie Pie” with T-Pain, “Problem” with Snoop Dog, “Live the Night” with W&W and Hardwell and “Turn Down For What” with DJ Snake. Go wild & rock the night with the legend!
When: 10:00pm–6:00am, Saturday, November 16, 2019
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: MOP $250 (in advance), MOP $380 (at the door)
For more information, call +853 6638 4999, email rsvp@cubic-cod.com or check the event’s Facebook page
For ticketing, click here

Sofitel Macau Salsa Party
2019-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16, 201 R. do Visc. Paco de Arcos, Macau, Macau
Are you ready for the next Salsa party? Celebrate two years of Salsa Association in Macau, with unlimited flow of wines, drinks, and delicious tapas, come and dance to the rhythms of Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and Latin dance hits! On December 6th, they heat up the chilly Autumn night with Latin dance vibes!
They have a free Salsa dance lesson early in the night for beginners and experienced dancers alike. Watch performances from Macau’s most passionate Salsa dancers. It’s their final Big Sofitel Salsa Bash for 2019! Don’t miss this Autumn night to remember!
When: Friday, 6:00pm–11:00pm, December 6, 2019
Where: Mansion Lobby, 1/F, Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16, Rua do Visconde Paço de Arcos, Macau
How much: MOP $200 per person
For more information, check the Facebook event page

Along With the Musical Joy: Annual Gala & Gathering
2019-11-20 | Dom Pedro V. Theatre, Macau
Macao Orchestra is heralding its new concert season with a night of bagatelles, or short pieces, at the historic Dom Pedro V Theatre. The chamber music showcase performance lasts for approximately one hour with no interval, and is followed by a cocktail reception.
When: 7:30pm, Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Where: Dom Pedro V Theatre, Largo de Santo Agostinho, Macau
How much: Admission is free upon presentation of ticket
For mor information, call 853 2853 0782, send an email to ocm@icm.gov.mo or check their website

Clockenflap Hong Kong's Music & Arts Festival 2019
2019-11-22 - 2019-11-24 | Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
—- Clockenflap’s 2019 edition has been cancelled —-
Clockenflap – Hong Kong’s Music & Arts Festival – is back to its 2019 edition, this time confirming giants like Mumford & Sons, Honne, The Kooks and much more. It brings together a sparkling array of talent, unique attractions and music-loving fans that all adds up to the best weekend of the year.
When: Friday–Sunday, November 22–24, 2019
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, Hong Kong
How much: HKD $1,390–$1,640 (three-day pass), HKD $820–$970 (Friday), HKD $890–$1,050 (one day-pass for Saturday and Sunday)
For more information, check here and the event’s Facebook page, and for ticketing, click here

Music Theatre “Mr. Shi and His Lover”
2019-11-22 - 2019-11-24 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
Opera and theatre lovers will be allured into a web of deceit and betrayal throughout this elegant musical drama exploring notions of identity and desire. Co-produced by Macao Experimental Theatre and Toronto’s Music Picnic, Mr. Shi and his Lover engages the audience in an intimate portrayal of forgiveness and redemption, dissecting the intense love affair between a respected diplomat and a male opera performer.
This provocative tale departs from M. Butterfly’s classic narrative. Hovering teasingly between a play and a recital, this is a fine example of the finest Asian contemporary drama, amongst the best theatre ever produced in Macau!
When: Friday–Sunday, 8:00pm and 3:00pm (only on Sunday), November 22–24, 2019
Where: Small Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $180 per person
For more information, check the event’s Facebook page and for ticketing, click here

Fumiaki Miura Violin Recital
2019-11-23 | Institute for Tourism Studies, Colina de Mong-Há, Macau, Macau, Macau, 853, Macau
Fumiaki Miura began to play the violin at the age of three. He was the 2009 First Prize Winner of the International Joseph Joachim Violin Competition in Hannover, Germany, when aged just 16. In the decade since, he has performed with some of the world’s most prestigious orchestras, released his first recording of both Prokofiev Sonatas, featuring pianist Itamar Golan, and toured Japan with the Prague Philharmonia. The Japanese performer is bringing his violin to Macao this month for a performance suitable for those aged 6 and above.
When: 8:00pm, Saturday, November 23, 2019
Where: Grand Hall, Institute for Tourism Studies, Colina de Mong-Há, Macau
How much: MOP $120 per person
For more information and bookings, call +853 2825 2963 or 2855 5555, or send an email to macau.strings@gmail.com

