The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) is inviting local performance groups such as artistic troupes, schools, community organisations and institutions to register to join the Parade for the Celebration of the Chinese New Year (CNY) in 2025, according to a statement by the office yesterday.
The statement noted that the parade is slated to be held from January 31 to February 16, featuring highlights like the float parade, cultural and artistic performances, and a float exhibition.
The statement pointed out that the parade’s theme will be based on the zodiac sign of the snake next year which “symbolises that Macau will have a prosperous new year”, with performances being expected to convey the “wisdom and power” of the snake.
The performance groups will participate in the float parade from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on January 31 starting from Sai Van Lake Square, along Avenida Dr Sun Yat-Sen, past the Macau Science Centre and finally on to the Fisherman’s Wharf, with each group required to perform for a short period along the parade route, the statement underlined.
The statement said that the performing teams are required to come up with ideas based on seven proposed themes, namely Chinese New Year, Sino-Lusophone and Multicultural Macau, East Asian Cultural Capital, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area (GBA) Tourism Cooperation, City of Gastronomy, Macau Courtesy Campaign, and ‘Tourism +’ attractions.
The statement noted that MGTO will evaluate applicants and choose groups based on criteria such as their theme and ideas, local distinctive elements, and the groups’ performance experience, adding that the groups will also be granted subsidies for various factors including the content of their proposals and the number of performers.
The statement underlined that further details can be found at https://www.dst.gov.mo/zh-hant/s-article/cnyparade-group-recruitment-2025.html.
Moreover, the statement highlighted that interested local performance groups can submit their applications to MGTO on the 12th floor of the Hotline Building in Alameda Dr Carlos d’ Assumpção until October 7. For enquiries, one can contact 8397 1029, or email to dtne@macaotourism.gov.mo.
This handout photo provided by MGTO shows performers during the Chinese New Year Parade earlier this year.
