THE PLANNER

MAR 25 Hung Shing Festival

Hung Shing Festival is a traditional celebration, honouring the god of the southern sea. What’s lined up for this century-old festival? Dragon and lion dances, a vibrant, jovial parade and Chinese opera performances, all held at a 245-year-old temple. Times vary. Free. hongkongcheapo.com

UNTIL MAR 9

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

UNTIL MAR 28

Active Angels Virtual Fundraising Walk

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

UNTIL MAR 31

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. Location and times vary. Free.

wewalk.hk.

MAR 5

International Women’s Day 2021 Virtual Lunch

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. 12.301.45pm. Free. twfhk.org

MAR 6

designed especially for children aged four to 14, ranging from 800 metres to 3.2 kilometres. Central Harbourfront. 10am-6.30pm. From $580.

spartanrace.hk

MAR 14

Discovery Bay Sunday Market

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

MAR 19-20

30-Hour Famine

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

MAR 20

Seasonal Family Fun Morning

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 market

Shop for goodies and support local dog charities. 11am-6pm. Free. Pets Central, Sai Kung.

hongkongliving.com/shop

APR 2

Good Friday

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

UNTIL APR 4

Hong Kong Arts Festival

If you love live theatre, classical piano, Western opera, and ballet, book your tickets for this five-week festival. Some performances will be online, while others will take place at various venues such as the Hong Kong City Hall Theatre in Central. From $170. hk.artsfestival.org

UNTIL APR 12

Hong Kong International Film Festival

Enjoy one of the biggest and most respected film festivals in Asia, with an impressive lineup of 200 new, noteworthy films from 60 countries. Venues vary. From $55.

hkiff.org.hk

APR 21

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in Concert

Watch the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong perform the entire magical score of the fourth Harry Potter film, while the movie plays on a 40foot screen. Star Hall, Kowloon Bay. 8pm. From

$680. hkticketing.com

MAY 2

Wonder Woman Run

Run like a hero in Hong Kong’s first Wonder Woman Run. Individual participants can choose between a 3, 5 or 10 kilometre course, while families can run together on the 3 kilometre course. A portion of the proceeds raised will be donated to Make-A-Wish Hong Kong. 7am3pm. From $398. Hong Kong Science Park.

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