Best of What’s On this Week: 12 April 2019

Let us inspire you with our pick of what's on around Hong Kong this week, 12 April 2019!

Planning for the week ahead? Let us help with these highlights of what’s on in HK this week 12 April 2019. Want more? Check out our comprehensive what’s on guide with full listings for the months ahead here and our family-friendly what’s on guide here.

Things to Do in Hong Kong this Week: 12 April 2019

The Hong Kong Mineral Fair

The 13th Hong Kong Mineral Fair will have minerals, fossils, books and equipment for sale and some beautiful minerals just to look at, with activities for all the family.

When:     19-20 April 2019
Where:    The Auditorium, BGCA Building, Wan Chai
Tickets:  Free admission, Event Website

 

Yoko Wende Trio

Yoko Wende is back with her new trio. They’ll share a collection of beautiful tunes, original arrangements of compositions by renowned Japanese composers, jazz, bossa, French chanson, and acoustic cover of British rock.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    Peel Fresco Music Lounge, Sheung Wan
For more information:  Facebook

 

Switch ON

This free outdoor community event encourages all to engage their mind and body, whilst enjoying Hong Kong’s beautiful harbour views and bright city lights as the sun sets. The event will feature yoga, meditation and high intensity interval training.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    AIA Vitality Park
Tickets:  Free event, Pure Yoga Facebook Page

 

Sunday Afternoon Music Shows

Hong Kong’s outdoor food truck destination, The Garage Bar, is collaborating with The Other Busker, a local busking union in Hong Kong to present Sunday Afternoon Music Shows. Various independent busking teams will perform in rotation to enrich the vibrancy of the outdoor bar with food truck favourites and a selection of over 40 craft beers.

When:     14, 21 April, 5, 19 May 2019
Where:    Garage Bar, Cordis Hong Kong
For more information:  Hotel Website

 

Wild Nothing Live in Hong Kong

Wild Nothing is an American indie rock/dream pop band from Virginia. Fans of Beach Fossils, Craft Spells, DIIV, Deerhunter and Real Estate will want to check them out.

When:     15 April 2019
Where:    This Town Needs, Yau Tong
Tickets:  $370, Ticketflap

 

Borracho Brunch: Hip-Hop Karaoke

The Borracho Brunch combines the best hip-hop and pop music from the 90s and early 2000s with free-flow mexican food, cocktails, and an opportunity for guests to sing along to their favourite hip-hop tracks.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    Los Sotano, Lan Kwai Fong
Tickets:  From $495, Facebook

 

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

Handmade Hong Kong is back with their popular craft market which are the perfect opportunity for the most special artists, makers, designers and bakers to showcase and sell their goods.

When:     14 April 2019
Where:    Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay
For more information:  Facebook Event

 

Lamma Island Hike Cleanup

HK Ploggers has organised a group hike across Lamma island where you’ll then finish at a beach, clean up and have a little party.

When:     14 April 2019
Where:    Yung Shue Wan Ferry Pier, New Territories
Tickets:  Free event, register on Eventbrite

 

2019 Bun Carnival

The 2019 Bun Carnival is packed with a variety of interesting activities such as the Bun Scrambling Competition and the Climbing Carnival where the public can enjoy the fun of bun tower climbing. Activities will include stall games, handicrafts, variety shows, climbing demonstration and a number of other events.

When:     14 April – 13 May 2019
Where:    Soccer Pitch, Pak Tai Temple Playground, Cheung Chau
For more information:  Event Website

 

Christmas at the Royal Hotel Film Screening

This locally produced World War II movie will bring to life a moving story.  In a city full of war refugees, profiteers and spies, a soldier’s Christmas promise is broken during the sudden Japanese attack on the British colony.

When:     12 April, 22 May, 12 June 2019
Where:    Hong Kong Film Archive Cinema, Sai Wan Ho
Tickets:  On sale from 15 March on Urbtix

 

April Improv Night at TakeOut Comedy

Pajama Party and People’s Liberation Improv will take the stage to act out unscripted scenes based on suggestions from the audience in Hong Kong Improv’s April show.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    TakeOut Comedy, Soho
Tickets:  $150, Ticketflap

 

Laughter Laughs 2

Some of the best and brightest stand-up comedians in Hong Kong will perform all in one show, headlined by Cassi Thomas.

When:     18 April 2019
Where:    The Aftermath, Central
Tickets:  $200, Ticketflap

 

Outdoor Body HIIT with Avey Cortes x lululemon

Get out and sweat with lululemon’s Hysan Store ambassador, Avey Cortes from HIT45! Grab your gear and join in on this 1-hour outdoor HIIT class suitable for all levels.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    Victoria Park, Central Lawn
Tickets:  Free, Register on Eventbrite

 

Discover South Africa Annual Tasting

Try wines from classic to new regions and established winemakers to young guns in this wine discovery journey. There’ll also be South African tapas and snacks, photo booths and much more.

When:     12 April 2019
Where:    The Park Lane Hong Kong, Causeway Bay
For more information:  Facebook Event

 

The Songkran Weekend Brunch

Couldn’t make it out of town to celebrate the Thai New Year, but still want to get involved in all the colour, water, food & fun? To welcome the transition into Spring, the team at Mak Mak are taking their normal free flow format and spicing things up a notch via way of colour, frivolity and music.

When:     13-14 April 2019
Where:    Mak Mak, Central
Tickets:  $328, Ticketflap

 

Animals Asia 3rd Annual Charity Golf Day

In this annual golf day, teams of four are invited to take part in an 18 hole scramble competition. There’ll be a number of prizes up for grabs, all golfers will receive a goodie bag and lunch as well as food and drinks throughout the day. Proceeds benefit Animals Asia.

When:     15 April 2019
Where:    Hong Kong Golf Club, The Eden Course, Sheung Shui
Tickets:  From $1000, Eventbrite

 

Boss Babes Edition Quiz Competition

Mrs. Pound has teamed up with Benefit Cosmetics to present this ultimate quiz competition. Team up with your girlfriend to take part in this quiz trivia edition to win awesome prizes and enjoy an evening of free-flow cocktails, bites and pampering.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    Mrs. Pound, Sheung Wan
Tickets:  $350 per person, Event Website

 

SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival

Make concrete your canvas at SCAD Hong Kong’s UNESCO-awarded campus. A celebration of colour, creativity, and local talent, the ninth annual Sidewalk Arts Festival is open to the Hong Kong community, SCAD students, alumni and high school students to transform the outdoor space with chalk art with their unique designs.

When:     13 April 2019
Where:    SCAD Hong Kong, Sham Shui Po
For more information:  Event Website

 

The Conscious Festival by Green Is The New Black

A zero waste festival where fun and sustainability go hand in hand. With a market featuring over 80 mindful brands, transformative talks, delicious healthy eats, organic booze, interactive art, and games – this is one festival not to be missed.

When:     13-14 April 2019
Where:    Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, Hung Hom Bay
Tickets:  Free entry, Register Online

 

Winter is Here! Game of Thrones Season 8 Premiere Party!

Join in with other GOT FANatics for a screening of the anxiously anticipated Season 8 premiere. Costumes are encouraged.

When:     15 April 2019
Where:    Social Room, Central
Tickets:  $158.99, Facebook Event

 

Ed Sheeran Live in Hong Kong

Superstar Ed Sheeran truly needs no introduction. He will be stopping in Hong Kong on his tour this spring.

When:     18 April 2019
Where:    Hong Kong Fantasy Road Outdoor Venue
Tickets:  Website

 

Want to find more events around Hong Kong? Check out our complete what’s on guide here.

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