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The best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend (June 6-8)

Here's how you can make the most of your days off

Jenny Leung
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Looking to make your weekend worthwhile? You've come to the right place. Whether you want to catch some live music, check out a new art exhibit, or just find a casual spot to relax with friends, there's plenty to choose from.

To make the most of your days off, head to the immersive Kowloon Walled City exhibition featuring incredibly detailed movie sets from Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, or make yourself feel like a giant at a miniature exhibition depicting life in Hong Kong. And definitely don't miss the 2025 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races happening at Tsim Sha Tsui this weekend – there'll be food and beer.

Come rain or shine, day or night, here's everything you need to plan the perfect weekend. 

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Things to do in Hong Kong this weekend

  • Things to do
  • Hong Kong

The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races are back on June 7 and 8! Races start from 8am on both days along the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, or you can catch live broadcasts of the races at the Urban Centenary Garden.

There's also a Dragon Boat Food Lane at the Avenue of Stars offering various themed bites and refreshing summer drinks. Ocean Park Hong Kong's adorable Panda Friends will also be making an appearance by the waterfront, along with a special pop-up store with a selection of panda-themed merchandise. 

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  • Circuses
  • Central
  • Recommended

Catch the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil under the Big Top by the Central Harbourfront! Expect to see high-flying acrobatics, whimsical characters, lavish costumes, and powerful music. This new Kooza production also includes a solo aerial silk performance, a repertoire of Icarian games, and a high-octane diabolo act with a triple world champion – all never seen before in Hong Kong. 

  • Things to do

See what life was like in the legendary Kowloon Walled City and step inside this immersive 'real life' movie set exhibition! Featuring meticulously recreated shops and scenes from the award-winning film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the exhibition will take you back into the 1980s inside the famous Walled City to explore everything from the local cafe to the neighbourhood dental clinic.

Check out our guide for everything you need to know about the exhibition, from dates and opening hours to highlights not to be missed.

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  • Central

As part of LMO Freshly Baked's Tastemaker series, Asia's Best Bar(2024) Bar Leone is stepping in for the month of June with three exclusive dishes that bring a taste of Roman flair to the menu. Approachable, playful, yet refined, the time-limited menu includes a spinach ricotta pie (vegetarian option), Italian chicken salad with Bar Leone's famous smoked olives, and the tramezzini tonno e pomodoro sandwich.

For every item sold, $10 will be donated to registered charity Mindset to raise awareness and support mental health initiatives as well as community care in Hong Kong.

  • Things to do
  • Causeway Bay

To celebrate the ongoing football frenzy in the city, Times Square is collaborating with Supremem FC to host the 'Matchlegacy: Shirts that defined the game' exhibition from now until June 15. Footie fans will have a ball checking out the range of match-worn shirts and gear from renowned Manchester United players. Additionally, a limited-time pop-up store will be offering various exclusive items signed by current Manchester United players. Stock is very limited though, so act fast!

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  • Things to do
  • Exhibitions
  • Kowloon City
  • Recommended

From now to July 13, Airside is hosting The World of ASMR exhibition in collaboration with London’s Design Museum. Over 40 works by contemporary artists, ASMRtists, and designers are on display, presenting an immersive experience that delivers all the tingly feelings you get when hearing crackles and pops. Perch yourself on the giant wavy, sculptured pillows to watch and listen to various ASMR-related videos. There’s even an entire room dedicated to Bob Ross! Tickets to this exhibition at Gate33 Gallery cost $30.

  • Admiralty

From now to June 30, Nonfiction collaborates with Salisterra to present an exclusive afternoon tea experience that combines the brand’s refined aesthetics with exquisite culinary creations. This thoughtfully curated tea set invites guests on a sensory journey inspired by summertime moments and Nonfiction's citrus collection. The menu brings vibrant citrus notes to life through delicately crafted treats like the bergamot & honey tart, grapefruit pâte de fruit, and yuzu chocolate ganache with brown sugar shortbread – each showcasing the complexities of citrus paired with natural ingredients and aromatic flavours.

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  • Things to do
  • Admiralty

To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Dongjiang Water Supply to Hong Kong, a large-scale exhibition has been set up at Tamar Park and the Central and Western District Promenade (Central Section) from now to June 13. Created by internationally acclaimed artist Simon Ma, the exhibition features hundreds of inflated transparent 'water droplets' – with two giant water drop sculptures at heights of 28.8m and 18.8m respectively – to symbolise inclusion and vitality.

Please note that advance online booking is required. Each person is allowed to book no more than one session (lasting 20 minutes) at a maximum of five quotas each day. 

  • Art
  • The Peak
  • Recommended

The Joyful Miniature Association (JMA) is presenting incredibly detailed dioramas of life in Hong Kong, including seven brand-new miniatures that have never been seen before. Peek into painstaking recreations of Sunday dim sum at Maxim’s Palace in City Hall, chaotic nightlife along Lan Kwai Fong, a moving model of the fifth generation of the Peak Tram funicular railway – and look out for the new dioramas like the legendary old Kowloon Walled City, aquatic animals on sale at one of the many shops along Goldfish Street, the cable car at Ngong Ping 360, and more.

These miniature displays will be on show at The Peak Tower from April 25 to June 23 – JMA’s longest exhibition in the city.

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  • Things to do
  • Kowloon City

Hong Kong's first large-scale Crayon Shinchan interactive exhibition has landed in Kai Tak Sports Park from now to August 31. Spanning over 10,000 square feet, this playful experience lets you join Shinchan and the 'Kasukabe Defence Force' on a thrilling time-travelling rescue mission. The exhibition features nine immersive zones, including recreations of Shinchan's living room, a UFO spaceship, a futuristic city, and a ninja village. Visitors can enjoy interactive games, AR missions, and plenty of photo opportunities with 3D characters.

There's also a special museum section showcasing 35 years of Crayon Shinchan history, complete with original artwork and movie memorabilia. After the adventure, be sure to stop by the pop-up shop to browse over 200 themed merchandise items or grab a snack at the themed food stall. Tickets start at $108 and are available on INCUTix, K11 Experience, and KKday.

  • Things to do
  • Tsim Sha Tsui

Teaming up with Disney Hong Kong before the live-action movie Lilo and Stitch hits Hong Kong cinemas, Harbour City presents 'Stitch Arrives!!!', the biggest ever Stitch event in Hong Kong. Visitors will be transported to the monster's favourite Hawaiian beach, complete with five adorable photo spots and eight stamping stations throughout the mall.

Strike a pose with Stitch at the Ocean Terminal Forecourt, or head up to the Ocean Terminal Deck to take pics with the seven-metre-tall Wisher Stitch against the beautiful Victoria Harbour. Fans can also take their pick from over 800 types of merch and snacks at the Stitch-themed pop-up store in the Main Concourse. Meanwhile, the little ones can unleash their creativity at the Ohana Craft Club (Ocean Terminal Atrium), where they can take part in Hawaiian-themed DIY workshops and activities – Stitch will even make a special appearance on Mother's Day for meet-and-greet sessions!  All proceeds from the event will be donated to Make-A-Wish Hong Kong after deducting costs.

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  • Art
  • Digital and interactive
  • Recommended

The ‘Van Gogh Alive’ immersive art experience has travelled to over 100 cities around the world, and it’s returning to our shores on March 10. This exhibition stimulates the senses of sight, sound, and smell to fully bring visitors into Post-Impressionist master Vincent van Gogh’s artistic journey. 

3,000 paintings and images including famous Van Gogh classics like ‘Sunflowers’, ‘Starry Night’, and ‘Wheatfield with Crows’ are waiting to be experienced in an elevated way, with approximately 30 giant screens working together to project, break down, and enhance the paintings. Projected simultaneously across walls, columns, and floors, visitors can feel like they’re actually wandering through the world created through his bold brush strokes.

Apart from a redesigned layout that utilises more of the exhibition space than when the exhibition came to Hong Kong in 2019, this return also presents something new in the debut of ‘AI Van Gogh’; the technology brings the artist back to life and generates paintings in the Impressionist style for visitors to walk into. Classical music from Schubert and Bach will enhance the enjoyment of the artwork, while special scents are also used to heighten the immersive experience, evoking florals when viewing ‘Sunflowers’ or a fresh breeze in ‘Starry Night’.

Early-bird tickets are available until February 27 for $160. Thereafter, the standard price will be $190, with concessions available. Note that tickets to ‘Van Gogh Alive’ do not include entry to the AI experience section, which needs to be purchased separately on-site.

  • Art
  • Sculpture
  • Wan Chai

Local artist Chang (formerly referred to as Ernest Chang) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his gallery, The Stallery, with an exhibition exploring the conflicts between time, technology, and life. Chinese scholar’s rocks are typically prized for their natural resemblance to things – ‘Artifice’ overlays the heresy of modern-day symbols onto the purity of natural rock forms, and asks if this strips away its artistic value. To match these rocks, the gallery has been transformed into a Zen garden with pebbles on the floor, artificial grass, and even a traditional Chinese bridge. This exhibition is running until August 31.

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  • Things to do
  • Festivals
  • Hong Kong

The second edition of the Chinese Culture Festival (CCF) returns to Hong Kong this summer with over 280 performing arts programmes, film screenings, exhibitions, and other events. 

Running from April 16 through to September 28, keep an eye on the schedule of upcoming CCF performances and events here. Tickets will open for sale from April 15, and prices will differ depending on the specific events, but there will be a limited-time discount of up to 30-percent off until April 30.

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