May, the Macao way
Feasts, festivals and flowing brews all feature in this month's offerings
May in Macao sees a fusion of traditions, rich flavours and top entertainment, all brewed together in a high-energy mix. Among the highlights are the A-Ma Festival (May 7th-11th), the Feast of the Drunken Dragon (May 24th) and the Tam Kong Festival (May 22nd-26th), where community-led parades and celebrations give centuries-old customs their 21st-century expression.
The Procession of Our Lady of Fátima (May 13th) offers more contemplative scenes, as worshippers move through the streets in prayer for one of the year's most important Catholic observances in the city.
Art takes centre stage at the 36th Macao Arts Festival (May 8th - Jun 27th), where this year's theme, "New Streams of Inspiration", sets the tone for a rich programme that brings together an eclectic mix of local and international talent.
Sport is set to make headlines with UFC Fight Night Macau and Road to UFC (May 28th-30th) marking a return to the city for a world-class showcase of mixed martial arts action.
Before that come more gentle treats, with the Tap Siac Craft Market (until May 3rd) gathering creative talent from across Macao and neighbouring regions, offering an array of distinctive handmade items. The easy-paced Barra Slow Festival – A Sip of Tea, A Glimpse of Heritage (May 1st-3rd) and the Enjoy Macao with Coffee – Macao Coffee Festival (until Jun 1st) invitevisitors to savour carefully-crafted beverages in atmospheric surroundings.
May in Macao guarantees three things: bigger celebrations, bolder flavours, and greater excitement!
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As summer arrives, Macao's events calendar is as hot as ever, thanks to a packed roster showcasing local traditions with global appeal and international gatherings to tempt all comers.
Highlights include the 2026 SJM Macao International Dragon Boat Races (Jun 13th-14th and 19th), bringing a high-energy spectacle of waterborne speed, teamwork and sheer determination to Nam Van Lake. The races form the centrepiece of the Tung Ng Festival (Dragon Boat Festival) (Jun 19th), one of the city's most cherished annual traditions.
There are thrills of a different kind for philately fans at The Macao 2026 Specialized World Stamp Exhibition (Jun 26th – Jul 1st). It's the city's first global-scale event of this kind, and features thousands of valuable items promising to draw in collectors and enthusiasts from around the world.
Macao's rich Catholic heritage is represented by the traditional Procession of Saint Anthony (Jun 13th), an observance with deep cultural significance. The month also marks the closing performances of the 36th Macao Arts Festival (until Jun 27th) providing a fitting finale to its programme.
The City of Performing Arts welcomes a series of pop stars, Wu Bai & China Blue Rock Star 2 World Tour in Macau (Jun 6th-7th), Katch Presents: KEUNG TO "LAVA" LIVE TOUR 2026 – MACAU (Jun 19th-20th) and DxS [SERENADE] ON STAGE – MACAO (Jun 6th) headline a lineup that moves seamlessly between Mandopop, Cantopop, and K-pop.
Whether its high-spirit dragon boat races, treasured and rare stamps, or pop music, Macao promises unmissable summer treats for all!
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