The Tam Kong Festival falls on the eighth day of the fourth month of the lunar calendar to celebrate the birthday of God Tam Kong, a deity revered by fishermen. Residents in Coloane host an array of festival activities throughout the festival that pay homage to the local customs and traditions. In 2020, the festival was enlisted to the Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Macao. The Macao ZengHui Opera Troupe has been invited to present Cantonese opera for several consecutive days that include both daytime and nighttime session.

The “Parade of Tam Kong Festival” is marked by a parade that travels from Rua da Cordoaria to Tam Kong Temple with music and dance performances along the way. A “Beer Carnival” is held at the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier Square, where visitors can enjoy a wide selection of beer and food while having fun.

Cantonese Opera Performances
Time: 25th to 27th & 29th May, 1:00pm & 7:30pm
Venue: Tam Kong Temple Square, Avenida de Cinco de Outubro, Coloane
Admission: From MOP40 (Reservation via telephone call, and on-site ticket purchase from 25th May)
Enquiries: (853) 2888 2161, 6860 0060
Organiser: Associação de Beneficiência Quatro Pagodes de Coloane

Parade of Tam Kong Festival
Time: 26th May, 10:00am to 5:00pm (Parade starts at 10:00am, Beer Carnival starts at 2:30pm)
Venue: Coloane Village
Admission: Free participation
Enquiries: (853) 2888 0170
Organiser: Associação de Beneficência Son I de Coloane