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
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Or, if life looks like more work than play these days, check out this roundup of Professional Networking and Training Events
**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**
What’s On This Weekend 20-22 March 2020
Classic & New Hot Rock @ The Aftermath
Road to Ruin @ Rula Live
[email protected]
Standup Comedy Open Mic @ The Riff
Comedy Showcase @ The Riff
DragJam6 – Just Because It’s Family @ The Hive
TBCHK: The Sound of Improv @ Social Room
Yin Yang Yoga with Dannie @ lululemon Pacific Place
Weekend Energiser @ Garage Academy
A Full Body Fitness Fiesta @ K11 MUSEA
Wellness Talk and Tea Party @ Gaylord Indian Restaurant
Hike & Breathwork @ Lamma Island
Free Zumba Workshop @ Fitness First – Nan Fung Place
Wandering the Wild: Forest Therapy and Tea Ceremony
The World Market @ Times Square
Friday Feels @ Popinjays
MANA! Community Day – World Water Day @ All MANA! Outlets
80s 90s Rooftop Vibes III Spring Countdown @ FoFo by el Willy
99 Bottles Turns Three! @ 99 Bottles
DJ FabSabs: Haze @ The Cobra Beach Club
Back In Time @ Rummin’ Tings
Hong Kong Story Walk @ House 1881
Sweatshirt Making Workshop @ Fabric Lab
Music
Classic & Hot New Rock
A great mix of classic and some of the newest original rock music in Hong Kong with The Sleeves, Pr!sm, The Neoastronauts, and Who’s King!
When: 21 March 2020
Where: The Aftermath, Central
Tickets: Free Entry, Eventbrite
Road To Ruin
Road To Ruin will rock LKF with their repertoire of evergreen songs from Ramones, Motorhead, Guns N’ Roses and Green Day!
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Rula Live, Lan Kwai Fong
For more information: Facebook
HK Phil: The Soldier and the Nightingale (Mixed Ensemble)
As a part of the six-concert Tai Kwun Chamber Music Series 2020, HK Phil will play a programme that includes Brown’s 4 Systems, Stravinsky’s L’Histoire du soldat, Cage’s 4’33’’ and Theo Loevendie’s The Nightingale for Narrator & Seven Instruments.
When: 23 March 2020
Where: JC Cube, Tai Kwun
Tickets: $200, HK Phil Website
Postponed: HYUKOH
Indie rock icon HYUKOH is making a return to Hong Kong. All of their previous shows in Hong Kong have sold-out, so don’t miss the chance to get tickets!
When: TBA
Where: Star Hall, KITEC
Tickets: Live Nation
Black Flag
For the very first time, the godfathers of hardcore will bring their mayhem to Hong Kong in this live show.
When: 26 March 2020
Where: Hidden Agenda: This Town Needs, Yau Tong
For more information: Facebook
POSTPONED (NEW DATE TBC): Sonar Hong Kong 2020
Sonar Hong Kong will make its hugely anticipated return with UK superstar Stormzy confirmed to close the SonarVillage. The festival will showcase its inimitable mix of pioneering music, creativity and technology across multiple stages.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Hong Kong Science Park
Tickets: From $780, Ticketflap
Big Band Night – All That Swing
The Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra is one of the most authentic Swing Big Bands in Hong Kong. Come and enjoy the unforgettable music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and Bob Mintzer.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Hong Kong Fringe Club, Central
For more information: Facebook
Hong Kong Sinfonietta: Cellomania – Sebastian Klinger Plays Schumann
Cellist Sebastian Klinger will open Hong Kong Sinfonietta’s new season with Schumann’s Cello Concerto in A minor under the baton of Music Director Yip Wing-sie.
When: 4 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall
Tickets: From $160, Urbtix
Two Finger Salute, Diamond 6 & The Mongcocks
Two Finger Salute, Diamond 6 & The Mongcocks will play the Wanch. Live music from 9pm to 12am.
When: 4 April 2020
Where: The Wanch, Wan Chai
Tickets: Free Entry, Facebook
First Half of Life
First Half of Life is a conceptual music concert which depicts the wonder and struggle of an artist. Live piano and orchestral music will be performed together with the original short film ‘Murmur & Memories.’
