HONG KONG AND LOS ANGELES–(COMMERCIAL WIRE)–Winters can be mild in Hong Kong, but the festive spirit here shines brightly in the region. Heartwarming and romance-inviting Christmas decor is just part of the whole holiday experience, and here are five Instagrammable spots you and your friends and family shouldn’t miss in the coming weeks:
Hong Kong WinterFest: The tallest outdoor Christmas tree in the city
This holiday season, a 65-foot-tall Christmas tree takes center stage in the romantic Christmas town on the harbor front of West Kowloon’s cultural district, the heart of Hong Kong WinterFest, presented by the Board of Hong Kong tourism. With music and special effects of twinkling lights, the tallest outdoor Christmas tree in the city, combined with beautiful panoramic views of the world famous Victoria Harbour, will tempt your smartphone camera. Don’t forget to visit Christmas Wonderland, where Christmas-themed accommodations await you to embark on a fantastic Christmas journey. From now until January 1, 2023, at Harborside Lawn West, West Kowloon Cultural District
Harbor City: a glittering fantasy fairyland
One of the city’s largest shopping malls has been turned into a “unicorn merry-go-round paradise,” taking visitors to the land of fairy tales. Walking through the forecourt of the Ocean Terminal, visitors will be surrounded by a myriad of glittering Christmas trees, both on the ground and in the sky. Also not to be missed: the Unicorn Merry-Go-Round Palace, with hundreds of glamorous star-shaped lights hanging from the ceiling…the best photo spots for your Instagram post! From now until January 2, 2023, in Harbor City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Lee Tung Avenue – Asia’s largest disco ball decoration
It’s all about glitz and glamor this festive season at Lee Tung Avenue. Asia’s largest disco ball, at 23 feet tall and covered in more than 2,000 mirror pieces, hovers over the avenue’s tree-lined walkway as hit music from the ’70s and ’80s blares through the air.
On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, Lee Tung Avenue “Let It Snow”, featuring snow effects when the sky darkens. Put on your brightest disco outfit on Christmas Day to join in the Christmas Night Fever, complete with dance performances and live DJ entertainment. From now until January 2, 2023 at Lee Tung Avenue, 200 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai
LANDMARK: Oversized Gingerbread Bakery Adventure
With the activation of the charitably delicious Mrs. Claus Bakery in LANDMARK’s soaring, high-ceilinged atrium, the spirit of giving is at an all-time high in the shopping complex this merry season. With a giant gingerbread house, a hover plane, a hot air balloon and cute animal friends welcoming you to the Bakery premises, there is no shortage of perfect moments. Capture a perfect moment with Mrs. Claus and her trusty sidekick, the Gingerbread Man! From now until January 2, 2023 at LANDMARK, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central
Tai Kwun – Modern Light Show x Historical Monument
The revitalized heritage complex in Central will come alive with festive celebrations this December. Romantic Christmas sights and sounds will fill the air at Tai Kwun, with a grand Christmas tree on the Parade Ground. To top it off, there will also be a dazzling light show in the evenings. A series of joyous surprises await you, including fun-filled circus shows and melodious musical performances, promising a modern-day Christmas in one of Hong Kong’s most historic locations. Starting December 1, 2022, at Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
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