Holiday Fairs and Christmas Markets in Hong Kong

The best places to pick up gifts and presents, indulge in some mulled wine and sweet treats and get into the seasonal spirit!

Deck the halls with boughs of holly… and get those diaries out, mamas, as we bring you our annual guide to all the holiday fairs and markets around town in the run up to Christmas. We suggest making your list and checking it twice before hitting up any of these so you have an idea of what you’re after for all your friends and family. Happy shopping!

JWA Annual Bazaar

Get started on your holiday shopping early at JWA’s Annual Bazaar. Shop clothes, shoes, hats, backpacks, accessories, toys, house ware and holiday gifts and decorations. Kiddos will have fun playing in the kids zone, and there will be delicious food for the whole family to nosh on. All proceeds from the bazaar will go to charities that support women and children at risk.

When: Sunday, 6 November, 2016, 10am-5pm
Where: Island School, 20 Borrett Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
How much: Children enter for free, adults pay $30 entry fee

Petit Bazaar x Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Foundation Charity Shopping Day

Shop ‘til you drop at Petit Bazaar this holiday season, as 10% of the proceeds will go be going to charity. While you shop, have a bite or two of the delish cakes from The Rose Petal Cakery. Petit Bazaar has great gifts for the little princes and princesses in your life: from your munchkins to nieces and nephews.

When: Thursday, 10 November & Friday, 11 November, 2016
Where: Petit Bazaar, G/F, 80 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Sassy Mama x BaoBae x Nan Fung Place x Stamford American School’s Holiday Marketplace

It’s back, mamas! We are once again partnering with the girls from BaoBae to host our next Mama Marketplace, just in time for all your Christmas shopping! Held at The Annex at Nan Fung Place, expect homeware, fashion, food and fun for the whole family! Click here to find out more.

When: Saturday, 12 November, 2016, 10am-6pm
Where: The Annex, Unit 6, 2/F, Nan Fung Place, 173 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free, but bring some cash to spend at the vendors. The first 100 guests to RSVP and show up to the event will be getting their hands on an overflowing goodie bag!

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

DB’s market is famous, so make sure you hop on a ferry and check out the first instalment over on Lantau. You’ll love the selection of unique gifts available! If you happen to stay for dinner at one of the restos in DB, you’ll enjoy a free ferry ride back to Central! The other two DB markets are on Sunday, 27 November and Sunday, 13 December, 2016.

When: Sunday, 13 November, 2016, 11am-6pm
Where: Discovery Bay Main Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau
How much: Free entry

Holiday Bazaar at The American Club

Southside mamas, ShoppingHongKong returns to The American Club for their annual bazaar. You’ll be able to grab some awesome presents for your loved ones back home or right here in the 852. If you can’t make this one, scroll down to find out about ShoppingHongKong bazaar at Fringe Club in December.

When: Tuesday, 15 November, 2016, 10am-6pm
Where: Vista Ballroom, The American Club, 28 Tai Tam Road, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

City Kids Christmas Fair

That’s right, it’s holiday season, which calls for fun for the whole family! Here you’ll find everything from face-painting, shopping, crafts, and of course, lots of food… Yes, please!

When: Saturday, 19 November, 10.30am-4pm
Where: City Kids, 2nd Floor, East Wing, 12 Borrett Road, Mid Levels, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry! Don’t forget your purses for all of that Christmas shopping.

Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar

Danish pastries are, well, the only kind of pastries to eat, so you’ll definitely want to check out the Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar, which promises to be full of these sweet-smelling delights! Shop from designer brands, buy Danish goodies and sweets, pick up those all-important Christmas decorations and ornaments and enjoy some live music. And the best bit is that all profits go to the Danish Seaman’s Church in Hong Kong.

