THE PLANNER

Mark your calendars for these April events

APR 5-6 Hong Kong Living Easter Fair

Join us at The Pulse for two days of pop-ups, yoga and Easter fun. Children will love the rooftop activities and a fun-filled Easter egg hunt. 11-6pm. Free. the pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay.

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UNTIL APR 4

Hong Kong Arts Festival

A five-week live theatre festival with classical piano, Western opera and ballet performances. Online and in various locations including Hong Kong City Hall Theatre. From

$170. hk.artsfestival.org

UNTIL MAY 3

Le French May Exhibition

From April 29 to May 3, enjoy a showcase of over 20 foreign photographers and sculptors with the theme of rebirth to celebrate the energy of life. All profits will be donated to Children of Mekong, to educate children and access a better life. the pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay. thepulse.com.hk 8 | SOUTHSIDE

APR 1-12

Hong Kong International Film Festival

Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the festival through virtual and theatre screenings of films celebrating Chinese cinema and local talent. From $55. hkiff.org.hk

APR 2

Good Friday

Enjoy the long weekend and keep an eye out for the Easter bunny.

APR 2-3

Peppa Pig Live

Follow along with Peppa and friends at her live show, featuring new music and adventures. From $280. Star Hall, Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre.

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APR 5

HK50 WEST

Run across the west of Hong Kong from Shing Mun Reservoir Catchwater across the Maclehose Trail to the Lung Mun Country Trail in a 6km, 10km, 25km or 54km race. 6:30am. From $180. Shing Mun Reservoir Catchwater, Tsuen Wan.

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APR 10

The Vow Open Day

For those looking for the perfect wedding venue, The Vow’s open day will let you experience the breathtaking 180º Seaview of Repulse Bay where you can say I do. the pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay. thevow.com.hk

APR 17

Forest Bathing and DIY Coffee

A guided forest bathing tour to appreciate Japanese tradition of relaxing by connecting with nature. Enjoy a cup of hand-brewed coffee in the wild. $680. Shek Kip Mei. k11.com

APR 24-25

Life Mart – Scream It Out! Pet Carnival

Support over 100 local businesses at this handicraft market. Featuring hilarious screaming chickens and fascinating workshop experiences. the pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay.

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MAY 2

Wonder Woman Run

Run like a hero in Hong Kong’s first Wonder Woman Run. Individual participants can choose between a 3km, 5km or 10km course, while families can run together on a 3km course. A portion of proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Hong Kong. 7am-3pm. From $398. Hong Kong Science Park. wonderwomanrunhk.

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MAY 9

Mother’s Day

Celebrate mum this Sunday. Flowers and breakfast in bed would be much appreciated.

NOV 5-7

Hong Kong Rugby Sevens

Hong Kong’s biggest three-day party is back (hopefully) with a three day rugby fest. Don your best costume and head to the South Stand early. hksevens.com

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NOV 26-28

Clockenflap

The harbourfront music festival return after a two-year hiatus. Artists and performers yet to be announced. clockenflap.com

MAY 21-30

Steering the Course

Hebe Haven Yacht Club and Sailability HK will be hosting a global women’s sailing festival featuring on-and-off-water activities and events to encourage participation by women and girls in sailing. The festival will bring together sailing communities from all backgrounds and events will take place in multiple countries at the same time. Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung. hhyc.org.hk

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