The 3rd Meet in Macao – Sino-Portuguese Cultural Festival showcases the diverse cultures of China and Portuguese-speaking countries through six major thematic events. Enjoy a unique Sino-Portuguese cultural experience in Macao.
Highlights
Annual Arts Exhibition between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries
This exhibition brings together contemporary artworks from Mainland China, Macao, and eight Portuguese-speaking countries (Portugal, Angola, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Brazil, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Timor-Leste). It features two exhibitions to foster continued exchange and cooperation through culture and art.
“Embrace of Diversity” Exhibition
- Time: November 6 – December 31, 10:00–19:00
- Venue: Macao Contemporary Art Center - Navy Yard No. 1
- Admission: Free
“Symbiosis” Exhibition
- Time: November 11 – December 31, 10:00–19:00
- Venue: Tap Seac Gallery
- Admission: Free
Taipa Houses 100th Anniversary Activities
The five houses of Taipa Houses, built in 1921, are a representative example of Macanese architecture and have been transformed into a museum complex.
Paper Cut Light Box DIY Workshop
- Time: Saturdays & Sundays, 13:30 & 15:45 (2 hours per session)
- Venue: Exhibitions Gallery, Taipa Houses
- Admission: Free (Registration required at www.icm.gov.mo/eform/event)
Guided Tours
- Time: Saturdays & Sundays, 14:00, 15:00 & 16:00
- Venue: Macanese Living Museum, Taipa Houses
- Admission: Free (Registration required at www.icm.gov.mo/eform/event)
Traditional Music and Dance Performance in the Community
Featuring the Dance and Singing Group of Fujian Province and six local Portuguese-speaking artistic groups.
- Time: November 6 & 7
- Venue: Largo Eduardo Marques, Coloane (14:00–14:40); Barra Square (15:30–16:10); Ruins of St. Paul’s (17:00–17:40); Iao Hon Market Park (18:30–20:30)
- Admission: Free
The Belt and Road Cultural Talk Series - Samba and Dance
Jointly organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and the Institute for Social and Cultural Research of the Macau University of Science and Technology.
- Time: November 14, 15:00–17:00 (Feminist Literature in Portuguese-speaking African Countries); November 27, 15:00–17:00 (Brazilian Literature and the Image of Brazil in World Literature)
- Venue: Conference Room, Macao Cultural Centre
- Admission: Free (Mandarin with Portuguese simultaneous interpretation. Registration required at www.icm.gov.mo/eform/event)
China and Portuguese-speaking Countries Film Festival
Themed "The Gourmets of Cinema," featuring 30 films from China and Portuguese-speaking countries, complemented by post-screening talks and workshops.
Opening Film “This Is Not What I Expected”
- Time: November 12, 19:30
- Venue: Galaxy Cinemas
- Admission: By ticket (Tickets can be redeemed with a coupon obtained from participating Broadway Food Street restaurants from November 1–11.)
Unit Films & Closing Film “Estomago: A Gastronomic Story”
- Time: November 13–26 (Check website for details)
- Venue: Cinematheque ∙ Passion
- Admission: MOP 60
- Ticketing: At Cinematheque ∙ Passion or www.cinematheque-passion.mo
Contact & Information
Organizer: Cultural Affairs Bureau
