Let us inspire you with our pick of what’s on and things to do in Hong Kong. Whether you’re looking for something to do this weekend or during the month, we might have great ideas for you.
Art & Exhibitions
Hong Kong Calligraphy and Painting Collection Exhibition
One of many events being held for the 25th HKSAR Establishment Day, the works of famous Hong Kong painters such as Ouyang Naizhan, Ren Zhen Han, Cen Feilong, and Lin Hukui depicting old Hong Kong scenes and memories through brushes and ink will be exhibited at Sheung Wan Civic Centre.
When: 8 – 12 July 2022, 10am – 8pm
Where: Exhibition Hall, 6/F, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 345 Queen’s Rd Central, Sheung Wan
Tickets: Free admission
Textile Design Workshops by A Studio
‘A Studio’ in PMQ combines textile techniques like wool felting and cyanotype printing, where “mistakes” really just mark uniqueness with minimalistic fashion. They offer various workshops, such as botanical printing on a scarf, cyanotype printing on T-shirts, postcards, and tote bags, and wool felting to make bags. Make your own one-of-a-kind accessory and explore the fun in “failing”!
When: Now until 30 September 2022
Where: H406, 4/F, Block B, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central
Tickets: HK$280-HK$1,680. Buy tickets on Klook.
Under The Stone: Hand-building Pottery Class
In this beginner-friendly pottery workshop series, learn basic ceramic techniques like hand-building, glazing, and decoration. With six classes ranging from Level 1 to Level 2, you can choose to learn how to make a cherry blossom plate, rustic Japanese flower vases, mini animals, or a couples sake set. Four two-hour slots are available every day: 12pm-2pm, 2pm-4pm, 4pm-6pm, and 6pm-8pm.
When: Now until 12 November 2022
Where: Flat D2, 6/F, Victorious Factory Building, 35 Tseuk Luk St, San Po Kong
Tickets: HK$792-HK$1,512. Buy tickets on Klook.
Hong Kong Tufting Workshop 2022
Tufting is an ancient garment-making technique where a thread is weaved through a base to create warm clothes. Theflooriscold Studio is hosting a tufting workshop where you can make a drink caoster, wall deocration, mirror decoration, or handbag using this technique. Customise your size, shape, colours, and designs with personalised guidance along the way to make a handmade keepsake.
When: Now until 27 November 2022 (50x50cm) or 30 September 2022 (80x80cm)
Where: 24/F, Gold King Industrial Building, 35-41 Tai Lin Pai Rd, Kwai Hing
Tickets: HK$659-HK$1,299. Buy tickets on Klook.
Digital Art Fair Asia Edition | Hong Kong 2022
The theme of this year’s Digital Art Fair ‘Asia Edition’ is Rhapsody of Art. A multi-sensory experience where art exhibitions, engagement with artists, and NFT co-creation coolide. The Great Lawn of West Kowloon Cultural District’s 30,000 sq.ft of space will be transformed inton immersive art experience with 30 renowned art galleries exhibiting, an NFT art exchange, VR zone, and educational programs and workshops.
When: 28 September 2022 to 5 October 2022
Where: The Great Lawn, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: HK$140-$880, 20% off early bird tickets available until 10 June. Buy tickets on Klook.
Neon Workshop and Florist Workshop
Join Myosotis Flower’s neon sign or florist workshops for a fun bestie activity or date! There are five different workshops available for you to create a customized piece for your home: neon pattern/quote on wooden canvas, neon pattern/quote on acrylic board, preserved flower light-up bell jar, preserved flower deocrated mirror, and Shimenawa rope with preserved flower. All materials are included and you can get discounts when registering on Klook.
When: Now until 3 December 2022
Where: Flat 6B3, 6/F, Block B, Mai Tak Industrial Building, 221 Wai Yip St, Kwun Tong
Tickets: HK$380-HK$580. Buy tickets on Klook.
Expos & Festivals
GREEN Hospitality Conference 2022
This year’s Green Conference addresses the complex issue of sustainability in the hospitality industry, and aims to foster collaboration and a shared commitment to achieving well-rounded sustainability in travel and tourism by 2030. Stakeholders, start-ups, and civil organizations will be able to attend interactive panels, keynotes, and workshops.
