November is the time to get outdoors and enjoy the pleasant temperatures and clear days without the overwhelming humidity of the summer months.
A light jacket and dressing in layers is probably best as there will be some warm days with temperatures dropping a bit at night.
November is Hong Kong's Wine and Dine Month with Taste Around Town promising to delight foodies for four straight weeks! The fabulous Symphony Under the Stars with the Hong Kong Philharmonic is back at the Central Harbourfront, this is a FREE outdoor concert but you must register!
For motor racing enthusiasts, the Macau Grand Prix is just around the corner. Closer to home, for boat lovers, the Hong Kong International Boat Show is back at Club Marina Cove with some serious boat eye candy!
Be prepared for lots of lions, dragons, drumming, etc. as the Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair has been moved to November!
And for our nature lovers, with cooler temperatures approaching, migratory birds start to flock to the marshes and our wetlands and reserves will be teeming with wildlife soon. Enjoy!
Here's what's up this November:
- Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair
- International Wine and Spirits Fair
- Macau Grand Prix
- Symphony Under The Stars with the Hong Kong Philharmonic
- The New World Harbour Race - formerly the Cross Harbour Race
- Hong Kong International Boat Show
And it's starting to look a lot like Christmas...
- Hong Kong Christmas and Holiday events kick off at the end of the month
- A Disney Christmas - mid-November through early January
Also check-out these popular ongoing events during November:
- 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 are on!
Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair
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? November
Where? Fuk Tsun Street in Kowloon, it is only a 10 minute walk from the Mongkok MTR station.
How Much? Free!
Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair
The largest wine show in Asia, with wines and spirits from over 37 regions being represented. It is mainly a trade show but on the last day it is open to the public.
Fun events like cocktail mixing demonstrations, wine competitions, wine auctions and of course wine tastings.
All about the world of wine for the wine enthusiast!
When?: November
Where?: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Next Door in Macau: The Macau Grand Prix
One weekend of non-stop heart-stopping action, screeching tires, racing engines, checkered flags... and adrenaline overload! Without a doubt this is Macau's most prestigious event in the annual calendar.
The legendary Macau Grand Prix features one of the most challenging circuits in the world and a number of major races, including two events that have FIA World Cup status, the Formula Three Macau Grand Prix and the Macau GT Cup.
When: November
Free practice and qualifying sessions are held on Thursday and Friday, with early warm-up sessions on Saturday followed by 8-lap opening races for all of the headline races.
Where: Guia Circuit, Macau
How much: Grandstands MOP100 (US$13) for Thursday and Friday, MOP400-1000 on Saturday and Sunday (US$52 -$128)
Remember you can get Turbojet and CotaiJet Macau Ferry Discount Tickets from Klook.com:
TurboJet Macau Ferry Discount Tickets are as follows:
Hong Kong Island to/from Macau Harbour:
- Single Trip (weekday, slightly more on weekends): HK175 US$ 22.40
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CotaiJet Macau Ferry Discount Tickets are as follows:
- Single Trip (weekday, slightly more on weekends): HK175 US$ 22.40
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TurboJet Macau Ferry Discount Tickets also available to/from Hong Kong Airport
Symphony Under The Stars with the Hong Kong Philharmonic - a FREE outdoor concert
A night of enchanting music with the Hong Kong Philharmonic in the backdrop of the city's stunning skyline. Come enjoy the gems of classical music for an inspiring, relaxing and magical evening, fireworks and all! This is one of the city's largest outdoor concerts and it's FREE!
Concert lasts around 90 minutes, without intermission.
When: Saturday in November
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space
How much: FREE (Pre-registration is required. Please visit the official website for details.)
The New World Harbour Race - formerly the Cross Harbour Race
Yes, this is a swimming race accross Victoria Harbour! It is one of the most popular events in Hong Kong attracting hundreds of participants and thousands of spectators. Imagine swimming with the towering skyscrapers on both ends, it's certainly a sight!
There are several categories for competitors, from lesiure groups for ages 12 and up to competitive racing groups. Course can be 1 km to 5 km.
When?: November
Where?: Race starts from Wan Chai Golden Bauhinia Square Public Pier to Tsim Sha Tsui Avenue of Stars
How Much?: Spectators Free!
The Hong Kong International Boat Show
More than 30 boats of the latest designs and makes from Italy, France, Britain, Poland, Finland, U.S.A., South Africa, China and Hong Kong will be on display alongside water sports equipment and boating accessories as well as a car show.
Other boating-related services exhibitors include insurance, legal, arbitration, banking, maintenance, catering and boating management.
When?: November
Where?: Club Marina Cove at 380 Hiram's Highway, Sai Kung, Kowloon
How Much?: FREE
Hong Kong Christmas and Holiday Events
Hong Kong Chrismtas and Holiday events sponsored by the Hong Kong Tourism Board kick-off late November/early December and run up until the New Year's Countdown on January 1st.
Highlights of this magical season are the myriad of light installations, interactive displays along the waterfront, and of course, all shopping malls and hotels that go all out with their fabulous arrangements and holiday events.
When?: Mid-November to early January
Where?: Holiday events throughout the territory
A Disney Christmas
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 light-up ceremonies!
When?: Mid-November through January 1st
Where?: Disneyland Hong Kong
How Much?: Christmas events included with admmission ticket
Remember you can buy discount tickets online at Klook.com:
HK Disneyland Discount Tickets Adult HK669 HKD622, Children HK499 HKD475
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
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
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.
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.
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