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Hello Reader Looks like another rainy weekend in HK again, just pray it's not a T8 again! And btw, definitely scroll to the bottom of this email for a VERY exciting giveaway! 1. Olympian City 2: Jumptopia Racing Crew Training BaseHong Kong's first racing-themed inflatable park! Kids race down a 6.5m dual-lane slide, tackle the Tire Pit Obstacle Course and Mini Formula Velocity Tunnel, then suit up for a Hong Kong-exclusive car wash zone where they can doodle their dream ride and scrub it clean with spray guns and sponges. Its in a mall ie rain or shine, this is a GO GO GO!
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2. Elements, Kowloon: HK Kids International Film FestivalA judgment-free cinema zone for families! Catch "Papaya" and other kid-friendly international films from Sweden, France & Brazil at Premiere Elements. Saturday and Sunday screenings available β nice air-con escape if the heat's (or rain!) is too much.
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3. Central: Hong Kong Observation Wheel β Rethink Summer FestivalThe Observation Wheel area is kicking off five weekends of free art, music, and fitness activities. First weekend starts Friday 31 July. Details are still rolling out but itβs free and right by the waterfront β easy win for a casual family afternoon. And if you get rained on, City Gallery and the Central Library are just a stone throw away!
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4. Various: My fave low-effort weekend spotsI love discovering cool new places and exploring with my kids but lets face it, lots of the time, I don't want the latest and greatest playground - I want the one which is easy to get to, has family dining options nearby, is somewhere I enjoy too and ideally with good coffee / shops that I enjoy as well. Here's a link to some of my classic lazy mom faves!
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Honest, unaesthetic, occasionally useful β from an SG mom in HK.
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