When: Saturday, 19 November, 2016, 10am-5pm
Where: 3/F, Mariners Club, 11 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $50 entrance fee

Gift and Lifestyle Fair

The first in a series of holiday fairs at the Conrad Hotel, this is the place to shop for all your gifting needs! Pop-up stalls include jewellery, fashion, accessories, gourmet food, homewares and even stuff for kids. Some of our favourite brands will be there too: fashion brand Chicameo, the chocolatiers behind Schoggi Meier, homeware brand Thorn & Burrow, and our friend Turkish Towels among others. Oh, and if you want to stick around the Lobby Lounge at the hotel for lunch or afternoon tea, VIP shoppers get a 15% discount.

When: Monday, 21 November, 2016, 10am-8pm
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

DB’s market is famous, so make sure you hop on a ferry and check out the second instalment over on Lantau. Shop ‘til you drop on all sorts of unique gifts. If you happen to stay for dinner at one of the restos in DB, you’ll enjoy a free ferry ride back to Central! The next DB market is on Sunday, 13 December, 2016.

When: Sunday, 27 November, 2016, 11am-6pm
Where: Discovery Bay Main Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau
How much: Free entry

Pre-Christmas Gift Parade

The Conrad Hotel returns with its second holiday fair this season. Pop-up stalls include jewellery, fashion, accessories, gourmet food, homewares and even stuff for kids. Some of our favourite brands will be there too: Hong Kong-based designer Louella Odie, bags by MIKA ROUGE, stationery and gift items by Lion Rock Press and more. Oh, and if you want to stick around the Lobby Lounge at the hotel for lunch or afternoon tea, VIP shoppers get a 15% discount.

When: Tuesday, 29 November, 2016, 10am-8pm
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Holiday Bazaar at Fringe Club

Shop ‘til you drop at ShoppingHongKong’s annual Fringe Club bazaar. Pick up high quality gifts from local and international vendors… you’ll definitely be able to bag some stocking stuffers here!

When: Thursday, 1 December and Friday, 2 December, 2016, 12pm-7pm
Where: Anita Chan Lai Gallery, G/F, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Christmas Shopping Market & Long Lunch

The Butchers Club Southside Market returns for a special Christmas edition this season. Not only will you get to enjoy an afternoon outdoors nomming on some delicious food, browse the stalls at the market on the 16/F. Pickup cookbooks, kitchenware and Butchers Club-branded aprons as well as booths of Hong Kong-based retailers and designers. Kiddos will be occupied with the arts and crafts session.

When: Saturday, 3 December, 2016, 12pm-4pm
Where: The Butchers Club Deli, 16-17/F, Shui Ki Industrial Building, 18 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
How much: Kids aged 4 and up are $250, adult tickets are $250 with the option to add $200 for free-flow wine, beer and soft drinks. Buy your tickets here.

IL Mercatino – Italian Day at Sandy Bay

Following on from their incredible success last year (raising over 1 million HKD in one day!), The Italian Day at Sandy Bay is back for 2016 with an amazing range of Italian food, fashion and so much more. Organised by The Italian Women’s Association, be sure to expect a day filled with fun, laughter and of course, shopping! With 100% of the profit going to charity, it’s not one to be missed.

When: Saturday, 3 December, 1oam – 5pm
Where: The Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital at Sandy Bay, 12 Sandy Bay Road, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
How much: $20 entrance fee

Hullett House Christmas Market

This Nordic-themed Christmas market returns to TST for its fifth year running. Indulge in some gourmet food and drinks, festive decorations, handmade accessories, fashion and apparel and of course, the best of live music. It’s definitely time to deck the halls…

When: Friday, 2 December, 5-11pm, Saturday, 3 December, 12 noon – 11pm, Sunday, 4 December, 2016, 12 noon – 9pm
Where: 50 Pigeons Courtyard, Hullett House, 1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Island Five-0 Arts Festival

Island School’s traditional Winter Fair takes on a new form this year to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Celebrate with the alumni, staff and students at the Arts Festival, and take in musical performances, art exhibitions, film screenings and lots more theatre. Indulge your inner thespian while noshing on the international food on offer.

