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Hong Kong Festivals and Events
December 2012
Here are the top Hong Kong Festivals and events for December 2012.
The WinterFest celebrations are in full swing now in Hong Kong with Christmas just around the corner, the lights, decorations,
and smells of the season are permeating every corner of the land. Santas, caroling angels, snow flurries, glittering stars, all come
together to get you in the mood of the holiday.
- Hong Kong WinterFest - November 23, 2012 to January 1, 2013
- Sting: Back to Bass Tour 2012 - December 2, 2012 - 8:00 pm
- Elton John and Band - 40th Anniversary of the Rocket Man - December 4, 2012 - 8:00 pm
- Hong Kong International Races (Horse Racing) - December 9, 2012
- The Nutcracker by the Hong Kong Ballet - December 14 to 28, 2012
- Disneyland Sparkling Christmas - November 15, 2012 - January 1, 2013
- Ocean Park Hong Kong Christmas Sensation - December 15, 2012 - January 1, 2013
- Starlight Garden at New Town Plaza - November 2, 2012 - January 1, 2013
And to wrap it all up:
- New Year's Eve Countdown Midnight December 31, 2012
Also check-out these popular ongoing events during December 2012:
- Free cultural exhibitions: Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Feng Shui
- The Symphony of Lights, Hong Kong's light and sound show
- Victoria Harbour Cruises
- It's race time! The Horse Races at Happy Valley are on!
Hong Kong WinterFest - November 23, 2012 to January 1, 2013
Hong Kong WinterFest is the series of events sponsored by the Hong Kong Tourism Board which kick-off in Mid-November and run up until the New Year's Countdown on January 1st.
One of the highlights is The Christmas Tree in Central's Statue Square, which becomes the season's icon. This year's theme "Love Christmas Love Hong Kong" sponsored
by Tiffany & Co. will feature its signature Christmas Tree and Carousel.
When?: November 23, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Where?: Central's Statue Square
How Much?: Free
More details here
Sting: Back to Bass Tour 2012 - December 2, 2012
Following the critical and popular success of Sting's 2011-2012 world tour, Live Nation and Lushington Entertainments are pleased to announce that the Back to Bass tour will continue this fall, with Sting performing many of his greatest hits, stripped down, with a 5-piece band.
"Sting is constantly evolving... and whatever he does is magic."
- Augsburger Allgemeine (February 29, 2012)
When?: December 2, 2012 - 8:00 pm
Where?: HK Convention and Exhibition Centre - Hall 5BC (Expo Drive Entrance)
How Much?: HK 488 - HK 1388
More information and tickets at www.hkticketing.com.
Elton John and Band - 40th Anniversary of the Rocket Man - December 4, 2012
Music icon, singer, songwriter, pianist and composer Elton John returns to Hong Kong this winter to celebrate 40 years since his top hit Rocket Man was launched.
Elton John's monumental career has spanned more than five decades. One of the top-selling solo artists of all time, Elton has 35 gold and
25 platinum albums
under his belt as well as 29 consecutive US Top 40 hits.
When?: December 4, 2012 - 8:00 pm
Where?: HK Convention and Exhibition Centre - Hall 5BC (Expo Drive Entrance)
How Much?: HK 488 - HK 1888
More information and tickets at www.hkticketing.com.
Longines Hong Kong International Races - December 9, 2012
Longines is the tittle sponsor and official timekeeper of the biggest and most anticipated meeting in Hong Kong's horse racing calendar.
Without a doubt a thrilling day not to be missed for horse-racing enthusiasts as the four international G1 Races share in the stupendous
HK72 million purse:
the Hong Kong Cup, Hong Kong Mile, Hong Kong Vase, and Hong Kong Sprint.
When?: December 9, 2012 - 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Where?: Sha Tin Race Course
How Much?: General Admission at Public Enclosure HK10 or Members' Enclosure with Tourist Badge HK150 (must bring passport)
More Info: Hong Kong International Races
Hong Kong Ballet: The Nutcraker- December 14-28, 2012
Christmas just isn't Christmas without The Nutcracker and a visit with Clara and her Prince, the Sugarplum Fairy, King Rat, the Snowflakes and all the fascinating characters from this favourite of childhood classic holiday entertainment.
The brand-new production, with an entirely fresh look and feel, will be accompanied by Tchaikovsky's magical score, performed live by the Hong Kong Sinfonietta under the baton of Judith Yan.
When?: December 14-28 2012
- 14-16, 22-24.12.2012 - 7:30pm
- 15-16, 22-23, 25-26.12.2012 - 2:30pm
- 20-21.12.2012 - 7:30pm
Where?: Hong Kong Cultural Centre - Grand Theatre
How Much?: HK 120 - HK 1000
More information and tickets at The Hong Kong Ballet.
Hong Kong Disneyland Sparkling Christmas - November 15, 2012 to January 1, 2013
Parades, Carols, Christmas Trees...The entire park is transformed into a wonderland full of the holiday cheer, shiny ornaments, dazzling lights, fluffy snow, bows, balls and garlands, holiday wreaths... all decorate every corner of this magical world and make it even merrier...
You don't want to miss the magnificent Christmas Tree, the parties, the parades, and of course
the fireworks.
When?: November 15, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Where?: Disneyland Hong Kong
How Much?: Included with Admission Ticket
More info:Disneyland Hong Kong Sparkling Christmas.
Ocean Park Hong Kong Christmas Sensation - December 15, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Lots happening at Ocean Park during the holiday season:
- The Christmas Light Show at Aqua City's Lagoon
- Nutcracker Christmas City
- The 40-foot tree and nightly lighting ceremony
- Santa's Elf Factory and Christmas Hideaway
- DIY Christmas Cakes...
- Christmas Menus, snacks, cakes and tons of souvenirs to highlight the season
When?: December 15, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Where?: Ocean Park Hong Kong
How Much?: Included with Admission Ticket
Star Light Garden at New Town Plaza - November 2, 2012 to January 1st, 2013
Star Light Gardens is a stunning coreography and one-of-a-kind surreal show with hundreds of thousands of shimmering LED lights.
When?: November 2, 2012 to January 1, 2013 - 6:00pm-10:00pm Extended to 11pm on weekends and from December 14, 2012.
Where?: New Town Plaza Shopping Centre, 18-19 Sha Tin Centre Street, Outdoor Gardens on Level 7, Sha Tin, New Territories.
How Much?: Free
Hong Kong's New Year's Countdown - Midnight December 31, 2012
Wave goodbye to 2012 and welcome the new year with a bang! Hong Kong's New Year's Countdown to 2013 promises to be the biggest ever.
This year's limelight will be on the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The fireworks display will last eight minutes, the longest in the history of the event and will be launched from both the skyscrapers and the harbour barges,
so the scope and range of view will be much larger than in previous years. But still, choosing a place to view will be important.
When? Midnight December 31, 2012
Where? Many vantage points, preferably where you have the Convention Centre in view.
How Much? Free!
Ongoing Hong Kong Events for December, 2012
These are some popular ongoing events that are worth checking out, specially since they are FREE!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 aboout 15 minutes.
When?: Every Night
Where?: Can be seen from both sides of Victoria Harbour
How Much? Free
Click here for more on Hong Kong's Symphony of Lights and best spots to watch.
The Happy Valley Horse Races
Happy Valley 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 a world-class venue.
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?: Wednesday Nights. 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.
Where?: Happy Valley Race Course
How Much? Depends, 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.
Click here for more on Happy Valley Horse Racing, how to get there and options for viewing the races.
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