HKTB e-Newsletter - Cultural Celebrations

What's Happening in Hong Kong

2024 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

When summer approaches, so does the annual Dragon Boat Festival! This ancient festival has evolved to include the 2024 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races alongside traditional rituals and modern festivities on June 15–16.

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“Live Out the Cinematic Hong Kong”

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) proudly unveiled the new docufilm “Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” on Friday (May 17) in Cannes, France. Premiering during the Marché du Film at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, the 60-minute film showcases Hong Kong’s unique appeal through classic movies on the silver screen.

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Cheung Chau Bun Festival 2024

The annual Cheung Chau Bun Festival took place on May 15 this year, coinciding with the celebration of the Buddha's Birthday. The pinnacle of this festival has got to be the Bun Scrambling Competition up the Bun Tower. Check out our IG reel here.

Celebrating Buddha's Birthday

Buddha's Birthday is more than a public holiday in Hong Kong. On this day, we celebrate with key ceremonies including bathing of the Buddha, visiting temples and monasteries to offer prayers and make offerings.

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INSIDER TIP

17 Top Things to Do in Hong Kong

A YouTube Channel, Going Awesome Places shared a travel guide that features 17 things visitors in Hong Kong won't want to miss. The video includes a balance of popular places and those that are lesser known and typically more off-the-beaten-path in the city.

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