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Art, rock, pop and the classics join gourmet treats on a calendar that promises plenty of food for the soul

1. IllusfairHK

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When: March 8 to 10

Where: Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre

What: Peruse and purchase works by 80 local artists at this festival dedicated to the illustrative arts. There will be workshops, demos and even a live portrait zone.

Find out more at facebook.com/Illusfairhk

2. Jim Gaffigan

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Above Jim Gaffigan

When: March 16

Where: Hong Kong Polytechnic University

What: The best jokes are the cleanest—so says the US stand-up comic. Watch his routine and judge for yourself.

Find out more at livenation.hk

3. Hong Kong International Film Festival

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Above The Crossing (Photo: Courtesy of Hong Kong International Film Festival)

When: March 18 to April 1

Where: Cultural Centre

What: Under the theme “colours in the dark,” the festival’s lineup will include 10 seminal works by renowned local actor and director Sammo Hung.

Find out more at hkiff.org.hk

See also: Tatler Travel News: March 2019

4. Taste of Hong Kong

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Taste of Hong Kong

When: March 21 to 24

Where: Central Harbourfront

What: The best and brightest eateries—from our shores and overseas—present delectable dishes at the city’s premier food festival.

Purchase tickets at ticketflap.com

5. Hong Kong Asian-Pop Music Festival

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Above Hong Kong Asian-Pop Music Festival 2018

When: March 22

Where: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

What: Pop powerhouses from across East and Southeast Asia come together to compete for Best Vocal Performance, Best Stage Performance, and Asian Supernova awards.

Find out more at hkamf.org

6. Little Basel

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Little Basel

When: March 23 to 24

Where: Dalton School Hong Kong

What: Little ones can learn to appreciate art from a young age through the 20 art stations, exhibitions, and other fun and exciting experiences at this two-day event.

Find out more at littlebasel.com

7. The Hong Kong French Theatre Festival

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Above Photo: Evelyne Desaux (Courtesy of The Hong Kong French Theatre Festival)

When: March 26 to 29

Where: Sheung Wan Civic Centre

What: This fourth edition of the festival presents five different French plays to enjoy, spanning themes from the tragic to the humourous.

See also: Get Involved: Hong Kong Charity Events In March 2019

8. HK Ballet: Le Corsaire

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Hong Kong Ballet

When: March 29 to 31

Where: Tuen Mun Town Hall

What: This beautiful ballet reinterprets The Corsair by Lord Byron, a tale in verse full of adventure.

Purchase tickets at urbtix.hk

9. Art Basel in Hong Kong

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Art Basel

When: March 29 to 31

Where: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

What: The highlight of Hong Kong's art calendar returns, showcasing leading and emerging artists from across the globe.

Find out more at artbasel.com/hong-kong

10. Great Piano Concertos

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Above Photo: Courtesy of the Hong Kong Sinfonietta

When: March 30

Where: City Hall

What: German pianist Martin Helmchen will perform Beethoven’s majestic Piano Concerto No 4 in his debut with the Hong Kong Sinfonietta.

Purchase tickets at urbtix.hk

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