When: 5 – 8 July 2022
Where: Eaton Club Central, 5/F, Champion Tower, 3 Garden Rd, Central
Tickets: HK$264.98 to HK$1,059.90. Buy tickets on Eventbrite.
The 22nd Hong Kong Homex 2022
The Home Furnishing Trends Expo, Homex for short, is the one-stop solution for household goods of the year. For 21 years, the expo has brought together furniture, appliance, decoration, and smart home equipment to promote creative and functional homeware. Visitors can also access the 20th Hong Kong Winter Food Festival held at the same time in Hall 3.
When: 24 – 27 December 2022
Where: Hall 1, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai
Tickets: HK$20, free admission for under-3s and over-65s. Pay with Octopus at entrance.
The 20th Hong Kong Food Festival
The annual Hong Kong Winter Food Festival brings foodstuff brands from Japan, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and Korea together over five days, attracting growing businesses and celebrity chefs every year. Find rare food products and discover cooking demonstrations at this food lovers’ fest.
When: 24 – 28 December 2022
Where: Hall 3, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai
Tickets: HK$20, free admission for under-3s and over-65s. Pay with Octopus at entrance.
Shopping & Markets
‘Good Old Soil’ Lantau Farm Fest
The first ever Lantau Farm Fest gathers together Lantau-produced fruits and vegetables, craft beer, honey, snacks, and handicrafts. #GoodOldSoil is a joint collaboration between Mui Wo farmers and young community-builders supporting local agriculture. You can also join two workshops: using local vegetables to create a summer meal and a tour of Lantau.
When: 30 July 2022, 11am – 6pm
Where: The Humble Room, 21 Chung Hau St, Mui Wo, Lantau Island
Tickets: Free admission
Plant-Based Love Food Mart
The Vegetarian Butcher’s plant-based protein market hosted by Hysan Place features five restaurants that have created dishes that celebrate plant-based meat: The Drunken Pot, Mr. Brine, Thaifoon, New Daily, and The Vigor. Purchase and use “New Meat” coins, the proceeds of which will be donated to WWF Hong Kong. One ticket includes three “New Meat” tokens (valued at HK$40 each), an eco-bag, and cutlery set.
When: 8 – 10 July 2022, 11am – 9pm
Where: Hysan Place (Kai Chiu Road Entrance), 500 Hennessy Rd, Causeway Bay
Tickets: HK$120 – HK$150. Buy tickets on Klook.
Discovery Bay Sunday Market
Organized by Handmade Hong Kong, an organization with the drive to bring our community together to build, sustain, and inspire each other. The Sunday markets are part of a series of regular craft markets inviting Hong Kong creators to showcase their products. This month the vendors will be selling everything from sunglasses to art to baked goods, so be sure to come with an empty stomach and full wallet!
When: 10 July, 14 August 2022
Where: DB Main Plaza, Discovery Bay
Tickets: Free admission
Music
“Celebration of Life” Concert
Founder of the Asian Youth Orchestra (in Chinese, Yaging), Pang Xin, passed away on Christmas Day in 2020. Pang Xin was awarded the Bronze and Silver Bauhinia Stars for his work in Hong Kong arts. His legacy is 25,000 young musicians who have gone on to play in professional orchestras all over the world. The “Celebration of Life” concert, featuring songs Pang Xin toured with Yaging, will be performed by a group of former Asian Youth musicians.
When: 16 July 2022, 7:30pm
Where: Hong Kong City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central
Tickets: HK$150. Buy tickets on URBTIX.
Hong Kong Doujin Philharmonia’s “MECHA.MK_II”
Hong Kong Doujin Philharmonia, along with jazz quartet Rootless Voyagers, has curated a 2.5 hour performance of musical numbers from various Mecha anime, or robot anime, that have captured generations of audiences around the world. Two concerts will be held, in late July and early August. Get 5% off of tickets when you buy tickets on Klook.
