Christmas lights, shopping mall sales, festive food, and a New Year's countdown on New Year's Day are all here in Hong Kong, one of the world's top 10 places to celebrate Christmas.
Who says Christmas has to be white? This winter from November 29, 2013 to January 1, 2014, Hong Kong is going to give you a colorful Christmas. The sea of lights on both sides of Victoria Harbour and the lights on the streets and alleys are twinkling and bright. Giant installations in Central and fireworks at the New Year's Eve party are magnificent and colorful. The decorations of attractions and shopping malls, including green Christmas trees covered with ornaments, red Santa Claus, colorful ribbons and balls ...... are a riot of festive colors that create a romantic and warm atmosphere for the holidays. With the great discounts, festive food and special offers, the whole city will be bustling with excitement! Come to Asia's World City with your loved ones and enjoy the perfect vacation. Merry Christmas!
"Christmas Dreams Take Flight"
From November 29 to January 1, 2014, admission is free at Statue Square, Central, Hong Kong Island. Feel the full blessing of the festive season under the sparkling and bright dandelions. Inspired by dandelions and the seeds that flutter in the wind, the 15-meter-tall "WISH" installation hopes to send love and blessings to friends and family around you and far away. Come here with your loved ones and enjoy a happy Christmas.
"New Year - New World - Hong Kong New Year's Eve Countdown"
The annual New Year's Eve fireworks countdown is the culmination of the Hong Kong Colorful Winter Festival. On the eve of New Year's Day, both sides of Victoria Harbour are packed with people, turning it into a party venue for 10,000 people. Under the spectacular night sky illuminated by fireworks, you are welcome to join tourists and Hong Kong citizens in counting down to a glorious 2014, which will take place at Victoria Harbour on December 31 at 12:00 midnight.
"A Winter Spectacular at Popular Attractions"
Hong Kong Disneyland - Disney's Snowy Winter Wonderland (November 14, 2013 to January 5, 2014)
Christmas is just around the corner, and Hong Kong Disneyland is filled with festive cheer, so get together with your friends and family, to eat, drink and be merry. For those who want to have fun, you can dive into the toy world of Toy Story Land, then go wild in Grizzly Gulch, and then head to Mystic Manor for a fantastic winter day. The city has a wonderful winter season.
Madame Tussauds Hong Kong - Sparkling Christmas at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong (December 2013)
Spend Christmas with over 100 people. On this festive day, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong will be decorated with golden lights for a grand starlight party. Come and take photos with many superstar icons under the twinkling Christmas tree.
Ocean Park Hong Kong - Ocean Park Christmas Citywide HO HO HO (14 December 2013 to 1 January 2014)
This winter, Ocean Park will change into a Christmas decoration full of ocean colors, and there will be an "ocean version" of Santa Claus delivering unlimited Christmas decorations. In addition, a world-class flying acrobatic troupe will display a series of difficult fancy stunts in mid-air.
Ngong Ping 360 - Ngong Ping 360 Sparkling Christmas Village (December 6, 2013 to January 1, 2014)
Come to Ngong Ping Village at Christmas and experience a unique Christmas experience with gorgeous decorations and lively music. You can also take a cable car ride with your loved ones to embrace the beautiful scenery of nature and celebrate the sweet and cozy festivities.
Noah's Ark Hong Kong - Noah's Ark Christmas Carnival (Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays, December 7, 2013 to January 1, 2014)
Want to enjoy a Christmas Carnival with a difference? Noah's Ark Hong Kong has prepared a series of fun and educational Christmas games to test your imagination and multiple intelligences. The melodious sounds of Christmas will also bring you warmth in winter, making it an unforgettable time to enjoy with your family and friends***.
The Peak - Winter Wishes? Twinkling Peak (November 29, 2013 to January 1, 2014)
The Peak is filled with a warm and romantic winter atmosphere this Christmas. Love-themed Christmas decorations fill the cable car station, The Peak Tower and the Peak Piazza, and you can even make a wish and take a photo with your loved one at the Peak's Wish Village. The giant bear "Baby", designed by Hong Kong's renowned designer Yeung Chi-chiu and standing on the SkyPlaza 428, will also be dressed up in his unique Christmas costume to meet and cuddle with you.