When: 7 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong Arts Centre Shouson Theatre
Tickets: From $140, Urbtix
The Big BandExpress 4th Year Anniversary
Founded in 2016 by trombonist Oliver Cura, The Big BandExpress is an active 12-20 piece jazz orchestra, consisting of Hong Kong based jazz and big band musicians.
When: 11 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong Fringe Club, Central
For more information: Facebook
Dreamers in Broadway
Dreamers Trombone Quartet will perform many classic Broadway pieces rearranged for a trombone ensemble. The concert serves as a tribute to the great musicians and theatre practitioners who pursued their dreams in the Broadway over the long years.
When: 11 April 2020
Where: Sheung Wan Civic Centre Lecture Hall
Tickets: $140, Urbtix
Yu Long – Jian Wang’s Don Quixote
Star Chinese cellist Jian Wang will perform ‘Flowing Sleeves’ a very lyrical concerto composed by Chinese composer, Zhou Tian. Jian Wang and his cello take on a very different role in Strauss’ famous tone poem, where they portray the antics of the tall, dreamy and mad Don Quixote.
When: 17-18 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall
Tickets: From $220, HK Phil
Life is Valuable – Charity Concert for the Alleviation of Poverty
A range of different artists will perform in a multi-disciplinary program to benefit the Society for Community Organization.
When: 20 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall
Tickets: From $500, Ticketflap
Jazz Marathon for the International Jazz Day
The greatest jazz party of the year will feature a marathon of jazz concerts all day long. There will be two sessions with great jazz bands representing a range of different jazz styles and backgrounds.
When: 25 April 2020
Where: Queen Elizabeth Stadium Arena, Wan Chai
Tickets: From $160, Urbtix
The Red Stripes ‘Made in Hong Kong’ Album Launch Party
The Red Stripes is celebrating the release of their second vinyl album ‘Made In Hong Kong’ with two full sets of original and classic music with cool support from DJ Star.
When: 25 April 2020
Where: Cadillac Bar & Grill, Causeway Bay
Tickets: Free entry, Facebook
Akira Yamaoka Tour
Composer and producer of the Silent Hill series, Akira Yamaoka will perform a live performance in Hong Kong.
When: 30 April 2020
Where: KITEC Music Zone
Tickets: From $350, Ticketflap
The Oscar Maestro: Alexandre Desplat
Alexandre Desplat has composed original scores for over 170 films including Argo, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The King’s Speech, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Lust, Caution. He will conduct signature works and transport us back to revisit touching moments in the films.
When: 1 May 2020
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall
Tickets: From $480, Ticketflap
Mozart’s La Finta Giardiniera by Les Arts Florissants
Les Arts Florissants is an ensemble of singers and instrumentalists specialized in Baroque music and known around the world. They’ll perform La Finta Giardiniera as a part of Le French May.
When: 7 May 2020
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre – Concert Hall
Tickets: From $180, Event Website
Funk Ska Nation
This evening will combine two eclectic musical genres to keep you on your feet and rocking out all night. The lineup includes Sunrise, The Funkaphones, The Riddem Section, and The Red Stripes.
When: 16 May 2020
Where: Rula Live, Lan Kwai Fong
Tickets: From $140, Facebook
Miloš Guitar Superstar
Miloš Karadaglić is back on stage, delighting audiences worldwide with his programme “The Voice of the Guitar”, which includes repertoire from the Baroque period, Latin America and Spain, The Beatles and other contemporary works, arranged for guitar and string ensemble.
When: 17 May 2020
Where: HK Cultural Centre Concert Hall, Tsim Sha Tsui
For more information: Facebook
ONE OK ROCK
J-rock icon ONE OK ROCK will return to Hong Kong in their ‘Eye of the Storm Asia Tour’.
When: 22 May 2020
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Arena
Tickets: Details TBA, Live Nation
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: 24 May 2019
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau
Tickets: From $488, HK Ticketing
Moonchild – Live in HK
Moonchild is a combination of three independent strong-willed spirits – Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryx. The resulting union yields an ever-evolving fusion of alternative R&B and neo-soul. Last year they performed a sold-out show at TTN and we are excited to see them back in Hong Kong for another performance.
When: 28 May 202
Where: This Town Needs, Yau Tong
Tickets: From $320, Ticketflap
Live Jazz with Laurent de Wilde
Renowned jazz pianist Laurent de Wilde will feature in two different Live Jazz performances as a part of Le French May. The first a tribute to pianist and composer Thelonious Monk (June 9) and the second a duo piano performance with Ray Lema that mixes jazz and African music under the title ‘Riddles.’
