What’s On In Hong Kong
Hong Kong's most comprehensive guide to what's on over the coming months. We've done all the legwork and found these events that we know you'll love!
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Music, Shopping, Theatre & Dance, Food & Drink, Comedy, Health & Wellness, Nightlife, Sports, Movie Openings, Art, Other Events
Find our pick of family-friendly events in this post.
**All event details are correct to the best of our knowledge, but please check with event organisers directly in case of last-minute cancellations or postponements**
Music
Rulapalooza #3
Rula Live and The Underground continue their electric collaboration with a third edition of Rulapalooza that promises to thrill live music lovers of Hong Kong.
When: 19 September 2020
Where: Rula Live, Central
Tickets: Free entry, Facebook
Sunset Rollercoaster
Taiwanese adult-rock gem 落日飛車 Sunset Rollercoaster will return Hong Kong with their first headline show (and the biggest yet) in three years at Macpherson Stadium.
When: 11 October, 2020
Where: MacPherson Stadium, Mong Kok
For more information: Facebook
Free Music Livestreams
Missing live music? Live Nation is running free livestream performances with a number of hot bands as a part of their Live From Home prgoram.
When: Ongoing during shutdowns
Where: Online
For more information: Live Nation
Creamfields Hong Kong 2020
Creamfields music festival will return to the outdoor venue at Art Park. Exact artist line-up is TBA, but we expect it to be an exciting festival as always.
When: 12-13 December 2020
Where: Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District
For more information: Event Website
Avril Lavigne – Head Above Water World Tour
Pop rock icon and global recording superstar Avril Lavigne will stop in Hong Kong on her highly anticipated ‘Head Above Water’ tour.
When: 9 February 2021
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau
Tickets: From $488, HK Ticketing
Green Day Live in Hong Kong
Well known American rock band Green Day will perform live in Hong Kong. This performance was originally scheduled for 20 March 2020.
When: 19 March 2021
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau
Tickets: From $588, HK Ticketing
Find all the best events for children and families in our awesome Kids & Family What’s On Guide.
Shopping & Markets
Organic Farmer Market & Vegetable Pick-up Point
Alvin, owner of “Magic Organics” farm will display his latest and freshest organic harvest, discuss his passion and commitment to organic farming and introduce his new pre-order system of mixed vegetable boxes.
When: 15, 22, 29 September, 6, 13, 20 October 2020
Where: Fivelements Habitat, Wan Chai
Tickets: Free, Eventbrite
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: 11 October, 8, 22 November, 6 December 2020
Where: Discovery Bay
For more information: Event Website
Theatre & Dance
The Met: Live in HD 2020
Live performances of the Metropolitan Opera will be streamed in HD at the Bethanie Theatre.
When: 7 June – 8 November 2020
Where: Bethanie Theatre, HKAPA Bethanie Landmark Heritage Campus
Tickets: HK Ticketing
Comedy
Health & Wellness
The Hive HK’s Virtual Wellness Month
For the entirety of September, the Hive will be hosting a variety of online events. Focused solely on the health and wellbeing of both the mind and body, there’ll be weekly yoga classes, body weight workouts, meditation sessions, workshops on organic skincare, and even a panel on the benefits of CBD.
When: 31 August – 30 September 2020
Where: Online
For more information: Eventbrite
Online: Morning Yoga with Janet
Start your day fresh with an online session of energising yoga with Certified Yoga Instructor, Janet from The Balanced Jungle.
When: 16., 23, 30 September 2020
Where: Online
For more information: Facebook
Yoga Intensive Using Props with Tin Ming
This weekend intensive provides foundational skills necessary for a safe and effective yoga practice. Reaping the benefits from a variety of props, the workshop aims to guide participants in experiencing all asanas more deeply.
When: 12-13 December 2020
Where: Pure Yoga, Causeway Bay
For more information: Facebook
Spartan Hong Kong
Spartan is returning to the city’s event calendar with several events including the first ever Spartan Trail event in Hong Kong and the city’s first stand-alone Spartan Kid’s Race.
When: Rescheduled for 20 March 2021
Where: Tai Po
For more information: Event Website
Food & Drink
Back to the 80s – All You can Eat Dim Sum
Featuring an array of Duddell’s newly created and signature dim sum items from the menu, the all-you-can-eat menu pays homage to the golden decade of 1980s Hong Kong.
When: Monday – Thursday in September and October, 2020
Where: Duddell’s Hong Kong, Central
Tickets: $298 + 10%, Facebook
Yardley Brothers x Typhoon Brewery Eastern Lightning Launch
Stop by the Globe to try this collaboration brew with the original HK craft brewery Typhoon Brewery. Free beer, welly wanging, drinking competitions, Coconut Shy and a Tombola.
When: 12 September 2020
Where: The Globe, SoHo
For more information: Facebook
Vegan Middle Eastern Cooking Class
LEarn to make Messabaha, Vegan Kibbeh, Flatbread, a fresh seasoned vegetable salad and date cookies. Fee includes lunch, drinks, snacks and recipes.
When: 23 September 2020
Where: Olive Leaf, Pak Kok, Lamma Island
Tickets: $600, Facebook
Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2020
Renowned as the largest whisky event in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Whisky Festival is celebrating its 5th anniversary. The event will feature more than 1,100 different whisky expressions, alongside an array of exciting master classes hosted by diverse brand ambassadors.
