Cool Things to Do in Winter in Hong Kong
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Wrap the little ones up warm and enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and tastes in winter… Hong Kong-style!
AIA Great Winter Carnival
From December 21, 2017- February 25, 2018, the carnival returns for an exciting holiday packed full of rides, laughter, games, and treats. If you missed the carnival last year, this is your chance to experience the fun. This is family fun at it's best and all ages are welcome to join the party!
Central Hong Kong, Central Harbourfront Event Space 9 Lung Wo Road Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong, http://www.tgec.asia
Christmas Performances
Christmas is a wonderful time to introduce your little ones to classic musical theatre shows and ballets. This year, Hong Kong will see the classics:
The Snowman and The Bear : http://www.ccohk.com/EVENTS/The_Snowman_The_Bear.html
Father Christmas : http://www.aba-productions.com/shows/2017/show4.asp
The Nutcracker : http://www.hkballet.com/en/Whats-On/Productions/The-Nutcracker-2017.html
Hong Kong Ice Carnival
Taking place in Tai Tong, Yuen Long from October 2017- February 2018, with a 10,000 square foot Ice World where the temperature is set below 10 degrees, you will be able to take photos with various ice sculptures and slide down the Giant Ice slide. Escape the frozen world, you can also visit the first ever drone world in Hong Kong, have a remote car race, or even drive your own Kart! Tickets are HK$80. http://www.hkicecarnival.com/home/index_en.htm
Outdoor Snowy Christmas at Ngong Ping 360
Ever imagine watching snow fall in Hong Kong? Here's your chance - from 1 December 2017 to 1 January 2018, Ngong Ping 360 invites you and your family to experience an enchanting white Christmas in Lantau. Apart from the daily snowfall effect at Ngong Ping Village, live Christmas carols and other performances will make this festive season extra special. There's a HK$20 special offer for local children!
https://bit.ly/2ly8Y8X
D2 Place: Exploration to The White Planet
Explore The Undiscovered World on The White Planet and enjoy some winter family fun time! From December 2, 2017- January 1, 2018, the rooftop garden of D2 Place will transform into a snowy land with Eskimos igloos for visitors to take photos in this wintry setting. Snowflake shows, Christmas arts and crafts workshops and shopping discounts are on for you to celebrate this festive season in style.
http://www.d2place.com/xmas2017
Ice-Skating
Yes we know that HK’s ice-rinks are open 24/7 but there’s something much more magical about ice-skating in winter. You can get whole-day skating passes during the weekdays and HK$1 per minute fees on the weekends and you can pay by Octopus card.
1. The Rink, G/F, Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, +852 2196 8016
http://www.therinkltd.com/
2. City Plaza Ice Palace, 18/F, One Island East, 18 Westlands Road, Island East, Hong Kong, icepalace@swireproperties.com, http://www.icepalace.com.hk
3. Mega Ice, L10 MegaBox, 38 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, +852 9181 1662, http://www.megaice.com.hk
4. Sky Rink, 8/F, Dragon Centre, 37k Yen Chow Street, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong, +852 2307 9604, http://www.skyrinkhk.com/
Toboganning
Tobogganing at PLAY! guarantees good times and smiles all the way down the wee-sized mountain. Little ones can pick their sled, walk-up to the top of the hill, and take a cruise down...over and over again. Walk-in or plan the ultimate party and book out the hill for your whole crew.
http://www.321play.com.hk/
Ocean Park
Winter is one of the best times to see Ocean Park, because the cooler temperatures can mean fewer crowds, and if you’re prone to strong animal smells, the cooler weather is kinder on your nose!
Ocean Park, Aberdeen, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 3923 2323 Fax: (852) 2873 5584
https://www.oceanpark.com.hk/en/park-experience/attractions
Snack on Roasted Chestnuts
“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire...” As soon as the temperature drops, you can find chestnut roasters at various street corners across the city, including right around the corner from Mighty Oaks, opposite Kennedy Town MTR Exit B! Roasted in a massive wok full of coal, the chestnuts are served toasty and are a treat that the whole family can enjoy at a bargain. A bag of chestnuts will warm your hands and have you feeling full in this crisp weather in no time!
