The Cultural Affairs Bureau, in co-operation with the Permanent Secretariat of the Forum for Economic and Trade Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries (Macao), encourages residents and visitors alike to attend the 20^th Lusofonia Festival in the lakeside environs of Taipa Houses from 19^th to 22^nd October, in a celebration of Portuguese culture from around the world as well as showcasing the Portuguese culture in Macao.

The four-day event - featuring ten booths themed around far-flung Portuguese-speaking communities from Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Goa, Daman and Diu, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé and Principe, Macao and East Timor - annually showcases music, photos, handicrafts, costumes, literature, local snacks and exotic drinks plus great live bands playing throughout the Festival.

Highlights include Portuguese-inspired cuisine featuring roasts and typical dishes from the aforementioned countries and territories plus a Macau Grand Prix Simulator and traditional Portuguese games such as pole climbing, bigfoot, tug of war and sack racing. Kids can pose for photographs with ponies, in addition to enjoying group games and a table-football competition - while an on-site radio station will broadcast Portuguese music throughout the day. All residents and visitors are welcome to participate in the four-day event, discovering Portuguese customs while having a wonderful time!