
Cap Go Meh Festival
Celebrating Tradition, Culture, and Unity
Cap Go Meh is a meaningful occasion that symbolizes the closing of Lunar New Year celebrations and welcomes a year filled with hope, prosperity, happiness, and good fortune. In Manado, the festival reflects the city’s rich cultural heritage and longstanding spirit of tolerance, where diverse communities come together to celebrate in an atmosphere of joy, respect, and togetherness.
Visitors can immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere through captivating cultural performances, traditional rituals, vibrant processions, Chinese cultural displays, and other exciting activities that showcase the beauty of local traditions. The celebration offers a unique opportunity to discover the cultural influences that have helped shape Manado’s identity while experiencing the warmth and hospitality of its people.
More than just a cultural celebration, Cap Go Meh Festival represents unity in diversity, mutual respect, and the preservation of traditions across generations. It also creates opportunities to promote tourism, support local businesses, and introduce the rich cultural heritage of North Sulawesi to visitors from across Indonesia and around the world.
Whether you are a cultural enthusiast, a curious traveler, or simply looking to experience the excitement of a unique local celebration, Cap Go Meh Festival invites you to witness a memorable fusion of tradition, spirituality, and community spirit.
Celebrate the Tradition. Embrace the Diversity. Experience the Magic of Cap Go Meh!
Dates are set by the organisers each year. We confirm them with you before booking.



