Macau Now highlights the best things to do in Macau, crafted for locals and visitors alike. Dive into family activities, free events across the peninsula and islands, ongoing exhibitions at iconic venues, and must-see cultural highlights to make the most this vibrant destination.
Events & Festivals
3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival
The event features a wide range of cultural and artistic activities, including performances, art exhibitions, a film festival, art camps, workshops, an arts carnival and children’s reading sessions, encouraging children, youth and families to get close to the arts and moving forward in the nourishment of arts. Click HERE for more information.
- Date: June 30 to August 30, 2026
- Time: Please refer to the website
Highlights:
Puppetry “Stone Wolves”
- Date: August 14 to 17, 2026
- Time: Please refer to the website
- Venue: Box I, Macao Cultural Centre
- Language: Performed in Cantonese with Portuguese and English surtitles, or performed in Portuguese with Chinese and English surtitles
- Admission: MOP 200
“MICAF Fun Day” Arts Carnival
- Date: August 21to 23, 28 to 30, 2026
- Time: 4 pm to 10 pm
- Venue: Macao Cultural Centre Plaza
- Admission: Free admission
Harbour Spirit 2026
The “Bar Hopping” invites you to explore the distinctive bars of the Inner Harbour area, guiding you through the old streets and alleys of the district. On weekends, the “Weekend Pilgrimage Activities” offers a vibrant experience with wine-tasting markets, musical performances, and cocktail and culinary workshops to enjoy. Click HERE for more information.
- Date: Until August 16, 2026
- Time: 5 pm to 9:30 pm
- Venue: Macau Outdoor Plaza at Ponte 16 Resort
- Admission: Free admission
2026 Guangdong & Macao Branded Products Fair
This edition focuses on the silver economy and healthy living, featuring six exhibition zones and establishing a one-stop platform for Guangdong-Macau and Belt and Road economic and trade exchanges, alongside public leisure and shopping experiences. Click HERE for more information.
- Date: August 6 to 9, 2026 (August 6 for professional visitors, August 7 to 9 will be open to the public)
- Time: 11 am to 8 pm
- Venue: The Venetian Macao Cotai Expo Hall A
- Admission: Free admission
Variety Show & Concerts
FNC BAND KINGDOM 2026 IN MACAU
For the first time, all members of FTISLAND, CNBLUE, N.Flying, Hi-Fi Un!corn, and AxMxP will gather in Macau for the first time, showcasing the unique vibes of five generations of FNC bands. As classic meet new blood on one stage with nonstop passion and energy. Click HERE for more information.
- Date and Time: August 29, 2026, 4 pm; August 30, 2026, 3 pm
- Venue: The Londoner Arena
- Admission: From MOP888
Other Event
KAWO SPLASH BAZAAR
Every weekend throughout August, join the blue-themed carnival led by Macau original IP “KAWO”. Spend your summer days enjoying the sea breeze, creative handicrafts and non-stop fun. Click HERE for more information.
- Date: August 1 to 30, 2026
- Time: 1 pm to 6 pm
- Venue: Lai Chi Vun Shipyards
- Admission: Free admission
Media Arts Showcase: FIRSTAGE
The show brings together 16 creatives from various fields across mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau to present a new media art exhibition and performance titled “FIRSTAGE.” Click HERE for more information.
- Date: July 31 to August 23, 2026
- Time: 12 pm to 8 pm
- Venue: Navy Yard No.1, Barra District
- Admission: Free admission
