Top 35 Best Things To Do In Hong Kong This Weekend

If you’re wondering what to do in Hong Kong at the moment, here’s our guide to what’s on in Hong Kong Island this weekend and the coming month, plus events in Kowloon and beyond. You’ll find fun activities for the kids and family, cool things to do in HK at night – plus online Hong Kong events you can enjoy at home. We’ve kept everybody in mind, so you should find something to keep you occupied among our list of top things to do in Hong Kong.

Upcoming Events in November

India by the Bay

Looking for something exciting to do in Hong Kong this November? India by the Bay returns by celebrating Indian arts, culture, and heritage. From engaging literary talks and wellness sessions to music and dance performances, there’s something for everyone—don’t miss out!

When: 8 to 12 November
Where: Multiple Locations

Hong Kong’s ‘Hidden Gem of a Festival’

Set your sights on Lamma Island for a lively day filled with music, delicious food, and activities! Hosted by Child Welfare Scheme Hong Kong, this free outdoor festival promises live bands, unique bazaar stalls, and family-friendly fun—all while supporting a great cause.

When: 16 November
Where: Tai Wan To Beach

Pass the Baton Exhibition Part 3

This exhibition, curated by Michael Leung, showcases innovations across product, fashion, and digital design, presented through themes like Documentation and Cultural Representation.

When: Until 17 November
Where: DX design hub

Largest Tong Chong Street Market Festival

Visit Taikoo Place for the revitalised Tong Chong Street Market! Experience Hong Kong’s first mini golf extending from indoors to outdoors, live music, and many food offerings at its biggest event yet, following the recent redevelopment of Taikoo Place.

When: 16 to 24 November
Where: Tong Chong Street Market

Prestige Fair in Hong Kong

For one fab day, browse a large range of gifts, lifestyle products, food and beverages all from small businesses and artisans. More than that, it’s just in time for any last-minute Christmas gifts that your family is unlikely to have found anywhere else!

When: 18 November
Where: Grand Ballroom (Level 5) 88 Queensway, Admiralty

Cult Kits x Coffeelin Pop Up

Cult Kits & Coffeelin are back this November with another exclusive vintage football shirt pop-up featuring up to 1,000 rare, collectible jerseys. Don’t miss your chance to snag exclusive merch available only in-store!

When: 20 to 24 November
Where: Coffeelin

Hysan Island Hike and Run 2024

Join the exciting trail running event organised by Hysan and Action Asia Events, promoting health, wellness, and environmental awareness across Hong Kong’s beautiful trails since 2011. With new corporate team categories for all distances, teams of 2 to 5 can race through the scenic Tai Tam Country Park!

When: 24 November
Where: Green Lane Park, Upper Happy Valley area

Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024

Experience the pinnacle of maritime innovation at the 25th Edition of the Hong Kong Boating Show, supported by the Hong Kong Boating Industry Association. This four-day extravaganza showcases the latest from top international boating brands and promises a stunning display of new models and designs. 

When: 28 November to 1 December
Where: Sai Kung, Club Marina Cove

Spring Awakening

Get ready for Spring Awakening, a bold rock musical by the Hong Kong Singers, exploring the powerful journey of self-discovery and the challenges of adolescence. Set in 19th-century Germany, this Tony Award-winning show delves into themes of identity, love, and rebellion. 

When: 28 November to December 1
Where: Sheung Wan Civic Centre

Spring Awakening

The Hong Kong Singers proudly presents Spring Awakening, a Tony Award-winning rock musical by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater, based on Frank Wedekind’s 1891 coming-of-age play.

When: 28 November to 1 December
Where: Sheung Wan Civic Centre

Clockenflappers’ Rest, Rave & Repeat

Mark your calendars for another festival of wild fun, awesome music and memories to last a lifetime!

When: 29 November to 1 December
Where: Central Harbourfront

Peter Pan, Return to Neverland – The Panto

Step into the magic of Neverland as Peter Pan, Wendy, and friends take on Captain Hook in a thrilling showdown! Packed with humour, live music, and all the panto fun, this holiday classic promises laughter and excitement, for the whole family. 

When: 29 November to 7 December
Where: Shouson Theatre

Cellomania: Michiaki Ueno Plays Lalo

Don’t miss cellist Michiaki Ueno’s Hong Kong debut with the Hong Kong Sinfonietta under conductor Rodolfo Barráez. Enjoy Lalo’s Cello Concerto, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol!

