The taste of victory, the joy of flavours
Sport, gastronomy, culture – this November, Macao serves it all in one exhilarating month
November blends world-class sports, culinary delights, and cultural encounters in a way that only Macao can.
Taking centre stage are the 15th National Games (Nov 9th-21st). It's the first time Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao have been honoured with the task of jointly hosting this major sporting event and welcoming China's top athletes.
Amid the National Games, the adrenaline continues to surge with the 72nd Macau Grand Prix (Nov 13th-16th). It once again turns the city's roads into a high-octane arena of roaring engines and heart-pounding speed. Switching from the asphalt to the waves, the 2025 UIM Macao GP MotoSurf World Championship Finale (Nov 21st-23rd) takes over Hac Sa Beach for a spectacular surfing-meets-motor power showdown.
There's plenty of opportunity for all sports lovers and general visitors to refuel, thanks to the 25th Macau Food Festival (Nov 14th-30th). It offers irresistible flavours and a vibrant atmosphere that draws foodies from near and far.
Macao's rich cultural heritage is also on display, with the 7th Encounter in Macao – Arts and Cultural Festival between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries (until Mar 31st, 2026). It's an East-West serving of exhibitions, performances, and gastronomy.
From sporting thrills to culinary adventures, November in Macao is a true feast for the senses!
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Day or night, Macao always shines, but December's festive season sees an extra-special mix of illuminations, art, sport, and culture.
The Macao International Light Festival 2025 (Dec 6th – Jan 11th, 2026) transforms the city into an open-air gallery, with mesmerising projection shows and imaginative light installations. In the run-up to Christmas (Dec 25th), the streets will also be adorned with glittering festive decorations, adding even more sparkle to the skyline.
December also marks the 26th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region (Dec 20th). Visitors can join the festivities through a variety of activities.
For sports enthusiasts, the month brings plenty of action. The 2025 CTA Tour SJM Professional Finals (Macau) and National Tennis Championships (Dec 1st-7th) will take place at the Macao Tennis Academy, while the 2025 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon (Dec 7th) is set to draw athletes from around the world. Also not to be missed are the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities, and the 9th National Special Olympic Games (Dec 8th-15th), co-hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao.
As year-end approaches, conclude 2025 on a high note with the two special countdown shows (Dec 31st) and the Macao Orchestra New Year Concert 2026 "Mariza and Macao Orchestra" (Dec 31st) – a musical celebration featuring Portugal's renowned Fado diva.
With its streets aglow and spirits high, Macao invites you to celebrate the magic of its December in spectacular style.
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