We’re all about celebrating our fabulous Hong Kong mamas this May!
It’s even better when you can make it a special day out with activities for the kids as well. We’ve got our eye on a lovely sunflower planting activity at K11 MUSEA or a Mother’s Day brunch followed by a Tesla driving experience for the kids at Lee Garden. We’re also trying to get active (before the summer heat sets in!) by signing up for the SENsational Foundation’s Walk For Equality. Why not continue to get your steps up while checking out the latest addition to HKWalls in Sai Kung or on an educational walking tour of the dried seafood markets in the Western District. Time to mark those calendars!
Editor’s Note: The situation in Hong Kong regarding closures and restrictions on opening hours due to the coronavirus is constantly evolving, so please call to check for any changes. Many businesses are taking extra precautions, but please make sure you follow the latest government advice and stay home if you have recently travelled overseas, have interacted with anyone who has been away, or display any symptoms.
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Get back to nature this Mother’s Day and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with your mini-me. Grab your gardening gloves and head over to the K11 MUSEA’s Nature Discovery Park for the Mother’s Day Special: Teatime Sunflower Planting.
During the workshop, you’ll plant and nurture your own potted sunflower (includes the seedling, pot, soil, planting tools and decorations) and enjoy the downtime with a cup of soothing herbal tea at this hidden green oasis. Spaces are limited though so book soon!
When: Saturday, 1 May to Monday, 31 May 2021; 11am to 6pm
Where: Nature Discovery Park, 8F, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Road
How much: $250 per person (includes one admission and one set of sunflower with decorations); $100 per child aged 3 to 12 (if you would like another set of sunflower with decorations, you need to add an additional full price of $250 per person)
Contact: Book online
Time to put on your favourite sneakers, because SENsational Foundation is hosting a walkathon to empower people with disabilities! To support the cause, simply create your own fundraising page, set a target and get walking (either by yourself or with a team). Apart from helping the community, this walkathon is also a great way to get a breath of fresh air and teach kids about those with disabilities. Looking for some extra motivation? Wear something fancy for a chance to win the best-dressed prize!
When: Until Monday, 31 May 2021
Where: Anywhere! We recommend checking out some of the great kid-friendly hiking trails to get your steps up.
How much: By donation
Contact: Register online
It’s no secret that as mamas we’re constantly rushing around Hong Kong’s bustling streets. Once in a while, it’s nice to have a reason to slow down and the annual HK Walls art and mural festival is the perfect excuse! In 2021 artists have taken to seaside Sai Kung and livened up local restaurants and shops all over town. We’re loving the inclusion of the HK Walls Youth Mentorship Programme which has teamed up three talented young artists to learn from some of Hong Kong’s finest.
When: Saturday, 8 to Sunday, 16 May 2021 (although murals are permanent so head up anytime!)
Where: Specific locations in Sai Kung town
How much: Free
Contact: More information
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Calling all budding Hong Kong drivers! Head over to Lee Gardens and combine your family lunch with a driving experience for your kids (aged 3 to 8 years old and 90cm to 135cm tall). We can’t wait to see t little ones get behind the wheel on the outdoor driving course. Just be sure to book your spot as places are limited and allocated on a first come first serve basis.
When: 1pm to 5pm, Saturday, 8 and 15 and Sunday, 9 and 16
Where: Podium Garden, 3/F, Lee Garden Two, Causeway Bay
How much: Spend $500 at Lee Gardens’ restaurants to earn one piggy stamp. Each piggy stamp can be used to book one Tesla Junior Driving Experience (five minutes).
Contact: Lee Gardens
Despite it being largely flavourless, shark fin consumption is still huge in the city. Join the HK Shark Foundation and teach your kids about the consequences of the shark fin trade on this one hour walking tour through the streets of Sheung Wan. Hear about the destruction we’re doing to our oceans through overfishing and, more importantly, what you and your family can do to be a part of the solution.
When: 12pm, Saturday, 15 May 2021
Where: Sai Ying Pun/Sheung Wan
How much: Adults: $100 donation (if you’d like to donate more, contributions over $500 can be given with a tax receipt); Kids: Free
Contact: HK Shark Foundation or WhatsApp: 9095 6652
Featured image courtesy of Hisu lee on Unsplash, image 1 courtesy of, Amina Filkins via Pexels, image 2 courtesy of SENsational Foundation, image 3 courtesy of HKWalls, image 4 courtesy of Lee Gardens, image 5 courtesy of Melvina Mak on Unsplash.
