Organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office, the "2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest Macao" is a prominent gastronomic event that brings together cities from the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). Featuring five key highlights — the "International Gastronomy Promenade", "City of Gastronomy Showcase", "International Gastronomy Forum, Macao" and the newly introduced "World Wines Lounge" and "Global Goodies Market" — the fest harmoniously integrates tourism with gastronomy, culture, heritage, and innovation, creating an international culinary celebration. With multiple novel elements, it showcases Macao's flavourful charm from various perspectives, enhancing the city's reputation as a "UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy".
International Gastronomy Promenade
Bringing together twenty-two UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy from across China and around the world, this one-of-a-kind culinary celebration transforms Macao into a vibrant global stage for food and culture. Stroll through a captivating array of specialty gastronomy stands, each telling a unique story of heritage and creativity. Without ever leaving the city, residents and visitors can embark on a flavour-filled journey across continents, savouring authentic tastes, discovering culinary traditions, and immersing themselves in a rich tapestry of cross-cultural experiences. Come, explore, and let your taste buds travel the world.
- Dates: 20th to 29th March 2026 (10 days)
- Times: Monday to Friday: 17:00–22:00 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00–22:00
- Location: (Main Venue) Roman Amphitheatre Square and Legend Boulevard of Macau Fisherman's Wharf
City of Gastronomy Showcase
We are delighted to welcome 25 renowned chefs from UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy for 53 spectacular live cooking demonstrations, where they will share their culinary secrets and celebrate the rich diversity of food cultures from around the globe.
Among them, three inspiring young chefs — two based in Macao and one from South Africa — who have been selected for the Young Chefs Programme (YCP) an initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), will team up to present the creative spirit of young chefs with a vibrant display of next gen culinary imagination, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table.
To make the experience even more immersive, tasting sessions will be offered on-site, allowing the audience to savour the authentic flavours of each city up close. Come, watch, taste and be swept away on a delicious journey across continents!
- Dates: 20th to 29th March 2026 (10 days)
- Times: Monday to Friday: 17:00–21:45 | Saturday & Sunday: 15:00–21:45
- Location: (Main Venue) Main Stage at Legend Boulevard, Macau Fisherman's Wharf
Showcase Schedule
Showcase Playback
International Gastronomy Forum, Macao
This forum gathers experts from culinary, academic, policy, and creative fields to explore cross-sector gastronomy collaboration and its impact on creative cities. As a premier exchange platform, it highlights the connections between cuisine, culture, sustainability, and innovation, offering key insights for the future of gastronomy and urban development.
- Date: 23rd March 2026
- Time: 09:30 – 12:30
- Location: Macau Fisherman’s Wharf Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Collaborative Partner: South China Morning Post
- Theme: Creative Fusion: Reimagining Gastronomy Beyond the Plate
World Wines Lounge
Will bring together distinguished wine merchants and distillers from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, Singapore, Australia, and France to present an exceptional selection of fine wines, beers, whiskies, and spirits, each pour telling its own story of craftsmanship and artisanal heritage.
This is more than just a tasting; it is an invitation to explore the art of food and wine pairing like never before. Through a thoughtfully curated cross sector synergy, the wine offerings are seamlessly connected with nearby food stalls, inviting you to discover perfect pairings that elevate every sip and bite.
Add to this a lively line up of live performances and entertainment, and the stage is set for an unforgettable sensory journey, a place where global flavours meet, mingle, and spark joy.
Come raise a glass and immerse in a world of taste, rhythm, and discovery.
- Date: 20th to 29th March 2026 (10 days)
- Times: Monday to Friday: 17:00–22:00 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00–22:00
- Location: (Main Venue) Jackson Square of Macau Fisherman's Wharf
Global Goodies Market
Bringing together 16 UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy alongside 5 other Creative Cities from diverse fields, this vibrant marketplace showcases an enticing array of food related products, from artisanal packaged foods and speciality sauces to souvenir delicacies, fine teas and coffees, elegant tableware, and more.
It is a treasure trove of global flavours, inviting local residents and visitors alike to browse, discover, and take home the unique tastes of cities near and far. Whether seeking a jar of handcrafted sauce, a bag of single origin coffee beans, or a beautifully crafted kitchen keepsake, every find carries with it a story and the promise of delicious memories waiting to be relived. A world of taste awaits and ready to be savoured, shared, and remembered.
- Date: 20th to 29th March 2026 (10 days)
- Times: Monday to Friday: 17:00–22:00 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00–22:00
- Location: (Community Venue) Pedestrian zone along Rua de Cantão and Rua de Xangai in the ZAPE district
Complimentary Shuttle Bus Service
- Date: 20th to 29th March 2026
Route 1
Portas do Cerco (Border Gate) ↔ Macau Fisherman's Wharf
Operating Hours: Monday -- Friday: 17:00 -- 22:30 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 -- 22:30
Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes
Route 2
Taipa Central Park (near Rua de Seng Tou) ↔ Macau Fisherman's Wharf
Operating Hours: Monday -- Friday: 17:00 -- 22:30 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 -- 22:30
Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes
Route 3
Integrated Resort ↔ Rua de Xangai, ZAPE (New Orient Landmark Hotel)
Operating Hours: Monday -- Friday: 17:00 -- 22:30 | Saturday & Sunday: 15:00 -- 22:30
Frequency: Approximately every 60 minutes
Route 4
Macau Fisherman's Wharf ↔ Rua de Xangai, ZAPE (New Orient Landmark Hotel)
Operating Hours: Monday -- Friday: 17:00 -- 22:30 | Saturday & Sunday: 15:00 -- 22:30
Frequency: Approximately every 10 to 15 minutes
List of Creative Cities Participating in the "2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao"
Cities of Gastronomy
Creative Cities of Other Fields
* Information provided by the cities, listed by designation year