The 2023 Holland Garden Festival, funded by the Macao Government Tourism Office's 'Community Tourism Economy Development' Special Subsidy Scheme, will be held from November 4 to December 3. This event brings together a variety of cultural activities to explore the community culture of Macao and offer a deeper understanding of the historic Holland Garden district.

Event Highlights

• Holland Garden Festival Music Festival (Ferreira de Almeida Festival)

  • Date: November 4–5, 2023
  • Time: 12:00–17:00
  • Venue: Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro, Rua de S. Roque
  • Contents: Art booths, local band performances, art tours

• “Racing with You in Macao” Workshop

  • Date: November 4, 5, 12, 18, 25, 2023
  • Time: 15:00–17:00
  • Venue: Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro, Rua de S. Roque, Horta da Mitra
  • Contents: Participants learn to make miniature models of Macao attractions.

• Loving Horta da Mitra Series - Golden Oldies Night

  • Date: November 11, 2023
  • Time: 18:15–22:00
  • Venue: In front of Fok Tak Chi Temple
  • Contents: Local singers perform nostalgic golden oldies.

• Loving Horta da Mitra Series - Neighbourhood Gathering

  • Date: November 11 & 18, 2023
  • Time: 15:00–16:00
  • Venue: Rua de Tomás da Rosa (Intersection of Travessa do Mercado Municipal and Rua de Henrique de Macedo)
  • Contents: Listening to stories from long-time residents about the history of the Horta da Mitra neighborhood and the Historic Centre of Macao.

• Grand Prix Mini-Car Races Fiesta

  • Date: November 12, 2023
  • Time: 14:00–17:00
  • Venue: Rua de S. Roque
  • Contents: Racing carnival with play areas, booth games, and workshops.

• Open-air Cinema (Micro-film Screening)

  • Date: November 26 & December 3, 2023
  • Time: 19:00–21:00
  • Venue: Garden of No. 10, Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro (10 Fantasia - A Creative Industries Incubator)
  • Contents: Screening films made by local Macao directors.

• Classic Car Show

  • Date: November 25, 2023
  • Time: 12:00–18:00
  • Venue: Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro, Rua de S. Roque
  • Contents: Display of 16 cars over 20 years old.

• Grand Prix Racing Car Photography Exhibition

  • Date: November 18–30, 2023
  • Time: 11:00–18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
  • Venue: No. 10, Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro; No. 3, Rua de Sanches de Miranda (10 Fantasia - A Creative Industries Incubator)
  • Contents: Historical photos and information of the Macau Grand Prix over the years.

• “One Incense, One Burner” - Incense Culture and Burner Art Exhibition

  • Date: November 4–28, 2023 (Opening on November 5)
  • Time: 11:00–18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
  • Venue: No. 10, Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro; No. 3, Rua de Sanches de Miranda (10 Fantasia - A Creative Industries Incubator)
  • Contents: Exhibition of about 20–30 pieces of new Chinese ceramic incense burners.

• “Taste of Macao - Micro Flavors” Exhibition

  • Date: November 4–26, 2023
  • Time: 11:00–18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
  • Venue: No. 32, Rua de S. Miguel (G32 Gallery)
  • Contents: Exhibition using micro-models to showcase Macao's unique food culture.

• Holland Garden Cat Store Manager Election 2023

  • Date: November 4 – December 3, 2023
  • Venue: S. Lázaro District (Online voting)
  • Contents: An online election for the cutest 'Cat Store Manager' from shops in the Tap Seac, Holland Garden, and Horta da Mitra areas.

Organizers

• Organizer: St. Lazarus Creative Industries Promotion Association
• Co-organizers: Macau Horta da Mitra Fok Tak Chi Temple Management Committee, Macau Thai Chamber of Commerce, Macau Shui Hok Chiok Mutual Aid Association, Macau Central and Southern District Industrial and Commercial Association, Hotel Royal Macau
• Supporting Organizer: Macau Classic Car Culture Association
• Funding Body: Macao Government Tourism Office
• Acknowledgements: Macau Cable TV Limited