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Christmas in Hong Kong 2023: Top Picks for Christmas Events in December

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Celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong? Staying in Hong Kong in December? It’s a festive fun time, no doubt, so read on to check out some of the season’s most popular finds.

 

 
Bells are ringing, choirs singing and Christmas in Hong Kong has arrived! Are you celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong? Staying in Hong Kong in December? There’s so much to see, smell and shop here in town when the lights start coming on, so be sure to read on and check out the 4 best events during this festive season. From dining at one of our 3 fabulous restaurants at Hotel ICON to heading to Stanley for their Christmas market, there’s something for everyone in town!
 

WEST KOWLOON: CHRISTMAS TOWN

 

Photo credit: Hong Kong Tourism Board
 
 
Step into the enchanting wonderland of Christmas Town at the West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong's world-class hub for art and culture. Immerse yourself in the festive magic as a majestic Christmas tree, adorned with charming ornaments and garlands, takes center stage. Wander through the twinkling landscape surrounded by smaller Christmas trees, creating a blissful and wondrous ambiance that warms the heart. Christmas Town invites you to partake in a multitude of joyful events and activities, from delightful encounters with Santa Claus to enchanting music performances, creative handicraft workshops, and heartwarming charity bazaars. It's a merry little town full of warm and precious moments waiting to be enjoyed. Embark on a visit to the West Kowloon Cultural District and discover a Christmas Town full of delightful surprises.
 
Date & Time: 24 NOV 2023 - 1 JAN 2024
Location: Harbourside Lawn West, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, Kowloon 
Price: Free of charge

 

MERRY Spacemas at Harbour city

 

Photo credit: Harbour City

 

Embark on an interstellar Christmas celebration at Harbour City's Ocean Terminal Forecourt with the arrival of friends from "Bear Planet" aboard the magnificent "Bear Rocket Launch Station". Witness the cutting-edge design and captivating digital aesthetic of the launch station, illuminated by neon lights, creating a magical atmosphere with vibrant colors and a futuristic sci-fi vibe. Explore three zones featuring over 30 Bear Astronauts, Christmas Tree Robots, and Alien Friends, with 10 photo check-in spots for unforgettable moments. Your extraordinary space journey under the dazzling 5-meter-tall "Merry Spacemas" rainbow neon arch, greeted by Bear Astronauts is waiting for you. The climax awaits as the 3-meter-tall Bear Astronaut leads everyone to ascend the majestic 10-meter-tall "Christmas Tree Rocket," ready to launch into the vastness of space!
 
 
Date & Time: 17 NOV 2023 - 1 JAN 2024
Location: Harbour City 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong
Price: Free of charge
 

 

 

Tai KWUN: WHERE HERITAGE MEETS FESTIVITY

 

Photo credit: Tai Kwun
This December, Tai Kwun, in joyful collaboration with The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC), unwraps its annual tradition to present a dazzling season of holiday cheer at the Parade Ground. Get ready to be enchanted by the HKJC Presents Simple Gifts of Joy. The event promises a spectacular showcase of Christmas carols, contemporary circus spectacles, jolly comedies, towering giraffe puppets, gravity-defying acrobatics, and a spirited circus skills showdown, all amidst the twinkling lights of the towering Christmas tree in the Parade Ground. The festivities will feature local talents, as well as the arrival of entertaining international acts, ensuring each weekend in December is filled with the magic of reindeer, Santa, and joy.
 
Date & Time: 1 DEC 2023 - 1 JAN 2024
Location: Tai Kwun, Central
Price: Free of charge
 

 

 

DisneyLand: A DIsneY Christmas

 

Photo credit: Hong Kong Disneyland
 
Can’t wait to get into the Christmas spirit? Hong Kong Disneyland is getting into the spirit with its annual “A Disney Christmas” event celebrating a Disney-style Christmas. From November 17, 2023, to January 1, 2024, Hong Kong Disneyland includes Disney Christmas live in concert, Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball, A Holiday Wish-Come-True Lightening Ceremony, and opportunities to meet popular characters at Duffy and Friends Winter Wonderland. Additionally, the park is adorned with shimmering holiday decorations, delicious festive treats, and cherished musical moments. Join Disney Friends and share the warmth of family traditions at the Happiest Place on Earth during the happiest time of the year.
 
While Christmas Carolers melodically present timeless favorites, drones gracefully dance and maneuver in enchanting patterns overhead. The desires of our guests ascend into the nocturnal sky, blending our aspirations and aspirations to bestow upon us the authentic essence of the holiday season. The renowned Christmas tree, symbolizing joy, dreams, and blessings for everyone, progressively lights up, heightening the anticipation. Amid a gentle winter snowfall, you and your dear ones can share sincere wishes, crafting a delightful winter experience.
 
Date & Time: 17 NOV 2023 - 1 JAN 2024
Location: Hong Kong Disneyland, Lantau Island, Outlying Islands
Website: More info
 

Ocean Park: Christmas Sensation HOHOHO 2023

 

 

 

Photo credit: Ocean Park Hong Kong 
 
Ho, ho, ho! Are you excited to be celebrating Christmas 2023 with Ocean park Hong Kong?  From December 9 to January 1, you will be transported into a world of enchantment. Adding to the magic, the beloved French classic, Le Petit Prince, has chosen Ocean Park to celebrate its momentous 80th anniversary. Ocean Park is adorned with twinkling lights this Christmas with Le Petit Prince! Let Le Petit Prince be your guide as you explore this romantic Christmas village and be ready to be surrounded by sparkling Christmas trees with glittering decorations that draw you into the festive winter!
 
Date & Time: 9 DEC 2023 - 1 JAN 2024
Location: 180 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong Island
Website: More info
 

FESTIVE DINING AT HOTEL ICON

 

 

All I Want for Christmas at The Market

 
Interested in fine dining whilst watching the Hong Kong Christmas lights? Hotel ICON itself plays host to not one, not two, but three renowned restaurants. GREEN, a sleek cafe brassiere with Asia’s largest indoor vertical gardens, Above & Beyond, a Michelin-recognized Cantonese fine dining restaurant and The Market, an international cuisine destination. You’ll find world-class luxury service, delicious Christmas dining experience and exquisite views of Hong Kong’s Christmas lights from our location in Tsim Sha Tsui that are bound to impress! From a comforting Christmas Day’s buffet brunch at The Market to a lovely A World Astrology GREEN x GODIVA Afternoon Tea from GREEN, you have everything you need for a fab Christmas in Hong Kong with Hotel ICON.
 
Date: 6 NOV 2023 -31 JAN 2024
Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Venue: Lobby, GREEN

 

 

Plentiful things to do in Hong Kong over this Christmas!
 
Hong Kong in December is exciting, with Christmas lights all over town and a plethora of festive dining options. Explore and experience the best of Hong Kong Christmas with Hotel ICON, a luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Hong Kong. Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, this beacon of luxury hospitality is steps away from hundreds of local cafes, unique world-class restaurants, and fun swanky bars that boast the traditional and modern Hong Kong culture. Hotel ICON also houses hundreds of guest rooms and suites, offering sweeping unobstructed views of Victoria Harbour and Kowloon. Book your stay with Hotel ICON now!

 

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