WEEKENDER: Hollywood Rd Fashion & Lifestyle Pop-Up, House of Vans and more

What’s on this weekend…

Thanks to the mid-autumn public holidays, our week has flown by and the weekend is upon us again! Make sure you head to the Hollywood Rd Pop-Up and stock up on everything you need to rock Fall/Winter ’17. When you’re finished shopping til you drop, chill out with festivals, music and al fresco markets. Then, look to the week ahead when you can sip plenty of wine, go to a film screening and even take part in a pub quiz to brighten up your work days…

The Best Of Hong Kong Pop Up Is Here (But Hurry, It Disappears in 72 Hours)

Don’t miss this three-day multi-brand pop-up and street party featuring curated, fashion and lifestyle brands that are sure to get you excited for autumn! Highlighting its Fall/Winter ‘17 Collections, you’ll be able to check out (and purchase!) the latest unique finds and local gems. Get up to 50% off exclusive items! Shop high end apparel and accessories, including a hand-picked selection of fine and statement jewellery, sunglasses, bags, shoes and scarves. You’ll also be able to shop for 100% natural, handmade beauty products as well as eco-friendly home and lifestyle accessories. Brands include: A.C.F Clothing, Lucie Locket, Erth Company, French Allure, Ika Butoni, RIL CREED, Innikali, Swedish Handmade, Adruzy, Bamboa, DorisKath, Ish Cashmere, Midoti, and Fave by Kenny Li. What are you waiting for? Sign up now!

When: Friday, 6 October, from 1pm to 8pm; Saturday, 7 October from 11am to 7pm, and Sunday, 8 October from 11am to 6pm
Where: La Galerie, 74 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free! Just RSVP via Instagram, Facebook, Eventbrite or email [email protected] and all who attend will receive a complimentary gift bag, drinks and nibbles on arrival to the Friday night street party. 

House of Vans

Let your imagination run loose this weekend at House of Vans, featuring live music, art, workshops, skate parks and food (with the likes of Little Bao, Rhoda and Le Garçon Saigon all on the roster!). Sign up for workshops and find more info here.

When: Friday, 6 October & Saturday, 7 October,
Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free to attend!

POHO Organic Market

Have you been waiting for the day that a fresh and organic farmer’s market popped up on the streets of HK? Well, this weekend your prayers have been answered! Bringing local, organic farmers (and their freshest seasonal produce!) to Sheung Wan, enjoy a lazy Saturday afternoon checking out what’s on offer.

When: Saturday, 7 October, 11am
Where: teakha, Shop B, 18 Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: Free to attend!

DELTA open_air

Set atop a secret hilltop location overlooking the city, DELTA open_air is the outdoor music event not to be missed. Enjoy the autumn sunshine whilst relaxing to deep techno beats, and enjoying refreshing drinks, delicious food and more.

When: Saturday, 7 October, 12pm to 11pm
Where: Exclusive hilltop venue to be announced! (15 minutes from Central, Hong Kong)
How much: $500 (second release) / $600 (final release) – get your tickets here!

Conscious Cinema 008

Head to Grassroots Pantry this Sunday for you to watch the documentary, PLANEAT, followed by an up close and personal session with the passionate filmmaker, Shelley Lee Davies. Sure to provide a little food for thought, the documentary focuses on three men’s search for a diet that is good for our health, good for the environment and good for the future of the planet.

When: Sunday, 8 October, 4pm to 7pm
Where: Grassroots Pantry, 108 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: $280 per person (includes two house beverages and bar snacks!) – RSVP by emailing [email protected], or call 2873 3353

Charity Pub Quiz

It’s time to set your competitive spirit free and test your trivia knowledge (all in the name of charity, of course), with Garage Society’s Charity Pub Quiz! A team of four to six people is just $300 (and includes beer!), and proceeds go towards Refugeek to educate refugees in tech and coding skills. What more of an excuse do we need to grab some friends, have a beer or two and get quizzical?

When: Tuesday, 10 October, 7pm to 10pm
Where: Garage Society QRC, 19/F, 299 Queens Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: $300 per team – four to six people max. per team (1 litre of beer included) – get your tickets here!

Wednesday Winesday

Showcasing an exclusive selection of free-flow French red, white and rosé wines, alongside an assortment of cheese and charcuterie, get yourselves to I Know John this Wednesday for a midweek treat!

When: Wednesday, 11 October, 7pm to 9pm
Where: I Know John, 9/F, The Loop, 33 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: $220 per person