When: 30 July & 6 August 2022, 7:30pm – 10pm
Where: Sheung Wan Civic Centre Theatre (30 July) and Ngau Chi Wan Civic Centre Theatre (Aug 6)
Tickets: HK$144 to HK$304. Buy tickets for both the July 30 and August 6 concerts on Klook.
Dance & Movement
Mermaid Dance Trial and Underwater Photography
Mermaid Ocean Palace is the first mermaid dance school in Hong Kong, teaching beginners how to move and dance elegantly underwater. You can choose a mermaid dance trial (includes a mermaid tail and professional mermaid dance class), underwater mermaid photography (includes 2 hours of shooting time, dress and tail, and 6 retouched photos), and group mermaid photography (2 guests and 10 retouched photos). You can also add on makeup service to bring your photos to the next level!
When: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 2022 (Mermaid Dance Trial timeslots: 7pm – 7:45pm; 8pm – 8:45pm; 9pm – 9:45pm)
Where: King George V School, 2 Tin Kwong Road, Ho Man Tin
Tickets: From HK$598. Buy tickets on Klook.
Food Salvager 2022 Dino Range Charity Obstacle Run
FOODSPORT’s fifth charity obstacale run has a dinosaur theme this year. Participants will become Dino Rangers searching for dinosaur eggs to redeem finishing gifts. Calories burnt during the quest will be converted into food units donated to FOOD-CO, St. James Settlement’s online food service platform, to go to those in need. The starting point is at Plaza Hollywood and winds through Kowloon City and Wong Tai Sin districts. Participants can choose to join any 30-minute slots throughout the day. Prizes include coupons for Decathlon, Her Own Words, Jumping Gym, and more.
When: 14 August 2022, 9am – 6pm
Where: Starting point at Stars Atrium, Plaza Hollywood, Diamond Hill
Tickets: HK$200. Buy tickets on Klook.
Food & Drink
‘Yakuza’s Dojo Den’ Bentori One Year Anniversary Party
It’s hard to believe Japanese skewer and sake cocktail destination Bentori is already celebrating its first year anniversary when the hideaway is already a tried-and-true favourite after-work Central destination. The ’90s, yakuza-themed party will feature four-hour free-flow sake (including creative cocktails by the mixologist, such as the Pineapple Saketini), mixers, draft beer, prosecco and juice (regular price HK$499, early bird price until 11 July HK$449) and/or unlimited skewers like their signature smoky chicken skewer (HK$300). DJ Seth Gutierrez of Dragon-I will be pumping hip-hop that ’80s and ’90s babies won’t be able to resist all night.
When: 23 July 2022, 4pm till late
Where: Bentori, G/F, 10 Tit Hong Ln, Central
Tickets: HK$300 for unlimited skewers to HK$499 for unlimited drinks, early bird HK$449. Buy tickets online.
Other
European Union Film Festival 2022
The European Union Office of Hong Kong and Macao’s film festival highlights the current plight of Ukraine and upholds the values of freedom, peace, and human dignity. Films will be screened in five Broadway theatres across the city. The festival opens with a screening of The Forgotten, which tells the story of a teacher stranded in a city occupied by separatists in Ukraine, and closing with Leave No Traces, a film about communist Poland.
When: 15 – 31 July 2022
Where: Broadway Cinematheque, MOViE MOViE Cityplaza, PALACE ifc, Premiere ELEMENTS, MY CINEMA YOHO Mall
Tickets: HK$95, concession tickets available. Buy tickets on Broadway Circuit.
The 40th Hong Kong Film Awards
The 40th Hong Kong Film Awards are being held in-person for the first time in two years after being moved online due to the Covid pandemic. The second round of voting began in March and will continue until the end of April. All registered voters in Hong Kong are eligible to cast votes in-person or by mail for the 19 categories, which include Best Film, Best Film Editing, and Best Action Choreography. A film is defined as a “Hong Kong film” when two of these criteria are filled: the director is a HKID holder, the film company is legally registered in Hong Kong, and at least six people working on the film are HKID holders.
When: 17 July 2022, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Where: The Star Hall, KITEC, No. 1 Exhibition and Trade Drive, Kowloon Bay
Tickets: Free admission
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