What’s on your weekend agenda, Mama? These are the family events, kid’s activities, concerts and more that are happening all over Hong Kong from Friday, 26 April to Sunday, 28 April 2024.
There are so many things to do and places to visit with the kids this weekend, from nature walks to ice hockey tournaments and more. Bookmark this page and get planning now.
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Things to do with kids in Hong Kong this weekend: Our pick of current weekend events, activities and promotions
HSBC Life Creative Competition For Kids And Teens – Create art for mental health
Got an artsy child? HSBC Life has partnered with local illustrator Dustykid to launch a creative competition titled “Sketch Your Promises, Stack Your Happiness” to promote the importance of mental well-being in kids and teens. The competition encourages your children to express their feelings using art. The winning entries will be compiled into a storybook and publicly displayed in the lobby of the HSBC Main Building. Plus, the top 10 winners from each age group will receive a book voucher prize.
When: Submit your application from now until 12pm on Friday, 31 May 2024
Registration: Registration form can be collected at designated HSBC branches or downloaded from the HSBC Life competition website. You’ll need to submit the form and your artwork together for it to count as a successful application.
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Sai Kung Mystery Night Adventure
Have a nature-loving adventure seeker in the family? Organised by Encompass HK, explore a variety of habitats including orchards, farmlands, ponds and forests carefully led by experts. If your family is lucky, you may even spot rare species and Hong Kong’s smallest amphibian! The path is suitable for beginners; just be sure to wear proper hiking shoes and bring enough water, a headlamp and insect repellent.
When: Saturday, 27 April, 7pm to 10pm
Where: Tsiu Hang Special Area, Sai Kung, New Territories – meet up at Choi Hung MTR Exit C and then take a van to venue.
How much: $330 for adults and $250 for children under 8
Booking: Eventbrite
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Mega Ice Hockey 5’s – Catch the ice hockey action for free!
Asia’s biggest ice hockey competition with over 80 teams battling it out in youth (April 21–27) and adult (April 29–May 4) divisions at the 2024 Mega Ice Hockey 5’s! What’s even better? You can enjoy all the action for free!
When: From Saturday, 20 April to 4 May 2024; view the details here.
Where: Mega Ice, L10 Mega Box, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong
How much: Free admission
Booking: Mega Ice
“Monsters in the Universe” – Too cute to spook installation at AIRSIDE
Head to Airside at Kai Tak to see five-metre-tall inflatables of characters from American artist Anchorball (Ken Kelleher). Have a go at getting monster plush toys with the claw machine, snap some wacky family selfies and don’t forget to head to Honbo for monster burgers!
When: From now until Sunday, 5 May 2024
Where: G/F and 2/F, Airside, Kai Tak, Hong Kong
How much: $20 for the claw machine and weird selfie booth
Kids’ Self-Driving Experience – A weekend activity for children from 2 to 11 years
Speaking of car enthusiasts, this is a must-do for all kids. Head to the largest outdoor electric car park in Hong Kong and sit back and relax while your children drive all sorts of vehicles (under staff supervision, of course!). After playing and riding, children can also participate in a S.T.E.A.M. workshop and take home their creations.
When: Fridays to Sundays, Public Holidays, 1:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Lung King Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: $220 (90-minute package for riding on four vehicles, plus participating in a workshop)
Booking: Klook
Things to do with kids in Hong Kong on weekends: Ongoing weekend events, activities and promotions
Ville d’amour de Panda Workshops and Exhibition
The Ville d’amour de Panda exhibition and workshops bring together art and sports, showcasing popular French sports to Hong Kongers. Conducted in English, Chinese and French, kiddos will unleash their creativity by drawing on eco-friendly panda-shaped installations inspired by the Paris Olympics and tackle cool 3D puzzles of fleur-de-lis.
When: The workshop will be held on Monday, 20 May 2024 and the Exhibition will be held on Sunday, 9 June 2024 from 12pm to 7pm
Where: Jockey Club Lei Yue Mun Plus, 45 Hoi Pong Road Central, Lei Yue Mun, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Free
Booking: Register Here
The Floating Book Fair Ship
A floating book fair? You read that right! A non-profit based in Germany, GBA Ships’ Doulos Hope will dock in Hong Kong for the first time, housing over 2,000 books and souvenirs at affordable prices. What adds to the unique experience is you’ll be greeted by 100 volunteers onboard from over 25 countries, whom you can interact with at various spots on the ship.