When: 30 November
Where: Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall

Accessible Wellbeing Conference by YAMA Foundation

When: 30 November
Where: Quarryside

Musicus Fest 2024

Get ready for Musicus Fest this November and December, featuring international artists from Hong Kong to Europe. Don’t miss the Musicus Soloists Hong Kong performing a French-inspired program on 23 November. The grand finale on 1 December features Sinfonia Varsovia and cellist Trey Lee.

When: Until 1 December
Where: Hong Kong City Hall

Firsts Hong Kong: A new rare book fair

Revived for 2024, Firsts Hong Kong offers a curated showcase of rare books, manuscripts, and prints from Asia and beyond, all set in the stunning Hong Kong Maritime Museum. 

When: 6 December
Where: Hong Kong Maritime Museum

TEDxTinHau Women

Get ready to set your mind “In Motion”. Dive into powerful ideas with talks from ten inspiring speakers, an interactive fair, and more.

When: 6 December
Where: Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon

The Art of Araki Exhibition

This free exhibition unveils Araki’s raw, emotive Polaroid photography and debuts his handcrafted wood furniture, with a live rope bondage performance. 

When: 2 to 21 December
Where: New Art Est-Ouest Auctions

The Best of WestK

Get into the  world of the WestK 2024-2025 season, featuring over 600 performances across music, dance, theatre, and more, highlighted by the exhilarating Black Box Chinese Opera and Freespace Jazz Fest.

When: Until June 2025
Where: Multiple locations

Events in December and Beyond

SAR Philharmonic Christmas Classics for Kids Concerts

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a magical performance by the SAR Philharmonic Orchestra, Creative Collab, and Baumhaus! Journey with Melody, Rhythm, and Dynamics – three young fairy musicians from the North Pole – as they embark on a heartwarming adventure filled with music, friendship, and festive cheer.

When: 14 December
Where: Hong Kong Academy for Perfroming Arts

PHOTOFAIRS Hong Kong

Shrewsbury International School is hosting a series of online chats with parents centering around the identification of five key ideas or tips under a common theme. Aptly named “Five ways to…”, the 45-minute sessions are hosted at 5pm on Wednesdays periodically throughout the academic year, covering topics such as inspiring children to write, effectively managing challenging behaviour, and supporting Chinese learning as a non-native speaker. The school says the talks will draw far more broadly upon the expertise of the academic team than ever before. To register, visit hjuglcnu.paperform.co.

Fun Activities for Kids & Family

Cup Noodles Museum

The famous Cup Noodles Museum by Japanese Ramen brand Nissan has landed in Hong Kong! Spanning nearly 10,000 sq. ft. the museum features interactive workshops, exhibitions, photo opps and a shop offering exclusive merchandise. Highlights include the Noodle Wall showing different flavours and packaging from around the world and the 3-metre Noodles Cup.

When: Now!
Where: China Hong Kong City, TST
More: cupnoodles-museum.com.hk

Ocean Park’s Water World

The much-anticipated theme park Water World has opened at Ocean Park. With five different zones to explore, there’s plenty to be excited about!

When: Now!
Where: Ocean Park, Aberdeen
More: waterworld.oceanpark.com.hk/en

Cool Things to Do in Hong Kong at Night

BaseHall Dining Events Programme

Basehall, the multi-concept food hall in Jardine House, hosts a programme of entertainment throughout the year – including DJ nights, drag events, music nights, Friday happy hour and more. Check out the website for this month’s entertainment line-up.

When: Ongoing
Where: BaseHall HK, Central
More: basehall.hk

The Wine Bar by Crushed at Detour

Looking for something fun to do on Thursday evenings? Crushed Wines and neighbouring café Detour have teamed up to bring “The Wine Bar” to Sai Ying Pun. Taste the wines at Crushed from 7pm to 10pm, select your favourite, then head next door to Detour to enjoy with your favourite sandwich by Fat Chad’s.

When: Every Thursday
Where: Crushed and Detour, Sai Ying Pun
More: crushedwines.com

The MET HD Live 2022/23 Season

After a turbulent few years, The Metropolitan Opera of New York (The Met) reopened for the 2022/23 season on 27 September with the Met premiere of Cherubini’s Medea featuring Sondra Radvanovsky in the title role. The 2022/23 season lineup will include Met premieres of contemporary operas and new productions of classic works including Kevin Puts’s The Hours, Terence Blanchard’s first opera Champion, Giordano’s Fedora, Mozart’s Don Giovanni and acclaimed English Director Simon McBurney’s Die Zauberflöte featuring projections and acrobatics.

