The Tatler guide to what's on in Hong Kong this week
It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday, so you probably already have your weekend all booked up with spa experiences and decadent brunches. But there’s plenty happening during the rest of the week—check our list of top things to do in Hong Kong.
Celebrate a milestone
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Ophelia’s First Anniversary
Zany bartrepreneur Ashley Sutton's first Hong Kong creation is turning one this Wednesday, and the birthday bash promises their signature extravagant entertainment style and happy hour all night. Join in the festivities at one of the hottest bars in town.
May 10, Ophelia’s, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, facebook.com
Enjoy a cultural performance
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Paris Ballet Legends
Le French May continues this week with a stunning performance from the Paris Ballet Legends. Artistic director Frederic Fontan brings together the Paris Opera Ballet and renowned pianist Henri Barda in a tribute to Paris, and the artists, writers and thinkers inspired by it over the years.
May 11-12, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, ticket.urbtix.hk
Be inspired by tatler_stories
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CoCoon Market Meetup: Femme-trepreneur
Calling all budding entrepreneurs—CoCoon HK invites you to join them for an afternoon of inspiring talks and discussions. Guest speakers Esther Ma, CEO and founder of Prestique, and Michelle Chan, founder of GisteNote, will share their personal tatler_stories of entrepreneurship and chair a discussion about women in business.
May 12, 3/F Citicorp Centre, 18 Whitfield Road, Causeway Bay, facebook.com
Take a boat trip
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Aqua Luna II complimentary weekend
The traditional Chinese Junk Boat Aqua Luna was joined by a second sister ship at the end of April. The Aqua Luna II is now touring the harbour with her distinctive white and blue dragon sails, constructed over two years by one of the last junk boat master craftsmen.
To celebrate the latest addition to their fleet, the Aqua Luna II will offer complimentary rides to all HKID holders this weekend—so if you want to see Hong Kong the old-fashioned way, jump aboard.
May 13-14, Central Pier 9, Hong Kong, aqualuna.com.hk
Go to a ball
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Dutch Association Oranjebal
The Dutch Association’s annual Orange Ball (or Oranjebal) is back, with an under the ocean theme as it raises funds for The Hong Kong Sea School. A cocktail party and seated dinner will be followed by an auction and raffle, with the party continuing into the small hours.
May 13, Central Ferry Pier 7, Central, Hong Kong, events.nedverhk.com
Have a weekend of wellness
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IRIS Yoga Festival
Hong Kong’s first wellness festival is back, with a whole host of expert yogis and wellness gurus to guide you through two days of yoga, meditation, fitness and craft markets. Check out the schedule to make sure you don’t miss your favourite sessions, and head along for a day of relaxation and revitalization in the heart of the city.
May 13-14, Kowloon West Cultural District Nursery Park, Kowloon, Hong Kong, irishkg.com