When: Saturday, 4 May to Sunday, 26 May – open every Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays)
Where: Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $20 entrance
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Mums@Play Mother’s Day Market
We love a good market, and one that centres around Mother’s Day is perfect for the family. Expect to find handcrafted gems, plenty of kids’ activities, unmissable food vendors and get connected to mumpreneurs! There will also be mini-workshops, face painting, photo booths and interactive games for the whole family, as well as limited goodie bags! Proceeds from tickets will go towards the SENsational Foundation.
When: Sunday, 5 May; 11am to 5pm
Where: the Hive Sheung Wan, 33-35 Hillier Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: $20 for adults; $10 for children under 13; free for kids under 3
Booking: Eventbrite
Kick Off The Fireworks And Drone Show
If you’ve been thinking ahead, you’ll know we have quite a few public holidays coming in May. Kick off the first monthly fireworks extravaganza on Wednesday, 1 May at 8pm and then also mark your calendars for the first pyrotechnic and drone show scheduled for Saturday, 11 May, also at 8pm.
When: Wednesday, 1 May at 8pm (fireworks) and Saturday, 11 May at 8pm (drone show)
Where: Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade (fireworks) and Wan Chai Temporary Promenade (drone show)
How much: Free
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Bebefin Live On Stage – Live interactive show for little learners
If you’re looking for a special way to celebrate Mother’s Day, this might be it! Book your spot for this fun-filled musical nursery adventure featuring kids’ sing-alongs and dances as you enter 20-month-old Bebefin’s world.
When: Sunday, 12 May 2024; 11am or 2:30pm
Where: Star Hall, Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Starting from $280
Booking: HK Ticketing
Easter Egg-Venture At Water World Ocean Park – Plus special ticket promotion
Visit Water World Ocean Park this weekend and let your kids dive into water to hunt for Easter eggs. Besides the festivities, parents will love the special pre-summer ticket prices (look at the various packages on offer)!
When: On until Sunday, 19 May 2024
Where: Water World Ocean Park, 180 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
Contact: Water World Ocean Park
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Summerfest@Wan Chai – Mazes, food stalls, entertainment and more
We’re so pleased that these harbourfront mazes at Wan Chai will now be on display till mid-July. Take your kids for this immersive, educative and free weekend activity. Hop over to the Summerfest@Wan Chai and enjoy the food stalls, kids activities, live entertainment and more.
When: On until Wednesday, 3 July 2024
Where: Wan Chai Harbourfront Event Space
How Much: Free
Contact: Wan Chai Harbourfront Event Space
teamLab: Continuous At Art@Harbour 2024 – Fascinating waterfront art display
Have you spotted the giant egg-shaped structures near the Central and Western District Promenade? This spectacular exhibit is part of Art@Harbour 2024 and is created in collaboration with the renowned artist collective TeamLab.
When: On now until Sunday, 2 June 2024
Where: Tamar Park and the Central and Western District Promenade (Central Section)
How much: Free
Contact: teamLab
Harry Potter Exhibition In Macau – Ideal for a long weekend
We love going to Macau and it’s always on our minds when we get a long weekend like this one. The Harry Potter exhibition is just one more of the attractions for families with Potterhead kids! Explore behind-the-scenes moments and interactive storytelling as you enter Hogwarts — don’t forget your robes and wands!
When: Open daily from 11am to 7pm (last entry 6:15pm)
Where: The Londoner® Macao
How Much: From $168 for a child and from $218 for an adult
Booking: Cotai Ticketing
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Visit Croc Land at Ocean Park
If you haven’t seen Passion (the hybrid Siamese-Cuban crocodile that we helped name!) yet, make your way to Ocean Park this weekend. Admission will be free in an attempt to raise conservation awareness among the public.
When: Every day during park opening hours
Where: Croco Land, at the Hong Kong Ocean Park entrance
How Much: Free
Ngong Ping’s Chocolate Museum
The Art of Chocolate Hong Kong at Ngong Ping has 388 chocolate models to recreate a wet market, a mahjong game, an afternoon tea room and more! Families can also take part in chocolate workshops and sample 10 different types of raw chocolates.
