We hope you’re as excited as we are for the coming weekend, Christmas is upon us and lighting up our little city are these awesome events from Christmas theme buffets, to a parade, meeting a familiar friendly man in red awaited musicals and a firework display that’ll surely heighten your festive spirit this December!
CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT AT GALAXY MACAU
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This holidays eason, Galaxy Macau positively sparkles with its decor and activities to usher in an unforgettable Christmas and hail a lucky New Year to come. With an awesome Christmas tree that almost tops the ceiling and decorated in the main lobby as you enter East Square, be sure to catch the grand Christmas parade as it is really a sight to watch, especially for children.
When: 7:00pm–8:00pm, December 1–26
Where: Starting point on East Square, Galaxy Macau
Ho Ho Ho Santa Ron is also back in town! Be prepared for a wonderful interaction and celebrate a delightful Christmas creating wonderful joyous moments together. You might even get a present during your visits.
When: 1:00pm–4:00pm, 5:30pm–8:30pm, December 1–26.
Where: East Square, Galaxy Macau
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S AT THE RITZ-CARLTON CAFÉ
The festive season at The Ritz-Carlton, Macau has become a renowned celebration, each year offering an unrivaled culinary journey through fine flavors and festivity.
Partake in traditional French fare at The Ritz-Carlton Café – the most discerning guests will be spoilt for choices, evoking timeless French elegance during the holiday season.
Celebrate Christmas with an authentic French Christmas feast. “Le Menu de Noël” includes a festive welcome drink and a wine pairing option, offering a new rendition of the well-loved Roasted Marinated Turkey, Wild Mushrooms, Chestnut, Cherry Griotte and Yellow Wine Sauce, or Beef Tenderloin in Crust, paired with Potato Soufflé and Black Truffle, and ending with Chocolate Yule Log Cake served with Hazelnut Crisp. “Le Menu de Noël” is available from December 24 to 25.
Gather your family and friends for a Christmas Sunday Brunch inspired by the flavors of France. Indulge in fine quality Gillardeau #2 Oysters—a popular Christmas dish in France. Savor a selection of fresh seafood. Enjoy scrumptious roasted turkey, escargot and free-flowing champagne.
• CHRISTMAS SET DINNER – LE MENU DE NOËL •
When: 6:00pm to 10:30pm, December 24; 5:30pm to 10:00pm, December 25
How much: 6-course dinner – MOP $788* per person with one Welcome Drink; MOP $988* per person with Wine Pairing
• CHRISTMAS DAY SET LUNCH •
When: 11:30am–2:30pm, December 25
How much: 3-course menu – MOP $388* per person;
4-course menu – MOP $488* per person
• CHRISTMAS SUNDAY BRUNCH •
When: 11:30am–2:30pm, December 24
How much: MOP $598* per person (free-flow juices, coffee, tea, and selected soft drinks)
MOP $688* per person (free-flow Ritz Brut or Perrier-Jouët Brut NV Champagne, selected house wine, juices, coffee, tea and selected soft drinks)
MOP $1,588* per person (free-flow luxurious Champagne, selected house wine, juices, coffee, tea and selected soft drinks)
* All prices are subject to 10% service charge
CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AT BANYAN TREE MACAU
Celebrate this Christmas together with your loved ones in the beautiful surrounding of Banyan Tree Macau!
Two signature restaurants, Belon and Saffron, will offer gourmet delights, freshest seafood and seasonal specialties for both, Christmas dinner and lunch.
• BELON – CHRISTMAS BUFFET BRUNCH •
When: 11:30am–3:00pm, Sunday and Monday, December 24th and 25th
Where: Belon, Banyan Tree
How much: MOP $888 per adult and MOP $238 per child
• BELON – CHRISTMAS SET DINNER •
When: 6:30pm–11:30pm, Sunday and Monday, December 24th and 25th
Where:Belon, Banyan Tree
How much: MOP $998* for 5-course set dinner
For bookings please call +853 8883 6090 or visit www.banyantree.com/belon
* All prices are subject to 10% service charge
• SAFFRON – CHRISTMAS A-LA-CARTE LUNCH •
When: 12:00pm–3:00pm, Sunday and Monday, December 24th and 25th
Where:Saffron, Banyan Tree Macau
• SAFFRON – BUFFET DINNER •
When: 5:30pm–10:30pm, Sunday and Monday, December 24th and 25th
Where: Saffron, Banyan Tree Macau
How much: Dinner buffet: MOP $688* per adult, MOP $488* per senior citizen (65 years old above), MOP $344* per child
For bookings please call +853 8883 6061 or visit www.banyantree.com/saffron
* All prices are subject to 10% service charge
DIN DONG X TAIPA VILLAGE CHARITY CARNIVAL
Following the success of European Charity Carnival last year, Taipa Village is excited to introduce the anticipated Din Dong x Taipa Village Charity Carnival this year. Just in time for the festive Christmas season and collaborating with established Hong Kong Cartoon Character “Din Dong”, the exciting event aims to attract more guests and visitors this year.
