Procession of the Passion of Our Lord: held in February, this Catholic tradition is still observed in Macau. The procession follows a path from São Agostinho to the Macau Cathedral in remembrance of Christ’s suffering.

Chinese New Year: the new year is celebrated over three days. This is the premier event on the annual calendar for all Chinese. Celebrations include dragon dances and red decorations, with the colour red thought to bring good luck.

Ching Ming Day: held in remembrance of ancestors, the Chinese commonly clean and sweep the area around their family tombs on this day. Celebrated in early April, this day is an official holiday in Macau. Families visit their relatives' graves to clean the tombstones and place fresh flowers and other offerings at the graves as a measure of respect. Incense and various paper objects representing items used during life are burned by the living in the belief that their ancestors will receive these items, which will enhance their lives on the other side. Food, including roast piglet and fresh fruit, is also placed as an offering and then consumed during a family feast held in the evening. Widely celebrated, this is one of the top events on Macau’s calendar.