When: 9-10 June 2020
Where: Hong Kong City Hall Theatre
Tickets: From $280, Event Website
AliAliVe 2020 Around the World
AliA is a six piece rock band with members including vocalist AYAME, guitarist Okamura Eren, keyboard TKT, violinist RINA, bassist SEIYA and drummer BOB. They’ll be returning to Hong Kong as a part of their 2020 world tour.
When: 14 June 2020
Where: Musiczone @ E-MAX
Tickets: From $350, Cityline
Lea Salonga: The Voice of Broadway
Broadway Diva Lea Salonga will close the HK Phil season this year. Alongside ‘The Human Heart’ from Once On This Island she will also sing songs from popular musicals and Disney movies.
When: 3-4 July 2020
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From $480, Ticketflap
Christopher
Christopher will come back to Hong Kong for his Asia Tour 2020 with his new album Under the Surface.
When: 28 August 2020
Where: KITEC Music Zone @ E-Max
Tickets: $680, Ticketflap
Billie Ellish: Where Do We Go? World Tour
Rising teenage singer-songwriter Billie Ellish will be performing her Hong Kong debut as a part of her ‘Where Do We Go?’ world tour.
When: 30 August 2020
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Arena
Tickets: On Sale from February 5, Live Nation
Ryuichi Sakamoto feat. Shiro Takatani: dis-play
By combining his electronic music with visual compositions from Visual Director Shiro Takatani, legendary Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto will provide Hong Kong fans with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience his one-of-a-kind audio-visual work at Freespace.
When: 11-12 September 2020
Where: The Box, Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: From $1180, Event Website
SHOW POSTPONED: Green Day Live in Hong Kong
Green Day will visit Hong Kong on their global stadium tour that comes on the heels of their recently released single, ‘Father Of All…’ – the lead track on their forthcoming 13th studio album of the same name.
When: TBA
Where: Arena, 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’s Market
Adams Ho, the owner of Yuen Long’s organic Fresh Angel Farm and long-term supplier of Fivelements Habitat’s Sakti Elixir will deliver the freshest spring harvest from his own farm and other local organic farms from the Hong Kong Pride collective at this Organic Farmer’s Market.
When: 28 March, 11, 25 April, 9, 23 May, 6, 20 June, 4, 18 July 2020
Where: Fivelements Habitats, Times Square
For more information: 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: 19 April, 10 May, 14 June 2020
Where: Discovery Bay
For more information: Event Website
Theatre & Dance
RESCHEDULED: NEW DATE TBA On View: Panorama
This cross-disciplinary exhibit examines how dancers present themselves to the camera, the audience and each other through a live dance performance and a dance film installation.
When: 17-19 April 2020
Where: The Box, Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: $350, West Kowloon Cultural District
[email protected]
With so many people working from home and children currently not in school, Hong Kong Ballet has launched [email protected], an exciting free online channel featuring interactive ballet content on Facebook. A variety of entertaining shows will be posted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the coming weeks.
When: Now until 15 May 2020
Where: Online
For more information: HK Ballet’s Facebook Page
Fuerza Bruta
After a world tour that included nine successful years off-Broadway in New York, revolutionary immersive theatre performance Fuerza Bruta will make it’s Hong Kong debut this May.
When: 12-24 May 2020
Where: Freespace, West Kowloon Art Park
Tickets: From $780, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tutu
Tutu is a rhythmic and humoristic maelstrom performed by six dancers. During 20 scenes, the six men play all the roles – more than 40 characters to make us laugh, surprise and impress us!
When: 13-14 June 2020
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre Grand Theatre
Tickets: From $160, Event Website
Comedy
Standup Comedy Open Mic at The Riff
Visit Hong Kong’s newest comedy club each Wednesday and Sunday night to try your hand at comedy or watch new and seasoned comedians work out material.
When: Every Wednesday and Sunday Evening
When: The Riff, Central
Tickets: Free Entry, Facebook
The Riff Comedy Showcase
The Riff is hosting a 2-day comedy showcase with many local comedy stars and internationally touring comedians.
