February Events: Highlights for Hong Kong’s upcoming month

The Lunar New Year festivities are unsurprisingly the highlight of the month’s celebrations though beyond the Chinese New Year preparations, the month is also filled with plenty more activities to fill the calendar. From Gentle Yoga for Terrible Times to the Hong Kong Arts Festival and a virtual iteration of the International Fur & Fashion Fair, here’s our round-up of the February events to look out for in Hong Kong.

February events highlights for hong kong's upcoming month yoga for terrible times joyce wu

Every Wednesday

Gentle Yoga for Terrible Times

A much needed meditative session for the stressed-out city folk, this virtual yoga session (organised by Los Angeles-based yogi instructor, Joyce Wu) could be just what you are looking for. Essentially, it promises that by practising simple and accessible breathing exercises, stretches and guided meditation, your mind and body will re-centre as the stress unwinds. Said to be both easy to access and relaxing, you can top up your inner peace reserves from the safety and comfort of your own living space on any Wednesday this month. Free admission. eventbrite.com

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5-7 Feb 

The 101st Hong Kong Wedding Fair

The Hong Kong Asia Exhibition Ltd is gearing up for its 101st wedding fair, the largest such event to be hosted in the city. The first of the organiser’s four annual fairs dedicated to local brides-to-be, the event will comprise more than 400 booths across eight themed zones. This time around, one of the highlights is said to be the Overseas Wedding and Honeymoon section, which will allow couples to plan ahead for a much deserved celebration in the location of their dreams once the pandemic has passed. From HK$20. Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai. wedding-show.com.hk

February events highlights for hong kong's upcoming month rhapsody by brenda hong

Until 11 Feb

Rhapsody by Brenda Hong

Cheer Bell Gallery is setting great store by Rhapsody, a solo exhibition of the latest works by renowned ink artist Brenda Hong. Said to take its inspiration from a classic Chinese poem describing the creation of the Cosmos, the installation is divided into five individual stages – Rage, Furious, Serenade, Origin and Flourish. Utilising a stunning colour palette and delivered via an array of mixed media, it promises to treat attendees to an unparalleled celebration of the cosmos. Cheer Bell Gallery, 19-21 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Wong Chuk Hang. cheerbell.com

Chinese New Year Market in Hong Kong

7-12 Feb 

Chinese New Year Flower Market

All but wholly synonymous with Chinese New Year celebrations, the annual Victoria Park Flower Market has long been an important occasion for Hongkongers as they get ready for the week-long celebration of the Lunar New Year. Promising an array of fresh, colourful flowers and fruits, booth-after-booth of trinkets, local snack and delicacies as well as novelty gifts, the Flower Market may well be the perfect place to prepare for the incoming Year of the Ox. Free entry, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay.

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Until 23 Feb

The Stage Movements of Cantonese Opera

Focusing on the particular use of patterns and specific movements in Cantonese opera (including acting, martial arts and dancing), this event consists of two special talks related to the traditional stage movements across a variety of different roles. Among those presenting is Xie Xiaoyu, a specialist in dan (female roles), and Ng Lap-hei, a specialist in sheng (male roles). Both are hugely experienced performers and will introduce attendees to the formulaic movements and facial expressions used to convey stories and impart meaning. Seminar Hall, 2/ Fl, Xiqu Centre, and live-streaming. westkowloon.hk. 

February events highlights for hong kong upcoming month online masterclass of 2020 hong kong wine and dine festival

Throughout Feb

Online Masterclasses of 2020 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

In order to comply with the prevailing social distancing regulations and safety measurements occasioned by the Covid-19 pandemic, the ever-popular Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival was obliged to reinvent itself as a solely online event last year. Following on from that, this year sees it continue to entertain and inform its virtual patrons via more than 30 online masterclasses, all taught by the city’s most prominent chefs / wine and spirits experts, all in the hopes of nurturing a new generation of masterchefs. masterclasses.discoverhongkong.com

February events highlights for hong kong's upcoming month hong kong international fur & fashion fair

24-28 Feb

Hong Kong International Fur & Fashion Fair

The Hong Kong International Fur & Fashion Fair returns this month, providing an unrivalled platform for fashion-forward fur lovers to source high quality fur, leather garments and accessories. Although the physical iteration of the fair has had to be postponed due to the pandemic, erminophiles will still be able to access its virtual incarnation this month, so there’s no excuse not to digitally dally among your pre-furred choices. hkff.org

