Expanded Mid-Autumn Festival lantern show to light up Hong Kong. Here’s what to see
A more international and upgraded lantern show is set to light up Hong Kong’s Victoria Park during the Mid-Autumn Festival next month, as part of the city’s efforts to entice locals and tourists alike. The International Lantern Spectacular, organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, will be held at the Causeway Bay park between September 17 and 27, complementing other festive activities such as…
The International Lantern Spectacular will illuminate Hong Kong’s Victoria Park during the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, running from September 17 to 27. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, this upgraded event aims to attract both locals and tourists. The highlight, World Lantern Boulevard, will display over 3,000 lanterns from 20 countries, including South Korea and Brazil.
Visitors will be greeted by "Shadowlight," an eight-meter-tall lantern inspired by Hong Kong’s banyan trees, crafted by Nanjing artisans. Four giant Qinhuai lanterns, made by Nanjing artisans and recognized internationally, will also be featured. At the Hill Knoll Pavilion, over 400 classic Hong Kong lanterns will be showcased, celebrating local traditions with designs of rabbits, star fruits, and goldfish.
The festival coincides with the Mid-Autumn Festival, which begins on September 25 and includes the Fire Dragon Dance in Tai Hang neighborhood. The Tourism Board is partnering with Po Leung Kuk to sell specially made mooncakes from Hong Kong and mainland China, and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department will host its annual Mid-Autumn Lantern Carnival.
Nearby, the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance will take place from September 24 to 26, featuring a 67-meter-long dragon made from 12,000 burning incense sticks.
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