Winter Solstice is a public holiday in Macau, observed on December 21 or 22 each year.
The Winter Solstice is the shortest day in the northern hemisphere and the longest night in the whole year, and it is one of the most important 24 Solar Terms. The Winter Solstice means the arrival of winter, and people should prepare for the winter.
In Macau, one of the traditional customs is eating glutinous rice balls during the Winter Solstice. The winter solstice ancestor worship is another important custom on this day. It is believed that the deceased ancestors had protected them in the past year, and people should express gratitude to them on this day.
The following is the list of Winter Solstice in Macau from 2022 to 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Solstice | Dec 22, 2022 | Thursday |
| Winter Solstice | Dec 22, 2023 | Friday |
| Winter Solstice | Dec 21, 2024 | Saturday |
| Winter Solstice | Dec 21, 2025 | Sunday |
| Winter Solstice | Dec 22, 2026 | Tuesday |
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