Things To Do In Hong Kong: Best Events & Weekend Activities For Your Diary This April

Get your calendars ready, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Hong Kong this April, including music festivals, spring markets and more…

Wondering what to do this weekend? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up the best events and happenings in Hong Kong to add to your calendar now, from popular sporting events to much-anticipated music festivals, spring markets and more. Scroll through for what to do around town this April 2024. Plus, never miss out on an event by checking out our regularly updated events calendar.

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New April Events & Weekend Activities In Hong Kong

Distressed Asset Play

If you’re a fan of murder mysteries, this Sweet & Sour Production‘s latest play is for you. Inspired by the Nancy Kissel Milkshake Murder case (if you’re a true crime junkie, you’d recognise this one!), brace yourself for a thrilling play this April and May. Susan Goldsmith lives the expat dream as the wife of Spencer, a high-flying investment banker in Hong Kong, along with her two children and helper. It all goes haywire when Susan starts having an affair after enduring 20 years of a toxic marriage, and she starts plotting murder…

When: Wednesday, 10 April to Sunday, 14 April, 3pm/8pm and Wednesday, 8 May to Saturday, 11 May, 3pm/8pm
Where: McAulay Studio, Hong Kong Arts Centre Lower Basement, 2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (for shows in April) and Sheung Wan Civic Centre Lecture Hall, 5/F, Sheung Wan Municipal Services Building, 345 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong (for shows in May) 
How much: $350 for regular tickets and $280 for students and senior citizens, or for groups of 4 or more – buy tickets here.

Hong Kong Rugby Sevens

The 2024 Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens is set to take place in April at Hong Kong Stadium for the last time, before moving over to Kai Tak Sports Park next year. Hong Kong is the sixth stop on World Rugby’s eight-leg HSBC SVNS Series, featuring the world’s top 24 HSBC SVNS teams and the six Asian Melrose Shield participating teams. There’s plenty lined-up entertainment wise too!

When: Friday, 5 April to Sunday, 7 April
Where: Hong Kong Stadium, 55 Eastern Hospital Road, So Kon Po, Hong Kong
How much: $1,950 for admission to all three days – buy your ticket here.

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Creamfields 2024

Following the sold-out festival in 2023, Creamfields is back this year with a star studded line-up featuring Martin Garrix, Armin van buuren, Illenium, Zhu, to name a few. What’s more, an extra stage of Anjuna is returning this year for both days; Chase and Status, Subtronics and Dimension will also perform in Hong Kong for the very first time!

When: Saturday, 13 April and Sunday, 14 April
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: $1,388 for one-day entry; $1,888 for two-day entry – buy your ticket here

Handmade Hong Kong Spring Market

We have a weakness for handmade goodies and spring markets so naturally we have this one marked on our calendars. Visitors are sure to find one-of-a-kind items from beautiful and unique jewellery, candles, and sustainable home décor that make superb gifts as well as a spring treat to yourself!

When: Sunday, 7 April; 11am to 6pm
Where: The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry

Tai Kwun In Bloom

Also in the theme of spring, Tai Kwun’s outdoor flower extravaganza “Tai Kwun In Bloom” is set to sprout for its fourth showing inside the Parade Ground. Over a dozen Hong Kong-owned, eco-conscious brands will be present, from florists to botanical artisans and more. Be sure to drop by Day6 studio to get insider tips from plant doctors on how to cultivate a green thumb!

When: Thursday, 4 April to Sunday, 7 April; 1pm to 8pm
Where: Parade Ground, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry – find more information here.

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Hong Kong International Film Festival

Screening over 200 titles from 50 countries, the Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF) is one of Asia’s oldest platforms for filmmakers to showcase their newest works. This year marks the 48th edition and is titled “A Portal to Another World” aiming to bring viewers through time and space. See the full list of movies here.

When: Until Monday, 8 April
Where: Various cinemas across Hong Kong
How much: $85 for standard tickets (pricing varies for certain memberships and cardholders) – buy your ticket here

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Life On Jungle Festival 2024

Lantau’s first eco-arts festival is landing this April – one to add if you missed the Jungle Music Festival in March! Set in Pui O, expect art jamming, an eco-fashion show, wellness retreats surrounded by nature and plenty of live DJ tunes to groove to!

When: Thursday, 11 April to Monday, 15 April; program times vary – refer here for schedule 
Where: Life on Base, Pui O, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
How much: $480 – make a reservation here.

The Sound of Music Broadway Musical

The highly acclaimed original production is marking its debut in Hong Kong with 24 shows in the books at the Xiqu Centre in West Kowloon. In fact, the musical itself is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year – book your tickets early for this anticipated event!

When: From Tuesday, 16 April to Sunday, 9 June
Where: Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong
How much: Starting from $588 and going up to $1,188 – buy your ticket here.

Naked Flowers Exhibition

Japan’s Insta-famous Naked Flowers exhibition is landing in Hong Kong for the first time, running from April to October at 1881 Heritage in TST. Covering 4,000 square feet of space, it will immerse you in a multi-sensory journey through over-grown flower gardens and floral-themed art rooms, tapping into your sight, hearing, touch, smell and even taste!

When: Saturday, 27 April to Sunday, 27 October, 2024
Where: G17 & Basement, 1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: $150 ($120 for concession and free for children under 3) – book here

Tickets On Sale For Songkran Festival

The world’s wettest party returns to the city! The water music festival was a hit in 2023 and this year’s promises to be no less. With heavy-weight DJs from around the world to an enhanced 360 degree water splashing system that synchronises to the music, we know what we’ll be up to during the Dragon Boat weekend! Early bird tickets are on sale now so get booking!

When: Saturday, 8 June and Sunday, 9 June; 1pm to 11pm
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: From $838 for a one-day pass – book your ticket here