Hello Reader Happy Mid-Autumn Festival weekend, everyone! The moon is full, the lanterns are lit, and Hong Kong is absolutely glowing right now. This is genuinely one of the best weekends of the year to be out with kids β fire dragons, 3,000+ international lanterns, and so many free things to do. Let's get into it. 1. Causeway Bay: Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance The legendary 67-metre fire dragon studded with 72,000 incense sticks is BACK. The iconic live performance happens around Tai Hang (best...
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Hello Reader Mid-Autumn vibes are strong this weekend, friends. The lanterns are lit, the mooncakes are flowing, and there's honestly so much happening I had to make some tough cuts. Here's what made the list: 1. Causeway Bay: Victoria Park International Lantern Spectacular + LCSD Lantern Carnival This is THE big one. Over 3,000 lanterns from 20 countries, giant 8-metre Nanjing showstoppers, plus 400+ handmade Hong Kong-style lanterns (rabbits! star fruit! goldfish!). The LCSD carnival side...
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Hello Reader The weather's finally getting a bit more bearable, which means... it's actually enjoyable to be outside again. This weekend's got a nice mix of active stuff, creative workshops, some solid free options and a freebie from an online learning platform. For the eagle eyed amongst you, there's also a new blurb at the bottom - do take a moment to read it β€οΈ 1. Wan Chai: Hong Kong Balance Bike Carnival If your little one is obsessed with their balance bike (or you've been meaning to...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hello Reader Is the weather finally getting a little cooler? My fingers are crossed! π
Here's my picks for the upcoming weekend - proud to say I learnt something new today which is that dino fossils were discovered in HK (I'm picturing T-Rex roaming around Wanchai)! Also included a couple upcoming runs that require pre-registration, as well as a pub quiz for a good cause! 1. Tsuen Wan: D-Park baby carnival If you've got a crawler at home (6-25 months), this is their moment to shine. Free BB...
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Hello Reader First red rain on a school day - I guess we're lucky that this year has had minimal weather related disruptions (so far!) but I am in awe of how HK parents deal with this on a regular basis during typhoon season! Thank god for condo indoor playrooms and light rain play π
Anyway, here's my picks for the upcoming weekend - and another for a fun workshop in the future (putting it here now so you can sign up by the deadline) 1. Central: Hong Kong Maritime Museum Family Fun Day x...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hello Reader Who else has been enjoying the breezy weather and kids back at school? ππ»βοΈ Ngl, I've been a little quiet on the social media front the past month - trying to soak in the memories with my kids and also just pooped afterwards but now that they're back in school I'm gonna try a little harder (whilst still balancing the desire not to burn out creating content haha) so stay tuned! Also, I wanted to share something personally exciting for me - scroll down to the bottom to read more!...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hello Reader Summer's winding down finally and kids are back at school - can we all breathe a collective sigh of relief? π
Although of course, a tiny part of me already misses hanging out with them so here's some ideas for what to do this weekend! 1. Sheung Wan: βFantastic Fairy Talesβ β Relaxed Performances Available A lovely stage show for little ones (recommended 3+), and importantly: they offer relaxed performances on 15 August (11am & 3pm) where kids can move around, make noise, and take...
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Hello Reader Looks like it's gonna be a sunny weekend in Hong Kong so yay! Stay hydrated but at least you don't need to schlep around with umbrellas and wet shoes π
1. Kwai Chung: Family Dance Musical "Panda-rama" HK Dance Company's kids troupes are putting on a proper panda-themed musical at Kwai Tsing Theatre. It's their 20th anniversary show, so expect polished production values. Good for ages 4+. π
Sat 8 Aug onwards (runs to 16 Aug) π²From $100+ π Details / Book here 2. Tsuen Wan: Weave &...
3 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
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 Base Hong 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...
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