City Happenings – Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the best damn cities in the world. Call us biased, but where else can you get direct access to some of the best cultural, athletic and gastronomic experiences from both East and West? Whether you’re visiting town, or are already considered a local, our City Happenings guide will make sure you’re up to date on the coolest and most unique experiences in the city. Check out some of the upcoming events. You’ll soon see, there’s something happening here…
Music & Theatre
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow Hong Kong
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Straight from Melbourne and into Hong Kong, you will be receiving the best of both worlds at this comedy show. The show will feature several Australian and International stars that will make you in awe of their comedic and musical talent. You can even enter a contest (insert link: https://sassymediagroup.typeform.com/to/zffFOT) to win your ticket!
When: 17 July & 21-23 July 2017
Where: Hong Kong Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong
Chinese Opera Festival
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To celebrate this year, the Chinese Opera Festival will be presenting a more mind-blowing performance than they ever have before. This year only, the show will focus on the 20th anniversary of the return of Hong Kong to its motherland and its recognition with the Special Administrative Region (SAR) title. Don’t miss out on this wonderful performance!
When: Until 13 August 2017
Where: Chongqing Chuan Theatre, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Rock Music at Buenos Aires Polo Club
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Starting in July, each Thursday night, the Buenos Aires Polo Club will transform from a deluxe steakhouse to a rock music lounge. People of all ages can come and enjoy the music alongside some of their finest cocktails, for a wonderful night out. Don’t miss the party!
When: 6 July – 24 August 2017 (Every Thursday)
Where: Buenos Aires Polo Club, 7/F LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
Art & Culture
I ♥ Hong Kong Exhibition
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Another ode to the 20th anniversary of the Hong Kong handover, this I ♥ Hong Kong exhibition will feature the most amazing urban street photography of the city’s architecture. It will capture the aesthetics in a colorful and detailed way, that the art work will be moving and inspiring. Get your exclusive look at the collection at PMQ!
When: Until 23 August, 2017
Where: Yellow Korner, 58 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
On Sharks and Humanity
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Created by the Parkview Arts Action, Hong Kong Maritime Museum, and WildAid, this art exhibition offers a look into the role sharks play in the marine ecosystem. It raises awareness about shark finning and promotes conservation tactics, all through the common language of art.
When: Until 30 September, 2017
Where: Central Pier 8, Hong Kong
Composing Stories with Fragments of Time
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Eight artists have come together to create an exhibition to represent the Hong Kong handover. Using a single letter written by an anonymous Hong Kong emigrant many years ago, the artists have crafted personal stories and paintings to represent the life journey of those who lived during that transition period. It is a once and a lifetime viewing!
When: 5 July – 12 August 2017
Where: Karin Weber Gallery, Central, Hong Kong
Food & Dining
Pazzeria Italian Brewery Pirates
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Pazzeria Italian Brewery, the renowned Soho restaurant is offering a full boat day accompanied by free-flowing drinks and food, all for a fixed price of HKD 1288. Come along for a ride to meet new people while dining to the finest charcuterie and Italian dishes you could ever imagine.
When: 22 July 2017
Where: Central Pier, Hong Kong
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Sunday Coffee Sharing: Cupping in Kowloon
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Café Sausalito in Kowloon is offering an exclusive look inside their coffee making process, by offering lessons to teach their famous cupping method. The coffee is roasted to perfection and even given to viewers for a special taste. Don’t miss out!
When: 16 July 2017
Where: 201 Tai Nan Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Sports
Aerial Yoga Beach Workshop
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Calling all yoga aficionados to a few hours of relaxing fun at the beach! For an excursion experience, hike over to Tai Long Wan until you reach the campsite where you will be greeted by the friendliest aerial yoga coaches. Buy your tickets in advance!
.When: 14 July & 21 July 2017
Where: Tai Long Wan, Sai Kung, Hong Kong
Silent Disco Yoga, Dance, & Wine Party
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More of a party than a workout, for one day only The Yoga Room is offering a Silent Disco Yoga, Dance & Wine Party where people will be able to plug into headphones blasting with pumping music whilst completing their Vinyasa flow sequences. After completing the yoga session, there is half an hour of a dance lessons from one of their instructors. All this and wine included in the price? Who wouldn’t want to go.
When: 16 July 2017
Where: The Annex, 173 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong
Free Fitness Boot Camp
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On Sundays, fitness guru Jude Cale will be offering a free fitness boot camp, completely structured for beginners. It is a great opportunity to get a jumpstart into fitness, for no cost at all! The event will feature several celebrity instructors that will surely make you work up a sweat. Don’t forget your towel!
When: 16 July 2017 – 13 August 2017 (Every Sunday)
Where: Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park, 16 Eastern Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong