Event Overview
Catch a vibrant showcase of Macau's intangible cultural heritage and performing arts every weekend in July 2013. This series of free, open-air performances features traditional and contemporary acts set against the backdrop of the city's iconic historic squares and monuments. Each performance lasts approximately 20 minutes, offering fantastic photo opportunities and lasting memories.
Featured Performances
- Lion Dance: A dynamic and auspicious traditional Chinese performance.
- Drunken Dragon Dance: A unique, National Intangible Cultural Heritage-listed celebration traditionally performed by the fishing community.
- Chinese Martial Arts: A display of skill, strength, and discipline.
- Cantonese Opera: A classic art form with over 300 years of history, also listed as National Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- Portuguese Folk Dance: Lively and colorful dances reflecting Macau's cultural blend.
- Street Dance & Other Dance Performances: Energetic and modern routines popular with younger audiences.
Performance Schedule (July 2013)
Saturdays (July 6, 13, 20, 27)
Lion Dance Performance
- 2:00 PM: Rua do Cunha (官也街), Taipa
- 3:00 PM: Barra Square (媽閣廟前地), Macau Peninsula
- 4:00 PM: Ruins of St. Paul's (大三巴牌坊), Macau Peninsula
Dance Performance
- 12:00 PM: Rua do Cunha (官也街), Taipa
- 3:00 PM: Ruins of St. Paul's (大三巴牌坊), Macau Peninsula
- 4:30 PM: Barra Square (媽閣廟前地), Macau Peninsula
Cantonese Opera Performance
- 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM: Mount Fortress (大炮台), Macau Peninsula
Sundays
Drunken Dragon Performance (July 14 only)
- 4:00 PM: Praça da Amizade / Avenida do Infante D. Henrique (友誼廣場 / 殷皇子大馬路), Macau Peninsula
Chinese Martial Arts Performance (July 7 & 21)
- 4:00 PM: Praça da Amizade / Avenida do Infante D. Henrique (友誼廣場 / 殷皇子大馬路), Macau Peninsula
Portuguese Folk Dance Performance (July 7, 21, 28)
- 11:00 AM: Ruins of St. Paul's (大三巴牌坊), Macau Peninsula
- 12:00 PM: Barra Square (媽閣廟前地), Macau Peninsula
- 1:00 PM: Rua do Cunha (官也街), Taipa
Additional Information
Free
