Big news: Doraemon is in town! Shop for diverse flavours, home goods, and the latest tech products. Have a family-friendly movie marathon, or soak in some classical music. If nothing else, you can always chill by the harbour, because this August is all about summer fun.
Live Music and Performance
Freespace Noise Fest
A new festival is coming to town: the Freespace Noise Fest at the West Kowloon Cultural District. The festival will feature performances by over 30 international and local acts. The lineup features two weekends of non-stop free improvisation at The Room, delivering more than 20 performances across six days.
Festivals
Hungry Ghost Festival 2024
The Hungry Ghost Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month, sees Hongkongers honoring ancestral spirits and restless souls with food offerings, incense, and the burning of joss paper. Recognized as part of China’s cultural heritage, the festival includes observing traditional rituals, enjoying vegetarian food, and watching live performances like Cantonese Opera and folk dances.
Exhibitions and Fairs
Hong Kong Cat Expo 2024
Head to Wan Chai’s Exhibition and Convention Centre for a food extravaganza. Expect to see booths showcasing distinctive, specialty foods from various parts of the world, including but not limited to Aomori, Chongqing, Sichuan and beyond.
Alongside the Food Expo, two other exciting public fairs will be running concurrently. Get all your shopping done at once!
100% Doraemon and Friends Tour in Hong Kong
Step into the world of Doraemon. From July 13 to August 18, explore immersive displays, interactive installations, and exclusive merchandise at K11 Musea and beyond. Enjoy themed zones, photo ops, and a 12-metre-tall inflatable Doraemon along the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Reserve your tickets online– and be quick, they’re selling out quickly.
Hong Kong Food Expo 2024
Head to Wan Chai’s Exhibition and Convention Centre for a food extravaganza. Expect to see booths showcasing distinctive, specialty foods from various parts of the world, including but not limited to Aomori, Chongqing, Sichuan and beyond.
Alongside the Food Expo, two other exciting public fairs, listed below, will be running concurrently. Get all your shopping done at once!
HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo
From August 15 to 19, 2024, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre will host the HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo, featuring cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fitness products. Enjoy exclusive shopping, special offers, and expert sessions.
HKTDC Home Delights Expo
Looking to give your home a fresh look? Check out the Home Delights Expo, hosted by the HKTDC. From August 15 to 19, 2024, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre will showcase the latest trends in home decor, kitchenware, and lifestyle products. Enjoy live cooking demonstrations, DIY workshops, and exclusive product launches. Explore themed zones like the Smart Home Zone and Kitchenware Zone for hands-on experiences.
Arts and Culture
International Arts Carnival
The annual International Arts Carnival attracts world-class performing arts groups from across the globe. This year, there will be family-friendly performances by artists from Australia, Spain, South Korea, and more. Highlights include a new ballet theatre production, an orchestra mixing humour with classical music, and an immersive dance theatre experience designed to amuse and delight babies.
Want to know which arts events to add to your calendar? Check out our guide.
Naked Flowers
HK$150.00, HK$120.00 for concession and free for children under 3Until October 27, 2024
1881 Heritage, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Purchase tickets here
Tired of looking at static art from a distance, hung on the wall? The popular Japanese exhibition Naked Flowers, a floral, sensorial extravanganza, can now be seen in Hong Kong. Occupying nearly 10,000 square feet and featuring eight major exhibition areas, this immersive experience promises to engage every sense– even smell and taste.
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