The Chinese New Year celebrations come to a close and culminate with the Spring Lantern Festival on March 2, 2018. But if you have not had your fix of dancing lions, firecrackers and dragons, the Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair comes right on the heels of the New Year celebrations on March 4, featuring the fantastic 18 Lions Dance on Quincuncial Piles and the 500-Feet Luminous Night Dragon Dance Performance.
In the cultural front, this month welcomes Asia's premier art events, Art Basel Hong Kong, newcomer Art Central, and a plethora of satellite fairs and exhibitions in what has now become Hong Kong Art Week.
The Hong Kong Film Festival, one of Asia's most influential events, gets underway this month and Katy Perry is in town.
Also note that Easter holidays are public holidays observed in Hong Kong, this year will be from March 30 - April 2, 2018
Temperatures will start picking up soon so try to get outdoors and enjoy, spring is in full bloom at the Hong Kong Flower show at Victoria Park!
Highlight Celebrations and Events in March 2018
- Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival - March 2, 2018
- Chinese New Year at Disneyland Hong Kong - January 18 - March 4, 2018
- Hong Kong Well-Wishing Festival - February 16 - March 4, 2018
- Lunar New Year Lantern Displays - February 9 - March 4, 2018
- Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair - March 4, 2018
- Hong Kong International Jewelry Show - March 1 - 5, 2018
- Hong Kong Flower Show - March 16 - 25, 2018
- St. Patrick's Day Parade - March 11, 2018
- The Irish Village 2018 - March 17, 2018
- Katy Perry Witness Tour - March 20, 2018
- Disney Springtime Carnival - March 15 - June 20, 2018
- Art Basel Hong Kong - March 29 - 31, 2018
- Art Central - March 27 - April 1, 2018
- Asia Contemporary Art Show - March 23 - 26, 2018
- 12th Asian Film Awards - March 17, 2018
- Taste of Hong Kong - March 22 - 25, 2018
- 1st World Best Chef Sustainable Table - March 23, 2018
- The 46th Hong Kong Arts Festival - February 23 - March 24, 2018
- Ng Lung Wai's "One Person, Two Systems" Portrait Exhibition - March 25 - April 21, 2018
- Easter - March 30 - April 2, 2018
Ongoing Events This March 2018
- Free cultural exhibitions: Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Feng Shui
- The Symphony of Lights, Hong Kong's light and sound show
- It's race time! The Horse Races at Happy Valley are on!
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For nature and outdoors lovers, this is a great time for that hiking or biking excursion, a trip to the marshes and wetlands is heaven as thousands of migratory shorebirds can be seen getting ready to head north towards their breeding grounds. These adventures give you a great chance to get outdoors and enjoy!
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Hong Kong Lunar New Year Highlight Events March 2018
Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival - March 2, 2018
The Chinese New Year festivities culminate on the 15th day of the Lunar Year, on March 2, 2018 with the Spring Lantern Carnival.
This day, expect to see fantastic lantern displays, all shapes, size and forms, lining up streets and alleys and particularly at the Carnival, where there
will also be cultural performances, lion dances, stage acts, folk craft demonstrations...
When? March 2, 2018 - 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Where? Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsim Sha Tsui.
How Much? Free
Magical Year After Year Chinese New Year Celebration at Disneyland Hong Kong
During Chinese New Year, Disneyland Hong Kong transforms once again after the rush of the Christmas season. This time instead of fluffy snow and holiday wreaths, it is lanterns, red envelopes, mandarin oranges, chinese lions, drums and gongs...
And in typical Disney fashion, our favourite characters will be there dressed in full Chinese traditional gear to celebrate and wish you Gung Hay Fat Choy!
Special event this year celebrating the Year of the Dragon is a one-of-a-kind concert with world-renown pianist Lang Lang on January 27, 2024 on stage at the Castle of Magical Dreams.
When? January 25 to February 25, 2024
Where? Hong Kong Disneyland
How Much? CNY events are free with entrance ticket
Remember you can buy discount tickets online at Klook.com:
HK Disneyland Discount Tickets Adult HK639 HKD590, Children HK487 HKD438
More Info and Booking at Klook.com
Also available are exclusive experience for World of Frozen and Arandelle Royal Breakfast Buffet
Dining Offers at Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Well-Wishing Festival
Two popular traditions: wishing trees and wishing lanterns, in addition to performances and cultural activities and lots and lots of local foods.