Marshmello Live at Club Cubic
2019-11-23 | Club Cubic, Estr. do Istmo, Macau, Cotai, Macau
A name that needs no introduction. American electronic music DJ and producer, marshmello, first gained international recognition by releasing remixes of songs by Jack U & Zedd. He is best known for the songs “Happier”, “Friends”, “Wolves” and “Silence”, all of which have been certified multi-platinum and appeared in the Top 30 of Billboard Hot 100.
With more than two billion streams and over 40 million monthly listeners on Spotify, he’s the 4th most streamed artist in the world, his current residency is at KAOS day club and nightclub in Las Vegas. He has also performed in varies festivals including Ultra Music Festival, Coachella, EDC to name a few. Marshmello was featured in Forbes magazine “30 Under 30” issue, and has been awarded “Best Electronic” at MTV Europe Music Awards 2018 and “Dance Artist of the Year” at iHeartRadio Music Awards 2019.
When: 10:00pm–6:00am, Saturday, November 23, 2019
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: MOP $480 per person
For more information, call +853 6638 4999, email rsvp@cubic-cod.com or check the event’s Facebook page
For ticketing, click here

MGM Lion Dance Championship 2019
2019-11-23 - 2019-11-24 | MGM Cotai, Av. da Nave Desportiva, Macau, Macau, China, Macau
The “MGM Lion Dance Championship – Macau International Invitational 2019” takes place at MGM Theatre at Cotai, and continue to showcase the tremendously competitive art! The event is co-hosted by Wushu General Association of Macau, and supported by Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), Sports Bureau, Education and Youth Affairs Bureau (DSEJ) and Dragon & Lion Dances Federation of Asia.
The “MGM Lion Dance Championship – Macau International Invitational 2019” features lion dance troupes from 11 regions including China, Malaysia, Singapore, Chinese Taipei, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand, USA, Australia, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR. All best troupes will gather together for a test of skills and compete for the championship!
When: Saturday and Sunday, November 23 and 24, 2019
Saturday – 10:00am–1:00pm – Female Traditional Lion Dance Championship
2:30pm–3:15pm – Opening Ceremony
3:30pm–5:30pm – Junior Lion Dance Performance Competition
Sunday – 10:00am–4:00pm – Traditional Lion Dance Championship
4:15pm–5:00pm – Award Presentation
Where: MGM Theater at MGM Cotai, Avenida da Nave Desportiva, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For more information, check their website

This Is My City Festival 2019
2019-11-25 - 2019-11-30 | The Navy Yard No. 1, RUA DE S. TIAGO DA BARRA, MACAO, Macau, Macau
This Is My City festival kicks off its 2019 with concerts, talks, parties and much more. It starts with a photo installation, followed by a documentary screening, plus two more the next day, and music performances by Chinese band Wu Tiao Ren, but also locals Mowave, Ariclan, Aki, and Portuguese Surma and Conan Osiris. The festival ends with DJ Kitten’s performance at D2 club.
This year, the festival takes place in both Macau and Zhuhai, with two happenings in the neighbouring city, including a series of concerts and a live DJ set at a nightclub.
When: Monday–Saturday, November 25–30, 2019
Where: Navy Yard 2, Live Music Association, D2 Club, The London Lounge Zhuhai, Let’s Live House Zhuhai
How much: MOP $150 per day of Macau concerts, MOP $200 for a two-day pass
DJ Kitten performance in Zhuhai: RMB (early bird) $60, (at the door) $120

