So much to do, so little time? Get the scoop on the best things to do this weekend in Hong Kong.
Beyond the typical fanfare around Hong Kong’s nightlife, drinking scene, and new dining spots lies a wealth of activities that taps into the essence of the city. As someone who’s all about planning ahead when trading the comfort of my abode for the city’s buzzing scene, I’ve curated the best things to do this weekend in Hong Kong – the kind that deliver real local flavour and authentic moments. Read on for my guide to an enriching weekend in the 852.
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Things to do this weekend in Hong Kong
A quick glance at my personal weekend itinerary:
- A milestone fair: Art x Cultural Central Fair
- Get to know the life of a legend: CR7 Life Museum
- Step into Pandora’s box: Open the Box 2025
Now, whip your calendars out for the full list.
1. Popinjays: Spin Sum x Kulu Tokyo takeover
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind takeover at Popinjays! Spin Sum and Kulu Tokyo will be taking the stage at the rooftop bar, featuring Berlin-based headliner Joplyn for a genre-bending one-night-only performance that will leave you breathless.
When: 8pm – 4am, 11 July 2025
How much: Tickets from $520
Where: Popinjays, 26/F, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong
2. Avoca: Asia’s 59 Best guest shifts
Gear up for a series of guest shifts at Avoca in anticipation of the Asia’s 50 Best Award Ceremony. Taking place over the next two weeks, Avoca will be hosting bars from Malaysia, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney. The week kicks off with Amanda Wan of Three X Co, who will be bringing her signature blend of classic technique and creative flair, followed by an Eight-hands Industry Cocktail event that brings together eight giants on the bar scene for an afternoon of excitement. The week continues with Winnie Wei of Sober Company, Shanghai and Nicolas Leone and Yong Wei of Analogue Initiative, before ending with Krisztian Csigo of Dean & Nancy on 22, Sydney.
When: 11 – 19 July 2025
How much: From $128 per cocktail
Where: Avoca, 38/F, The Mondrian Hong Kong, 8A Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
3. M+: Canton Modern: Art and Visual Culture, 1900s–1970s
Here’s an exhibition for fellow arts and culture lovers. M+’s new exhibition showcases a series of Cantonese artworks and paraphernalia from the 1900s to 1970s, highlighting the period’s vibrant development in the arts and visual culture. The exhibition is curated from public and private collections, and presents a story of evolving individual and collective identities through an intriguing narrative of paintings, photographs, prints, and pictorial publications.
When: Until 5 October 2025
How much: Tickets from $240 per person
Where: Gallery G, Main Hall, M+, West Kowloon Cultural District, 38 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
4. Art x Culture Central Fair
Attention, fellow cultural enthusiasts – one of Hong Kong’s oldest Chinese art bookshops, Tai Yip, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a unique arts and cultural fair! Building on the success of its Antiquarian Books and Prints Fair last year, Tai Yip will be expanding its collection beyond books, film posters, and vintage photography to include ink comics, animation celluloids, and tea appreciation displays. Don’t miss this special cultural showcase!
When: 11am – 12pm, 16 – 21 July 2025
How much: Free registration
Address: Wyndham Social, G/F and 27/F, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
5. Lego: Summer of Play
Take your little ones to Lego’s Summer of Play event! From now until 7 September, families can make their way to Legoland in K11 Musea for a creative building session. Each activity is designed to inspire creative play among little ones and bring families closer together through collaborative work. Join the Creative Workshop, let your creativity run wild, and build to your heart’s content!
When: Until 7 September 2025
How much: Tickets from $199 per person
Where: Legoland Discovery Centre, Shop B131-133, B1/F, K11 Musea, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
6. CR7 Life Museum opens in K11 Musea
Attention, football fans – Cristian Ronaldo’s Life Museum is finally opening in Hong Kong! Located in K11 Musea, the experience at CR7 Life Museum takes you through Ronaldo’s journey as a footballer, complete with exclusive stories from inside and outside the field. The exhibition showcases highlighted trophies from Ronaldo’s personal collection, interactive experiences, and a unique UR7 YouTube Studio photo spot. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience! Tickets are available on Klook and Trip.com.
When: 10am – 10pm, from 7 July 2025
How much: Tickets from $156 per person
Where: CR7 Life Museum, 6/F, K11 Musea, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
7. British Council Bookshop Gallery: Moore’s Vision. More Revision.
The British Council is bringing a one-of-a-kind exhibition to local art connoisseurs. Moore’s Vision. More Revision. is the inaugural showcase of its Bookshop Gallery and showcases significant artworks by British sculptor Henry Moore alongside contemporary pieces by artists from Hong Kong and Taipei. Through this thoughtful juxtaposition, local and regional talents explore and reflect on Moore’s enduring influence in Hong Kong through artistic expression.
When: 3 June – 5 October 2025
How much: Free entry
Where: Bookshop Gallery, 1/F, British Council Hong Kong, 3 Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong
8. Tai Kwun Contemporary: Open the Box 2025: Bloom of Light
The second edition of Open the Box is returning to Tai Kwun Contemporary this summer, bringing pristine and exclusive gallery experiences to the public! Visitors aged five or above are invited to become the artist in this unique exhibition and craft with each other through an engaging interactive installation. No prior experience is required, and there is no wrong splash of paint here! Simply come prepared to indulge in fun and add to an ever-growing gallery space.
When: 5 July – 3 August 2025
How much: Free to enter
Where: Tai Kwun Contemporary, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
What’s your weekend itinerary? DM @honeycombershk on Instagram or drop me an email at [email protected].