If you missed the Chinese New Year Parade, this is your chance, all the floats will be on display and the troupes from the parade will also perform here. This is not exactly "around the corner" but well worth the trip.
When? From New Year's Day February 16 until the Lantern Festival weekend March 4, 2018
Where? Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees, take MTR to Tai Wo Station (New Territories) then a free shuttle or taxi to Lam Tsuen Wishing Square.
How Much? Most events are free, there is a fee for banquets and feasts.
Spring Lantern Exhibitions
The Government of Hong Kong's Leisure and Cultural Services Department sponsors a series of events to foster Chinese ethnic culture to residents and tourists alike.
As part of the Lunar New Year festivities, the department sets up an amazing annual Lantern Exhibition in the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront in the lead up to the Lantern Carnival which mark the end of the Lunar New Year celebrations.
When? Early February through Early March 2018. Displays are normally lit 6:00pm to 11pm from Thursday to Sunday.
Where? Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza by the Water Pools in front of the Clocktower, Tsim Sha Tsui.
How Much? Free
Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair - March 4, 2018
This is a full day of colorful celebrations which include
The temple fair grand parade
The fantastic 18 Lions Dance on Quincuncial Piles
The 500-Feet Luminous Night Dragon Dance Performance
Be prepared for lots of lions, dragons, kung fu, cultural performances, drumming, dances, singing, feasts, crafts... don't forget your camera!
When? Sunday, March 4, 2018.
Where? Fuk Tsun Street in Kowloon, it is only a 10 minute walk from the Mongkok MTR station.
How Much? Free!
Hong Kong International Jewelry Show
March 1 - 5, 2018
The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is Asia's largest of its kind, higlighting exhibitor's latest collections and masterpieces, certainly a glamorous and glittery event with the latest in trends and design.
Check out the Hall of Jade, the Hall of Time, the Hall of Chic, the Hall of Nature (rare precious stones and pearls)...
For security reasons, the show is only open to trade visitors 18 or older, you must register and bring your passport or ID in person to the Registration Counter and get a validation stamp.
When? March 1 - 5, 2018
Where? Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How Much? HK$ 100
Hong Kong Flower Show - "Joy In Bloom"
March 16 - 25, 2018
If you love flowers and greenery, this is a "don't miss". In the middle of the towering skyscrapers of the city, the Hong Kong Flower Show is a bright and fragrant oasis with elaborate displays of flowers and landscaped areas, put together by local and international organisations.
Throughout the show, floral demonstrations, cultural events and competitions are held, and it is certainly a great way to spend a half-day.
This year's Theme is "Blossoms of Love" and the theme flower is the Rose.
When? March 16 - 25, 2018 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Where? Victoria Park, Causeway Bay.
How Much? HK$ 14, Seniors and Children HK$7.
Hong Kong and Macau St. Patrick's Day Parade
Marching Bands, bagpipes, kung fu demonstrations and of course lion and dragon dances in their best greenery... This year's St Patrick's Day Parade in Hong Kong is set to be bigger, better and greener than ever. There will be lots of new groups participating in the parade, including many local schools and performers.
Bring the family along to Tamar Park and be sure to wear green.
When? Sunday March 11, 2018 - Parade starts at 2:00 pm
Where? Parade starts by the Observation Wheel and marchs along the waterfront toward Tamar Park where the festivities continue through the day
How Much? FREE
The Irish Village 2018
St. Patrick's Day is the day when everyone wants to be Irish. This year's event falls beautifully on a Saturday and The Irish Village large indoor/outdoor venue will showcase all that is wonderful about Ireland. From 12noon onwards they will be serving a full carvery lunch whilst the band Dargle play a Traditional Irish Music Session.
Green Popcorn, Face Painters and Bouncy Castles will fill the Kids Play Area and Echoes of Erin will be providing classes and performances in the art of Irish Dancing.
And there's more to come in the evening with a full entertainment programme, special food menues and of course the bars will be stocked handsomely - this year with over 80 different Irish Whiskies plus some unique Irish Craft Gin.
When? Saturday March 17, 2018 - 12:00 noon till late
Where? Ocean View Court and adjoining terrace area in The Arcade at Cyberport
How Much? Entry is free of charge and open to all
Katy Perry Witness Tour
WITNESS: The Tour is Katy's first run since the sold-out, 151-date Prismatic World Tour.