When: 20-21 March 2020
Where: The Riff, Central
Tickets: $150, Ticketflap
DragJam6 – Just Because It’s Family
Drag Show with music, comedy and a unique art performance. You’re welcome to join in on the ‘drag’ family.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: The Hive, Kennedy Town
Tickets: $170, Facebook
TBCHK: The Sound of Improv
TBC HK is hosting their first fully musically improvised show! Get ready for a night of drama, suspense, thrills and comedy that you won’t want to miss! All improvised for your viewing pleasure by the TBC HK Improv team.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Social Room, Central
For more information: Eventbrite
Andy Curtain Standup Comedy: Protests & Outbreaks
Over the last year Andy’s toured Asia with Jim Gaffigan, Jim Jefferies, and worked with acts including Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle and Gad Elmaleh. He also stars in the online Mamahuhu series, hosts the Stuck In The Middle podcast and spent the last 9 years touring through the US, Asia and Australia.
When: 27-28 March 2020
Where: The Riff, Central
Tickets: $150, Ticketflap
A Gibberish & Mime Show
Don’t miss this unique show with no dialogue by TBC HK!
When: 25 April 2020
Where: Social Room, Central
Tickets: $100, Facebook
Health & Wellness
Yin Yang Yoga with Dannie
Join Dannie on the mat for an all-levels, freedom-feeling, heart and hip-opening class to energise the senses and rejuvenate the mind and body.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: lululemon Pacific Place, Admiralty
Tickets: Free, Register on Eventbrite
Weekend Energiser
Looking for a one-stop solution to get some fresh air, a workout, plant-based food and start growing your own organic veggies? Join Rooftop Republic and Garage Academy for a power combination of Fitness, Food & Farming, all in one day.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Garage Academy, Wan Chai
Tickets: $350 per person, $600 for two, Event Website
Absolute Focus x House of Fitness – A Full Body Fitness Fiesta
Enjoy an intense workout with upbeat music. The first 30 minutes will be a pilates-inspired class that focuses on abs by AbsFocus and the second 30 minutes will be High Intensity Body Weight Interval Training by House of Fitness.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: K11 MUSEA, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: $350, Event Website
Wellness Talk and Tea Party
Prominent Microbiologist Dr. Sanjay Nagarkar will provide professional advice and lead an interactive session on how to improve wellness under Coronavirus.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Gaylord Indian Restaurant, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Free, Register on Eventbrite
Hike & Breathwork
Tired of being stuck at home and disconnected from other people? Join in on this beautiful exploration hike and breathwork together with the Eastern Family.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Lamma Island
Tickets: Minimum donation of $150, Facebook
Free Zumba Workshop
Feel the beat with signature Latin and salsa-style music. Work your hips and stomach to strengthen your core, and learn fast, agile footwork that’ll strengthen your ankles. They’ve choreographed the dance with intervals of intensity. You’ll do squats, slow push-ups against the wall, and jumping exercises for a full body workout.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Fitness First – Nan Fung Place, Central
Tickets: Free, Eventbrite
Wandering the Wild: Forest Therapy and Tea Ceremony
This playfully created Nature & Forest Bathing walk, also known as Shinrin Yoku, will guide participants through a series of invitations to open your senses and connect you to the forest. The session will conclude with a tea ceremony under the gentle outdoor canopy.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Sai Kung
Tickets: From $440, Eventbrite
Pilates with Special Theme
Lean into the stretch in a workout that focuses on a balanced body. In this Pilates class instructors will show you how to stretch and lengthen all the major muscle groups in your body to make sure everything is balanced.
When: 25 March 2020
Where: Fitness First – One Pacific Centre, Kwun Tong
Tickets: Free, Eventbrite
Yoga Tune Up: Roll Your Pain Away
Learn self-myofascial release techniques through body rolling with a unique blend of corrective exercise, self-massage and yoga, especially designed to relieve pain in the shoulders, back and legs.
When: 29 March 2020
Where: FLOAX Floatation Therapy, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: $665.62, Eventbrite
Spartan East Asia Series Hong Kong
The 18th Spartan Hong Kong Race is now open for registration. This time there will be a Sprint race held at Night for the first time ever and the Elite and Age Group Super Race will be the first race of the 2020 East Asia Regional Series.
When: 18 April 2020
Where: Kam Tin Country Club, Kam Tin
For more information: Facebook
Inversion Immersion with Victor Chau
Embark on an upside-down journey with Victor Chau through a daily guided morning practice of various forms of inversions in this 5-day workshop.