Stroll and sample delicious treats from gourmet booths and enjoy live entertainment at the joyous affair. Showcasing local handicrafts, designer products, and accessories, as well as a string of interactive workshops and nostalgic interactive games to amaze the visitors, there’s no doubt it’s going to be an amazing affair for everyone.
A donation counter will also be set up by local charitable organization “The Salvation Army” to collect secondhand books and clothing. All revenue from the merchants’ sales and activities will be donated to The Salvation Army after the deduction of operational costs. The overall committee also aims to provide significant benefits to social service organizations through a series of charitable activities during the event period.
The prelude of the charity carnival features a creative art competition with “Din Dong” as the main theme character. This competition will take place from October 1 to November 20, 2017. It is open to local students in all tiers. And, winners of this competition will be awarded in the December carnival as part of the opening ceremony on December 16, 2017 wide cd.
When: 2:00pm–9:00pm, December 16–26, 2017
Where: Pak Tai Temple Square, Rua do Cunha, Taipa Village
THE CHRISTMAS VILLAGE RETURNS TO GRAND COLOANE RESORT
This Christmas, you and your family are invited to celebrate Christmas at Grand Coloane led by the Gingerbread Man and friends, and bringing you about 30 booths featuring kids’ arts and crafts, Christmas games, Christmas cookies baking classes, bouncy castle, as well as Festive photobooth by MClub, ANIMA pet adoptions and more. Be spoiled and enjoy!
When: 11:00am–7:00pm, Sunday and Monday, December 24th, and 25th
Where: Outdoor area, Grand Coloane Resort
How much: Free entrance, activities, and games
CHRISTMAS FOOD & WINE AT SHERATON’S BENE
Bene maintains its upbeat, cheerful atmosphere for the festive season with a packed schedule to greet guests in all of its best forms. Guests can expect Bene to deliver top-notch traditional Italian cuisine through family set dinners, brunches, semi-buffet lunches, buffet dinners, and a Christmas Mercato. A special Buon Natale Mercato is also taking place at Bene on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, presenting an interactive dining experience inspired by Italian marketplaces. Expect bold, rustic pass-around pastas, seafood, and suckling pig all paired with quality wine, and artisanal retail products.
When: Sunday and Monday, December 24th and 25th
Where: Bene, Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel
How much: MOP $698 (adult) MOP $200 (child)
Bookings at +853 8113 1200 and more information on www.sheratongrandmacao.com
MACAO’S 18TH ANNIVERSARY AND NYE FIREWORKS DISPLAY
On the 18th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao, both locals and visitors can enjoy fascinating fireworks displays lighting up the night skies with spectacular pyrotechnics whilst enjoying the festive vibes on the Macau Tower shorefront.
When: Wednesday, 9:00pm, December 20 and Sunday, 12:00 midnight, December 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Where: Nam Van Lake
How much: Free
THE SOUND OF MUSIC MUSICAL COMES TO MACAU
One of the world’s most popular and successful musicals, The Sound of Music is coming to The Venetian Macao’s Theatre to delight audiences over the Christmas and New Year period. Auditions for the roles of the Von Trapp children were held at The Venetian Macao and Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, with 18 talented Macao and Hong Kong youngsters chosen to play in the show. The show also includes some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the stage, including “My Favorite Things”, “Do-Re-Mi”, “Climb Ev’ry Mountain”, “The Lonely Goatherd”, “Sixteen Going on Seventeen”, and wonderful title song “The Sound of Music”.
When: December 20th, 2017–January 7th, 2018
Monday, Wednesday–Sunday 2:00pm and 7:30pm
*Dark day on Tuesdays
Where: The Venetian Theatre, The Venetian Macao
How much: MOP $888 (VIP reserve), MOP $688 (A reserve), MOP $488 (B reserve), MOP$288 (C reserve)
For more information please call +853 2882 8818 or visit www.cotaiticketing.com
“DESIRES” AT MACAO CULTURAL CENTRE
Carolina Soler, an award-winning choreographer and artistic director and the troupe has been performing around the world having hit the stages in more than 20 countries on the five continents.
Filled with passion, jealousy and ardent dance, Desires is a flawless, technical and emotive production taking us through the many forms of tango in a display of multiple steps and styles. A breathtaking experience conceived to seduce each one of us, as it explores the Argentinian soul and traditions. Let’s join the dance!
When: 8pm, Tuesday and Wednesday, December 26–27
Where: Macao Cultural Centre
How much: MOP $300, $250, $150
Bookings at www.macauticket.com