"Colorful, sparkling spectacle" - Billboard
"As concert productions go, Perry's is the definition of top-notch and an Instagram dream: a highly choreographed, sensory overloaded assault that sparkles, swings, struts, and even flies." - Variety
When? Friday March 30, 2018 - 8:00 pm
Where? AsiaWorld Expo - Arena (Hall 1)
How Much? HK500+
Disney Springtime Carnivale of Stars and Egg-stravaganza
Starting in March, Mickey, Minnie and the gang dress up in their springtime celebratory outfits. Look forward to new lively shows and events on Main Street with all our favourite Disney friends old and new!
Springtime and Easter activities TBA. Stay tuned!
When? March through May
Where? Hong Kong Disneyland
How Much? Disney Springtime Celebration activities are free with Park Admission.
Remember you can buy discount tickets online at Klook.com:
HK Disneyland Discount Tickets Adult HK639 HKD590, Children HK487 HKD438
More Info and Booking at Klook.com
Also available are exclusive experience for World of Frozen and Arandelle Royal Breakfast Buffet
Dining Offers at Hong Kong Disneyland
Art Basel Hong Kong - March 29 - 31, 2018
Art Basel Hong Kong on its fourth edition, will be bringing the art world together once again as galleries, artists, collectors and art enthusiasts from Asia and all over the world flock to this most prestigious of international art events.
Recognised as the premier art event in Asia, this is where you get to see the latest developments in art from across Asia as well as the best from the West.
When?: March 29 - 31, 2018
Where?: The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
How Much? Vernissage HK850, Weekday ticket HK250, weekend ticket HK350, two and three-day tickets, concession tickets, evening tickets also available.
Art Central - March 27 - April 1, 2018
A new exciting art fair has popped up in the waterfront to go head to head with Art Basel...
Art fair veterans Tim Etchells and Sandy Angus, who founded the original Art HK who later became Art Basel are behind this new exhibition which will be housed in a purpose-built tent right on the city's new Central Harbourfront, a 10-minute walk from Art Basel.
Art Central will showcase works from over 100 exhibitors and international galleries in this highly anticipated second edition.
When?: March 27 - April 1, 2018
Where?: The new Central Harbourfront
How Much? Adult HK230, concession and student tickets also available. Early bird online discounts available.
Asia Contemporary Art Show - March 23 - 26, 2018
The popular and highly successful Asia Contemporary Art Show, the largest in Asia in terms of the number of artworks offered for sale, is back in March 2018 with an exciting line-up of over 80 exhibiting galleries from 17 countries in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.
If you are seriously thinking about acquiring a piece, this one is worth checking out with over 3,000 stunning works of art from Asia and beyond.
All the works can be viewed, and bought, online at www.asiacontemporaryart.com,
so even after the doors close, the Show continues online, with new works being added every day.
When?: March 23 - 26, 2018
Where?: The Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 40th to 43rd floors.
How Much? HK 250
Asian Film Awards - The Oscars of Asia
The Asian Film Awards is a fairly new programme launched in 2007 but is gradually gaining prominence in the film making industry. This is not to be confused with the Hong Kong Film Awards which have been around since 1982.
The Asian Film Award Gala is the kick off to the HK International Film Festival, and presents awards in ten different
categories such as Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Actress, etc. these are the "Oscars" of Asia.
It is certainly a glittery evening with prominent local and international stars, which over the years has included Jet Li, Andy Lau, Oliver Stone and Donatella Versace.
Attendance is of course by invitation only, but the fans can catch a peek of their favourite celebrities as they arrive at the Red Carpet.
When? March 17, 2018
Where? The Venetian Macau
Taste of Hong Kong - March 22 - 25, 2018
Food lovers rejoice, Taste of Hong Kong is back at the Central Harbourfront this March!
This is Hong Kong's largest gastronomic festival and one foodies should not miss. A gorgeous outdoor waterfront setting, a majestic skyline and some of Hong Kong's best restaurants dishing out their bests... at prices that won't break the bank!
That's right, this is your chance to try Michelin-starred delicacies and some new dishes that are exclusive to the festival from some of the territory's culinary gems, no reservations, no wait-lists... Dishes start at HK$50, with some "icon dishes" priced from HK$140.