Other Winter Highlights - Hong Kong International Events
Hong Kong International Events
The World Championship Turf Day, known as the "World Championship Turf Day", attracts the world's best teams, top trainers and jockeys to Hong Kong. The event, known as "World Championships on the Turf Day", will attract the best teams, top trainers and jockeys from around the world to Hong Kong to compete in four international Grade 1 championships.
Date: December 8, 2013
Time: 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.
Venue: Sha Tin Racecourse, Sha Tin
Admission: HK$190 for Visitor Badge (please bring along a valid travel document); HK$10 for Public Seating. HK$10
"The 48th Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo"
The 48th Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo (HKBPE)
A large-scale outdoor exhibition and trade fair for your shopping pleasure. In addition to exhibits of Chinese and foreign branded products and a selection of special offers, there are also events such as the Miss Hong Kong Brands & Products Fair and the booth design competition, making it a great place to shop, relax and have fun.
Date: December 14, 2013 to January 6, 2014
Hours: 11:00am to 10:00pm (December 14, 2013 to January 5, 2014); 10:00am to 8:00pm (January 6, 2014)
Venue: Victoria Park Causeway Bay, Causeway Bay Victoria Park
Admission: HK$10 (Tickets available at the venue)
The Hong Kong Dragon and Lion Dance Festival 2014
With the theme of "Big Head Buddha", who is the leader of the lions in the lion dance performances, the Dragon and Lion Dance Festival will bring you a large-scale "Big Head Buddha" performance, a dragon and lion procession, a lion dance show, a lion dance show, and a lion dance show.
Date: January 1, 2014
Time: 1:30pm to 5:00pm
Venue: Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, starting from Canton Road, passing by the Hong Kong Cultural Centre and the "Avenue of Stars", and ending at the Urban Council Centenary Garden in Tsim Sha Tsui East
Admission: Free to watch along the route
Admission Fee: Free to watch along the route
Admission Fee: Free to watch along the route
Admission Fee: Free to attend the event. Free admission along the way
Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2013
The three-day festival features performances by popular bands and singers such as Franz Ferdinand, Two Door Cinema Club and G.E.M., as well as the world's newest multimedia art groups. There will also be performances by the world's newest multimedia art groups, award-winning short films, and the "Art Village" art district.
Date: November 29 to December 1, 2013
Time: 5:00pm to 10:00pm (November 29); 12:00pm to 10:00pm (November 30 to December 1)
Venue: West Kowloon Cultural District
The 11th Hong Kong Winter Festival will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from November 29 to December 1, 2013
"The 11th Hong Kong Winter Festival" will be held on November 29, 2013
Winter 2013 "The 11th Hong Kong Winter Food Festival and the 2nd International Wine Tasting Carnival"
The Hong Kong Winter Food Festival offers a wide range of global specialties. This year's event also features a special multi-country gourmet zone, bringing you a wide range of wines from famous wineries and a variety of cuisines to celebrate Christmas.
Date: December 25-28, 2013
Time: 10:00am to 9:00pm (December 25-27); 10:00am to 7:00pm (December 28)
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Admission: HK$10 (on-site purchase)
"The 11th Hong Kong Winter Shopping Festival & 6th Smart Home Appliances & Consumer Electronics Fair"
The shopping extravaganza brings together more than 800 international and Hong Kong brands, offering a wide range of products including technological and electronic products, home and leisure goods and trendy department stores. products, household and leisure goods, and trendy department stores.
Date: December 25-28, 2013
Time: 10:00am to 9:00pm (December 25-27); 10:00am to 7:00pm (December 28)
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Admission: HK$10 (on-site purchase)
Other Events
Business of Design Week 2013: December 2-7, 2013
Hong Kong Squash Open 2013: December 1-8, 2013
Hong Kong Open Golf Championships 2013: December 5-8, 2013
Freedom of the Wild: December 14-15, 2013
Place: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Admission: HK$10 (on-site tickets) Day
New Year's Eve Countdown Carnival 2013: December 31, 2013
New Year's Day Racing Day: January 1, 2014
Hong Kong Tourism Board