When: 20-24 April 2020
Where: Fivelements Habitats, Times Square
Tickets: From $2720, Eventbrite
The Hive Wellness Retreat
The Hive Sheung Wan is hosting their annual Wellness retreat with the goal to create a community around mindful living and celebrate health and happiness at the start of the year.
When: 9 May 2020
Where: The Hive, Sheung Wan
Tickets: Free Entry, Workshops from $50, Eventbrite
The Splash Dash Relay
60 relay teams will raise money and swim as fast as they can to support Splash Foundation, the Hong Kong charity that uses swimming to empower and connect under-resourced communities. This is a fun event for people of all ages and abilities (bring the kids!) and all levels are invited to participate as long as they can swim 50 meters.
When: 24 May 2020
Where: Canadian international School
For more information: Event Website
Food & Drink
The World Market @ Times Square
The World Market offers a fully immersive cultural experience. Travel from country and country within Times Square as you discover and capture each unique eatery such as a Hong Kong wet market, French bakery, Caribbean fruit stand, Japanese sushi bar, Italian gelato cart, and a New York deli, all with charming food characters recreated in plush!
When: 2-26 March 2020
Where: Times Square, Causeway Bay
For more information: Event Website
LKF Pub Crawl
Join Hong Kong’s biggest party! Explore and discover HK’s infamous nightlife with experienced pub crawl guides. Cheap drinks, amazing venues and new friends – what are you waiting for?
When: 19, 26 March 2020
Where: Meet at Baby Buddha, Lan Kwai Fong
Tickets: $100, Facebook
Friday Feels at Popinjays!
Celebrate the end of the work week with drinks and relish in a selection of artisan cheese and charcuterie at Popinjays rooftop bar every Friday through the end of March.
When: 20, 27 March 2020
Where: Popinjays, The Murray Hong Kong
Tickets: Free entry, drink specials from 6pm, Eventbrite
MANA! Community Day – World Water Day
Stop by MANA to celebrate World Water Day. Bring your own water bottle & fill it up at any MANA! outlet, post a selfie #DrinkLikeItMatters, show an in-store associate and get a free mini cookie!
When: 22 March 2020
Where: All MANA! Outlets
For more information: Facebook
Tea Ceremony (Chado) Experience
Guests will enjoy a traditional Japanese matcha demonstration and tasting with Akio Nukaga’s ceramic tea bowls. The event will be hosted by Ms. Yuki Futama, a Japanese who lives in Hong Kong and has been practicing the Japanese way of tea for the past 10 years.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Maison Huit, Wan Chai
For more information: [email protected]
Vegan Jack Fruit Cooking Class
In this class you’ll learn all about using jackfruit as a meat replacement. You’ll get to make a vegan spring roll and vegan pulled pork to take home.
When: 24 April 2020
Where: Sesame Kitchen, Kun Man Tsuen
Tickets: $680, Eventbrite
The Great Hong Kong Bar Race
Starting from Rula Bula in LKF, teams of 4 will solve the clues and race to be the first team to the ending location. There’ll be awesome prizes, great challenges and cold drinks, and all the money goes to support @love21foundation.
When: 25 April 2020
Where: Rula Live, Lan Kwai Fong
For more information: 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: 16 May 2020
Where: InterContinental Grand Stanford, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From $248, Facebook
The 6th Vegetarian Food Asia and the 9th LOHAS Expo
Hong Kong’s largest vegetarian and green living exhibition, Vegetarian Food Asia and LOHAS Expo 2020 will feature a wide variety of vegetarian and green living products from around the world through the three show days.
When: TBC
Where: Hall 3F, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
For more information: Event Website
Nightlife
80s 90s Rooftop Vibes III Spring Countdown
Enjoy your favourite tracks from the late 70s to early 2000s under the Hong Kong Central skyline. Just like back in the day – old school classics, a spectacular background and a vibrant crowd. Wear your best retro look to make this evening more special.
When: 20 March 2020
Where: FoFo by el Willy, Central
Tickets: $100 with one drink, Facebook
99 Bottles Turns Three!
It’s about that time of the year and 99 Bottles is turning three, and planning a mega party! They’re giving back to the community by giving out 999 free drinks. Entry is also free so head down and enjoy as much free booze as you can until it runs out.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: 99 Bottles, SoHo
Tickets: Free Entry, Facebook
DJ FabSabs: Haze at The Cobra Beach Club
DJ Fabsabs will present Haze: Chill Vibes/Balearic/Ambient House/Boom Bop/Cloud Rap/Neo-psychedelica. Enjoy the music with one of 45 carefully curated, locally produced craft beers or a lovely bottle of wine.
When: 21 March 2020
Where: The Cobra Beach Club, Mui Wo, Lantau
For more information: Facebook
Rummin’ Tings: ‘Back In Time’
Celebrating 90 decades of retro grooves and funky moves – it looks as though ‘90’s nostalgia is here to stay. Dress for the occasion!
When: 21 March 2020
Where: Rummin’ Tings, Central
For more information: Facebook
After Work Salsa Party
Hong Kong’s biggest, baddest, most attended and longest running salsa dance party with free entry, 2 salsa lessons for all levels and a party til late.
When: 23, 30 March, 6, 13, 20, 27 April 2020
Where: Rula Live, Lan Kwai Fong
Tickets: Free entry, Facebook
Dead Man’s Fingers Launch Party
Inside the Rum and Crab Shack, a famous seafood joint in St Ives, Cornwall; and feeling suitably liberated from the tyranny of convention, a spiced rum was born; “Dead Man’s Fingers”. Dead Man’s Fingers has gained cult status amongst its loyal followers. Also catch guest bartender Nikita Matveev and resident DJ Noel playing live music.
When: 26 March 2020
Where: Rummin’ Tings, Central
For more information: Facebook
Discoteca
FuFu Creative is bringing his new monthly residency at Dai Bing. Each month they will put ahead their FuFu resident DJs. Expect quality music from Disco/Funk/House to Jungle/Breakbeat/Acid while you are sipping an affordable drink.
When: 27 March 2020
Where: DaiBing, Sheung Wan
Tickets: Free Entry, Facebook
Disco Baguette
The team behind one of the grooviest night’s in town, Disco Bao, is taking you for a wild trip, French Style. This once-monthly event features glory pop retro tunes from the French 80s and lots of Perrier-Jouet Champagne.
When: 27 March 2020
Where: Behind Bars, Central
Tickets: Free entry, Facebook
Big Band Night – All That Swing
The Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra comprises 20 rocking musicians from almost as many nationalities. Come enjoy the unforgettable music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and Bob Mintzer.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Hong Kong Fringe Club, Central
For more information: Facebook
Dan Shake
With a never-ending tour schedule and his own production in the record bags of countless established DJ heroes, Dan Shake lives up to his billing. His love of groove is sure to make everyone around him dance as he leads the party at Ping Pong 129.
When: 2 April 2020
Where: Ping Pong 129, Sai Ying Pun
Tickets: $105.99, Eventbrite
Kristian Nairn Live in HK
DJ, musician and producer Kristian Nairn aka ‘HODOR’ from Game of Thrones will play a live DJ set at dragon-i.
When: 22 April 2020
Where: dragon-i, Central
Tickets: From $300, Facebook
Sports
South China Tigers 2020 Season
The South China Tigers are competing in the 2020 Global Rapid Rugby tournament and will have 5 games at home!
When: Home games delayed until later in season, will resume from April 24
Where: Hong Kong Stadium
Tickets: Event Website
Hong Kong Rugby 7s
The 2020 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens will see the Men’s and Women’s Sevens Series unite in Hong Kong for the first time across what is set to be one of the most spectacular and compelling weekends in global rugby.
When: Moved from April 2020 to 16-18 October 2020
Where: Hong Kong Stadium
Tickets: Ticket Ballot is Now Open on Ticketflap
Longines Masters Hong Kong
** Postponed Until Further Notice **
The Longines Masters is a weekend of heart-pounding competition by the world’s top show jumping riders and horses with world-class entertainment, fashion and gastronomy. Early bird tickets are available on Cityline until 23 November using code EBIRDHK.
When: 14-16 February 2020
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo
For more information: Event Website
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.
Other Events
Hong Kong Story Walk
This new exhibition within the city’s cultural landmark, House 1881 features the work of local micro-modeling studio, TOMA Miniatures, with five different zones, each displaying mini replicas of classic Hong Kong ‘stories’. It offers a nostalgic walk through the city’s cultural heritage, celebrating some of its most treasured rituals, traditions and memories.
When: 16 January – 25 March 2020
Where: House 1881, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Free entry, Event Website
The Hive Wan Chai Open Air Film Club – Clueless
If you’re a big fan of movies, don’t miss the monthly Open Air Cinema Club as they show Clueless.
When: 20 March 2020
Where: the Hive Wan Chai
Tickets: $53, Eventbrite
Sweatshirt Making Workshop
Join this 3-session Sweatshirt Making Workshop to design, make and customize a sweatshirt, from sketching to assembling, using 3D body scanning, Browzwear’s software to create 3D designs, and digital fabric cutting machines.
When: 21, 28 March 2020
Where: Fabric Lab, Tsuen Wan
Tickets: $1500, Eventbrite
CANCELLED – Art Basel
Art Basel returns for its eighth edition and brings together leading modern and contemporary art galleries from across the globe. Combined with stellar exhibitions and art events offered by cultural institutions, this year’s show promises to be an exciting week.
When: 18-21 March 2020
Where: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai
Tickets: From $250, HK Ticketing
CANCELLED – Art Central 2020
Art Central will return to Central Harbourfront for its highly anticipated sixth edition. Alongside a strong lineup of regional and international galleries, the Fair will also feature a dynamic five-day programme of talks, performances, large-scale installations and the best places to eat during Hong Kong Art Week.
When: 18-22 March 2020
Where: Central Harbourfront
Tickets: From $230, Ticketflap
MakerHive x Earth.Org Screening: The Climate Limbo
At this session of the Hive’s monthly screening, they’ll be teaming up with Earth.org for a screening of the powerful documentary: ‘The Climate Limbo.’
When: 25 March 2020
Where: MakerHive, Kennedy Town
Tickets: From $21.20, Eventbrite
Art Cancel: A Colony Kids Mini-Festival
Colony Kids: Art Cancel (which is definitely happening) will be a showcase of local creatives, artisans, musicians, and all things that make our city shine. Hosted on the large outdoor terrace at Terrible Baby with food, drinks and DJs, the relaxed weekend party vibe will continue throughout the day with special band performances going into the late hours.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Terrible Baby, Eaton HK, Kowloon
Tickets: Free Entry, RSVP in advance, Facebook
Spring Cleaning: Beach Clean Up
It’s Spring which means it’s time to do some cleaning! Let’s do our part to help clean up nature at this beach clean up event.
When: 28 March 2020
Where: Sai Kung
Tickets: $350, Facebook
Make Your Own Magic Mala Workshop
At this workshop you’ll get a Chakra reading in advance and gain insights into which Chakra(s) you need to focus on balancing. You can then set the intention and make a 108 bead mala necklace with your favourite healing crystal beads.
When: 29 March 2020
Where: The Crafties – Co-working Space for Crafters and All, Sheung Wan
Tickets: $850, Eventbrite
DIY Candle Workshop
Turn those glass jars laying at home into your very own aromatic candle! Simple and soothing to make, fill up your own glass container with your choice of herbs, flowers and essential oil scents, mix them in wax and voila, you’ve just made a candle!
When: 31 March 2020
Where: The Hive, Sai Kung
Tickets: $250 non-members, $200 members, Facebook
Brush and Barrel
Bring your friends and get together for a one-of-a-kind art class hosted by Ovolo Hotel Southside and Art Loft. Enjoy the most incredible view of Southside while you partake in a 2-hour art lesson where you’ll get to paint, relax and socialize – all with a glass of wine in hand.
When: 8 April 2020
Where: Above, Ovolo Southside Hotel, Wong Chuk Hang
Tickets: From $399 with group discounts available, Ticketflap
Film Screenings: Reel to Reel Film Heritage
Reel to Reel Film Heritage aims to showcase treasured moving images from Hong Kong and byond that are once lots. Focusing on the history, technological development, aesthetics and cultural studies of film and of place, they compare narratives of film histories and uncover missing pieces.
When: 8-9 April 2020
Where: Hong Kong Film Archive Cinema, Sai Wan Ho
Tickets: $80, Urbtix
China Women’s Film Festival
The third annual China Women’s Film Festival will include film screenings, meetings with directors, networking events for filmmakers, workshops and post-screening discussions.
When: 21-31 May 2020
Where: Eaton House, Jordan
For more information: Facebook
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
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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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