Free Things To Do: Where To Take The Kids In March

The best wallet-friendly events and activities in town!

With March being Hong Kong’s Art Month, we’re anticipating everything from dance performances to art exhibitions, street parties, illustration fairs and more. It’s a great chance to get in on the action and introduce more art into your little one’s lives – all for free!

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Mums@PLAY Charity Bazaar
Shop for a cause with Mums@PLAY, where proceeds will go towards the Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation. The pop-up bazaar will feature a wide range of “mumtrepreneur” stalls showcasing one-of-a-kind items from different parts of the world. Browse clothes, jewellery, home decor, skin care and more.

When: Friday, 1 March, 11am to 5pm
Where: El Charro, Shop 208, The Arcade, Cyberport, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry to the bazaar – sign up here

Draw HK: Event And Exhibition
Draw HK promotes drawing as an essential life skill, proving that anyone can wield a pencil, regardless of age or ability. Designed to encourage young people to draw, the community art project has reached hundreds of local students and professional artists. Suitable for all ages, head to PMQ this month to show your support! You and the family can also participate in a workshop on Sunday, 10 March, suitable for ages 10 and above.

When: Exhibition – Friday, 1 March to Tuesday, 12 March, 10am to 8pm; Event Day – Sunday, 10 March, 10am to 5pm
Where: PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free admission for both – register online in advance for selected workshops

HKartsFestival@TaiKwun
This two-weekend extravaganza features local and overseas talents. Head to Tai Kwun for site-specific performances, street battles, family and children workshops and screenings. Genres include community, contemporary and urban dance.

When: Saturday, 2 March, Sunday, 3 March, Saturday, 9 March, Sunday and 10 March; 10am to 10pm (check out the programme for exact times)
Where: Various locations in Tai Kwun (Parade Ground, Prison Yard, F Hall Studio at Block 17, Laundry Steps), Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free admission

The Good Life Boutique Pop-Up
Okay, so this may seem more for you than for the kids, but this luxury pop-up is showcasing some beautiful partywear and British shoes for children. Browse products from seven Hong Kong lifestyle brands (all owned by women!), featuring everything from photographic prints, stone jewellery, handmade cotton goods, soy wax candles, homeware and more.

When: Saturday, 2 March to Saturday, 9 March, 10am to 8pm
Where: 11 Mee Lun Street (between Gough Street and Hollywood Road), Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry

Mills International Preschool Open Day
Mills International boasts a bilingual curriculum and a spacious campus. Join in on an educational morning, register for an on-day interview, sign up for English and Mandarin assessment and meet its international teachers. Suitable for children aged 2 years and above.

When: Sunday, 3 March, 10am to 12:30pm
Where: Mills International Preschool, The Spectacle, 8 Cho Yuen Street, Yau Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Free admission – make sure to register here

illusfairHK 2019: Colours Of Life
This month is the perfect time to introduce even more art to your child. Promising to be more than just an ordinary craft market, illusfairHK will be hosting free talks by professional illustrators, along with workshops and live drawing demonstrations. Featuring over 80 participating artists, this is definitely an exhibition we’ve got our eye on.

When: Friday, 8 March, 7pm to 10pm; Saturday, 9 March and Sunday, 10 March, 12pm to 7pm
Where: L1 Gallery & Courtyard, Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry

WISE Start With Sports: Mothers And Daughters Sports Day
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a special Mother-Daughter sports day! This session will feature coaches from HK Giants leading games of handball. Women In Sports Empowered Hong Kong (WISE) uses sports as a tool for women’s empowerment, and to dispel gender stereotypes. It helps to grow life and leadership skills that enable women to thrive and advance their impact in the community.

When: Sunday, 10 March, 9am to 11am
Where: AIA Vitality Park at Hong Kong Observation Wheel, Central Harbourfront (near Central Star Ferry), Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free – register here

Art Block Party: MADE IN HOME KONG
What better way to welcome all the beautiful shows and performances this month than with a street party? To celebrate the “HOME KONG” photography exhibition, Bamboo Scenes, Home Kong and Locofama are partnering up to launch the show with a special weekend art block party with tunes and organic bites by Locofoma and BlackSalt. Book your tickets now!

When: Saturday, 16 March, 2pm to 6pm
Where: 13 Fuk Sau Lane, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry with 100% pay-by-donation proceeds will be donated to local charity ImpactHK (book here)

First Code Academy’s AppJamming Summit 2019
This international design competition for young app developers is a great opportunity for your child to get involved in technology and programming. Head to Tsuen Wan for robot game booths, VR experience as well as coding workshops – suitable for ages 6 to 8 and ages 9 to 11.

When: Sunday, 17 March, 11am to 6pm
Where: Discovery Park, 398 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, New Territories, Hong Kong
How much: Free – register here

Hong Kong Photobook Fair 2019
Spend the last weekend of the month at this photobook fair, where you can browse Hong Kong publications and international artists, including self-published works, innovative zines, and handmade books.

When: Friday, 29 March to Sunday, 31 March
Where: Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: Free admission