And for nothing…
Hong Kong Winterfest
Run by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Hong Kong’s skyline shines with more glamour than usual as buildings get dressed up for the festive occasion. Soak up the romantic ambience under the iconic Statue Square Christmas Tree, and marvel at the wonder of two dazzling multimedia shows — A Symphony of Lights and the Hong Kong Pulse Light Show.
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/events-festivals/highlight-events/winter-fest.jsp
Hiking
Hong Kong’s trails are a delight in winter, though can be crowded, but at least you won’t be fending off the mosquitos and flies! Easy hiking trails for little ones include Chi Ma Wan-Mui Wo (and back), Mui Wo to Silvermine Waterfalls and the Morning Trail around the Peak.
Christmas Carolling
IFC Mall are doing free Christmas carols from December 9-17, 2017 from 2:30pm-3:30pm & 5pm-6pm; December 19-26, 2017 from 5pm-6pm. Carols in Cyberport by the Hong Kong Welsh Male Choir, with Christmas snacks and mulled wine will take place on December 16, 2017 from 3pm-4pm. But to experience the sheer magical joy of Christmas, go for midnight mass at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday 24th December 2017 at 11.00pm. Free tickets are available from 4th December (Monday) with reservation of tickets made by calling the Cathedral Office at 2523 4157, commencing 4th December 2017 (Monday) – during office hours.
Volunteering
What better way to show true Christmas spirit than by giving back to the community and volunteering over the Christmas holiday? Teach your little one important values such as kindness and goodness by volunteering at Doctor BB, a social enterprise that over the past 4 years has been connecting caring children from 6 months to 6 years old with the elderly, to share love and happiness. They have several events over December and January visiting local old people’s homes with their ‘BB doctors’. Find out more at : http://www.doctorbb.org.hk/
Many of our pre-nursery and K1 children have been celebrating the arrival of their new siblings, which is wonderful - lots of stories have been heard by our teachers of new baby brothers and sisters. With Christmas just around the corner for many families, let our Hong Kong Kindergarten Specialist give you some pointers on how to support firstborn children in order to build long-lasting positive memories and relationships with all the family.
➡【Join our Mighty Oaks family!/ 快來加入奧恩大家庭】
➡【 Sign up for Acorn Trial Class now!/Acorn 試堂優惠】
AIA Great Winter Carnival
From December 21, 2017- February 25, 2018, the carnival returns for an exciting holiday packed full of rides, laughter, games, and treats. If you missed the carnival last year, this is your chance to experience the fun. This is family fun at it's best and all ages are welcome to join the party!
Central Hong Kong, Central Harbourfront Event Space 9 Lung Wo Road Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong, http://www.tgec.asia
Christmas Performances
Christmas is a wonderful time to introduce your little ones to classic musical theatre shows and ballets. This year, Hong Kong will see the classics:
The Snowman and The Bear : http://www.ccohk.com/EVENTS/The_Snowman_The_Bear.html
Father Christmas : http://www.aba-productions.com/shows/2017/show4.asp
The Nutcracker : http://www.hkballet.com/en/Whats-On/Productions/The-Nutcracker-2017.html
Hong Kong Ice Carnival
Taking place in Tai Tong, Yuen Long from October 2017- February 2018, with a 10,000 square foot Ice World where the temperature is set below 10 degrees, you will be able to take photos with various ice sculptures and slide down the Giant Ice slide. Escape the frozen world, you can also visit the first ever drone world in Hong Kong, have a remote car race, or even drive your own Kart! Tickets are HK$80. http://www.hkicecarnival.com/home/index_en.htm
Outdoor Snowy Christmas at Ngong Ping 360
Ever imagine watching snow fall in Hong Kong? Here's your chance - from 1 December 2017 to 1 January 2018, Ngong Ping 360 invites you and your family to experience an enchanting white Christmas in Lantau. Apart from the daily snowfall effect at Ngong Ping Village, live Christmas carols and other performances will make this festive season extra special. There's a HK$20 special offer for local children!
https://bit.ly/2ly8Y8X
D2 Place: Exploration to The White Planet
Explore The Undiscovered World on The White Planet and enjoy some winter family fun time! From December 2, 2017- January 1, 2018, the rooftop garden of D2 Place will transform into a snowy land with Eskimos igloos for visitors to take photos in this wintry setting. Snowflake shows, Christmas arts and crafts workshops and shopping discounts are on for you to celebrate this festive season in style.
http://www.d2place.com/xmas2017
Ice-Skating
Yes we know that HK’s ice-rinks are open 24/7 but there’s something much more magical about ice-skating in winter. You can get whole-day skating passes during the weekdays and HK$1 per minute fees on the weekends and you can pay by Octopus card.