When: Open daily; 12pm to 6pm on weekdays and 11am to 6pm on weekends
Where: Shop 12, Ngong Ping Village, Ngong Ping, Lantau, Hong Kong
How Much: Starting from $88 per adult and $58 per child (ages 3 to 12)
Booking: Klook
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Plan ahead: Best upcoming weekend events, activities and promotions for kids and families in Hong Kong
My Little Pony: The Crown of Friendship
The little ones will barely be able to contain their excitement when they see life-size ponies take on the stage – the ‘Crown of Friendship’ centres on “Friendship and Magic” and features all six beloved ponies. The show promises to be both enlightening and entertaining with plenty of heartwarming moments!
When: Friday, 31 May (7pm) and Saturday, 1 June (11am and 3pm)
Where: Rita Tong Liu Drama Theatre, HKAPA, 1 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: From $280 and up to $480
Booking: Cityline
Naked Flowers Exhibition
Make a weekend trip to Tsim Sha Tsui to see the Naked Flowers exhibition. Brought to Hong Kong for the first time by a well-known Japanese light and shadow creative company, this huge exhibition (over 4,000 square feet!) promises an immersive, multi-sensory journey with flowers as the theme (sight, hearing, touch, smell, and even taste!). It will be a fascinating experience for your children.
When: Saturday, 27 April to Sunday, 27 October, 2024
Where: 1881 Heritage G17B and Basement, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $150 (adults), $120 (kids from 3 to 11 years), kids under 3 go free
Booking: Naked FlowersHK
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The International Tour of Sound of Music
Celebrate 65 years of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic, The Sound of Music. The musical produced by Broadway International Group will make its Hong Kong Premiere on Tuesday, 16 April 2024. This heartwarming and fun story set in the backdrop of World War II is a fabulous way to introduce kids to history, while having them sing along to Do Re Mi.
When: Tuesday, 16 April to Sunday, 9 June 2024
Where: Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong
How much: $588 to $1,188
Booking: www.soundofmusichk.com
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Retykle Spring Pop-Up
Want to dress your child up in designer labels but don’t want to pay top dollar? Head to the Retykle spring pop-up in Central and grab yourself a steal!
When: Monday, 22 April to Tuesday, 21 May 2024, 10am to 7pm
Where: 52 – 60 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong
Vincent Van Gogh at the Clock Tower
This is a weekend event to mark in your diaries! When the Clock Tower at TST chimes every hour, onlookers will be delighted to see it bathed in the colours of Vincent Van Gogh. This specially created art installation by Spanish artist Vritis of Visura Studio will featured Van Gogh’s iconic art and an original music piece by First Initiative Foundation’s (FIF’s) artists in support, Leon Ko and Chiu Tsang Hei.
When: Sunday, 28 April to 31 May, 2024
Where: Clock Tower, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Hong Kong
How much: Free
Family Day at M+
Every month, towards the second half M+ conducts events for families and children. This month, the focus is on getting families to design their own pinhole cameras. It’s a great way to teach young children the principles of light and physics.
When: Sunday, 28 April 2024 (workshop in English)
Where: M+ Museum, Hong Kong
How much: $300 (one child + 2 adults)
Booking: M+
Sai Kung Mystery Night Adventure
Try something new and exciting this month. Explore a quiet and hidden area in Sai Kung with Encompass’ expert nature guide and discover some unique species of animals. This night walk is for children above 3 years and will cover various habitats, including orchard, farmland, pond and forest.
When: Saturday, 27 April 2024; 7pm to 10pm
Where: Tsiu Hang Special Area, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong
How much: From $250
Booking: Eventbrite
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School of Rock Musical
Fans of this Jack Black movie who laughed and sang out loud with the reel version will definitely love this stage version of it! Follow the adventures of failed rock star who turns teacher and gets his students to unleash their inner rock demons. Andrew Lloyd Webber has composed 14 new songs for the show, which also features all the popular, original songs from the movie.
When: Tuesday, 28 May to 16 June 2024
Where: HKAPA
How much: From $488
Booking: Cityline
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Editor’s Note: This post was most recently updated by Fashila Kanakka. With thanks to Anita Balagopalan and Najuka Redkar for her contribution.