When: 11 October 2020
Where: InterContinental Grand Stanford, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From $248, Facebook
Hong Kong Virtual Wine & Dine Festival
The annual Wine & Dine Festival which was scheduled to take place over 4 days in October, is moving online this year. Instead of the usual pop-up market format, this year’s festival will consist of wine tasting, cooking classes, wine auctions and more, all online over a period of several weeks.
When: Several weeks in November
Where: Online
For more information: Event Website
Nightlife
Millennial Quiz Night: Mean Girls Edition
Test your knowledge of pop culture from the past four decades (no questions pre-date 1981) and current affairs! Win prizes and alcohol for your expert knowledge in the nostalgic memories you harbour from your days in front of the TV circa 1995 and your mom’s trashy magazines.
When: 13 September 2020
Where: The Aftermath Bar, Central
For more information: Facebook
Bobby’s Rabble Quiz Night (Zoom and Live)
Hong Kong’s favourite pub quiz, the pub quiz for people that don’t like pub quizzes is held every Tuesday night at 8pm. When COVID-19 prevents live events, the quiz is held online via Zoom.)
When: 15, 22, 29 September, 6 October 2020
Where: Bobby’s Rabble, Central
Tickets: Facebook
FuFu Presents Feel The Groove
Fufu residency is back at Duddell’s. Get your dancing shoes ready for a special night under the sign of The Groove.
When: 26 September 2020
Where: FuFu Creative, Duddell’s, Central
Tickets: From $100, Facebook
Trance Ma² Presents: Escape
Following on from a number of successful trance nights, which have hosted the likes of Will Atkinson & Menno De Jong, Escape is a concept based around all styles of trance and featuring some of the best trance DJs in Hong Kong and around the world.
When: 3 October 2020
Where: Social Room, Central
Tickets: From $100, Facebook
Glastoballs Festival
Got Balls is putting their own spin on the world famous Glastonbury Festival. Expect the contemporary arts of anthem singing, dance off twerking and of course, 3 festival themed rounds of bingo.
When: 23 October 2020
Where: ClubONE, Sheung Wan
Tickets: $450, Facebook
Friday Sessions with DJ Kaos
Koas is an integral part of the Berlin underground scene and runs his own vinyl imprint, Jolly Jams. He’s known for his disco and acid house excursions.
When: 4 December 2020
Where: Music Room, Potato Head Hong Kong, Sai Ying Pun
For more information: Facebook
Sports
Movies Opening in Hong Kong This Week
Check out these film releases that are opening this week at theatres around Hong Kong, visit the Hong Kong Movie app to get more information and show times.
A Choo
Love You Forever
Tenet
I Still Believe
Antebellum
Other Events
Online: TEDTalk-Style Presentation Skills Workshop
Improve your public speaking and storytelling skills with tips straight from the mouth of a 7-time TEDx Speaker.
When: 10 September 2020
Where: Online via Zoom and Facebook Live
Tickets: $150 for Hive members, $200 for non-members, Facebook
Woodwork Induction Class 2020: Machine Operation and Safety
In this class you’ll learn how to operate the following woodwork machines: bandsaw, mitre saw, table saw and wood router. If you pass the class you’ll be able to use these woodworking machines at MakerBay.
When: 13, 20 September 2020
Where: MakerBay, Tsuen Wan
Tickets: $400, Eventbrite
Labyrinth Mandala Night
In this September Monthly Mandala Meet Up, you’ll work with the image of the labyrinth as the basis of artmaking. You’ll create a meditative art piece using a range of media.
When: 17 September 2020
Where: Wild at Art Studio, Central
Tickets: $480, includes all materials, Facebook
Candle Carving Workshop with Candle Alchemy
In this workshop, you’ll cut and carve your own candles using curls and soft waves. The finished candle will be a unique work of art with the option to install a LED light in the bottom so you can enjoy your candle at home without fire hazards.
When: 3-31 October (select dates)
Where: Candle Alchemy, Hung Hom
Tickets: $850, HK Ticketing
Hong Kong International Literary Festival
THe Hong Kong International Literary Festival is an annual event held over ten days each autumn, featuring established and emerging writers from around the world in a programme that includes discussions, literary lunches and dinners, workshops, lectures, debates, book signings and readings. This year’s festival will go ahead as a hybrid festival of live and online events.
When: 5-15th November 2020
Where: Online and in various locations around Hong Kong
For more information: Event Website
Online Art Programmes at Tai Kwun
Tai Kwun Contemporary has launched an online series of tours and conversations. In addition to their VR 360° virtual gallery, on select Wednesdays and Saturdays in August, they will live-stream tours of their current exhibitions and conversations with artists.
When: Select Wednesdays and Saturdays in August
Where: Online
For more information: Tai Kwun Website
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Enjoy art at home with a range of programming from the Hong Kong Museum of Art. Browse their website for pamphlets, audio guides, multimedia programs of their exhibitions and more.
For more information: HKMoA Website
Shi Fu Miz Festival 2020
HK’s music and art festival created by Fufu and La Mamie’s is back in Cheung Chau this October with a brand new 3-day format. The Line-up is to be announced.
When: 30 October 2020
Where: Sai Yuen Farm, Cheung Chau Island
Tickets: $402.80, Eventbrite
If you have an event you think HK HUB readers would love, email [email protected] to request a free listing in our What’s On Guide.
Find all the best events for children and families in our awesome Kids & Family What’s On Guide.
Melanie Grosjean is a full-time mommy and part-time writer who left the U.S. for Asia several years ago and never looked back. Nowadays, she spends as much time traveling with her husband and toddler as possible. When she isn’t on the road or squeezed into economy class, you can find her sipping an iced latte or blogging at www.adventurefamilylife.com.
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