What’s better way to welcome the Year of Snake than visit the Lunar New Year Fair? This year, 15 Chinese New Year Flower Markets will be held across Hong Kong from January 23 to 29, a total of 7 days. Get the freshest CNY flowers and plants, or festive decorations and snacks at these markets. We have gathered everything you need to know about flower markets in Hong Kong.
Cheung Sha Wan Playground — Cheung Sha Wan
Cheung Sha Wan Playground is a popular venue in Sham Shui Po, frequently used for events like the Lunar New Year Fair. Facilities include football, basketball, and volleyball courts, plus a roller-skating rink. The upcoming fair features 50 wet goods stalls, 36 dry goods stalls, and 3 food stalls.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 425 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Cheung Sha Wan
Getting Here: Take Exit B at Cheung Sha Wan Station
Fa Hui Park — Prince Edward
The Lunar New Year Fair in Sham Shui Po is set to be held at Fa Hui Park from January 23-29, 2025. Shop festive flowers, snacks and decorations at this popular event. The park also offers sports courts, a children’s playground, and various seating areas.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 101 Boundary Street, Prince Edward
Getting Here: Walk from Mong Kok East Station Exit D) or Prince Edward Station Exit A
Kwai Chung Sports Ground — Kwai Fong
Kwai Chung Sports Ground welcomes visitors to its Lunar New Year fair, with 76 wet goods stalls and 22 dry goods stalls. This multipurpose venue with athletics facilities is close to Metroplaza and Kwai Chung Plaza shopping malls.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 93 Hing Shing Road, Kwai Fong
Getting Here: Walk 15-20 minutes from Kwai Fong Station, Exit E
Kwun Tong Recreation Ground — Kwun Tong
The annual Lunar New Year Fair at Kwun Tong Recreation Ground offers 130 festive stalls selling flowers, trinkets, and snacks. With a convenient location next to Tsui Ping Estate, this flower market attracts the residents in Kwun Tong to stock up on CNY essentials.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 8:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 8:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 8:00am-7:00am
Where: 6 Tsui Ping Road, Kwun Tong
Getting Here: Walk from Kwun Tong Station Exit D1
Man Yee Playground — Sai Kung
Man Yee Playground in Sai Kung is a community hub with basketball courts, children’s play areas, and abstract murals by local artists Wong Ting Fung and Neil Wang. This Chinese New Year, the playground transforms into a boutique market featuring 16 wet goods stalls and 4 dry goods stalls.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 7:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 7:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 7:00am-7:00am
Where: 25 Man Nin Street, Sai Kung
Getting Here: Take the MTR to Choi Hung (Exit C2) and transfer to minibus 1A/1M to Sai Kung.
Po Hong Park — Tseung Kwan O
Po Hong Park in Tseung Kwan O opened for the public with sports facilities, playgrounds, roller-skating facilities and a jogging track since 1997. The annual Lunar New Year Fair this year will feature 54 wet goods stalls, 34 dry goods stalls and 2 food vendors.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 7:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 7:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 7:00am-7:00am
Where: 10 Wan Lung Road, Tseung Kwan O
Getting Here: Walk from Po Lam Station Exit B2
Sha Tsui Road Playground — Tsuen Wan
The upcoming Lunar New Year Fair at Sha Tsui Road Playground will feature 96 wet stalls and 30 dry stalls. Surrounded by several public schools, this venue is often used for school sport events and community celebrations, including Mid-Autumn lantern displays and New Year countdowns.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 171-199 Sha Tsui Road, Tsuen Wan
Getting Here: Walk 10-15 minutes from Tsuen Wan Station Exit A or Tsuen Wan West Station Exit D
Shek Wu Hui Playground — Sheung Shui
Visit Shek Wu Hui Playground’s Lunar New Year Fair, offering 54 wet stalls and 19 dry stalls. The venue is thoughtfully designed to be wheelchair-friendly. In late February, don’t miss the Golden Trumpet Trees lining the road, creating a stunning golden trail.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 8:00am-12:00am | January 26-27: 8:00am-3:00am | January 28-29: 8:00am-7:00am
Where: Shek Wu Hui Playground, Fu Hing Street, Sheung Shui
Getting Here: Walk from Sheung Shui Station Exit A4
Tat Tung Road Garden — Tung Chung
Located near Tung Chung MTR Station and the cable car terminal, Tat Tung Road Garden is a picturesque spot with pavilion and scenic gardens. Each March, the garden’s 85 cherry blossom trees burst into bloom, drawing visitors from near and far. This Lunar New Year, the fair will host 10 wet stalls and 17 dry stalls.
