There won’t be fireworks to ring in 2023, but as we’ve previously reported, there will be an amped-up version of the Symphony of Lights at Victoria Harbour, with performances scheduled just before the countdown to get you hyped for the new year.
As the city comes out of its pandemic-induced shell, you’ll find that there are many ways in which you can welcome the new year and we’ll be gathering them here! Check in as the month ends for the best places to dine, drink, dance, stay-cay, and even glamp to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Hong Kong.
New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at Argo
Want to party at one of the hottest bars in town? On December 31, Argo — the No. 3 bar in Asia — will host a countdown bash that begins at 10pm, at which guests will get a complimentary glass of bubbly and can groove to tunes spun by a DJ.
Where: Four Seasons Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
Price: HK$1,320 per person (early-bird tickets), HK$1,650 per person (door tickets)
Book: Buy tickets online
Sky-high 2023 Countdown Party at Sky100
Want to ring in the New Year while taking in a 360-degree view of Hong Kong? At Sky100’s countdown party, you will get access to the observation deck, food and wine from Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton, and party favours — all while you listen to some of the hottest tracks of the year, courtesy a DJ.
Where: 100/F, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Price: HK$398 per person
Book: Buy tickets online
Masquerade Soiree at Zuma
Mask up, non-pandemic style, at Zuma’s masquerade soirée. The festivities begin at 9.30 pm, and you’ll be treated to unlimited champagne, beer, soft drinks, and two cocktails. The all-evening entertainment will include music by a DJ and other performances.
Where: Level 5 & 6, Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Landmark, Central, Hong Kong
Price: HK$980 (early bird), HK$1,080 (regular)
Glow in the Galaxy Countdown Party at Discovery Bay
Fancy a laid-back evening in suburbia to usher in the New Year? A ticket to DB Ice Rink’s Glow in the Galaxy countdown party gives you access to a figure-skating performance, a gig by a live band, and themed face-painting.
Where: G/F, DB Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Price: HK$100 per person
Book: Call +852 2234 0187
The Gold List New Year’s Eve at Candour
Go for gold at Candour’s countdown party on December 31st. Walk through the venue’s specially-lit archway and ring in the new year while sipping on free-flow champagne. DJ Shon will spin hip-hop beats and make sure that you enter 2023 on a high note.
Where: 65 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong
Price: HK$888 (advanced tickets); HK$950 (door tickets)
Book: Reserve online
Ring In The New Year At Rosewood
Want to draw out your NYE festivities? Then try a staycation at Rosewood. Start with dinner for two at Holt’s Café, which begins at 5.30pm (first sit-down) and 8.30pm (second sit-down). Then head down for breakfast the next day after all the countdown fun.
Where: 18 Salisbury Road, Victoria Dockside, Hong Kong
Price: HK$9,580 (Grand Harbour Room), Deluxe Harbour Suite (HK$20,080), Grand Harbour Corner Suite (HK$27,080)
Book: Reserve online
Celebration Suite at Mandarin Oriental
If you want to view the Symphony of Lights display from the comfort of a hotel room, book the Mandarin Oriental’s Celebration Suite staycation package. It includes 20% off on selected suites, a free guest room on the same floor if you want to include friends in the festivities, and a complimentary bottle of champagne.
Where: 5 Connaught Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Price: HK$8,560 per room per night onwards
Book: Reserve online
Duplex Camping Party at Saiyuen Camping Adventure Park
Does spending a quiet December 31st under the stars sounds perfect to you? Consider glamping your way into 2023. Saiyuen’s Camping Adventure Park’s African Safari Link is perfect for large groups of friends or big families. The package includes two Safari tents with two private bathrooms, along with a dining area and barbecue stove. Opt for the XL-sized tents to get hot/cold shower facilities.
Where: DD CC Lot 12, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
Price: HK$6,980 onwards
Book: Make reservations online
New Year Buffet at The Market
Gourmands who’d rather enter the new year on an epicurean note can head to The Market’s dinner buffet on December 31. Choose from a spread that includes oysters, traditional faves such as roasted turkey, slow-cooked lamb leg with Morocco sauce, and roast suckling pig.
Where: 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Price: HK$1,098 per adult, HK$738 per child (first round at 5.30 pm), HK$1,198, HK$768 per child (second round at 8.30 pm)
Book: Make reservations online
Remember, in order to enter any nightlife premises like a bar, pub, club or nightclub – or even the bar/pub zone of a restaurant – you have to show proof of a negative rapid antigen test (RAT) taken within 24 hours of your planned entry to the venue.
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