What’s on this weekend…
Another fabulous Friday has arrived and with it some refreshing weather! Like most weekends, this one doesn’t fall short of exciting happenings. Amp up for two glorious days of craft beer drinking with Beertopia, or perhaps an evening sipping free-flow red wine at the Flying Winemaker’s RED party is more your style? Whatever you fancy, there’s sure to be something to keep you entertained this weekend…
Calling all Bali Beach Babes…
Okay, so Bali has got to be on your list as a favourite holiday destination, right? Beautiful beaches, cooler than cool cafes, stellar surfing spots and gorgeous natural surroundings… what’s not to love? If you’re looking to escape the city and need a good deal, check out Flight Centre’s offer to Anantara Seminyak. For only $6,099 (taxes from $350) will get you 3 nights’ in an Anantara Suite at this serene, laid-back hotel. Chill by the infinity-pool and gaze out at the Indian Ocean, unwind with a 60-min signature massage at the spa palace and indulge in daily breakfast – it’s all included (plus return airport transfers!). Pretty good value if you ask us… and it’ll be worth every penny when you’re lounging by the beach sippin’ on a cocktail!
When: Book now with Flight Centre, offer valid until 19 December 2016.
Where: Anantara Seminyak, Bali
How much: $6,099 (taxes from $350) including: 3 nights’ accommodation in an Anantara Suite, return flights, a complimentary 60-minute massage, daily breakfast and airport transfers.
Win Tickets to WICKED!
Hold on to your pointy hats girls, the spellbinding and hit musical WICKED is making its way to Hong Kong this festive season! Debuting in December, catch the musical phenomenon straight from big city lights on Broadway and the West End in the ‘untold story of Oz’. And we’re so excited (and extremely jealous) that we’re able to give three lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets each! Simply enter the giveaway by clicking the button below, cross your fingers and wish for a little magic…
When: Thursday, 8 December 2016 – Sunday, 22 January 2017
Where: The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Lyric Theatre
How much: Tickets start from $445 – grab yours here!
Jazz for Gender Equality
Get jazzy and head out for a night out with Magos Herrera, an amazing leading lady of Jazz, from at a benefit concert in support of HeForShe. It’s all about spreading love and acceptance, the ultimate great cause! All of the proceeds will support gender equality research at HKU and you surely won’t be disappointed in the show.
When: Sunday, 20 November, 7.30pm
Where: Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Tickets start from $180 – grab yours here! All proceeds from the event will benefit gender equality research led by the University of Hong Kong.
Jewish Film Festival
The Hong Kong Jewish Film Festival is back for its 17th year, debuting dozens of brand new notable Jewish films and shorts screenings for the week long event. The festival kicks of with Remember, a film starring Academy Award winners Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau. That’s not all – enjoy a delicious dessert party after the film on the Asia Society rooftop! Aside from many screenings, there will be an array of guest speakers throughout the week.
When: Saturday, 19 November – Sunday, 27 November
Where: Asia Society Hong Kong Center, 9, Justice Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How much: Prices vary. For general details and film previews check out the website here.
Red Party
An evening of red wine, music and a gourmet buffet sounds like the perfect Friday night to us! For one night only, The Flying Winemaker is hosting a RED party – providing a variety of free-flow red wines and sangria, tunes from DJ Xlarge and good times all round.The event will be held at the super coop private kitchen and gallery Dine Art, so grab the girls and enjoy a night on the town! Sample new and classic blends, mingle and dance the night away! Red attire is encouraged.
When: Friday, 18 November, 8-11pm
Where: DineArt, 16F Kwai Bo industrial building, 40 Wong Chuk Hang, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
How much: $488, grab your ticket here!
Beertopia
The biggest craft beer festival of Hong Kong is finally here! The 5th annual Beertopia is back in the 852 and will be taking over the Central harbourfront. Over 500 different beers from around the globe will be available for your beer tasting pleasure as well as an array of food vendors to help soak it all up. Aside from bevvies and bites, there will be a shisha garden, live music, games and plenty of quality entertainment. This is the place to beer if you’re a craft beer lover… Cheers!
When:Friday, 18 November, 6-11pm – Saturday, 19 November, 12-11pm
Where: Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong
How much: Starting from $285 – grab your ticket here!