When: Ongoing
Where: Online
More: themetinhongkong.info

More great events in Hong Kong

Superbrunch at The Sixteenth

Pirata Group has introduced a new five-hour “Superbrunch” at four of its venues at The Sixteenth in Quarry Bay. Enjoy two hours of free-flow food and champers, followed by a three-hour outdoor party with live music. There’ll also be prizes for the best dressed “Superbruncher” in the event theme; head along for some Sunday afternoon fun.

When: Every Sunday
Where: The Sixteenth, Quarry Bay
More: thesixteenth.hk/superbrunch

Ladies Night Out at ICHU

Every Wednesday at ICHU, ladies can enjoy a range of cocktails and wines at reduced prices plus live DJ sets.

When: Every Wednesday
Where: ICHU, Central
More: ichu.com.hk

Things to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon

Explore the Avenue of Stars

The Avenue of Stars reopened last year after a three-year construction hiatus. Now it’s back, bigger and better than ever and it’s one of our favourite things to do with visitors! Head over to TST to meander along the foreshore and learn about some of Hong Kong’s home-grown stars, including the beloved, Bruce Lee.

When: Now!
Where: TST; to get there, walk from the Star Ferry or from MTR East Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit P1; use the staircase or the escalator adjacent to Tsim Sha Tsui East (Mody Road) Bus Terminus
More: avenueofstars.com.hk

American Women’s Association Coffee Morning

The American Women’s Association of Hong Kong holds a weekly coffee morning every Thursday; CHAT – Come Have A Talk. The informal gathering is for member, newcomers and non-members and provides a friendly atmosphere to have a coffee or tea and some “grown-up” time away from the little ones. It’s a drop-in activity so people are welcome to join anytime between 10.30am and noon. The group often stays for lunch.

When: Every Thursday (except public holidays)
Where: Cafe 8, Roof Level, Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Central Ferry Pier No.8, Central
More: awa.org.hk

Cooee Coffee – Australian Association of Hong Kong

The Australian Association of Hong Kong holds a weekly coffee morning, Cooee Coffee, every Friday, which acts as a casual get-together for both newcomers to Hong Kong, as well as a chance to catch up with old friends. In addition to meeting new people, it’s also a chance to get some advice and tips on living in Hong Kong.

When: Every Friday (except public holidays), 10am to 12pm
Where: Oolaa Petite Shop 2 Tower 2 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai
More: ozhongkong.com

Be a tourist in your own city

There’s never been a better time to explore Hong Kong. Many of the city’s iconic tourist attractions have minimal crowds and incredible deals right now. If you’re looking for things to do, the Hong Kong Tourism Board has created a special website hkison.com, which houses all the great deals around town. Check it out and see if there’s a deal that works for you or your guests. You’ll find deals on theme parks, restaurants and staycations. The tourism board have let us know that the site is updated regularly, so keep checking back for the latest.

 

Happy Wednesday at Happy Valley Races

Wednesday night at the Happy Valley Races is a favoured Hong Kong pastime. It costs just HK$10 to get in and see the spectacle of race fans watching world-class horse racing against a backdrop of skyscrapers. During this time of social distancing, the races may be off, but you can stay up to date with the racing world by tuning into the Happy Wednesdays YouTube channel.

When: Every Wednesday all year round (gates open at 5.15pm, first race 7.15pm)
Where: Happy Valley Race Course, Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley
More: hkjc.com| Open Space YouTube Channel

More Must-Do’s in Hong Kong

Explore a park

Take an escalator from Pacific Place mall up to an unexpected oasis. Hong Kong Park contains fountains, an aviary and a children’s playground. Or escape Causeway Bay’s crowds at Victoria Park, where going early will get you a glimpse of local Tai Chi groups. Playground spaces and a rock park keep kids entertained. Meanwhile, Hong Kong Zoological & Botanical Garden offers the chance to watch monkeys up close for free.

More: Parks, playgrounds and outdoor centres for the kids

Hang out at the beach!

Hong Kong has too many beaches to count, but all provide just what you need for an enjoyable day out without burning through the cash. Repulse Bay is a must-visit for its accessible and expansive arc of sand. Big Wave Bay is another popular one, attracting surfers to its decent break. And camping bays at Pui O allows you to wake to the sound of rolling waves.

More: Top Hong Kong beaches

See the light show

The city’s iconic skyline takes on a new glow as buildings each side of the harbour beam lights across the water. The Symphony of Lights spectacle takes place every night at 8pm. Head down to the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront for the best view and marvel at Hong Kong Island’s skyline at night.

