PLANNER
Mark your calendars for these March events ranging from 800 metres to 3.2 kilometres. Central Harbourfront. 10am-6.30pm. Starts at $580. spartanrace.hk
MAR 14
Discovery Bay Sunday Market
MAR 8
International Women’s Day A day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women throughout history. Turn to our cover story on page 16 to read about eight female entrepreneurs making their mark on Hong Kong.
See What Lies Beneath Pop-Up Gallery This unique photo exhibition will depict the harrowing struggle of advanced breast cancer. Aiming to raise awareness of genetic testing, this gallery is presented by the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation. Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay. Times vary. Free. hkbcf.org
Seasonal Family Fun Morning
CMHK Hiking Festival Take on a 5G technology-integrated hiking challenge and have the chance to win exciting prizes including an iPhone 12 and Samsung Galaxy Note 20. Free. Location and times vary. wewalk.hk.
MAR 5
International Women’s Day 2021 Virtual Lunch
Move for a good cause this month. Raise funds for the children of Bali Kids living with HIV/AIDS and for the children of Sunrise Cambodia. The virtual walk can be done from anywhere, as long as you register to track your steps. Donations from $250. angels-for-children.org.
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30-Hour Famine
MAR 20
UNTIL MAR 31
Active Angels Virtual Fundraising Walk
MAR 19-20
The annual famine event will take place virtually this year with a theme of Heated Hunger. All funds raised will go to support World Vision’s assistance projects for children and families in Zimbabwe, South Sudan and Somalia. 30hourfamine.org
UNTIL MAR 9
UNTIL MAR 28
Support local business owners at Handmade Hong Kong’s craft market. Artists, bakers, designers and makers will be selling bags, jewellery, home accessories, fine art and more! Discovery Bay Plaza. 11am-6pm. Free. handmadehongkong.com
Focused on women in film and other creative industries, The Women’s Foundation’s virtual lunch, Scripting Our Future - A Gender Equal Narrative, will feature industry experts, insightful speakers and their heartwarming stories. 12.30pm-1.45pm. Free. twfhk.org
MAR 6
Spartan Kids Race Let your kids smash through obstacle courses designed especially for children aged four to 14,
Take part in this family fun fair and enjoy Spring and Easter crafts, planting and breadmaking, topped off with a special puppet show. Highgate House School, the Peak. 9.30am-11am. $371. highgatehouse.edu.hk
MAR 20
Sai Kung Magazine’s Pet-friendly Pop-up Shop for goodies, support local businesses and enjoy stunning views from Pets Central’s rooftop at Sai Kung Magazine’s first pet-friendly market. Proceeds will be donated to local dog charities Catherine’s Puppies and Sai Kung Stray Friends. 11-6pm. Free. Pets Central, Sai Kung. hongkongliving.com
MAR 26 & 27
OWN Future Fair Asia’s most innovative and diverse future exploration event, OWN is for students, educators, and parents from all over the globe. Confirmed speakers are from Standard Chartered, Lane Crawford Group, South China Morning Post, Rosewood and more. Times vary. Free. ownacademy.co
