What’s on? Things to do this June in Hong Kong

June bursts with an exciting lineup of must-see events and experiences—from the dazzling Jewellery & Gem Asia Hong Kong to M+’s mesmerizing AI-generated animations and beyond.

Dongpo: Life in Poems

Various strands of Chinese culture – music, dance, calligraphy, poetry, opera, martial arts, seal engraving and guqin – are weaved into a mesmerising show inspired by the literary works of Su Shi. Dancers of the China Oriental Performing Arts Group bring the famed Song Dynasty scholar and artist’s wonderful calligraphy and verses to life, their bodies swaying in poetic patterns as they take the audience on a Masterclass journey of discovery.

When: 13-14 June

Where: Grand Theatre, Cultural Centre

How much: HK$200

For more information: lcsd.gov.hk

Jewellery & Gem Asia Hong Kong

This is a must-attend showcase for jewellery-industry insiders. Viewed as Asia’s prime mid-year sourcing event, the fair highlights latest developments in the sector. Promoters pinpoint three special features for 2025 – Orient Odyssey 2.0 dedicated to the fascinating world of pearls, the Gold Jewellery Pavilion, and announcement of the finalists in the Sustainability Awards.

When: 19-22 June

Where: Convention & Exhibition Centre

How much: Free admission by invitation or pre-registration

For more information: jga.exhibitions.jewellerynet.com

A Movable Feast

Enjoy this marvellous homage to the culture of food and drink in China. Spanning the course of 5,000 years of Chinese food customs and etiquette, this superb exhibition is split into four sections focusing on different time periods and ideologies – from the historical role of food and drink in the afterlife to a display of contemporary dining and drinking vessels. Some 110 exhibits have been gathered.

When: Until 18 June

Where: Hong Kong Palace Museum

How much: HK$150

For more information: hkpm.org.hk

Night Charades

Immerse yourself in amazing AI-generated animation that pays tribute to the glorious years of Hong Kong cinema. Set against the façade of M+ amid the backdrop of the night lights of Victoria Harbour, myriad famous characters from the movies of the 1980s and ‘90s re-enact iconic scenes nightly via a computer-generated series of surreal paintings and luminous imagery. The show is devised by Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen.

When: Until 29 June

Where: M+ Façade, West Kowloon Cultural District

How much: Free

For more information: westk.hk