Events worth timing your trip to Hong Kong for

Events worth timing your trip to Hong Kong for

In a city as vibrant and cosmopolitan as Hong Kong, there’s a lot happening throughout the year. Cultural celebrations, festivals, international sporting events, art exhibitions, concerts, and so much more. As with so much in Hong Kong, the challenge is in the choosing. Start with these major crowd pleasers and take it from there.

February

Hong Kong Marathon

Hong Kong Marathon

Pin a number on your shirt and hit the streets, as long-distance runners take part in the city’s biggest marathon. The Hong Kong Marathon has been on-the-run since 1997. While the full marathon distance covers over 40km, there are half-marathon and 10km races too.

 

March & April

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens 

The Hong Kong Sevens started in the 1970s as a local affair, and has since blossomed into Hong Kong’s biggest sporting showcase. Those that gain entrance are treated to a true spectacle — the world’s finest athletes battle in rapid-fire games for three days, while local legions watch on and cheer for their teams.

 

Taken from: https://www.discoverhongkong.com/us/explore/mega-events-throughout-the-year.html