The Lunar New Year is approaching, and Macao has been running since the start of February a series of Spring Festival celebratory activities. The streets already have a strong Lunar New Year feel, as residents and tourists look forward to the arrival of the Year of the Dragon.

Streets across Macao are decorated with Lunar New Year lights, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Streets across Macao are decorated with Lunar New Year lights, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Evenings on Macao’s streets have become brighter and livelier due to the Lunar New Year lights.

Residents and tourists eagerly await the Year of the Dragon.

People busy with Lunar New Year shopping can be seen throughout the city.

Tap Seac Square hosts a fair marking the Year of the Dragon. It becomes a joyful place as locals and tourists alike browse stalls and buy items to mark the Lunar New Year.

Stalls selling blooms considered auspicious are very popular during the Lunar New Year fair.

Calligraphers and painters offer “Fai Chun” or poetry couplets that mark spring, bring blessings, and welcome the Year of the Dragon. The artists attract a large crowd waiting to take home one of their "blessings".

Hanging “Fai Chun” on walls of buildings in Macao streets is one way of welcoming the Lunar New Year.