When: Saturday, 3 December, 2016, 3-10pm
Where: Island School, 20 Borrett Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
How much: $20 entry fee at the door

St Stephen’s Chapel Christmas Fete

A traditional English fete awaits you at St. Stephen’s College, in aid of the charities its sister chapel supports. Join in for bouncy castles, games, stalls, food, shopping and more. The highlight is definitely the Chinese lion dancers. Santa arrives by helicopter at 12.30pm, so make sure you’re there to witness the spectacle!

When: Saturday, 3 December, 2016, 11am-4.30pm
Where: St. Stephen’s College Sports Ground, Wong Ma Kok Road, Stanley, Hong Kong
How much: Adult tickets are $20 and children get free entry.

Sai Kung Sunday Christmas Market

Come along to Sai Kung Sunday Market from 11am-5pm on Sunday, 4 December and join the party! It’s a great family fun day out with artisanal food and crafts, organic and handmade products, jewellery, wine, accessories, children’s clothing and more! It’s indoors as well, so it doesn’t matter what the weather is doing.

When: Sunday, 4 December, 11am-5pm
Where: Hong Kong Academy, 33 Wai Man Road, Sai Kung, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry

WIFA Annual Holiday Bazaar

Women in Finance Asia (WIFA) hosts their fourth annual shopping bazaar. Pick up products from home-grown local artisans and designers while enjoying some delicious treats. Oh, there’s also a lucky draw, so make sure you stick around and enter! This holiday fair is in aid of Free to Run, an organisation that uses the power of sports to help women and girls overcome the harmful effects of conflict and discrimination.

When: Wednesday, 7 December, 2016, 6.30pm-9pm
Where: Clifford Chance, 27/F, Jardine House, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Christmas Showcase

The third of the Christmas fairs at Conrad Hotel, head over for all your shopping! Pop-up stalls include jewellery, fashion, accessories, gourmet food, homewares and even stuff for kids. Some of our favourite brands will be there too: dainty stationery and gifts from kikki.K, fancy jewellery from Palavi, beach and leisure brand Makaron and more. Oh, and if you want to stick around the Lobby Lounge at the hotel for lunch or afternoon tea, VIP shoppers get a 15% discount.

When: Thursday, 8 December, 2016, 10am-8pm
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Italian Christmas Market 2016

Treat yo’self to some fine Italian wines, cheeses and cold cuts at the Italian Christmas Market over at PMQ. For two days, you’ll get to browse and shop accessories and clothes to find the perfect gift for your BFF… or even one for yourself! See you there.

When: Saturday, 10 December & Sunday, 11 December, 2016, 12pm-7pm
Where: PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

DB’s market is famous, so make sure you hop on a ferry and check out the final instalment over on Lantau. It’s your last chance to pick up a selection of unique gifts. If you happen to stay for dinner at one of the restos in DB, you’ll enjoy a free ferry ride back to Central!

When: Sunday, 11 December, 2016, 11am-6pm
Where: Discovery Bay Main Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau
How much: Free entry

Wellness 360 Festive Fair

Wellness 360 is back! This time, the organisers have partnered with Lee Garden Association, Hysan Development and GuavaPass for a holiday fair with a twist: the Christmas market will present ways you can live a healthy life even during this period of indulgence. Join in and be entertained, as there will be live dance and fitness performances. There will also be workout sessions available throughout the day so you can make a head start on those New Year resolutions.

When: Sunday, 11 December, 2016, 10am-7pm
Where: Lee Garden One, Driveway, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry

Christmas Gift Festival

This is the place to be for all your shopping needs… and this is the last one in the series, so make sure you swing by. Pop-up stalls include jewellery, fashion, accessories, gourmet food, homewares and even stuff for kids. Some of our favourite brands will be there too: lush leather handbags from Ril Creed, beer from Crafted 852, semi-precious jewellery from Sadivas Jewels and more. Oh, and if you want to stick around the Lobby Lounge at the hotel for lunch or afternoon tea, VIP shoppers get a 15% discount.

When: Wednesday, 14 December, 2016, 10am-8pm
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!