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  27 Feb – 26 Mar

Hong Kong Arts Festival

The 49th Hong Kong Arts Festival kicks  off its five-week run this month with the promise of the participation of close to 2,000 international artists, local talents, and performers. One of the biggest art events in the city, this year the festival will include much anticipated performances of the Beethoven 250 & Beyond celebrations, as well as programmes, workshops, and special screenings at the new K11 Art House. Whether classical piano, modern dance or something far more outré is your thing, chances are you’ll find something at the festival to enjoy. From HK$170. hk.artsfestival.org

February events highlights for hong kong's upcoming month trans lantau

 12 Feb

Trans Lantau

It’s time to welcome back the Trans Lantau race, as impressive an exercise of endurance and athletic ability as you are likely to find within the +852 area code. Challenging runners to conquer the many hills and valleys of the city’s biggest island, it comprises a 100km race around some of the island’s most scenic spots, while also taking in some of its sharpest inclines, most notably the Lantau Peak. This year, unlike with previous races, organisers are stretching the event from just one intensive day into a more flexible three-month affair to minimise the number of runner participating at any one time. HK$380. Mui Wo, Lantau. translantau.com

Leisure & Pleasure: Events in Hong Kong this February

There’s something for everyone this February. Check out our round-up of the top events happening in town next month. 

The xx events in Hong Kong

The xx, Live in Hong Kong

London-based trio The xx returns to Hong Kong after a sold out hit show in 2013. If you’re not planning on attending any of the festivals they’re known to headline around the world, best you catch them for their sound and lights show while they’re touring Asia. This month, the group celebrates a year since the release of their third studio album, I See You, and its lead single On Hold.

1 February
AsiaWorld-Expo, Cheong Wing Rd, Chek Lap Kok, Lantau Island. 7-10:30pm. HK$
720. www.thexx.info/tour

Speed Dating Run

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, popular dating app Coffee Meets Bagel presents a different kind of speed dating event for Hong Kong’s cardio-inclined denizens. Singles and couples alike are invited to “the largest dating running event in Asia”, featuring ice-breaking activities that encourage mingling. In the last 2km of the 5km run, runners must pair up to tackle a series of obstacles. Older runners are invited to join the 3km group.

11 February
Atrium Link, Science Park, 2 Science Park W Ave, Sha Tin. 9am-1pm. HK$300-$620. www.ticketflap.com/rundatefestival

Asia Horse Week

Expect a bit of horsing around at the debut of Asia Horse Week – a meet-up for Asia’s equestrian community. The event is expected to become a global forum for the industry insiders to share knowledge and expertise. The meeting unfolds at the 2018 Edition of Longines Masters of Hong Kong, the Asian leg of a series that starts at Paris and ends in New York. Don’t miss the excitement of the Longines Speed Challenge and Grand Prix; you can also sign up for seminars and conferences or check out the national pavilions.

8-11 February
AsiaWorld-Expo, Cheong Wing Rd, Chek Lap Kok, Lantau Island. 7-10:30pm. HK$
720. www.asiahorseweek.com

The 46th Hong Kong Arts Festival

Jazz. Flamenco. Chinese Opera. Ballet. The Hong Kong Arts Festival is packed with performances we’ve been waiting all year to see. Most anticipated is the Asian premiere of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, adapted for the stage by Great Britain’s National Theatre. The play, based on from Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel, won five Tony Awards and seven Oliviers. If your tiny tots are tagging along, take them to the American Ballet Theatre’s Whipped Cream, designed by pop-surrealist art star Mark Ryden.

23 Februray – 24 March
Locations and schedules vary. www.hk.artsfestival.org

San Fung launches solo exhibition at Kornhill Apartments Art Gallery

Di-San Solo Exhibition

Home-grown artist San Fung is presenting his first solo exhibition at the Art Gallery of Kornhill Apartments. This up-and-coming talent is already well-known for his modern, geometric reinterpretations of classical Chinese themes. The showcase, dubbed Di-San Solo Exhibition, will be displaying Fung’s colourful artworks featuring iconic motifs like the Dragon and Phoenix, as well as some of his original sketches and templates from now until mid-2018.

3/F, The Art Gallery at Kornhill Apartments