Nightlife HKG: Australian DJ MarLo at Space and More Parties this Weekend

Another weekend in Hong Kong is upon us, and this spells for a jam-packed schedule of happy hour and cocktail nights, fresh raves, and club nights you must not miss. We save you the stress of planning your weekend and week ahead with our rundown of the best nightlife events.

1. Australia’s DJ MarLo Pitstops at Space Club on Massive EDM China Tour 

Crowned as Down Under's top DJ by InTheMix, MaRLo will be hitting the city at Space Club for a wicked night of big room and EDM tunes, as his final leg on the DJs tour through China. Performing at Tomorrowland, Ultra, EDC and Creamfields, MarLo knows how to make a crowd move, and he will do that on July 1.

When: 10 PM till 3 AM, July 1

Where: Space, Shop 2, G/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong

How much: Buy tickets, HK$300

2. R&B Hours Selecting Premium Tunes at New Maggie Choo’s Bar in Central

The hottest groups and selectors of R&B, afro-beats and hip-hop in Hong Kong, including Mama Told Me, BLCKOUT, and Good Vibes Only, are joining up with new Chinoiserie-themed bar Maggie Choo’s for the first of a monthly series hitting the best R&B tunes with fine cocktails.

When: 4 PM till late, July 2

Where: Maggie Choo’s, G/F, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, Hollywood Road, Central

How much: Buy tickets, HK$250 online, HK$300 including one drink

3. ADNA x Y2K Presents the Fine House DJing of Red Pig Flower from Berlin

New party concept ADNA bringing fresh DJs and music to the city, is pairing up with the people behind Y2K nights to welcome Berlin’s Red Pig Flower to Hong Kong for a secret party rolling out smooth and kinetic tunes all night on the National holiday this Saturday. Don’t miss this groovy night, joined by Hong Kong local DJs Ocean Lam and Spencer.

When: 11 PM till late, July 1

Where: Secret location, find information here

How much: HK$300 door ticket

4. Pride Month Finale Party at Petticoat Lane Supported by Gay Games Hong Kong

Celebrate the end of a wicked pride month in Hong Kong with Petticoat Lane and Gay Games this weekend, with a night of beats selected by DJ Gay Chav and DJ Tao, and performances from SuiMuis and drag queen Jhara Latina Fabulousa. Dress code is neon colours, so come to wow and impress the lovely boys partying this Saturday!

When: 9 PM till 4 AM, July 1

Where: Petticoat Lane, 8/F, California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong

How much: Buy tickets, HK$150 including one drink

5. UK Garage and House Provocateurs Rezonate Celebrate One Year Anniversary at Social Room

The team behind Rezonate, a top Hong Kong night event for House, UK Garage, and drum and bass, are celebrating their big one-year anniversary at Social Room with the fifth volume night. Joining the crew are Jeremy Cheung of Typhoon8 Records, a legend on the scene, joesnotdead, Just Bee, Metrobob, Storm and Teng.

When: 10 PM till 5 AM, July 1

Where: Social Room, 3/F, Won Hing Building, 74-78 Stanley Street, Central, Hong Kong

How much: HK$150 door ticket

6. New Night bsync Hosting Mega Kowloon Party of Drum n Bass All Night Long

Get ready for a big one on the weekend featuring new nighttime events 50vx50, as they bring you through a heavy night of great drum and bass tunes in a secret location with tunes going on for eight hours. DJs Jfung, Spencer, Mapei and more are expected to lift your spirits at this event.

When: 11 PM till late, July 1

Where: Secret location

How much: HK$200 on door

7. Studio 33 Hosting Latin Party Featuring Fine Tunes, Food, and Vibes

Join your amigos and amigas for Studio 33’s monthly Latin party, hosted every first Saturday of the month, where you can grind and groove away at some cheeky fun Latin music from 9 PM until the early hours of the morning. Sounds are here from Columbian music maker DJ JC.

When: 9 PM till late, July 1

Where: Studio 33, 5/F, 31-33 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong

How much: Buy tickets, HK$120 early bird ticket, HK$180 regular entry

Sip & Save: Pre-Game Like a Pro at These Bars

BOUND Kowloon

One of those places that you need to go to truly experience the vibe of the place. Located on Boundary Street in Sham Shui Po, this deep-Kowloon joint specialises in strong cocktails, Hong Kong craft beer, and local indie and band music to flavour your tastebuds before a big night on the dark-side.

Where: Bound Kowloon, 32 Boundary Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon

The Green Door

Hong Kong’s hottest new bar opening is The Green Door, a speakeasy hidden on the messy streets of Central, taking influences from Alice in Wonderland and the drinking dens of New York. Expect great classic cocktails paired with American finger food served at the bar or in the elegant cubby seating areas.

Where: The Green Door, G/F, 97 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong

BUTLER Cocktail Bar

An import from the streets of Ginza in Tokyo, BUTLER in Tsim Sha Tsui is a fine venue for sampling the great mixology of Japan, set up by the famed Oriental Sake Bar Yu-Zen’s former master mixologist Masayuki Uchida. Climb up into this semi-hidden bar for drinks that are created with meticulous craft and perfection, and the best sakes and whiskeys.

Where: BUTLER Cocktail Bar, 5/F, Mody House, 30 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon