Discover exciting activities and events for children in Hong Kong with our weekly updated guide, tailored for families. Whether you’re looking for an engaging weekend activity or spend special family moments, we’ve curated some of the best family events in Hong Kong, from exhibitions, festivals, and other activities dedicated to the little one(s).
Family-friendly Events in Hong Kong This February
The Big Bounce — February 2-22
The Big Bounce is returning to Hong Kong with the world’s largest inflatable playground, making it one of the most kid-friendly events of the season. Families can look forward to giant custom-built inflatable zones like The World’s Biggest Bounce House, The Giant obstacle run, Airspace Pink Alien, and the action-packed Sport Slam arena. With colourful themes and endless energy, it’s the perfect festive outing for children to play, explore, and burn off holiday excitement.
When: February 2-22, 2026
Where: West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: To be announced. Stay tuned on the website for event updates
Baby Show in Spring & Child Growth Education Expo — February 6-8
Baby Show in Spring & Child Growth Education Expo returns this February with one of Hong Kong’s biggest family shopping and activity events. Parents can explore hundreds of booths featuring baby products, maternity essentials, and family gear. The expo also includes fun activities such as crawling contests, stage shows, workshops, and hands-on play sessions, creating a lively experience for families with young children.
When: February 6–8, 2026
Where: Hall 1, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai
Tickets: Adult HK$30; Child HK$20 (free for children under 1 month). Buy tickets on the website
Arts in the Park Night Parade — February 7
Arts in the Park Night Parade is set to bring a magical evening inspired by Pinocchio, featuring glowing giant puppets, carnival-style costumes, and live performances. Visitors can enjoy dance shows, music, juggling acts, and surprise puppet appearances along the parade route. As part of Hong Kong’s largest outdoor youth art programme, this free community event welcomes fans of all ages to participate.
When: February 7, 2026
Where: From Lee Garden One Main Entrance to Hysan Place, Causeway Bay
Tickets: Free viewing
The Little Galaxy MOLLY 20th Anniversary Exhibition — Until February 10
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, MOLLY, the popular IP character of POP MART, kicks off the global tour of its exhibition at WestK until February 10. Fans can take photos with the giant 6-meter SPACE MOLLY sculpture at the East Lawn and explore the exhibition featuring original sketches and artworks across themed display zones. Visitors can also meet MOLLY’s creator, Kenny Wong, on February 3 during a special signing session.
When: January 24 to February 10, 2026
Where: Art Pavilion, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: From HK$99. Visit the website for more event information and ticketing
Hong Kong Disneyland “Magical Year After Year” Chinese New Year Celebration — Until March 1
Hong Kong Disneyland marks the Year of the Horse with its “Magical Year After Year” Chinese New Year celebration, turning the park into a festive space filled with themed decorations, character appearances, and seasonal surprises. Families can spot Mickey-shaped red lanterns, meet Bullseye at Toy Story Land, and collect special Year of the Horse lai see. Disney friends, including Mickey, Minnie, and Duffy and Friends, also appear in Chinese New Year outfits, making it a cheerful and immersive holiday visit.
When: January 30 to March 1, 2026
Where: Hong Kong Disneyland, Lantau Island
Tickets: Park admission required. Visit the official website for ticket deals and details
Lunar New Year Fairs — February 11 to 17
Heading to a Lunar New Year Fair is part of the festive routine for many families in Hong Kong. Across 14 locations, these markets combine flower stalls, festive decorations, and seasonal gifts with wet goods, dry goods, and fast food stalls at selected venues. From peach blossoms and calamondin to Year of the Horse toys and street snacks, the fairs offer a colourful, energetic atmosphere as the city gears up for Chinese New Year.
When: February 11 to 17, 2026
Where: 14 locations across Hong Kong, including Victoria Park and Fa Hui Park
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the website for locations and opening hours.
KidsFest! 2026 — Until February 15
KidsFest! 2026 brings a month-long programme of live theatre adapted from well-known children’s books to HKAPA. The schedule features rotating productions such as The 91-Storey Treehouse, The Gruffalo’s Child, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar, with performances spread across mornings, afternoons, and selected evenings. Different shows take place on different weeks, allowing families to plan repeat visits around age-appropriate stories and preferred time slots.
When: January 14 – February 15, 2026
Where: HKAPA Rita Tong Liu Drama Theatre
Tickets: Starting from HK$275. Visit www.kidsfest.com.hk for details.
Chinese New Year Night Parade — February 17
If you are celebrating Chinese New Year with your kids, the Night Parade makes it fun for families to enjoy the festive atmosphere together. Held in Tsim Sha Tsui on the first evening of the Year of the Horse, the parade fills the streets with large floats, including themed ones from Disneyland, McDonald’s, and Ocean Park, alongside performances by local and overseas artists. If you arrive early, you can also join the pre-parade street party starting from 6pm.
When: February 17, 2026 (street performances from 6pm; parade from around 8pm)
Where: Starts at Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, ending near Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel
Tickets: Free viewing along the route; spectator stand tickets from HK$450 via Hong Kong Tourism Board. Visit the website for more information and ticketing.
Hong Kong Well-wishing Festival 2026 — February 17 to March 3
Celebrate Lunar New Year like a local at the Hong Kong Well-wishing Festival. During the festival, bring your family to Lam Tsuen, where visitors are invited to write personal hopes for the year ahead, whether for health, fortune, or love, on colourful placards and gently throw them toward the two famous banyan wishing trees. If the charm stays in place, it is believed to bring luck and blessings, the higher, the better.
When: February 17 to March 3, 2026
Where: Lam Tsuen Wishing Square, Lam Tsuen, Tai Po
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the website for more information
Ocean Park Lunar New Year Fiesta — February 17 to March 22
Ocean Park celebrates the Lunar New Year with a park-wide fiesta featuring festive decorations, traditional performances, and family-friendly photo spots. Highlights include lion and dragon dances during the first week, appearances by the God of Fortune, and themed displays at Waterfront Plaza designed around the Year of the Horse. Visitors can also explore the Ocean Park x Sanrio “Marine Wonders” experience, where popular characters appear in an ocean adventure setting.
When: February 17 to March 22, 2026
Where: Ocean Park Hong Kong, Wong Chuk Hang
Tickets: Park admission required. Visit the official website for ticket details and updates
Chinese New Year Fireworks Display — February 18
The fireworks display is a great way for families to soak in the Chinese New Year spirit in Hong Kong. On February 18, the second day of the Lunar New Year, parents can bring their kids to either side of Victoria Harbour at 8pm for a 23-minute show. Featuring eight themed scenes inspired by the Year of the Horse, the display will launch 31,888 pyrotechnic shells, filling the sky with colourful shapes, symbols, and Chinese characters.
Head to our guide to the best free firework viewing spots on both sides of the harbour.
When: February 18, 2026, 8pm
Where: Victoria Harbour
Tickets: Free viewing
Ongoing Kids-Friendly Events in Hong Kong
AIA Carnival — Until March 1
Hong Kong’s AIA Carnival returns to the Central Harbourfront with a winter programme designed for families. Now in its eleventh year, the event brings more than 30 rides, seasonal attractions, live shows and a range of local food options. This edition follows the theme “Hong Kong Tradition,” which highlights the city’s culture through art and community activities.
When: December 22, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, Central
Tickets: Available soon via the official AIA Carnival website
The Winter World Circus — Until March 1
Families will see a selection of accessible performances, including clowning segments, rollerskating routines and the Argentinian Gauchos. The Winter World Circus operates as part of the AIA Carnival and provides a structured programme suited to visitors attending with children.
When: December 22, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, Central
Tickets: Visit aiacarnival.com/circus-tickets.
Chiikawa Baby Hong Kong Pop-Up Store — Until March 2
After a successful exhibition outside K11 Musea last summer, Chiikawa has partnered with NIKO-NIKO Lifestyle Store to bring adorable baby versions to an exclusive pop-up store. Head to MOKO to explore themed photo spots, shop official merchandise, and grab new Chiikawa Baby Series 2 releases launching at the same time as Japan. Visitors can browse plush toys, accessories, and limited items across the 2,000-square-foot space.
When: January 23 to March 2, 2026
Where: MOKO Shopping Mall, Mong Kok
Tickets: Free entry
Monchhichi Harbour Carnival — Until March 3
Monchhichi Harbour Carnival have arrived Central Pier 6, inviting fans to the colourful rooftop against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour. Visitors can enjoy giant sailor-themed inflatables, an inflatable maze, water slides, and interactive game booths with limited-edition prizes. As Hong Kong’s first Monchhichi ferry-themed carnival, the event also features exclusive merchandise and night-time lighting effects, creating a fun day-to-night experience for families and fans.
When: January 16 to March 3, 2026
Where: Sky Garden, 2/F, Central Pier No. 6
Tickets: From HK$68. Buy tickets via Klook
Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums — Until August 31
The highlighted exhibition brings over 3,000 years of history to Hong Kong in the city’s largest exhibition of Egyptian artefacts to date. In addition to admiring monumental statues of Merenptah, Shepenwepet II, and Iunit up close, you can explore multimedia displays such as a projection-mapped restoration of a colossal Tutankhamun statue. A total of 250 precious artefacts from seven leading museums in Egypt, including the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and the Luxor Museum of Ancient Egyptian Art, as well as recent archaeological discoveries from Saqqara, will be featured. Family-friendly workshops let children create jewellery, pyramid models, and even their own cat temples.
When: November 20, 2025 – August 31, 2026
Where: Gallery 9 and public atrium areas, Hong Kong Palace Museum, West Kowloon
Tickets: Standard admission from HK$190; workshop and tour registration available via HKPM website.
Upcoming Family-friendly Events in Hong Kong
Air Giants – The Cats that Slept for a Thousand Years — March 19-April 7
Cat lovers, come visit this playful outdoor installation featuring not one but three giant inflatable robotic cats. Arriving at WestK from March 19 to April 7, visitors can stroke them or lean against their soft bodies and watch tails twitch or hear gentle purring. Created by UK art studio Air Giants and originally commissioned by Manchester Museum, the giant cats are designed to welcome kind human companionship as they doze.
When: March 19 to April 7, 2026
Where: Harbourside East Lawn, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the website for more information.
WestK FunFest 2026 — March 19-April 12
WestK FunFest comes back with interactive performances, outdoor installations, and hands-on activities for families. Held across Art Park, Freespace, and the Xiqu Centre, the festival features local and international programmes designed for children and parents to enjoy together. Families can also benefit from special family package discounts and multi-show ticket deals. Visit the website for more package details.
When: March 19 to April 12, 2026
Where: Art Park, Freespace, and Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: Check individual programme on the website for ticket information.
Hong Kong Flower Show 2026 — March 20–29
Hong Kong Flower Show 2026 offers families a colourful outdoor experience combining gardens, flowers, and hands-on activities in Victoria Park. Alongside large floral displays and themed garden scenes, the programme includes drawing and photo competitions, interactive games, workshops, and guided tours suitable for children. With wide open spaces, music performances, and recreational activities running throughout the day, the show provides an easy-going outing for parents looking to mix play, learning, and fresh air.
When: March 20–29, 2026
Where: Victoria Park, Hong Kong
Tickets: HK$14
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