Fun, family-friendly things to do in Hong Kong this June (2024)

Unleashing the Fun – All the Exciting, Family-Friendly Things to do in Hong Kong this June (2024)

Unleash the fun! Looking for exciting things to do in Hong Kong? Check out these top, family-friendly events and activities running in Hong Kong this Junev2024. You can also check out our What’s On page for more.

Team Lab: Continuous

Date: Until 8 June, 2024
Time: 18:30 – 23:00 (last entry is 10:50pm)
Location: Tamar Park, Wanchai (Admission Point: MTR Admiralty Station Exit A)
Website: https://www.teamlab.art/e/tamarpark/

Take a wander through Tamar Park and enter an awe-inspiring world of light, sound, and wonder thanks to the Team Lab: Continuous exhibit. It consists of two sets of artworks:  “Resonating Life which Continues to Stand” which features large luminous ovoids that are spread across the lawn and extend to the water of Victoria Harbour. When the ovoids come into contact with people, are blown by the wind or crashed against by waves, they standing tall but change colour. The other set of artwork, “Resonating Trees” sees the the surrounding trees lit up in various colours in response to the giant glowing ‘eggs’.

Hong Kong Ballet’s Swan Lake

Dates: 31 May – 9 June 2024
Location: Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Tickets: From $180 – $1000 via Urbtix

Get ready to be swept away by an enchanting ballet experience as Hong Kong Ballet presents the world premiere of a dazzling new production of Swan Lake. Choreographed by the talented Yuri Possokhov from San Francisco Ballet, this beloved classical ballet tells a timeless tale of good triumphing over evil.

In this reimagined version, Prince Siegfried finds himself smitten with the gentle White Swan, Odette, during a chance encounter in the woods. Their love story becomes a thrilling race against time as they strive to break the curse cast by the wicked sorcerer Von Rothbart. But watch out for the cunning Black Swan, Odile, who tries to deceive them along the way!

The performance is suitable for audiences aged 6 and above, so bring your family and friends along.

Padel Tour 2024

Dates: 10 May – 19 July 2024, 10am – 8pm
Location: One Island East, Taikoo Place
Costs: Refundable court booking deposit (1 hr/ session): HK$100 per session
Booking: book via Taikoo Place App

Get ready for an exhilarating padel experience in heart of Hong Kong’s bustling Taikoo Place. From May 10th to July 19th, the Padel Tour 2024 will bring a state-of-the-art, full-scale professional padel court to the One Island East office tower. The limited-time facility will be the first professional padel court built inside a Global Business District and the only one available in downtown Hong Kong.

School of Rock the Musical

Dates: 1-2, 4-9, 11-16 June 2024
Location: HKAPA Lyric Theatre
Tickets: Tickets $488-$988 and are available from Cityline

Based on the hit 2003 film starring Jack Black, School of Rock The Musical tells the story of Dewey Finn, a failed rock star who begins working as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Dewey soon discovers his students’ musical talents and decides to get them ready to compete in an upcoming Battle of the Bands contest.

For the musical adaptation, world-renowned composer Andrew Lloyd Webber has created 14 brand new songs, including “You’re In The Band” and “Stick It To The Man.” The stage version also features all of the original songs from the beloved film.

Summerfest@Wan Chai

Dates: Until 3 July
Location: Wan Chai Harbourfront Event Space

Summerfest@Wan Chai is being held at the recently opened Wan Chai Harbourfront Event Space, which offers magnificent views of Victoria Harbour as well as convenient transportation access. Running for three months, from 5 April to 3 July, Summerfest features 26 outdoor activities, including arts, music, markets, sports, and more. Summerfest@Wan Chai will also host thematic events on weekends, public holidays, and specific dates throughout the period. There are also sports-related events to enjoy like Hong Kong Balance Bike Competition, Hong Kong Balance Bike Carnival, HK Baseball5 School Experience Day, 2024-25 Hong Kong Baseball5 Competition, the 7th Alpha Cup Competition & Dodgebee Fun day, Wan Chai District Dodgeball Competition 2024 & Dodgeball Free Trial, Awaken Your Inner Warrior: Fit& Well Festival 2024, and Together Hong Kong – Sports•Arts•Leisure Cultural Carnival, all designed to promote great sporting activities.

1 June: Harbourfront Creative Festival – Magic, including a balloon twisting activity
2 June: Harbourfront Creative Festival – Relaxation and Tranquillity featuring a a free oga workshop

Dragon Boat Drone Show

Date: 10 June 2024
Location: Launch site is Wanchai Harbourfront area
Website: www.discoverhongkong.com

This Dragon Boat Festival, you won’t want to miss the incredible drone show happening over Victoria Harbour. Imagine 1,000 drones gracefully dancing in the sky, creating mesmerising patterns that look like cute dumplings, dragon boats racing, and even majestic dragons flying.

The Sun Life Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships

Date: 10 June 2024
Location: Stanley Main Beach

Over 150 teams with more than 5,000 paddlers will participate in the Sun Life Stanley Dragon Boat Championships. In addition to the races will be fun games and activities for young and old, including face painting. For information visit The Stanley Dragon Boat Association.

Read more about the Dragon Boat Festival

Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

Date: 15-16 June
Location: The viewing zone stretches from the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, situated outside the Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong, to the Bruce Lee Statue located on the Avenue of Stars. Seating with shade will be provided.

Victoria Harbour will come alive with an adrenaline-fueled dragon boat race festival over two days. Paddlers will power their brightly decorated boats to the beat of drums, as vibrant colors and cheering fans fill the air. The race to the finish line off Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, creating a celebratory atmosphere you won’t want to miss.

Pyrotechnic Display

Date: 15 June 2024
Location: Wanchai Harbourfront

On the first night of the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, be captivated by a dazzling pyrotechnics display. Get into the celebratory spirit and look out for the patterns of smiley faces and the letters ‘HK’ . There will also be opening pyrotechnics at 7:30pm and 7:45pm to build momentum for the main show.

Father’s Day

Date: Sunday 16 June, 2024
Find out about Father’s Day Events and Dining Specials here

“The Adorned Body: French Fashion and Jewellery
1770–1910″

Date: 26 June – 14 October 2024
Location: Hong Kong Palace Museum, 8 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Fun Happenings for Adults in Hong Kong this June (2024)

Ginsanity at PMQ

Date: 7-8 June 2024
Location: PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central

Celebrate World Gin Day with Ginsanity 2024 at PMQ, Central! This festival has become a fantastic event, featuring over 100 local and international distilleries, delicious food, live music, and a lively community atmosphere. Discover a huge selection of craft gins, with the chance to taste and buy your favourites directly from the distillers. Entry is free, but you’ll need a cup to sample the G&Ts and cocktails. You can buy a Ginsanity Cup for HK$30 or bring your own.

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