The Best Things to do This Week: 22 November 2019

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

Planning for the week ahead? Let us help with these highlights of what’s on in HK this week 22 November 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.

Featured Event: British Boarding Schools Show

Plan your child’s entry into the world’s leading educational system! The British Boarding Schools Show is coming to Hong Kong for the third time. Take the opportunity to meet the UK’s leading experts and talk 1-1 with admissions staff from the top boarding schools.

When:     25 November 2019
Where:    Island Shangri-La
Tickets:  Free, Register on Eventbrite

 

Prestige Fairs at the Conrad – Christmas Lifestyle and Gift Fairs 2019

Prestige’s Christmas Lifestyle and Gift Fairs will showcase a wide variety of pop-up shops in the Conrad Ballroom, perfect for finishing off your Christmas shopping list.

When:     26 November, 16 December 2019 (10am – 8pm)
Where:    Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place (Grand Ballroom)
For more information:  Event Website

 

Moonlit Movies

Hong Kong’s largest outdoor cinema is back just in time for Christmas this year! Held across 15 nights starting in November, Moonlit Movies will be capturing the spirit of Christmas and playing classics for the whole family to enjoy.

When:     27 November – 22 December 2019
Where:    Hong Kong Observation Wheel
For more information:  Event Website

 

Re-Mark

As the opening act of CCDC’s City Contemporary Dance Festival 2019, Freespace will present a Hong Kong restaging of Re-Mark – a thought-provoking new work that explores the landscapes of Hong Kong’s contemporary culture.

When:     22-24 November 2019
Where:    The Box, Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets:  $300, Event Website

 

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

The popular outdoor market is back. Shop for handmade crafts, hand-crafted soaps, jewellery, clothing and sample delicious foods (plus take some home with you), while supporting local businesses.

When:      24 November, 8 December 2019, 12 January, 9 February, 8 March, 19 April, 10 May, 14 June 2020
Where:     Discovery Bay
For more information: Event Website

For all your Christmas shopping needs, check out our Christmas Markets and Bazaars round-up

 

Christmas at Retykle

To kick off the festive season, Retykle is hosting a special week-long programme of Christmas inspired activities such as a Christmas photoshoot and fun workshops for adults and kids. They’ll also have a daily edit of thousands of items on display from the world’s most coveted designer childrenswear labels.

When:     18-23 November 2019
Where:    Retykle Studio, Wong Chuk Hang
For more information:  Facebook

Find more kid-friendly events in this post!

 

Beefcake and Indigo Town

Beefcake and Indigo Town will perform at Rula Live until the wee hours.

When:     23 November 2019
Where:    Rula Live, Lan Kwai Fong
For more information:  Facebook

 

VR Dance Video

Part installation, part experimental VR dance experience, this futuristic metafiction film by director Singing Chen and choreographer Chou Shu-yi, offers audiences a unique look at the possibilities of moving image dance works.

When:     22-24 November 2019
Where:    The Studio, Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets:  $30, Event Website

 

The Hive Men’s Day

This whole day event will feature a marketplace, barbers and a panel discussion around men’s health in support of Movember.

When:     27 November 2019
Where:    The Hive, Kennedy Town
For more information:  Facebook

 

LinkedIn Park x Soul Proprieters

A night of pop/rock, alternative, jazz funk and fusion with two local Hong Kong bands: LinkedIn Park and Soul Proprieters.

When:     22 November 2019
Where:    Peel Fresco Music Lounge, Sheung Wan
For more information:  Facebook

 

Lady Death: Story of a Female Sniper

This original play is inspired by the true story of the legendary Soviet Union sniper, Ludmila Pavlichenko – known and feared by her enemies as Lady Death.

When:     27 November – 1 December 2019
Where:    McAulay Studio, Wan Chai
Tickets:  From $200, Ticketflap

 

HK Phil: The Labeque Sisters

Jaap van Zweden will conduct and the Labeque Sisters will perform on the piano a programme that includes works by Wagner, Philip Glass, Chan Kai-young and Mussorgsky.

When:     22-23 November 2019
Where:    Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall
Tickets:  From $380, Ticketflap

 

FreshUp 2019 <<Our City>>

With the theme “Our City” for FreshUp 2019, musicians will reflect on their emotions and bond with their city – Hong Kong. Guest bands Cassette and Stirfry will join in with local new talent.

When:     24 November 2019
Where:    Fringe Dairy, Central
Tickets:  $190, Ticketflap

 

Sam Tsui Asia Tour

Sam Tsui has been hailed as an internet singing sensation who, along with his partner Kurt Schneider, was among the first musicians to establish a hugely popular music-focused channel on YouTube.

When:     27 November 2019
Where:    Hidden Agenda: This Town Needs, Yau Tong
For more information:  Facebook

 

SALES

US lo-fi minimalist guitar pop group SALES will be coming to Hong Kong for their debut performance. Darlings of the indie blogosphere, they’ve headlined tours across the US, Canada and Europe and will stop in HK as part of Clockenflap Presents.

When:     29 November 2019
Where:    This Town Needs, Yau Tong
Tickets:  $360, Ticketflap

 

Valley Club Day

The Challenge Trophy is back and Valley RFC need your support! There’ll be a family tent, hospitality and more at this tournament.

When:     23 November 2019
Where:    Valley RFC, Happy Valley
For more information:  Facebook

 

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

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