When? March 22 -25, 2018
Where? Central Waterfront Event Space
How Much? General Admission: HK$120 advance online purchase, HK$150 at the door (16 and under with adult FREE)
Dishes HK$50+, "icon dishes" HK$140+
Several packages "Tasteful Menu Packages", Champgane packages and VIP are available (they sell out quick) as well as discounts for Standard Chartered (the event's sponsor) card members
1st Best World Chef Sustainable Table Pop UP - March 23, 2018
For one special night, ten World Best Chefs will join forces to host Hong Kong's First World Best Chef Sustainable Table with a pop-up at one of Hong Kong's prime historical venues, the Kowloon Bowling Green Club built in 1900.
This charitable feast will feature a 10-course banquet that will raise awareness of food sustainability, bringing health, wellness and an exquisite meal by combining carefully picked sustainable food ingredients, the finest cooking skills by some of the world's best starred celebrity chefs and of course sustainable wines and drinks.
When? Friday March 23, 2018 - 7:00 pm
Where? Kowloon Bowling Green Club at 123 Austin Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
How Much? Individual Ticket - HK$13,888 Buy
Half Table, 6 Tickets - HK$80,000 Buy
One Table, 12 Tickets - HK$133,338 Buy
Proceeds to benefit The Hong Kong Society of Medical Professionals (HKSMP) and Food Angel, a sustainable Food Rescue & Food Assistance Program.
Hong Kong Arts Festival - February 23 - March 24, 2018
On its 46th year, this is Hong Kong's foremost event dedicated to the performing arts.
Four weeks of spectacular performances with all genres of the performing arts well-represented including concerts, ballets, operas, drama by leading international orchestras, performers and artists in world-class venues.
This year's line up include the Danish National Symphony Orchestra, the National Theatre of Great Britain, the China National Peking Opera Company, the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra, Ballet Zurich and many others.
Ng Lung Wai's "One Person, Two Systems" Portrait Exhibition of Chinese and British Leaders
Our favourite local artist is back with another unique and striking exhibition, "One Person, Two Systems" portrays Chinese and English leaders - Chairman Mao and Queen Elizabeth II, with tens of thousands of far-reaching Chinese and Western cultural symbols, such as Chinese chess pieces and international chess pieces, tips of Chinese ink painting brushes and oil painting brushes to conceive his distinctive works.
When?: March 24 - April 21, 2018
Where?: A2Z Gallery Hong Kong, 20 Gage Street, Central, Hong Kong
How Much? FREE
Easter - March 30 - April 2, 2018
Easter in Hong Kong, as part of the British legacy, is a public holiday with a long weekend of days off from Good Friday to Easter Monday.
For 2018, the Easter holidays will be from Friday March 30 to Monday April 2nd, 2018.
From uplifiting services, easter egg hunts, champagne brunches...
Ongoing Hong Kong Events
These are some popular ongoing events that are worth checking out, specially since they are FREE or offered for a low fee!
These events feature some of the great and ancient traditions of the territory and are offered by experts in their corresponding fields:
The Symphony of Lights
The Symphony of Lights is Hong Kong's light and sound show, a tribute to the city and its people, their diversity, energy and vitality.
The stage is the entire city, which is what makes it so unique, you can watch the lights from just about anywhere in the waterfront.
This free show offered by the city, takes place every night at 8:00 pm and lasts about 12 minutes.
When?: Every Night
Where?: Can be seen from both sides of Victoria Harbour, specially stunning aboard a Harbour Cruise.
How Much? Free
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The Horse Races Are On! This is how you can attend
The horse races in Hong Kong whether or not you are a horse racing enthusiast is an experience not to be missed!
The beautiful horses, the skillful jockeys, the crowds going wild, they all add up to an exciting, fun-filled, thrilling atmosphere in two world-class venues, at the Sha Tin Racecourse and the iconic Happy Valley Racecourse.
The Happy Valley race course itself is a sight in itself, the city has built around it through the years and it is now practically surrounded by skyscrapers, an awesome experience specially at night when the city is illuminated.
When?: Happy Valley Night Races on Wednesday Nights. On race day, first race starts at 7:15 p.m. and the gates open at 5:15 p.m.
The races are done by 11:00 p.m.
Sha Tin Day Races are on Sundays. First race normally starts at 1:00 pm, earlier if there are more than 10 races. Gates open at 11:00 am.
All races will be streamed live at the HK Jockey Club Racing Channel.
How Much? There are many ways to experience the races, from General Stand to Private Boxes and
special packages including dinner and drinks. General Stand entrance starts at HK10. You can join this guided experience and learn all about horse racing and betting, Enjoy the HKJC horse races from the 2M roof deck.
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