Overview
A series of traditional cultural celebrations took place in September 2015, featuring two major events: the Feast of the Wealth God and the 3rd Macau Linshui Palace Folk Culture Festival. These events showcased Macau's rich intangible cultural heritage, including Taoist ceremonies, dragon and lion dances, folk performances, and academic discussions.
Event Details
Feast of the Wealth God
- Date: September 4–6, 2015 (Lunar July 22nd)
- Main Activities:
- Taoist Ceremony (September 4)
- Dragon and Lion Dance Performance (September 6)
- Blessing Ceremony (September 6)
- Location: Lin Kai Temple Forecourt (Lotus and Stream Temple)
- Enquiries: (853) 2825 9897
3rd Macau Linshui Palace Folk Culture Festival
- Date: September 10–11, 2015
- Main Activities:
- Public Dharma Assembly (September 10, 10:30–18:00, Iao Hon Market Garden)
- Arts Performance (September 10, 20:00–22:00, Iao Hon Market Garden)
- Public Parade (September 11, 10:00–11:00, Iao Hon Market Garden)
- 1st Macau Chen Jinggu Cultural International Academic Symposium & Photo Exhibition (September 10, 10:30–17:30, Macau Science Centre)
- Enquiries: (853) 2871 7588
Key Information
- Admission: Free to all activities
- Cultural Significance: The Chen Jinggu (Linshui Furen) belief was listed as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of China in 2008.
Organizers
- Feast of the Wealth God: San Kio District Residents Mutual Aid Association, Macau Lin Kai Temple Management Association
- Linshui Palace Folk Culture Festival: Macau Linshui Palace Management Association
