Parade for Celebration of the Year of the Horse
19.2.2026 & 28.2.2026
"Flying Horse": The concept depicts the horse gallops in the wind and leaps over the clouds. This not only demonstrates the power of swift running but also symbolizes the extraordinary spirit of upward connection and pioneering. This spiritual atmosphere aptly reflects present-day Macau, which, under the guidance and support of the central government, is gaining momentum to embark together on a new journey.
With lofty aspirations, we embrace the broad journey ahead; with boundless passion, we forge ahead with courage. Let us summon the courage of leaping and whipping horses, stimulate the vitality of thousand horses galloping, maintain the impetus of tireless horses. Together let us dream, strive, and work hard for happiness, transform our grand vision into a beautiful reality, and create a new chapter of development with infinite brilliance and a bright future.
Highlights of Parade for Celebration of the Year of the Horse and Drones & Fireworks Displays
Parade for Celebration of the Year of the Horse
2026 Chinese New Year Activities and Parade for Celebration of the Year of the Horse
First Parade with floats and performances
Event Date and Time
19th February, 2026, Thursday (3rd day of Lunar New Year), 20:00–21:45
Parade Route
(Starting point) Sai Van Lake SquareAv. Dr. Sun Yat-SenMacao Science CenterMacau Fisherman’s Wharf (Ending point)
Cultural performance
Sai Van Lake Square
Performance Groups
Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Local and Overseas performance groups
Parade Floats
17 parade floats (8 from Government Departments: MGTO, Asia Tourism Exchange Center, DSEDT, IAM, IPIM, IC, ID, Economic Development Bureau of Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and 9 floats from local entities)
Public Stands
Sai Van Lake Square, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, Square in front of Kun Iam Ecumenical Center, Roundabout of Macao Science Center, Macau Fisherman’s Wharf Roman Amphitheater
Broadcasting
Live / deferred
Route Map
Admission Notice
Second Parade with floats and cultural performances
Event Date and Time
28th February, 2026, Saturday (12nd day of Lunar New Year), 20:00–21:30
Parade Route
(Starting point) Rua Norte do Patane Av. do Conselheiro Borja Estrada do Arco Estrada da Areia Preta Av. de Venceslau de Morais Rua Quatro do Bairro da Areia Preta Av. da Longevidade Rua do Mercado de Iao Hon Iao Hon Market Park (Ending point)
Cultural Performance
Iao Hon Market Park
Parade Floats
17 parade floats (8 from Government Departments: MGTO, Asia Tourism Exchange Center, DSEDT, IAM, IPIM, IC, ID, Economic Development Bureau of Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and 9 floats from local entities)
Spectators area
Starting point Rua Norte do Patane and the sidewalks along the parade route to the ending point at Iao Hon Market Park.
Route Map
Parade Float Exhibition
Macau Fisherman’s Wharf
Date: 20th to 27th February 2026, 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Tap Seac Square
Date: 1st to 8th March 2026, 5:00pm to 10:00pm
2026 Chinese New Year Activities
Date and Time:
Gigantic Golden Dragon Parade:
17th February, 2026, 11:00am–1:00pm (1st day of Lunar New Year)
Community Roadshow:
17th February, 2026, 1:30pm–6:45pm (1st day of Lunar New Year)
18th February, 2026, 10:30am–6:00pm (2nd day of Lunar New Year)
2026 Chinese New Year Drones and Fireworks Displays
Seafront of Macau Tower
Date and Time:
19th February, 2026, 9:45pm (3rd day of Lunar New Year)
23rd February, 2026, 9:00pm (7th day of Lunar New Year)
3rd March, 2026, 9:00pm (15th day of Lunar New Year)
Best viewing spots
Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen between Kun Iam Ecumenical Center and Kun Iam Statue Waterfront Leisure Area, Macao Science Centre Waterfront Promenade, Anim'Art NAM VAN, Avenida de Sagres (next to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Macau), Caminho Marginal do Lago (next to YOHO Treasure Island Resorts World Hotel) and Avenida do Oceano da Taipa.
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2026 Chinese New Year Parade Float Voting Game
Date and Time:
13th February, 2026, 10:00am to 1st March, 2026, 10:00pm
Organizer
Free Admission
Hotline: +853 2833 3000
** Macao Government Tourism Office reserves the right to change the program without prior notice.