HKTB’s “Hong Kong Winterfest” Offers Two Presents for Christmas and New Year

Post Date: 24 Nov 2022
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This winter, join the festive events prepared by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) to ring in Christmas and the New Year in style and laughter! The HKTB announced today (24 November 2022) there will be two special presents for locals and visitors this winter. The first to arrive is “Hong Kong WinterFest”, which will kick off tomorrow and run until 1 January 2023. Set in a romantic European-style Christmas town on the waterfront, the annual campaign will present a must-visit Christmas photo spot – a splendid Christmas tree measuring more than six storeys against the backdrop of the ever-mesmerising Victoria Harbour. On New Year’s Eve, Victoria Harbour will become the stage for the signature “Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations”. Infused with a citywide festive atmosphere, Hong Kong will be one of the best Asian cities to spend Christmas and usher in the New Year.

 

   

 

HKTB Executive Director Dane Cheng said, “Every winter, Hong Kong is filled with Christmas and New Year happenings. Impressive sparkling decorations can be seen all around town, creating a festive atmosphere that draws visitors to the city. One of the most popular activities during this time is the HKTB’s ‘Hong Kong WinterFest’. This year, we are expanding the campaign scale and installing the city’s tallest outdoor Christmas tree in front of the beautiful Victoria Harbour to create a unique photo backdrop. Together with the season-limited Christmas Wonderland, which features eight thematic lodge, the location will transform into a unique photo checkpoint with a diverse array of programmes to showcase the vibrancy of Christmas and New Year celebrations in Hong Kong to travellers worldwide.”

 

Two winter presents radiate festivities around town

1. City’s tallest outdoor Christmas tree on the harbourfront makes ideal photo backdrop

As the star of the event, the coastal European-style Christmas Town will welcome locals and visitors in the Art Park of West Kowloon Cultural District starting from tomorrow. Inside, one will easily spot the tallest outdoor Christmas tree in the city, which measures more than 20 metres or over six storeys in height, accompanied by music and special twinkling lighting effect to complement the panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. Be it day or night, the scene is breath-taking and perfect for photos. The giant Christmas tree will also be joined by numerous smaller Christmas trees and ornaments like reindeers and vintage-style lampposts. With the lights on, the Christmas Town takes on a dreamy, romantic atmosphere in the evening.

 

   

   

 

A fantastic Christmas journey in Christmas Wonderland

This year, the HKTB will especially set up a Christmas Wonderland on the other end of the Art Park of West Kowloon Cultural District during the Christmas period from 23 to 27 December 2022. Locals and visitors alike, whether with their families, friends or loved ones, can walk into eight Christmas-themed lodges including a snow-clad kingdom, an enchanting candy house and a colourful childhood home and embark on a fantastic Christmas journey. West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) is the venue partner of Hong Kong Winterfest this year.

 

 

An excellent way to celebrate Christmas is to make a special present for your loved ones. During the Christmas period, the HKTB will line up spectacular performances and a series of DIY workshops, so that locals and visitors can make a unique Christmas present. Send your love together with the specially designed WhatsApp Stickers, Instagram GIF stickers and Instagram filters to your friends and families!

 

 

2. New Year Countdown Celebrations ring in New Year with multimedia show

The HKTB will offer the second winter present on New Year’s Eve as part of Hong Kong WinterFest, orchestrating a special multimedia spectacle against the stunning background of Victoria Harbour to conclude the year and usher in 2023.

 

Festive programmes and offers consolidated on campaign website

During Hong Kong WinterFest, members of the public can check the campaign website (www.discoverhongkong.com/winterfest) for various programmes around town, from festive happenings at hot attractions to shopping offers rolled out by popular shops, seasonal dining offers at hotels and restaurants, themed tours and itineraries, exhibitions and musicals that are suitable for children and adults alike, so that everyone can spend a fun-filled Christmas and soak in the festive ambience with their loved ones.

*Hong Kong WinterFest – Christmas Town
*Hong Kong WinterFest – WhatsApp Stickers, Instagram GIF stickers and Instagram filters