Are you a family of foodies? How about discovering an array of cuisines from around the world together? What about art exhibitions, or even an incredible winter carnival? All this is happening in November, so hurry up, round up the brood and enjoy these family events in Macau!
19th Macau Food Festival
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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
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
Bene Mercato: Comfort Food from Milano to Palermo
La Dolce Vita! This month, Bene’s Food & Wine Mercato is showcasing Comfort Food Classics, from Milan in the north all the way down to Palermo in the south. Taste the different flavors of authentic regional Italian cooking in a vibrant market atmosphere, with a vast selection of Italian wines, and interactive cooking stations. It’s a culinary journey where you can experience the flavors of Italy.
When: 6:00pm–11:00pm, Friday and Saturday, November 15 and 16, 2019
Where: Bene, Level 1, Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel, Cotai Central, Estrada do Istmo. s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $488 per adult, MOP $200 per child (aged between six and 12)
For more information, check their website
5th Macau Puppet Festival
Casa de Portugal is promoting the 5th Puppet Festival taking place in Macau. Through a series of fun, family-friendly and original events, kids and adults can have lots of fun and take the time to appreciate the mastery behind a puppet show. The festival consists of several performances, including Three Stories for Puppets, The Adventures of Zequinha and Alberto, the Cook.
When: 3:30pm–5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday, November 9 and 10, 2019
Where: Lou Lim Ieoc Garden, 10, Estrada de Adolfo Loureiro, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, check the organizer’s Facebook page
7th Latin American Cultural Festival
The “7th Latin American Cultural Festival” organized by the Macao Association for the Promotion of Exchange between Asia Pacific and Latin America (MAPEAL) is held from October 11 to November 30, 2019, in Macau. The participating countries of this year include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela. The festival consists of thirteen different cultural activities namely photo exhibitions, a gourmet food festival, cooking demonstrations, coffee and tea festival, Latin wine and spirits festival, but also a music and dance party, among other events!
Photo exhibitions include: “Latin American Historical Sites and Relics”, Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Parliamentary Relations Between China and Uruguay (1959-2019), “In Touch with Argentina” and “In Touch with Brazil”. The food festival integrates delicacies from Uruguay, Panama, Brazil, Peru, and Chile, while the cooking demonstrations by Latin American chefs happen for both chefs and students, but also the general public. There’s also a Macao-Latin Coffee and Tea Festival – “National Barista Champions Workshop” and much more to enjoy in the mega happening.
When: October 11–November 30, 2019
“Latin American Historical Sites and Relics” and Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Parliamentary Relations Between China and Uruguay (1959-2019) – October 11–17, 2019
“In Touch with Argentina” – October 18–24, 2019
“In Touch with Brazil” – November 1–11, 2019
Uruguayan Gastronomy Week – October 11–17, 2019
Panamanian Gastronomy Week – October 25–31, 2019
Brazilian Gastronomy Week – November 1–7, 2019
Peruvian Gastronomy Week – November 12–17, 2019
Chilean Gastronomy Week – November 18–24, 2019
Where: Macau Tower, Tromba Rija Restaurant, Macau University of Science and Technology, University of Macau, Rui Cunha Foundation, MGM Cotai
How much: Free admission for most events
The Latin American Gastronomy Week events cost MOP $175 and over
For more information, send an email to [email protected] or check the festival’s official website
Winter Wonderland at Sands Resorts Macao
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, and 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.
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
The 2nd Macao Winter Carnival
This year’s edition of the Macao Winter Carnival celebrates the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Macao SAR. The Carnival – now in its second year – will feature what the organisers call a “frosty paradise zone”, “mak mak maze”, “creativity cultural zone” and “Macao wine & dine area”.
When: 1:00pm–10:00pm, Friday–Sunday, October 31–December 1, 2019
Where: Adjacent to Macau Tower, Largo da Torre de Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 2835 5601, send an email [email protected] or check the event’s website or Facebook page
Tap Siac Craft Market 2019
The Tap Siac Craft Market is held from November 15 to 17 and 22 to 24, 2019 at the 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 well-known 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
