There is something for everyone to enjoy this February. From concerts for music lovers and marathons for fitness buffs to Russell Peters’ stand-up comedy and many more events in line, here are all the fun-filled things to do in Hong Kong this month.
The Hong Kong Arts Festival
The Hong Kong Arts Festival returns for its 51st iteration this month. Each and every year the festival manages to cram in an astonishing array of performances, typically ranging from much-loved classical favourites to more outré, experimental productions. In addition to its active programme of international features, the Festival also commissions and produces theatre, chamber opera and contemporary dance performances by Hong Kong’s own creative talents. The festival also offers a diverse range of supporting and educational activities.
When: 17 Feb
Price: Prices vary
Location: Various locations
For more information: hk.artsfestival.org
AOMG Concert – Follow The Movement
Following the Hong Kong appearances of two of the world’s most popular girl groups last month, it’s once again a treat for the city’s K-Pop fans with confirmation that six of the musicians signed up to Korea’s record label, AOMG, will be appearing in Hong Kong. Soulful songs from Lee Hi and Yugyueom, high-energy rap performances from Simon Dominic and Loco, moody and mellow tunes from Gray and Woo Won Jae and collaborative performances from the whole pantheon are all on offer for just one night at KITEC.
When: 3 Feb
Price: From HK$988
Location: Star Hall, KITEC
Spin Expo Hong Kong
The Spin Expo is the leading industry-sourcing exhibition dedicated to innovation in the yarns, fibre and knitwear sectors. Attracting international exhibitors, the show welcomes a diverse range of businesses, including many of the market leaders in the ready-to-wear, knitwear, hosiery, activewear, and homeware sectors. The show has long been a fixture on the calendar of the fashion world’s key decision-makers, sourcing professionals, designers and buyers.
When: 8-9 Feb
Price: Free entry
Location: The Space, Lai Chi Kok
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon
The 2022 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon will actually – and slightly confusingly – take place this month. A signature event on the city’s sporting calendar, the Marathon never fails to attract racers from Hong Kong and across the world, making it one of Asia’s most popular running events. There are a number of categories,with the family run, the full marathon (42km long), the half-marathon (21km) and the 3km wheelchair race proving the most popular.
When: 12 Feb
Price: Prices vary
Location: Different locations
For more information: sc.com
Westlife Concert
Get ready to enjoy a vintage Westlife performance, one that will make your Valentine’s evening a truly unforgettable one. The band – Mark Feehily, Shane Filan, Kian Egan and Nicky Byrne – is finally able to bring The Wild Dreams Tour to Hong Kong. As part of what is to be a special night, the band will not only be treating fans to stunning renditions of many of their greatest hits but will also be playing their acclaimed new single, Starlight, for the very first time in Hong Kong.
When: 14 Feb
Price: From $699
Location: AsiaWorld-Expo
For more information: hkticketing.com
Russell Peters – Act Your Age
If you haven’t yet encountered Russell Peters, then you’ve missed out on one of the true highlights of the comedy scene. This extraordinarily talented and hilarious man has been performing since the 80s and has played to standingroom- only audiences in countless countries around the world, as well as appearing in several high-profile TV shows and big-budget movies. As part of his Act Your Age world tour, the Canadian comedian will be performing at Kitec Hall in EMax on February 15.
When: 15 Feb
Price: From $599
Location:Discovery Bay Main Plaza
For more information: handmadehongkong.com
Vegetarian Food Asia
As Hong Kong’s most comprehensive vegetarian and green lifestyle exhibition, VFA prides itself on showcasing a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan products from around the world. The three day event is said to be larger than ever with more than 600 vegetarian, vegan, green living, natural and organic product brands participating, while 5,000 different foods, products and services will all be on offer. 50 onsite activities will also be provided for attendees.
When: 17-19 Feb
Price: From $25
Location: HKCEC
For more information: egfoodasia.com
One Republic
The American pop rock band OneRepublic is best known for such all-time chart-toppers as Apologize and Counting Stars, while, more recently, I Ain’t Worried, proved one of the highlights of the Top Gun: Maverick soundtrack. You’d be advised to secure tickets as soon as possible if you want to enjoy the band’s notoriously high energy on-stage performance as part of this critically-acclaimed world tour.
When: 21 Feb
Price: From $599
Location: AsiaWorld-Expo
For more information: hkticketing.com
Oxfam Trailwalker
The Oxfam Trailwalker is now one of the largest fundraising sporting events in Hong Kong. More than 100,000 participants have raised some HK$600 million in support of Oxfam’s many poverty alleviation and emergency relief projects across Africa and Asia (including Hong Kong and mainland China). The event will start at the Pak Tam Chung Snack Stand in Sai Kung and then proceed across sections one to nine of the Maclehose Trail.
When: 24-26 Feb
Price: From $1600 per team
Location: Different locations
For more information: oxfamtrailwalker.org.hk