Date & Time: January 23-27: 12:00pm-12:00am | January 28-29: 12:00pm-7:00am
Where: Tat Tung Road, Tung Chung
Getting Here: Walk 10 minutes from Tung Chung MTR Station Exit D
Tin Hau Temple Feng Shui Square — Tai Po
Tin Hau Temple Feng Shui Square is located in front of Tin Hau Temple and serves as a popular event venue for local residents in Tai Po. This Chinese New Year, its Lunar New Year fair will have 40 wet stalls, 15 dry stalls, and a food stall.
Date & Time: January 23-27: 9:00am-12:00am | January 28-29: 9:00am-6:00am
Where: 10 Ting Kok Road, Tai Po
Getting Here: Walk 10 minutes from Tai Wo Station Exit B, or Take Minibus 20A, 20B, 20C, or 20K from Tai Po Market Station and get off at Wing Fai Garden
Tin Hau Temple Plaza — Tuen Mun
If you get a chance to visit Tuen Mun from January 23-29, don’t miss the CNY flower market at Tin Hau Temple Plaza, just a 7-minute walk from Tuen Mun Station. This historic site hosts cultural celebrations all year round, including the birth of Tin Hau. Enjoy shopping at 40 wet stalls, 15 dry stalls, and 2 food stalls with delicious bites.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 8:00am-11:00pm, January 26-27: 8:00am-3:00am, January 28-29: 8:00am-7:00am
Where: Tin Hau Temple Plaza, Tuen Mun
Getting Here: Walk 7 minutes from Tuen Mun Station Exit A
Tsz Wan Shan Estate Central Playground — Wong Tai Sin
The CNY Fair at Tsz Wan Shan Estate Central Playground features 40 wet stalls, 34 dry stalls, and 2 food stalls. On Lunar New Year’s Eve, visit the flower market before heading to Wong Tai Sin Temple, a famous temple in Hong Kong. Locals believe in the ritual of placing the first incense sticks of the new year for good luck and health.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 8:00am-12:00am, January 26-27: 8:00am-3:00am, January 28-29: 8:00am-7:00am
Where: 1 Wan Wah Street, Wong Tai Sin
Getting Here: Take Bus 3B from Wong Tai Sin Station and get off at Oi Fu House
Tung Tau Industrial Area Playground — Yuen Long
Tung Tau Industrial Area Playground is one of the largest sports complex with basketball and football courts in Yuen Long. This year, the Lunar New Year fair features 96 wet stalls, 60 dry stalls, and 2 food stalls.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am, January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am, January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 18 Tung Tau Industrial Area, Wang Yip East Street, Yuen Long
Getting Here: Walk 10 minutes from Long Ping Station Exit F
Victoria Park — Causeway Bay
The famous Victoria Park will host the largest CNY flower market in Hong Kong. This year, expect 175 wet stalls, 216 dry stalls, and 4 food stalls. The park is well-equipped with various sports venues and is a popular location for expos and events like the Tennis Open. It is one of the best places to get into the festive spirit, so expect large crowds during the fair period.
Date & Time: January 23-25: 8:00am-12:00am, January 26-27: 8:00am-3:00am, January 28-29: 8:00am-7:00am
Where: 1 Hing Fat Street, Causeway Bay
Getting Here: Walk 10 minutes from Causeway Bay Station Exit E or Tin Hau Station Exit A2
Yuen Wo Playground — Sha Tin
Over in Sha Tin, the Lunar New Year fair will be held at Yuen Wo Playground, not far from New Town Plaza. With 49 wet goods stalls and 26 dry goods stalls, the waterfront venue is accessible via the cycling track. There are various shops in Sha Tin and Tai Wai where you can rent a bicycle for the day.
On the second day of Chinese New Year marks the birth of Che Kung. Don’t miss the chance to visit Che Kung Temple in Sha Tin and pray for good luck!
Date & Time: January 23-25: 9:00am-12:00am, January 26-27: 9:00am-3:00am, January 28-29: 9:00am-7:00am
Where: 16 Yuen Wo Road, Sha Tin
Getting Here: Walk 20 minutes or take Minibus 60K from Sha Tin Station and get off on Yuen Wo Road
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