In Macau for this year's Grand Prix? There’s another major event worth adding to your itinerary.
The 26th Macau Food Festival will be taking over Sai Van Lake Square from Nov. 20 to Dec. 6, 2026, filling the area beside Macau Towerwith around 150 local food and beverage businesses over 17 days.
Organized by the United Association of Food and Beverage Merchants of Macao, the free-entry festivalcelebrates Macau’s diverse culinary scene, particularly the Chinese and Western influences woven into the city’s food culture. With plenty of local businesses gathered in one open-air setting, it’s an easy way for foodies to explore more of the city's dining scene in one stop.
Its opening weekend coincides with the Macau Grand Prix (MGP)from Nov. 19-22, 2026, making the festival especially well-timed for race fans looking to keep the day going after the racetrack action.
At a press conference, organizers also shared their plans to ease traffic and access during the busy period. These include applying for a temporary parking area between Sai Van Lake Square and Avenida do Lago Nam Van, expected to accommodate more than 200 private cars and motorcycles, as well as introducing a direct Hengqin Port-Macau Tower shuttle from Friday to Sunday.
The festival runs from 4 PM to 11 PM (from Monday to Thursday) and 3 PM to midnight (from Friday to Sunday). For the latest festival updates and announcements, follow the Macau Food Festival on Facebook and Instagram. Don't miss it!
