Cultural Events in Hong Kong
One fantastic way to soak in the local culture is to take part in the cultural festivals. And the photos always turn out so good because of all those colours and decorations ..
Kwan Tai Festival
26 July
At Man Mo Temple, HK Island
Celebrates the Kwan Tai, or the God of War.
Seven Sisters Festival
August 2008
At Lover’s Rock, HK Island
For all single girls and young lovers. Big event with lots of competitions. Young women will also make offerings to the night sky.
Festival of the Hungry Ghosts
August 2008 (annual)
Hong Kong
During this time, spirits of the ‘other world’ are believed to roam the earth. Offerings like food and incense are made.
Mid-Autumn Moon Cake Festival
September 2008
Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, HK Island
See lots of lanterns and eat lots of mooncakes.
Monkey God Festival
September
Sau Mau Ping Temple, Kowloon, HK Island
In honour of the Monkey God. A medium get possessed and climbs a ladder of knives.
Chinese New Year Celebrations in Hong Kong
Jan - Feb 2009
Tsim Sha Tsui
Take part in a parade with colourful floats and dragon dancers .
Spring Lantern Festival (Yuen Siu)
Feb 2009
HK Island
A festival where many locals walk the streets with lanterns during a full moon.
Tin Hau Festival
April 2009
Hong Kong
Tin Hau is the Chinese goddess of the sea. See parades of floats, dancers and multi-colored junks sail the Victoria Bay.
