FESTIVE FUN Magical events not to be missed

Enjoy a Disney Christmas

There will be an abundance of holiday cheer at Disney this year with magical snowfall and Christmas parades. Duffy and Friends will appear on holiday-themed whirlies; Santa Goofy will make an appearance in an all-new stage show in front of the Castle of Magical Dreams. Santa Mickey, Santa Goofy and Santa Stitch will also be on hand to say hello at The Annex on Main Street. And don’t forget to head to the winter market in the Fantasy Gardens to top up on Christmas gifts.

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The Nutcracker

Let your holiday spirits soar with The Nutcracker. An adventure awaits as Clara and her magical Nutcracker battle the villainous Rat King and embark on a fantasy journey highlighting early 20th century Hong Kong’s history, culture and natural beauty. A glorious feast for the eyes and ears, this nostalgic extravaganza with original choreography by Webre features a riveting fusion of local historical characters, charming wildlife and shared Hong Kong traditions. The Nutcracker runs 11–26 December at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre.

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Movie Magic at Potato Head

Grab your friends for a magical movie night at Potato Head's Music Room each Wednesday in December. The entrance fee is $150 per person and includes a glass of Perrier-Jouet Blanc de Blanc. Films include Last Christmas, Home Alone, The Holiday and Love Actually.

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Head over to the Fringe Club for a Christmas classic this 2021 adapted by Sweet and Sour Productions. It would not be Christmas without Scrooge! Shows take place 1–4 December and ticket prices start from $230 HKD per person. www.ticketflap.com/achristmascarol2021

Winter Wonderland

A Winter Wonderland European Christmas market is being held at the Asia World Expo between 13 December and 2 January. With an amusement area, plenty of shopping delights and an immersive multisensory light bathing experience, surrounded by ‘Northern Light’s and kinetic sound healing. Tickets cost $68 and are available from www.klook.com/en-HK