World Tourism Day is an annual event every September 27 in Macau. The date has been designated by the United Nations World Tourism Agency since 1980, so the international tourism community can use this opportunity to gather and discuss its impact on society, culture, economy, and politics.
The Macao Government Tourism Office hosts and organizes several exciting activities to mark this important holiday in Macau.
World Tourism Day, Macau, 2025 Dates, Events, Celebrations
One of the major highlights is the traditional Tray Race, in which contestants don unique costumes and race from the Ruins of St. Paul’s to Senado Square. Each must carry a tray with a bottle of Macau Beer and do their best to finish without letting the bottle fall or break.
This year, the festivities are further frothy and colourful with a new event: the “Mascot Run,” which starts from MinM Plaza and ends in Senado Square. Both contests are part of a series of events to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region.
Residents and visitors also have much to look forward to on World Tourism Day; there will be several programs and unique offerings from restaurants and hotels around the country.
Considering how significant tourism is in promoting economic development within Macau while helping locals transform their lives from the income it brings in, this event is pivotal in bringing the community together to help bring it forward.
Working towards industry growth is always necessary, no matter which country. Visitors are recommended to check out the special performances planned by various tourism businesses in Macau that coincide with the year’s theme.
World Tourism Day is an important tourism event held in Macau each year.