Macao Orchestra: Rhythm in your Rubbish
2019-12-01 | Macau Tower, Macau
Founded in Canada, the Platypus Theatre is a unique performing group active on the international music and theatre stages. They integrate music with theatre in a fanciful manner, weaving together fascinating storylines, fun and witty performances, and colourful stage design to popularise classical music to young audiences and let children grow their knowledge and cultivate their temperament in a cheerful setting.
In this concert, the Macao Orchestra invites music lovers, adults or children, to see how Rhythm in your Rubbish “creates miracles”, transmuting the bottles, jars, dishes, and sandpaper discarded by us in everyday life into various instruments that together play out a wonderful serenade. Indeed, music is everywhere in our lives!
When: 2:30pm and 5:30pm, Sunday, December 1, 2019
Where: Auditorium, Macau Tower, Largo da Torre de Macau, Macau
How much: MOP $120
For more information, check the event’s website and buy tickets here

My Merry X’mas! Taipa Village Christmas Fair
2019-12-01 - 2019-12-31 | Taipa Village Art Space, Taipa Village Art Space 10 Rua dos Clerigos, Taipa, Macau, Macau
This Christmas, Taipa Village Cultural Association collaborates with Mandarin Oriental, Macau to present the festive “My Merry X’mas! Taipa Village Christmas Fair” pop-up, where there is a great selection of Christmas confectionery, art and handicraft products on sale, the showcase of craftsmanship by local talents, as well as other interactive activities.
This pop-up aims to promote Macau’s cultural and creative industries and spread festive joy to everyone with a specially decorated Christmas atmosphere. Other than the usual sweet treats and handicrafts, there are also spa products, accessories, and stationery to peruse too. Interactive activities include face and portrait painting and Santa Claus is there as well to delight children and adults!
When: 12:00pm–8:00pm, December 1–31, 2019
Portrait painting – 2:00pm–6:00pm, every weekend within the event period
Face painting – 2:00pm–6:00pm, weekends of December 7 and 8, 14 and 15, 21 and 22, 2019
Santa Claus – 12:30–1:30pm and 7:30pm–8:30pm, December 21, 22 and 24, 2019
Where: Portrait and face painting – Taipa Village Art Space, 10 Rua dos Clérigos, Taipa Village
Santa Claus – António, Barcelona and Tapas de Portugal, Rua dos Clérigos, Taipa Village
How much: Free admission
Portrait painting – MOP $150–300
Face painting – MOP $50
For more information, check the event’s website or the event’s Facebook page

Studio City Christmas Bazaar 2019
2019-12-01 - 2019-12-31 | Studio City, STUDIO CITY MACAU, ESTRADA DO ISTMO, Macau, Macau
Celebrate the holidays at the Studio City Christmas Bazaar, underneath the glittering lights of our sparkling Golden Wheel. Explore over 40 booths full of food and drinks, art and crafts, and games. Nibble on tasty snacks as you shop for festive flowers, home décor and gifts to find your favourites to take home. There is hot chocolate, mulled wine, lighting decorations, fantasy characters and much more!
Share the joy of this festive season with free-to-play games, face painting, live performances and photo hotspots, as well as balloon and candy giveaways. There is a 50% off of a Golden Reel ticket with any spending at the Bazaar. Enjoy a romantic evening with your love this December at Studio City.
When: 5:00pm–10:00pm, December 1–31, 2019
Where: French Garden, Level 3, Studio City Macau, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For more information, check their website

ILCM x GCR Charity Christmas Fair 2019
2019-12-08 12:00 - 18:00 | Grand Coloane Beach Resort, 1918 Estrada de Hac Sa, Coloane, Macau
Join the International Ladies Club of Macau for their amazing Charity Christmas Fair organized together with Grand Coloane Resort! Join them on a Sunday, with friends and family, and see a multitude of Christmas gift ideas or simply just have a fun afternoon in the company of your loved ones for a great cause. There are vendors, a food corner, kids crafts, great entertainment, Santa’s visit, and many other surprises!
When: Sunday, 12:00pm–6:00pm, December 8, 2019
Where: Grand Coloane Resort, 1918 Estrada de Hac Sá, Coloane
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the event’s Facebook page

