A Gweilo's Guide

Follow our guide for how to celebrate the Ching Ming holiday in Hong Kong, how locals pay respect to family that has passed and ancestors, customs to follow, as well as what superstitious acts to avoid.

Read why we celebrate Chung Yeung Festival in Hong Kong, what customs are traditional with the Chinese festival, and why we remain close to our ancestors.

Dive into the heart of the Mid-Autumn Festival, with its deep-rooted traditions, mooncakes, and lanterns lighting the way to familial unity and thanksgiving.

Read more about the history of the superstitious Hungry Ghost Festival in Hong Kong, what traditions to follow, and what not to do to avoid bad luck.

Learn about the Dragon Boat Festival, celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, commemorating the death of the patriotic poet Qu Yuan.

Buddha's Birthday is a popular celebration for Buddhists in Hong Kong, commemorating the birth of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism.

For new expats moving to Hong Kong, we detail the best neighbourhoods and places to move and live in Hong Kong for quiet, bustle, and proximity to the centre.

We tell you everything you need to know about celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Hong Kong; what lucky dishes to eat, and what superstitious acts to avoid.