What’s On HKG: Happy Wednesday Music Festival, HK Dragon Boat Races, & More

Hong Kong is buzzing this month with events that celebrate heritage, innovation, and shared experiences. Dive into centuries of craftsmanship at the Rolex GMT-MASTER EXHIBITION or feel the rush of tradition and teamwork at the Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races. From waterfront festivals to stunning public art, discover everything happening this week and beyond. Don't miss out!
Happy Wednesday: Music Festival

Get ready to party at Happy Wednesday’s five-week Music Festival at Happy Valley Racecourse, transforming the Beer Garden into a global celebration of sound and flavor! Happening on June 4, 11, 25, and July 9 and 16, the festival features international acts like Natalia D, ABBA tribute band BABBA, MsLolo, Katt Rockell, and Rechelle Mansour. Expect themed décor, great eats, and high-energy performances! Admission for ages 18 and up only.
STITCH ARRIVES!!! @Harbour City

Get ready for tropical fun as “STITCH ARRIVES!!! @Harbour City” brings Hong Kong its biggest-ever solo event for Disney’s mischievous blue alien. From now until June 15, Harbour City transforms into Stitch’s Hawaiian getaway, complete with giant installations, themed workshops, and over 800 exclusive collectibles. Don’t miss the 7-meter URDU WISHER Stitch, beachy photo zones, and hands-on OHANA crafts for the whole family!
Ryoko Kui & 'Delicious in Dungeon' Exhibit in Hong Kong

Explore the fantastical world of "Delicious in Dungeon" at the Ryoko Kui Exhibition, running until June 15 at INCUBASE Arena in Hong Kong. This first overseas showcase features 150+ works by Ryoko Kui, including rare illustrations and behind-the-scenes content. Step into a life-sized fantasy labyrinth, snap photos, shop exclusive merchandise, and dine at a themed café. Tickets start at HK$88 and include a random character bookmark.
Dancing Water Drops Exhibition

Experience the Dancing Water Drops Exhibition through June 13 at Tamar Park and the Central & Western District Promenade. Honoring 60 years of Dongjiang water supply to Hong Kong, this large-scale public art show by artist Simon Ma features evolving installations, including a record-setting 28.8-meter-tall water drop. Admission is free, with online booking recommended. Celebrate vitality, heritage, and unity through this striking tribute to water’s role in daily life!
Rolex GMT-MASTER EXHIBITION Time Zone To Time Zone

Step into the world of a watchmaking legend at the Rolex GMT-MASTER EXHIBITION: Time Zone To Time Zone, on view until June 8 at Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District. Making its Hong Kong debut after premiering in Geneva, this free exhibition explores the heritage of the GMT-Master through vintage timepieces, themed displays, and a documentary film. Open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM, with online registration required.
Works by Wang Weijen Architecture 2015-2025

Explore architecture’s evolving role in China’s urban-rural transformation at Works by Wang Weijen Architecture 2015–2025, on view from June 2 to 12 at the Anita Chan Lai-ling Gallery. Featuring projects that highlight Courtyardism and human-scaled spatial complexity, the exhibition also includes two public forums and a June 3 opening reception. Admission is free.
Celebrate Tuna Cutting with Chef Toshiyuki Shiramizu

Witness the artistry of Japanese culinary tradition at Nobu Hong Kong’s first-ever Tuna Cutting Ceremony on June 5 at Regent Hong Kong. Watch Chef Toshiyuki Shiramizu expertly break down a 70-kilogram bluefin tuna from Nagasaki, followed by a seven-course menu and Champagne toast. This one-night-only event begins at 7 PM. Tickets are HK$1,888 plus 10% service charge. Reserve a slot now!
International Football Friendly Match

Support the Hong Kong, China Representative Team (HKRT) as they prepare for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Final Round with an International Friendly Match against Nepal on June 5 at 8 PM at Hong Kong Stadium. HKRT competes in Group B of the EAFF E-1 Football Championship Preliminary Competition 2024 alongside Mongolia and Chinese Taipei. The group winner advances to the finals on Dec. 17, battling for a spot in next year’s Republic of Korea finals. Fans are encouraged to come and cheer for their favorite players!
2025 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

The Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races return on June 7-8 at Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, featuring over 190 teams and 4,500 athletes in 19 thrilling competitions. The event includes new categories like the Secondary Schools and Disciplinary Forces Championships, themed food stalls, panda photo spots, and exclusive merchandise. Race weekend festivities feature a Beer Garden, live streaming zones, and Cirque du Soleil performances. Don’t miss Hong Kong’s iconic summer sporting event!
Versailles: The Lost Gardens of the Sun King

“Versailles: Lost Gardens of the Sun King” is a 25-minute virtual reality experience running from June 8 to Nov. 30 at Visionairs in WestK Art Park. Guided by André Le Nôtre, visitors explore three lost garden wonders of Louis XIV’s Versailles: the Grotto of Tethys, Royal Menagerie, and Labyrinth grove. Presented in multiple languages and suitable for ages 6 and up, tickets cost HK$200 (concessions available). Experience the Sun King’s garden legacy reborn through immersive technology!
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