2019 Macao International Parade
2019-12-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Ruins of St. Paul’s, Macau, Macau
The 2019 Macao International Parade, in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Macau’s Handover to China, takes place on December 8. This year’s parade is themed on the cultures of the countries and regions along the Belt and Road Initiative, which covers the historical Silk Road and Maritime Silk Road, passing through Central Asia, Northern Asia, Western Asia, the Indian Ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea, among other regions. The route has a profound culture and historical background, encouraging artists to develop their creativity, broadening their international cultural horizons and promoting “Love, Peace and Cultural Integration”.
The parade provides Macau arts groups with an annual performance platform in order to amplify their creativity and showcase their creative talent while propelling the diverse development of the local cultural industries and creating an opportunity for the groups to interact with performing groups from different parts of the world. The parade route this year is basically the same as last year, starting at the Ruins of St. Paul’s and finishing at Sai Van Lake Square.
Participating groups may join the Parade as either a “Themed Parade Group” or as an “Artistic Parade Group”; the participating groups in the “Themed Parade Group” can refer to the list of the “One Belt, One Road” countries and regions, provided by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, to develop their own theme based on the culture or folklore from the countries and regions and present a performance in any kind of art forms, that does not exceed more than two minutes; while the “Artistic Parade Group” may give free play to their own artistic characteristics. Participants may also apply to join the “Art Promotion Mini Parade” and the “Community Art Program”, to be held on the days prior to the Parade, bringing different forms of culture and arts to local communities.
When: 3:00pm–7:00pm, Sunday, December 8, 2019
Where: Throughout Macau peninsula
Circuit: Ruins of St Paul’s → Rua de S. Paulo → Rua da Palha → Largo de S. Domingos → Senado Square → Travessa do Roquete → Rua da Sé → Calçada de S. João → Avenida da Praia Grande → Avenida Panorâmica do Lago Nam Van → Avenida Doutor Stanley Ho → Sai Van Lake Square
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the event’s official website or Facebook page, or call +853 2836 6866 or email them

Motown Magic Mondays at The Roadhouse Macau: Volume II
2019-12-09 - 2019-12-30 | The Roadhouse Macau, Galaxy Macau, Broadway, Macau, Macau
You asked for it and they listened! Motown Magic Mondays are back at The Roadhouse Macau and so are the positive vibes and funky vinyl sounds of DJ Rocklee & Co! To set your Monday night on fire, DJ Rocklee and his mates DJ Ted and DJ King G.N.S will be mixing all-time classics with future sound. We can guarantee you won’t be able to sit still. Put on your dancing shoes and bring your friends to dance!
Rocklee came from a deeply rooted authentic hip hop background. Collecting vinyl and dancing since he was 15, his passion for music eventually led him to DJing. He is a genre-bender that fuses timeless classics to future sound. Anything that is funky, groovy and soulful, Rocklee will drop into the mix. He has worked as the official DJ for countless dance competitions, opening for hip hop clubs and private events from weddings to pool parties. Currently, he is working independently and would play for hip hop nights in Club Cubic and around Hong Kong. As an independent artist, he curates deep rare sound instead of playing the same mainstream music you can hear in the top 40s.
A veteran DJ on the Macau nightlife scene, DJ Ted is known for his residency at the former Playboy Club and Lion’s Bar. King G.N.S. (FIVEPLUG/Chicago) got his start as a local DJ in Madison, Wisconsin in 2007. Through traditional apprenticeship, G.N.S learned solid scratch techniques and crafted his personal style of creative selection. Whether keeping the dance floor bouncing or providing acoustic ambiance for socializing in intimate or business settings, King G.N.S can comfortably mix any number of genres ranging from house, soul, funk, RnB, Hip Hop and disco to salsa, jazz, reggae, and breaks.
When: Every Monday, 10:00pm–2:00am, December 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2019
Where: The Roadhouse Macau, E-G016-G019 Broadway Food Street, Broadway Macau, Avenida Marginal Flor De Lotus, Cotai
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the Facebook event page

