Macau’s Gaming Concessionaires Commit $30m Funds & Venues to National Games
Macau’s six gaming concessionaires — Galaxy, Sands China, Wynn, MGM, Melco, and SJM — have collectively pledged 240 million patacas (approximately US$30 million) to support the forthcoming 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympics.
Each operator has committed 40 million patacas as part of their contractual obligation with the Macau government to invest a total of roughly 130 billion patacas in non-gaming projects during their 10-year licenses.
Key takeaways:
- Macau’s six gaming operators commit 240 million patacas to the 2025 National Games and related events
- Major venues in Macau will host key sports, including basketball and volleyball, during the Games
- Community engagement and strategic economic diversification highlighted as core objectives
Macau’s Gaming Concessionaires to Provide Venues for Games
In addition to these financial contributions, Macau’s gaming concessionaires will provide key venues for various competitions. For example, Galaxy Arena is set to host table tennis events, while Wynn Palace’s South Gate outdoor area will be used for 3×3 basketball games.
Other venues include Studio City Arena, which will accommodate the men’s under-18 five-a-side basketball tournament, and the Venetian Arena, planned as the site for women’s senior volleyball matches.
When and Where the Competitions Will Take Place
The 15th National Games are scheduled from November 9-21 and will be held across the Greater Bay Area, which comprises Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau. Within Macau, five sports will take place: table tennis, 3×3 basketball, 5×5 basketball (men’s under-18), women’s senior volleyball and karate.
Following the above events, the Para Games and Special Olympics will commence on December 8, also across the Greater Bay Area. Macau will host two badminton competitions specifically as part of these games.
Local athletes from Macau are expected to participate in 19 competitive events and 12 mass participation events. Organizers have coordinated scheduling carefully to avoid conflicts with major activities such as the annual Macau Grand Prix.
Engaging the Community Around the Games
Ticket sales began on August 28, initially covering events across cities including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shantou, Meizhou, Huizhou, Zhaoqing, Yunfu and Hong Kong.
Tickets for Macau-based events will be available via authorized resellers and at venue ticket booths shortly before the competitions occur. This phased release corresponds with the Games’ event schedule and aims to facilitate access for both local residents and visitors.
As part of the lead-up to the Games, Macau has hosted community events, including fitness walks and cultural performances, reflecting the city’s role in preparing for and supporting the events.
The involvement of Macau’s gaming concessionaires illustrates their commitment to community development beyond the gaming sector. The National Games are viewed as a platform to promote regional integration within the Greater Bay Area and contribute to economic activity in the city and surrounding regions.
The support from these concessionaires aligns with Macau’s broader strategic agenda to diversify its economy through initiatives in sports, culture and tourism.