1. The Rink, G/F, Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, +852 2196 8016
http://www.therinkltd.com/
2. City Plaza Ice Palace, 18/F, One Island East, 18 Westlands Road, Island East, Hong Kong, icepalace@swireproperties.com, http://www.icepalace.com.hk
3. Mega Ice, L10 MegaBox, 38 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, +852 9181 1662, http://www.megaice.com.hk
4. Sky Rink, 8/F, Dragon Centre, 37k Yen Chow Street, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong, +852 2307 9604, http://www.skyrinkhk.com/
Toboganning
Tobogganing at PLAY! guarantees good times and smiles all the way down the wee-sized mountain. Little ones can pick their sled, walk-up to the top of the hill, and take a cruise down...over and over again. Walk-in or plan the ultimate party and book out the hill for your whole crew.
http://www.321play.com.hk/
Ocean Park
Winter is one of the best times to see Ocean Park, because the cooler temperatures can mean fewer crowds, and if you’re prone to strong animal smells, the cooler weather is kinder on your nose!
Ocean Park, Aberdeen, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 3923 2323 Fax: (852) 2873 5584
https://www.oceanpark.com.hk/en/park-experience/attractions
Snack on Roasted Chestnuts
“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire...” As soon as the temperature drops, you can find chestnut roasters at various street corners across the city, including right around the corner from Mighty Oaks, opposite Kennedy Town MTR Exit B! Roasted in a massive wok full of coal, the chestnuts are served toasty and are a treat that the whole family can enjoy at a bargain. A bag of chestnuts will warm your hands and have you feeling full in this crisp weather in no time!
And for nothing…
Hong Kong Winterfest
Run by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Hong Kong’s skyline shines with more glamour than usual as buildings get dressed up for the festive occasion. Soak up the romantic ambience under the iconic Statue Square Christmas Tree, and marvel at the wonder of two dazzling multimedia shows — A Symphony of Lights and the Hong Kong Pulse Light Show.
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/events-festivals/highlight-events/winter-fest.jsp
Hiking
Hong Kong’s trails are a delight in winter, though can be crowded, but at least you won’t be fending off the mosquitos and flies! Easy hiking trails for little ones include Chi Ma Wan-Mui Wo (and back), Mui Wo to Silvermine Waterfalls and the Morning Trail around the Peak.
Christmas Carolling
IFC Mall are doing free Christmas carols from December 9-17, 2017 from 2:30pm-3:30pm & 5pm-6pm; December 19-26, 2017 from 5pm-6pm. Carols in Cyberport by the Hong Kong Welsh Male Choir, with Christmas snacks and mulled wine will take place on December 16, 2017 from 3pm-4pm. But to experience the sheer magical joy of Christmas, go for midnight mass at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday 24th December 2017 at 11.00pm. Free tickets are available from 4th December (Monday) with reservation of tickets made by calling the Cathedral Office at 2523 4157, commencing 4th December 2017 (Monday) – during office hours.
Volunteering
What better way to show true Christmas spirit than by giving back to the community and volunteering over the Christmas holiday? Teach your little one important values such as kindness and goodness by volunteering at Doctor BB, a social enterprise that over the past 4 years has been connecting caring children from 6 months to 6 years old with the elderly, to share love and happiness. They have several events over December and January visiting local old people’s homes with their ‘BB doctors’. Find out more at : http://www.doctorbb.org.hk/
Many of our pre-nursery and K1 children have been celebrating the arrival of their new siblings, which is wonderful - lots of stories have been heard by our teachers of new baby brothers and sisters. With Christmas just around the corner for many families, let our Hong Kong Kindergarten Specialist give you some pointers on how to support firstborn children in order to build long-lasting positive memories and relationships with all the family.
➡【Join our Mighty Oaks family!/ 快來加入奧恩大家庭】
➡【 Sign up for Acorn Trial Class now!/Acorn 試堂優惠】
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