Macau Jazz Week 2019
2019-12-11 - 2019-12-15 | Dom Pedro V. Theatre, Macau
The Macau Jazz Week takes place from December 11 to 15 and it’s a free admission festival for all to appreciate music in its natural state. The opening concert: Ensemble Transience (International) features Macau musicians. Founded by Hong Kong guitarist and composer Teriver Cheung, the contemporary jazz chamber group, Ensemble Transience, merges jazz, classical and various styles with unlimited forms of instrumentation. Since 2015, this group has been touring international and receives enthusiastic feedback. For this very Macau Jazz Week, with conductor Ang Shao Wen and organist Kerong Chok from Singapore with drummer Hong Chanutr Techatana-nan from Thailand, Cheung will be playing works by himself and Chok, featuring Macau musicians: trumpeter Nelson Leung, oboist Tina Che, saxophonist Alex Cheng and Worktones String Quartet, and lifting the curtain of the Jazz Week entitled “The Sound of Pan Asia”. There is also a talk by Ang as conductor and Chok as composer, searching for the path of contemporary jazz in Asia.
Chok Kerong is an internationally renowned organist, pianist, and composer. He has released two albums, “Good Company” and “Tales They Told Me”, both of which feature his expansive songwriting and command of the organ. His current organ trio is considered to be one of the finest ensembles to emerge from Singapore, and the group’s music reflects the members’ dedication to swing, the blues and an aesthetic that favors authenticity above all. Expect uncompromising music that engages both heart and mind, presented with a startling depth of expression. The Kerong Chok Trio (Singapore) Concert happens on December 13.

The Vincent Ong Trio (Malaysia) ft. Jens Bunge (Germany) concert, takes place on December 14. Bassist Vincent Ong has been active in Malaysia and Asia region on both performing stage and recording studio, with profound experience and excellent performance skills, he’s back to the Jazz Week as a leader, featuring the legendary German harmonica player Jens Bunge: endorsed by Toots Thielemans and played with Art Farmer and Barbara Denneriein, etc. Bunge has issued either personal albums and is the exclusive sampling musician of various brands of music modules. Ong and Bunge give a unique performance of both original and classics with pianist Kom Wongsawrt (Thailand) and drummer Charles Wong. (Malaysia).
Chromatic harmonica is the instrument that Jen Bunge performs, with exquisite tone and unique skills. Bunge is invited to give a masterclass to introduce the harmonica and its application on jazz, on December 15. The closing event of this year’s jazz week is a jam session. This has become a compulsory Jazz Week event.
Local musicians perform with guests, and Macau guitarist Chan Hon Chong and Hong Kong guitarist Terry Yau participate. Join them at the beautiful Orient Foundation and have a laid-back Sunday with music of no boundaries! The concert finale happens on December 15. The Macau Jazz New Forces Concert by local groups debuted in 2015, as the largest platform in Macau. Macau Anglican College Big Band and Macau Jazz Orchestra will participate, while Macau Youth Chinese Orchestra is also invited to break the boundaries.
When: Opening concert – 8:00pm, Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Talk: The Path of Contemporary Jazz in Asia – 7:30pm, Thursday, December 12, 2019
Kerong Chok Trio (Singapore) concert – 8:00pm, Friday, December 13, 2019
Vincent Ong Trio (Malaysia) ft. Jens Bunge (Germany) concert – 8:00pm, Saturday, December 14, 2019
Jens Bunge jazz harmonica masterclass – 2:00pm, Sunday, December 15, 2019
Big jazz jam – 4:00pm, Sunday, December 15, 2019
Finale Concert: Macau Jazz New Forces Concert – 8:00pm, Sunday, December 15, 2019
Where: Concerts – Dom Pedro V Theatre, Largo de Santo Agostinho, Macau
Masterclass and jam session – Casa Garden, Orient Foundation, 13 Praça de Luís de Camões, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, send an email to info@macau-jazz.org

Tap Seac Christmas Market 2019
2019-12-19 - 2019-12-31 | Tap Seac Square, Tap Seac Square, Macau, Macau, Macau
The Christmas Market this year will be held in Tap Seac Square, Macao from 19 December to 31 December. Activities at the market include: Christmas gifts and refreshment stalls, stage shows, a parade, roving shows, children’s play facilities, a little Christmas train, Christmas artificial snow area, a merry-go-round, an inflatable castle, a Christmas wooden house, and a cloud-making machine! How can someone resist these?
When: December 19–31, 2019

2:00pm–00:00am, December 20–21, 25–25, 28 and 31, 2019
2:00pm–11:00pm on remaining days
Parade – 8:00pm–9:30pm, December 24 and 31, 2019
Roving shows – 3:30pm–5:00pm and 6:30pm–8:00pm
Where: Tap Seac Square, Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the event’s official page
