The Best Things to do This Week: 30 August 2019

Let us inspire you with our pick of what's on around Hong Kong this week, 30 August 2019!

Planning for the week ahead? Let us help with these highlights of what’s on in HK this week 30 August 2019. Want more? Check out our comprehensive what’s on guide with full listings for the months ahead here and our family-friendly what’s on guide here.

An Evening with Alaska from RuPaul’s Drag Race

The very iconic winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 2, Alaska 5000, will be bringing her much-anticipated performance to Hong Kong.

When:     31 August 2019
Where:    Jockey Club Amphitheatre, HKAPA, Wan Chai
Tickets:  $588, HK Ticketing

 

Mira-cle Unicorn Afternoon Tea Party x Bombshell

Expect a miraculous ambiance including a rainbow-hued setting as a backdrop to pose against, unicorn feature walls and a giant balloon installation inspired with Bombshell; too-cute-to-be-true unicorn-themed pastries and shimmering desserts in pastel shades; and soft cocktails to match.

When:     31 August 2019
Where:    The Ballroom, The Mira Hong Kong
Tickets:  $578 for 2 adults, $298 for one adult, $238 per child, Facebook

Find more family-friendly events here!

 

Jordan Rakei

Jordan Rakei is returning to Hong Kong as a part of the Clockenflap Presents series of concerts to headline a show on his biggest world tour to date. Fans of Tom Misch, FKJ, Mac Ayres and Masego should check out this up-and-coming performer.

When:     31 August 2019
Where:    This Town Needs, Yau Tong
Tickets:  $350, Ticketflap

 

Retykle Pop Up

Retykle is hosting a special pop-up at their 5,000 sq/ft studio featuring a daily edit of hundreds of their best pre-loved and discounted designer kids items. All online items will also be available to view. The pop-up will also feature a program of activities including eco-crafts, model search sign-up, halloween costume swap, book swaps and much more.

When:     2-7 September 2019
Where:    Retykle, Sing Teck Building, Wong Chuk Hang
For more information:  Retykle Website

 

Tjoe & NTBM

NTBM (Not To Be Missed) is a jazz collective project initiated by Hong Kong based guitarist TJOE. The collective aspires to play original jazz compositions featuring different international musicians, and have just produced their first studio album ‘and orange’ in London.

When:     1 September 2019
Where:    Peel Fresco Music Lounge, Sheung Wan
For more information:  Facebook

 

Faust’s Free Trial Drama Workshops

Faust International Youth Theatre is hosting free trial workshops for newcomers ages 3-`6 who would like to try out drama and/or Faust’s wonderful world of theatre and creativity.

When:     31 August, 7 September 2019
Where:    Faust Studios, Sheung Wan and Island School, Tai Wai
For more information:  Event Website

 

National Dance Company Wales

After headlining ArtisTree’s Opening Season in 2017, National Dance Company Wales returns with two new works: Revellers’ Mass by Caroline Finn, which reinterprets iconic paintings with spellbinding movements and Tundra by Marcos Morau – a graphical modern take on Russian folk dance.

When:     5-6, 12 September 2019
Where:    ArtisTree, Quarry Bay
Tickets:  $222, Ticketflap

 

Inspiring Hong Kong: Fitness Training – Street Workout

Think of this as an introduction to Gymnastics Based Calisthenics workout. Start with simple bodyweight training and then progress to tackle some advanced tricks such as Planche pushups and handstands.

When:     5 September 2019
Where:    AIA Vitality Park, Central
Tickets:  Free, register on Zicket

 

Hong Kong Restaurant Week

Enjoy 11 days of culinary experiences with amazing prices at restaurants all around Hong Kong.

When:     22 August – 1 September 2019
Where:    Various restaurants in Hong Kong
For more information:  HK Restaurant Week Website

 

Mean Gurls Club x Madame Quad Roller Disco Extravaganza

To close out the Women’s Festival, Eaton HK is hosting this closing party celebrating girls’ power! Collaborating with local all-girl DJ collective Mean Gurls Club and LGBTQI-friendly roller skating emporium Madam Quad, this is set to be the coolest roller disco dance party you’ve seen!

When:     1 September 2019
Where:    Maggie, Eaton HK, Kowloon
Tickets:  From $120, Event Website

 

Cockney Rejects

Rarely in the long history of British rock’n’roll has there been a story of such depth, magnitude and sheer turbulence as that of the Cockney Rejects. They’ll be performing live in Hong Kong for the first time as a part of the Spirit of ‘77 series.

When:     5 September 2019
Where:    MOM Livehouse, North Point
Tickets:  $390, Ticketflap

 

Sambal Workshop at Potato Head

Gain some essential insight into Indonesian culinary culture and learn how to make two types of sambal to be enjoyed together with Nasi Tumpeng at the end of the workshop.

When:     31 August 2019
Where:    Potato Head, Sai Ying Pun
For more information:  Facebook

 

Tube & Berger

Tube & Berger have undoubtedly shaped the Deep House genre, crafting several scene defining records in the last couple of years. Now you can catch them in Hong Kong only at VOLAR.

When:     30 August 2019
Where:    VOLAR, Lan Kwai Fong
Tickets:  $300, Ticketflap

 

Rose Revolution Hong Kong 2019

Rose Revolution is Asia’s largest Rose festival. Expect summer vibes, barbecue, food and rose pairings and a full day of rose tasting.

When:      31 August 2019
Where:    The Peak Lookout
Tickets:  From $360, Facebook

 

Curiocity Hong Kong

Curiocity Hong Kong looks like it will be a very cool experience. The interactive exhibition is aimed at encouraging people to be more present in everyday life. You’re encouraged to touch, play and even taste the installations around you, with unique rooms like “‘What Life Throws At You”, where you can tackle you fears in a giant ping pong pit.

When:      Until 11 September
Where:     The Annex, Central
Tickets:     From $168, Event Website

 

Hong Kong Rum Week

Hong Kong Rum Week will inspire rum lovers to meet the movers and shakers in the industry, discover the hidden depths and versatility of the spirit and learn about the heritage and history with events taking place throughout the city.

When:     2-8 September 2019
Where:    Various Venues
For more information:  Facebook Event

 

Want to find more events around Hong Kong? Check out our complete what’s on guide here.

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