Hong Kong Tourism Board May and June are packed with cultural events in Hong Kong.The Cheung Chau Bun Festival, registered as a national intangible cultural heritage, is held.

[Hong Kong Tourism Board] May and June are packed with cultural events in Hong Kong. The Cheung Chau Bun Festival, registered as a national intangible cultural heritage, is held ​
Hong Kong Tourism Board Press release: May 1, 2025 May and June are packed with cultural events in Hong Kong, including the Cheung Chau Bun Festival, which is registered as a national intangible cultural heritage. Introducing events held in various places such as “Drone Show” and “Cirque du Soleil Cuza”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10540/81/10540-81-3a990e91351fdba9c6a6b22557780ba6-3543×2362.jpg Spring in Hong Kong means festivals. Starting with the Cheung Chau Bun Festival, which will be held from May 5th (Monday) to May 6th (Tuesday), various arts, culture, and sports events will be held across Hong Kong. This traditional festival, held every year on Cheung Chau Island, a remote island in Hong Kong, brightens the sleepy fishing village with bright colors and envelops the entire island in a festive mood. Featuring lively parades, ancient rituals, and quirky Hong Kong customs, this festival attracts thousands of tourists from both inside and outside Hong Kong every year. ■Various events will be held in Hong Kong this spring The Cheung Chau Bun Festival, a key cultural event in Hong Kong, is dedicated to Pak Tai, the sea god who saved Cheung Chau Island from a plague in the 18th century. This festival is steeped in folklore and history, and was registered as a national intangible cultural heritage of China in 2011. Today, Taoist rituals, lion dances, and the signature event, the steamed bun pagoda competition, continue to fascinate visitors. Climbing Carnival – Sunday, April 27, 2025 At the “Climbing Carnival” (12:00-18:00), where you could enjoy a giant steamed bun pagoda, there were stall games, handicrafts, and various other events. Piu Sik Parade – Monday, May 5, 2025
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10540/81/10540-81-34a17e34f155a835d1a4af2b8516389c-3900×2601.jpg One of the notable events is thePiu Sik Parade, which attracts thousands of spectators every year. In the parade, children dress up as gods, public figures, and pop culture celebrities and march as if they are floating above the crowd. Manju Tower Competition Final – May 5th (Monday) – May 6th (Tuesday), 2025
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10540/81/10540-81-794b3207833a9cd913bd58fcfaa67bba-3900×2601.jpg At midnight, 12 climbers race up a 14-meter-tall tower covered with lucky buns to compete for the buns. The more manju you collect, the more points you get, and the person with the most points wins. The winner will be awarded the “Daidai Heianpo” (Peace Prize). ■Twilight Festival: Shining Drone Show
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10540/81/10540-81-30c639cb8341df9d877ddcda0c77eb6f-3900×2194.jpg In spring, there is Labor Day Golden Week, which lasts for five days from May 1st (Thursday), and the whole of Hong Kong is filled with the vibrancy of festivities. Highlights include Ten Hau Birthday (Sunday, April 20th), Buddha Ancestor Birthday (Monday, May 5th), and Tan Gong Birthday (Monday, May 5th), which is a tradition of the people of the fishing village. In addition, a 12-minute drone show will be held from 8pm on May 1st (Thursday), in which the night sky of Hong Kong will be colored with drone lights in time with music. We recommend viewing this event at the Temporary Promenade in Wan Chai. ■Feel the heartbeat of Hong Kong cultural beat In conjunction with the Cheung Chau Bun Festival, various events will be held as part ofCultural Beat, an initiative to showcase Hong Kong’s arts, crafts and traditions. ・Buddha Festival at Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island April 29th (Tuesday) – May 5th (Monday) Water is sprinkled on the statue of Buddha in a ritual symbolizing purification of the mind and rebirth of life. ・Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Race June 7th (Saturday) – 8th (Sunday) The team rows in unison, and the heated battle of speed, color, and tradition is a must-see. ・East District・Tan Gong Bao Birthday 2025 April 29th (Tuesday) – May 7th (Wednesday) Watch a variety of events including Cantonese opera, lion dance and dragon dance parades, and an international lion dance competition honoring the sea god Gong Tan(Tam Kung). Additionally, many trade fairs and festivals are held in Hong Kong during the same period. ・Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong May 22nd (Thursday) – May 25th (Sunday) Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong brings together works from 98 leading galleries. You can enjoy cultural identity and the fusion of tradition and modernity. ・French May Arts Festival Until July 13th (Sunday) At the French May Arts Festival, held across Hong Kong, you can enjoy French culture including dance, theater, music, film, circus, gastronomy, and exhibitions. ・Chinese Culture Festival June to September The Chinese Culture Festival, held over several months, offers an opportunity to experience China’s rich culture, including dance, opera, movies, talks, and exhibitions. In addition, many new cultural events will be held in 2025. ・Cirque du Soleil Coosa Starts from Wednesday, May 21st See thrilling shows including acrobatics, stunts, theater magic, and aerial performances. ・Hong Kong Jockey Club presents: Picasso for Asia – A Conversation Until July 13th (Sunday) You can see up close more than 60 of Picasso’s precious masterpieces on display at M , and follow the path of his creation from a new perspective. For sports lovers, the following events are also recommended. ・Volleyball National League Hong Kong 2025 June 18th (Wednesday) – June 22nd (Sunday) Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong’s newest world-class venue, will be filled with excitement as six top teams compete at a high level. For information on various events held in Hong Kong, please visit the website of the Hong Kong Tourism Board: noopener”>Cultural Beat” (English only). This site provides the latest information and useful information on Hong Kong’s arts, culture, and events.