Best of What’s On this Week: 22 February 2019

Let us inspire you with our pick of what's on around Hong Kong this week, 22 February 2019!

21 Feb 2019 — By Catherine Stewart, Melanie Grosjean / What's On

Planning for the week ahead? Let us help with these highlights of what’s on in HK this week 22 February 2019. Want more? Check out our comprehensive what’s on guide with full listings for the months ahead here.

Things to Do in Hong Kong this Week: 22 February 2019

[email protected] Charity Lunch + Bazaar

handicraft bazaar

Shop, eat & network at the latest [email protected] bazaar and support Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation at the same time! Enjoy free entry to the pop-up stalls showcasing one-of-a-kind clothing, jewellery, home care, skin care and more. There will also be a 3 course lunch from 12:30-3pm with a chance to learn more about SKSFF and their incredible dog rescue stories – places for lunch are limited so pre-book! (Happy Hour : Buy one get one free on cocktails from 3-5pm)

When: 1 March (11 am to 5 pm)
Where: El Charro, Shop 208, The Arcade, Cyberport
Tickets: FREE entry to the bazaar, $260 per person for lunch (must pre-book for lunch). Facebook event, lunch booking http://eepurl.com/gf86KT

Honne Live in Hong Kong

Honne

British duo HONNE will be playing in Hong Kong with their full band. Influenced by the likes of Al Green and Bill Withers, their warm electronic sound gushes with emotive sweetness. This will be their first full production show in Hong Kong.

When: 27 February 2019
Where: MacPherson Stadium, Mong Kok
Tickets: $470, Facebook Event

Kids Cooking Workshop – Madeleines

Kids Cooking Workshop

A really nice cooking class where your kids will use their little fingers to bake some Madeleines and savor them in the friendly atmosphere of the Alliance Francaise.

When: 23 February 2019
Where: Alliance Francaise de Hong Kong, Kowloon
Tickets: $200, Event Website

Find more fun events for kids in our family-friendly what’s on guide here!

Bob James Trio Live in Hong Kong

The two-times Grammy awarded, master jazz pianist behind all time classic songs like “Nautilus”, “Westchester Lady”, “Angela”, and “Take me to The Mardis Gras”, comes to Hong Kong. Bob James Trio will be playing live at Ocean Park featuring bassist Michael Palazzo & Ron Otis on drums.

When: 27 February 2019
Where: Applause Pavillion, Ocean Park
Tickets: From $280, Event Website

#YogaForAll Yoga for a Better You

In the name of community, coming together and becoming a better version of ourselves – Yoga for a Better You is all about finding inspiration in all things light and peaceful.

When: 24 February 2019
Where: Repulse Bay Beach
Tickets: Free event, no registration needed, check Facebook for more details

Choreography Walk

Choreography walk map

The Choreography Walk takes staircases, footbridges and the world’s longest outdoor escalator as starting points, this hour-long journey echoes the natural and man-made verticality of Hong Kong Island. Traversing between quiet and spacious old districts and loud, dense commercial centres, participants will discover dance movement that highlight the incremental transformations of space and atmosphere.

When: 22, 23, 24 February 2019
Where: Central and Sheung Wan
Tickets: https://www.hk.artsfestivalplus.org/activities/choreography-walk

Touching the Void

One of the greatest true stories of adventure and survival comes to the stage in this thriller directed by Tony Award-winner, Tom Morris. Two men attempt a dangerous Andean mountain ascent climbing on the same rope in appalling weather when disaster strikes.

When: 21-24 February, 26 February – 2 March 2019
Where: Theatre, HK City Hall
Tickets: From $360, Event Website

Ding Ding Soho Comedy Showcase

Ding Ding Comedy brings Hong Kong’s best and brightest acts back to the city’s legendary den of comedic iniquity. No topics are off the table so bring the laughs and maybe not the kids! The venue doesn’t sell or serve alcohol, so be sure to bring your own liquid fun.

When: 23 February 2019
Where: Takeout Comedy Club, Soho
Tickets: From $175, Ticketflap

The Nature of Forgetting

nature of forgetting

Tom is 55 today. As he dresses for his party, tangled threads of disappearing memories spark him into life, unravelling as a tale of friendship, love and guilt.

When: 21-24 February 2019
Where: Studio Theatre, HK Cultural Centre
Tickets: From $260, Event Website

Dauntless: TEDxLingnan University

Dauntless

Come out and experience nine great speakers one afternoon centered around the theme of “Dauntless” at the newest TEDx event in Hong Kong.

When: 23 February 2019
Where: Lingnan University, Tuen Mun
Tickets: $103.99, Eventbrite

Dark Room: Solo Performance

Written, directed and performed by Kristina Pakhomova, Dark Room celebrates strong women who are still fighting for independence and self-love, fighting against stigma and pressure from society to be perfect daughters, wives and mothers, that can sometimes come at the cost of their own happiness and health.

When: 22-23 February 2019
Where: The Hive, Kennedy Town
Tickets: From $180, Ticketflap

TBC Improv Comedy: Post-Valentines Valentines Edition

The TBC Team is back with a post-Valentine’s themed improvised comedy show. The ticket comes with a free drink.

When: 22 February 2019
Where: Social Room, 3/F Won Hing Building
Tickets: $233.98, Eventbrite

Nouveau Jazz Weekend – Mezquida Trio

Marco Marquizeda

Hailed as a great ‘pianista’ and ‘improvisador’- Marco Mezquido is recognized as one of the finest jazz pianists of his generation. For his Hong Kong debut, Mezquido will perform both as a soloist and in a trio with cellist Martin Melendez and percussionist Aleix Tobias.

When: 22-23 February 2018
Where: Drama Theatre, HKAPA
Tickets: $300, HK Ticketing