If you’re spending Christmas in Hong Kong this year, there are plenty of places around town celebrating the season with trees, decorations, virtual Santa visits and more. Here are some of our picks of the most fab festive displays and events for a Hong Kong Christmas in 2023.
#1 Hong Kong WinterFest
A spectacular Christmas Town has taken over the harbourfront of the West Kowloon Cultural District until 1 January. Alongside the whimsical Christmas displays and giant Christmas tree, there is a series of fun events, shopping and the chance to meet Santa. Don’t miss the festive firework show lighting up the city’s skyline!
#2 IFC Christmas displays
From 22 November to 1 January, IFC Mall is bringing an cool Christmas to Hong Kong at the SnowPark. Inspired by a European ski resort, create a digital explorer pass, board a ski-lift and enter an 8.5 metre Christmas tree. Shoppers can also enjoy Christmas Music Performances and festive offers and goodies, with different e-Gift vouchers given out for certain amounts of money spent.
Where: IFC Mall, the Oval Atrium, Central
When: Daily, until 1 January
Web: ifc.com.hk/xmas2023
#3 Landmark festivities
Christmas at Landmark is all about the younger ones, with a fun-filled adventure to Mount Santa Paws with 10 furry friends. Explore the wintery world, cosy up at the Santa Paws Ski Chalet, then hit the slopes at the Snow Sled Slide before heading to fab photo spots.
Landmark have partnered with four local charities in the spirit of giving. When you purchase the Stage Ticket and exclusive Festive Merchandise, proceeds will go directly to these organisations.
There are more festive season surprises too! Shop with up to a 9.6% BESPOKE Dollar Rebate for an even merrier Christmas celebration!
Where: 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central
When: Daily, until 1 January
Web: landmark.hk
#4 Times Square
With Christmas just around the corner, Times Square is introducing the Christmas Elfventure campaign featuring the adorable elf – Lumi! Inspired by the Finnish Christmas elves, Lumi is the latest character created by Japanese artist Kohei Ogawa. Lumi will greet mall patrons at his Christmas workshop at Times Square from now through to 1 January. Patrons will also find a Christmas Elfventure photo booth, where they can make customised Lumi-themed WhatsApp stickers.
Of course, Santa Claus will also make a visit to celebrate this festive season with Times Square members. In addition, a Christmas carol and violin performance will await patrons on 19 December. Plus, Times Square is giving out it “Times Square x Kohei Ogawa” 2024 calendars. It’s a sleigh-load of holiday joy!
Until 1 January, Times Square members can enter the Season of Surprises Instant-win Lucky Draw with same-day electronic spending of $2,000 or above (maximum two receipts from different merchants) at Times Square. The total value of prizes exceeds two million dollars! Stand a chance to win a $1,000 Times Square gift card and enjoy shopping during the winter festival!
Where: 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay
When: Daily, until 1 January
Web: timessquare.com.hk
#5 Lee Tung Avenue installations and Christmas displays
Lee Tung Avenue, the stone-paved pedestrian walkway in the heart of Wan Chai, is embracing Christmas with a monumental art installation. Designed by local cross-media artists Victor Wong, this installation features a million acrylic beads “the wishing stars”, a corridor of wishes and five-metre mega trees. There will also be a Nordic-themed charity pop-up with loads of Finnish food on offer and proceeds donated to Make-A-Wish Hong Kong. Dreaming of a white Christmas? Visit Central Piazza to experience an artificial snow fall! There’s a slew of workshops scheduled on specific days where you can make your own wishing star from bamboo, origami ornaments and art with string.
Where: Central Plaza, Lee Tung Avenue, Wan Chai
When: Daily, until 14 January
Web: leetungavenue.com.hk
#6 Pacific Place Christmas events
The winter fairies and all the creatures of the forest have been secretly arranging A Fairytale Christmas at Pacific Place! Explore a ‘Fairy-light Forest’ with forest pine smells, giant flowers and luminous mushrooms and dancing fairies before heading to meet Santa and take a picture with him at Santa’s Grove. There’s also a special place where the fairies and their wood-land friends make captivating gifts for everyone, join a workshop and they’ll show you how to make something magical for your loved ones too.
Pacific Place is also offering an array of Christmas rewards, including e-vouchers and bonus points for members.
Where: Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty
When: Daily, until 2 January
Web: christmas.pacificplace.com.hk
#7 Discovery Bay
This holiday season, Discovery Bay has transformed into a European Winter Wonderland with festive decorations and installations, Christmas Sunday Markets, shows, performances and other festive activities. Highlights also include the Wonderland Winter Show at DB Plaza, Christmas Moonlit Movies, Christmas on Ice at DB ice rink and a New Year Countdown Party.
Where: Discovery Bay, Lantau
When: Daily, until 1 January
Web: visitdiscoverybay.com/tc/whats-hot
#8 Citygate Outlets Christmas events
This winter, Citygate Outlets celebrates the 65th anniversary of The Smurfs with an unprecedented “Smurfs Up Christmas” carnival. Join the adventure in the mystical Smurfs Christmas Village for an “incrediBLUE” Christmas! The Smurfs will bring you to Smurfmas Outdoor Market filled with Belgium goodies, food and handmade crafts on specific days in December. Plus, there are giant Christmas displays, a Smurfs-themed maze, cotton candy giveaways, baking workshops in collaboration with PizzaExpress and the chance to meet your favourite smuf and smurfettes in person. And don’t miss the interactive light show, interactive Hotspots and more.
Where: The Piazza, Citygate Outlets
When: Daily, until 27 December
Web: citygateoutlets.com.hk
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