Don’t want to spend your weekend just watching Netflix? Here are some fun ideas for you
January is all about reinventing yourself and acknowledging what you want to achieve in the coming year. That’s why we’ve been actively participating in different dance classes, as well as sports massage therapy in Hong Kong after understanding the fitness trends in 2019. But of course, a little bit of chillax time is also needed! If you’re wondering about fun things to do this weekend in Hong Kong, then these events might just interest you.
Things to do this weekend in Hong Kong: 26-27 January
Hong Kong Love Stories Volume 1 – The Beginning of Us
If you do one thing this weekend, let it be showing your support to Sweet and Sour Productions and their show Hong Kong Love Stories Volume 1 – The Beginning of Us. Taking place at the Fringe Club until Saturday 26, January, this show will have you LOLing, and then some. Bask in the glorious weirdness that is dating in Hong Kong; we’re pretty sure you will recognise some of the stereotypes and locations they mention. PLUS, booke via Ticketflap and use code: LOVEVIP to get 20% off tickets and a free drink!
Hong Kong Love Stories Volume 1 – The Beginning of Us, The Fringe Underground Theatre ‐ 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong, 中環下亞厘畢道2號
Head along to sample Veda
Recently opened at Ovolo Central on Arbuthnot Road, Veda has become one of our favourite vegetarian restaurants in Hong Kong. Serving a wide range of innovative veggie dishes (with loads of vegan options), such as the New World congee, soba noodle salad and miso ramen with spicy kimchi, it will make sure both vegans and meat eaters are having an incredible dining experience.
Veda, Ovolo Central, 2 Arbuthnot Road, Central, Hong Kong, 中環亞畢諾道2號
Saicoeng #3
Three local bands with different style – 0.4 , Milos , Andy is typing… – will play along together at the same night on 26, January at Saicoeng in Kwai Chung. It’s definitely one of our favourite things to do this weekend in Hong Kong – to simply check out different Hong Kong bands and discover the fascinating variety of underground music here. Remember, you need to register on their site since the event is private and exclusive to member only!
Saicoeng #3, SaiCoeng, Unit 10, 7/F, Block B, Wah Tat Industrial Centre, 8 Wah Sing Street, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong, 葵興華星街8號華達工業中心B座7樓10號細場
Check out these cafes in Yau Ma Tei
Want to discover more coffee spots in Kowloon? We’re all about finding great coffee, that’s why we’ve compiled a list of the cosiest cafes in Yau Ma Tei and Jordan where you can order a tasty flat white, as well as a number of all-day dishes like scrumptious eggs Benedict and crepes.
A Little Toast with a Big Aussie Day Celebration
Looking for fun things to do this weekend in Hong Kong? Celebrate Australia Day at Little Creatures! Enjoy a day of games like face painting and photo booth, cheers, tasty beers, nibbles and tunes from triple J hottest 100 for our Australian mates in the city. Guests can Feel free to dress in green or gold, or anything that reminds you of Australia! For each ticket ($99), two pints of Kennedy Town brew and sausage sizzle are included.
A Little Toast with a Big Aussie Day Celebration, Little Creatures, Shop 1, G/F, New Fortune House, 2-5A New Praya, Kennedy Town, Western District, Hong Kong, 西環堅尼地城堅彌地城新海旁2-5A號五福大廈地下1號舖
Tong Chong Street Market
Co-presented by Swire Properties’ Taikoo Place and Honestly Green, the Tong Chong Street Market features everything from fresh farmers’ produce to creative recipes, cooking tips, and the latest food and beverage trends. It is a platform that encourages dialogues for the like-minded communities. The market this season returns with a more sumptuous and exciting collection of up-and-coming homegrown food stalls, unconventional packaged food and fresh seasonal produce that will introduce a new scene of sustainable food trend!
Tong Chong Street Market, Tong Chong Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, 鰂魚涌糖廠街市集
Excited for these things to do this weekend in Hong Kong but need more inspo? Kick off next month with a detox from Genie Juicery, find out our fave live music venues in Hong Kong or schedule some time at the best cinemas in Hong Kong with your buds.