The origins are unclear – one story says that people began offering animals to the gods at the beginning of spring, in the hopes of a prosperous year ahead. During Chinese New Year in Hong Kong, people enjoy special dishes believed to bring good fortune, fill homes with fresh flowers and carry out other auspicious…
“We see this competition not only as a tournament, but as a festival of chess, where people and ideas come together and where we build a basis for a stronger and more connected chess community.” The FIDE President also emphasised the rapid growth of the competition. What began in Düsseldorf with 36 teams has now…
By Milan Dinic From 16 to 22 June, the crème de la crème of the chess world will gather in Hong Kong for the fourth edition of the FIDE World Team Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships, alongside the inaugural World Team Amateur Rapid Chess Cup, with both events featuring more than 800 participants. Since its…
HONG KONG, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This summer, Hong Kong is turning up the energy with a citywide celebration packed with festivals, family attractions, sporting spectacles and limited-time offers. The “Hong Kong Summer Fun” campaign brings together some of the city’s biggest seasonal events alongside exclusive “Summer Deals”, creating even more reasons to…
Music festivals in Hong Kong Prepare for a splashing – sorry, smashing summer as not one but two water-based music festivals make their way to the city. Waterbomb , a South Korean music festival, will see K-pop superstars like Hyuna, Rain, Jessi and Jay Park perform against the backdrop of Hong Kong’s skyline. As you…
A host of prodigies and rising chess stars are set to take part in the 2026 edition of the FIDE World Team Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in Hong Kong this June. While some have already made their mark in international events, for many emerging talents, the Hong Kong event will be a chance to…
The Cheung Chau Bun Festival – one of Hong Kong’s most unique festivals – is back for another year, featuring the return of steaming hot buns, kids in fancy dress, and the famous bun-scrambling competition that draws thousands of locals and tourists onto this sleepy island every year. Want to experience it all yourself? Our nifty guide will help you make the…
The stylish restaurant and bar Felix on the top floor of The Peninsula Hong Kong hotel has launched a brand-new event series that focuses on DJs spinning tunes on vinyl records. Every Thursday, from 8pm to 11pm, a rotation of highly respectable DJs such as Brahms, Roy Malig, Johnny Hiller, and NeeNo will spotlight their own distinctive styles with curated…
On a sprawling promenade in West Kowloon, a gay choir lit up the stage with a chorus of harmonies. Children listened attentively at a storytelling session led by a drag queen dressed in pink from top to bottom. Pink Dot at the West Kowloon Cultural District on December 10, 2023. Photo: Pink Dot HK, via…
Opening Highlight Event “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival” Celebrates 50th Golden Jubilee Extended Duration with Comprehensive Upgrades “Hong Kong Summer Fun” Key Visual “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival” Key Visual HONG KONG, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To welcome the peak summer travel season, the Hong Kong Tourism…