CULTURE & THE ARTS
Ching Ming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day)
(5 APR)
This is a day for worshipping ancestors. People right across Hong Kong will travel to the city’s cemeteries to pay respect to the deceased by bringing incense sticks and gifts, including paper offerings that are burned.
Songkran Hong Kong
(12-17 APR)
If you’ve ever lived in Thailand, or visited during Songkran, you’ll know why this festival is so beloved. It’s also celebrated here in Hong Kong by the city’s Thai community. Head to Li Chi Kok to join in the fun.
Easter
(19-22 APR)
Hooray for another long weekend! Make sure you go to bed early on Easter Saturday so the Easter bunny will visit.
Tin Hau’s Birthday
(27 APR)
Head to your local temple to Tin Hau, goddess of the sea, and enjoy the festivities. Seaside villages and destinations will provide a more lively experience – try places like Yuen Long, Stanley, Lamma and Peng Chau.
Le French May
(1 MAY – 30 JUNE)
Le French May is really “Le French May and June”! It’s an entire festival the covers weeks of activities throughout the city. With our thriving French expat community, the festival gets better and better each year. Check out the full programme online frenchmay.com.
Cheung Chau Bun Festival
(9-13 MAY)
This is one of Hong Kong’s quirkiest local festivals. Head to Cheung Chau for the Bun Festival and watch the bun scrambling competition. It’s a busy day but a great Hong Kong experience. discoverhongkong.com
War Horse
(10-26 MAY)
Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, the National Theatre of Great Britain’s Tony Award-winning production of War Horse is coming to Hong Kong. The show stars life-sized puppets that bring the story to life. hkticketing.com