Come to the Hong Kong Book Fair, experience Dance-to-Know Mulan, and celebrate the thrilling finale of the Horse Racing Season. Don’t miss out on these vibrant events and many more.
Dollism Plus
This is a must-attend event for anyone enchanted by the childlike beauty, mysticism and nostalgia of the world of dolls. Collectors and enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice, as more than 150 brands are participating, and specialists will purvey all manner of handmade products. The splendid fair, elevated by its elegant ballroom setting, has been staged annually since 2006 by local doll clothing and accessories manufacturer
When: 6 July
Where: Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel, Lantau
How much: HK$65
For more information: DollHeartsdollismplus.com
Horse Racing Season Finale
Enjoy the thrills of horse racing one last time this season – and why not see if your luck is in and have a flutter in the process? The final meetings of the racing calendar at Sha Tin and Happy Valley respectively are always action-packed affairs, with all the top jockeys taking up the reins against the backdrop of raucous, sell-out crowds. A host of musical acts will liven up proceedings in between the gallops for glory, so a fun-filled party atmosphere is guaranteed!
When: 13-16 July
Where: Sha Tin Racecourse and Happy Valley Racecourse
How much: From HK$10
For more information: hkjc.com
Hong Kong Book Fair
Bookworms will delight in the arrival of this annual get-together of the great and the good in the world of literature, where a variety of publishers and authors will be on hand to promote the wider joys of reading. The fair’s theme, Food Culture, Future Living, should have something for everyone, while the World of Art and Culture zone promises to draw a creative crowd. The stationery and gifts selection is popular with younger visitors.
When: 16-22 July
Where: Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai North
How much: Entrance fee
For more information: hkbookfair.hktdc.com
Skylight
Seize the opportunity to see David Hare’s award-winning play that delves deep into the meaning of human relationships and the magnetic tug of former romantic entanglements. With a long list of accolades to its credit since first being performed in London in 1995, including the Laurence Olivier Award for Play of the Year, Skylight draws the best out of the actors involved. For the Hong Kong production, the cast comprises Ivana Wong, who also scripted the Cantonese translation, Tse Kwan-ho and Sam Lee.
When: 17-20, 22-27 July
Where: Rita Tong Liu Drama Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, Wan Chai
How much: From HK$680
For more information: hkapa.edu
Hong Kong Football Festival
Four giants of the European game come to Hong Kong to attack each other in this highly anticipated pre-season tournament. The four teams involved – Tottenham, Liverpool, Arsenal and AC Milan – have a magnificent footballing history and undoubted global appeal. To add to the attraction, the tournament throws up historic rivalries, notably the north London derby and a rematch of the Champions League finals of 2005 and 2007.
When: 24-31 July
Where: Kai Tak Stadium
How much: Various prices
For more information: kaitaksportspark.com.hk
Ani-com & Games Hong Kong
Let your imagination run wild in this much-anticipated summer event for the young at heart. The visual spectacular shines a light on all the pop-culture trends and developments in the world of animation, comics and gaming. Visitors have five days to immerse themselves in a variety of happenings and activities – including the Anime Cosplay Contest and a Humanoid Design Competition – and marvel at the costume-clad catwalk displays.
When: 25-29 July
Where: Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai North
How much: Entrance fee
For more information: ani-com.hk
Dance-to-know Mulan
With a mission statement to take the cultural tradition of China, combine it with the creativity of contemporary art and add a local twist, the Hong Kong Dance Company bases its latest production on themes from the Chinese poem Ballad of Mulan. Performed in collaboration with Chung Ying Theatre Company, this majestic show of dance and drama embraces a wide variety of ethnic and folk inspirations. In Dance with Silent Pulses, powerful drumming creates a fantastic musical backdrop.
When: 26-27 July
Where: Auditorium, Yuen Long Theatre
How much: HK$80
For more information: hkdance.com
Hyrox Hong Kong
The fitness race that has taken the world by storm returns to Hong Kong. Since its inception in Germany in 2017, thousands of competitors have gathered in indoor arenas to pit their strength, stamina and wits against fellow Hyrox fans in a winning format of eight one-kilometre runs interspersed with different exercise challenges. The unique structure of this workout keeps people of all ages motivated and striving for greater success. The Hyrox Hong Kong event welcomes participants in individual, doubles and relay races as well as enthusiastic spectators.
When: 26-27 July
Where: AsiaWorld-Expo, Chek Lap Kok
How much: Race fees from $785
For more information: hyrox.com
Cirque du Soleil Kooza
Be enthralled by the amazing feats of agility and dizzying acrobatic displays in this fantastical journey of self-discovery. Cirque du Soleil returns to its creative roots in its latest show which follows The Innocent navigating a world of clowns and comic characters as The Trickster watches on. Enter the contemporary circus Big Top for a sensory treat of colourful costumes, wonderful choreography and mind-boggling stunts that conjures memorable entertainment for the whole family.
When: Until 13
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space
How much: From HK$450
For more information: cirquedusoleil.com