Take in a temple

For a free thing to do that’s instantly transporting, nothing beats a visit to a temple; and Hong Kong has plenty! We’ve already mentioned Wong Tai Sin, but another great temple to see is Man Mo on Hollywood Road. This atmospheric building is one of Hong Kong’s oldest temples, and is dedicated to the god of literature.

More: Must-see temples and places of worship in Hong Kong

Roam a rooftop

IFC Mall’s landscaped rooftop provides one of the city’s few free public seating spots, making it perfect if you bring a coffee and book or plan a city picnic with the kids. The sight of ferries chugging across the harbour never gets old.

Eye some artworks

Galleries along Hollywood Road are an ideal first stop for browsing artworks, but you can also head to the JCCAC artist colony in Shek Kip Mei, where about 140 artists have studios. It’s open from 10am to 10pm daily and is perfect for those who are looking for a Hong Kong attraction that is free and has a cultural flavour.

More: Your guide to Hong Kong’s cultural institutions

Mosey around a market

The vibrant street markets have a lively, bustling energy and provide great people watching, as customers haggle with stallholders. Of course, the cost of this outing will rise if you start buying things! There are also speciality markets such as the fish, bird and flower markets.

Hike in nature

About three quarters of Hong Kong’s land space is Country Park, so getting into green space is surprisingly easy. Central’s Morning Trail is a great first introduction. The paved stroll takes you up to The Galleria at the top of the Peak, with gorgeous city views to boot.

More: Family-friendly hikes in Hong Kong

Chase a waterfall

Why not tie your hike in with a visit to a waterfall? Hong Kong has its fair share, including the famous Bride’s Pool in Plover Cove Country Park, which has a fascinating backstory (follow the link below to discover it!). Some waterfalls here are easily accessible; others require a decent trek to get to. If it’s warm enough, there are some superb swimming opportunities to.

More: 5 of our favourite Hong Kong waterfalls

Hop on a Tram

Jump aboard at Western Market and view the city with new eyes as the tram trundles through Wan Chai and Causeway Bay. It’s just HK$2.30 to experience this piece of iconic local culture.

Online Things to Do

Enjoy a (free) performance

• Savour the world of art at home with virtually@HKMoA, Hong Kong Art Museum’s online portal which gives the public access to art through a variety of multimedia resources. Browse the website for audio guides, pamphlets, exhibition multi-media programmes and images from the featured collections.
• Stream comedies, cabarets, concerts, art exhibitions and more thanks to the The Social Distancing Festival.
• Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s YouTube channel, The Shows Must Go On!, includes streams of his musicals for free, or you can sing along with Broadway stars performing from their homes as part of Broadway World’s Living Room Concerts.
• Watch Live At-Home concerts on the Billboard Facebook page.
• Shakespeare’s Globe is offering free streams of plays including A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Romeo and Juliet. Tune in via its YouTube channel.
• Turn your living room into a Disneyland Park, complete with Disney’s iconic parade. Watch the Disney Parks YouTube channel and virtually visit the happiest place on earth.
• Hours and hours of house music was streamed from March through to May 2020 as part of the Defected Virtual Festival and is still available on the Defected Records YouTube channel.

Tour a museum (or a famous landmark!)

• Google Arts and Culture is packed full of interesting content. You’ll be able to view digital exhibitions and go on virtual tours at renowned museums and galleries across the world, from the Louvre in Paris to New York’s Guggenheim. There are also virtual tours of famous landmarks, from street views of the Sydney Opera House to the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt.

Go to the zoo (via a virtual tour)

• San Diego Zoo and Melbourne Zoo are among many that are bringing the wild and wacky to us. Watch pandas play and lions laze from the 24/7 live feeds in the animal enclosures.
• If seaside scenes are more your vibe, aquariums like the Vancouver Aquarium and Monterey Bay Aquarium have jellyfish, otter and penguin cams.

Travel from home

• Tick off your bucket list with Google Earth or Google Street View, a virtual tour of interactive panoramas from positions along many streets in the world.
• Keen for the outdoors? Explore.org has up to 100 livestream webcams set up in national parks and wildlife sanctuaries around the world that you can view at any given moment – including the spellbinding Northern Lights!
• Ushuaïa Ibiza has launched #StayAtHomeSessions on Facebook – a re-stream of some of 2019’s best DJ sets from Ibiza, to bring the party atmosphere into your homes!
• Travel to Western Europe with Visit Monaco’s virtual tours. Enjoy 360-degree views of its streets and landmarks, including Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo.
• Travel company andBeyond has a live streaming service where viewers can enjoy wildlife sightings on Instagram Live and interactive three-hour safaris twice a day on YouTube and Facebook.

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