June in Hong Kong brings forth a vibrant array of cultural celebrations and entertainment, offering contemporary exhibitions and events hosted by Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival, musical performances by Baekhyun, and the slippery, hot, and wet Songkran S20 Music Festival. There's no shortage of excitement in Hong Kong this Summer!
Whether you're seeking cultural immersion, artistic showcases, or musical enchantment, June in Hong Kong promises unforgettable experiences for locals and visitors alike.
Dragon Boat Festival:
This iconic two-day event will fill Victoria Harbour with adrenaline-pumping races, vibrant colours, resounding drum beats and cheering fans. The paddlers will be giving it their all as they race to the beat of the drum to the finish line off Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade. With the celebratory atmosphere of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, this is an event you can't afford to miss!
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Schedule: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 15 June / 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 16 June
Location: Off Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade
Ticket prices: Free Entry
Songkran Hong Kong S20 Music Festival:
Songkran is Thailand's annual New Year celebration and is known as the biggest water fight in the world – with water splashing to symbolize washing away bad luck and welcoming a new start. Taking place each year in April, the world's biggest Songkran celebration, S2O Songkran Music Festival debuted in 2015 in Bangkok. Since then, the festival exploded from Bangkok to become a one-of-a-kind annual experience, attracting thousands of fans from all over the world, and has already spread across Asia to Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
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Schedule: June 8 – 9
Location: Central Harbourfront Event Space
Ticket prices: 1 Day Pass – HK$980; 2 Day Pass – HK$1,580
GinFest 2024
Join the ultimate gin celebration at GinFest 2024 by WineLuxe, Hong Kong's largest gin event, in honor of World Gin Day. Prepare for three days of gin exploration, delectable flavors, and immersive experiences that will delight gin enthusiasts from all walks of life. Tickets include 5 drink tokens and a reusable cup!
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Schedule: June 7 – 9
Location: Central Market Event Space
Ticket price: HK$280
WATERBOMB Hong Kong 2024
Waterbomb is one of Korea's biggest music festivals, which combines amazing music with a massive water fight. Huge water cannons will be positioned on the stage and blast the audience with – you guessed it – water. Artists will also get their own water guns and spectacular water effects will be on the stage.
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Schedule: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM, June 1 – 2
Location: AXA x Wonderland, West Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Ticket prices: Waterbomb
CLUB VERSUS presents: BOLLYVERSE
Gear up for Hong Kong's hottest Bollywood bash at LKF hotspot, Club VERSUS. Get ready to groove to high-energy sets by renowned DJs Deep and Agni - this is a must-attend event for an electrifying night of Bollywood music and vibrant dance vibes. DJ Deep is local favourite in the Hong Kong party circuit, spinning a diverse range of high-energy sounds from commercial club to Dirty Dutch to Bollywood, Punjabi, and Bhangra. Not to be missed is DJ Agni, the first Indian female DJ in Hong Kong and prominent name in the city's club nightlife. Both have been shaping up the Bollywood club culture in Hong Kong, building a huge fan base among the city.
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Schedule: From 10:00 PM onwards. June 8
Location: Club Versus. G/F Ho Lee Commercial, Building, 38-44 D'Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong
Ticket price: HK$150 Early Bird | HK$200 on the Door.
Baekhyun Asia Tour ‘Lonsdaleite’
EXO member Baekhyun will be in Hong Kong for his Lonsdaleite Asia tour. His initial schedule only accounted for two days in the city, but the responses from his fans have been so overwhelming that they have now added an extra date to the concert set. Tickets range from $899 to $2,099, and while all ticket tiers will receive a photocard of unreleased Baekhyun images, VIP ticket holders will also get to attend the soundcheck and the send-off session.
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When: 07:30 PM – 02:00 AM, June 8 – 10
Location: AsiaWorld Expo, Chek Lap Kok
Ticket prices: From HK$899 to HK$2,099
Noir & Blanc: A Story of Photography
This is M+'s first exhibition dedicated to exploring the medium of photography, co-presented by M+ and the French May Arts Festival, in collaboration with the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF). The exhibition includes more than 250 significant photographs from BnF's world-renowned collection of photography, complemented by over 30 works drawn from the M+ Collections, examining black-and-white photography as a time-honoured medium of art.
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When: March 16 – July 1
Location: M+, Main Hall Gallery, 38 Museum Drive, West Kowloon
Ticket prices: From HK$70 to HK$140
Fame in a Flash: A Tour of Avon Recording Studio (conducted in Cantonese)
Established in 1983, Avon Recording Studios is one of the most esteemed professional recording studios in Hong Kong, renowned for its production of numerous classic pop songs. Over the years, it has hosted legendary superstars from different eras, including Danny Chan, Leslie Cheung, Anita Mui, and Roman Tam, as well as 1990s superstars like Faye Wong.
During the guided tour, participants will learn about the design details and captivating stories of the recording studio. What is more, every participant will have the chance to take part in a "demo recording" session. At the end of the event, each participant will receive a personalised recording as a memento that carries the precious memories of this journey.
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When: June 8, 15, 22, 29 at 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM
Location: Avon Recording Studios, 2/F, ACME Building, 22-28 Nanking Street, Jordan, Kowloon
Ticket prices: HK$180
A Path to Glory: Jin Yong's Centennial Memorial
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Dr Louis Cha (Jin Yong), renowned sculptor Ren Zhe brings 22 of Jin Yong's characters to life in unique representations infused with visionary creativity, alongside captivating multimedia installations created by artist Victor Wong. This exhibition will fully immerse visitors in Jin Yong's imaginary world of martial arts. Inside the exhibition gallery will also be found a reading corner organised by the Hong Kong Central Library, where visitors can explore the library's collections of Jin Yong's compelling works, which include audiobooks.
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When: March 16 – October 7
Location: Thematic Gallery 5, Courtyard and Lobby, Hong Kong Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam Road, Sha Tin
Ticket prices: Free Entry
One Love Asia Festival HK 2024
The mega music and lifestyle extravaganza One Love Asia Festival returns this year with its debut in Hong Kong! Over three days, this festival will showcase an exceptional lineup of both local and international artists, featuring talents such as SICA and WINWIN, 831, WeiBird, Hebe Tien, Hins Cheung, Janice Yan, Lala Hsu, NICKTHEREAL, Power Station, Stefanie Sun, Eve Ai, AGA, RubberBand, Show Lo, and the four members of Hong Kong's MIRROR.
With 15 acts taking the stage, each delivering 40 minutes of uninterrupted entertainment, attendees are in for an unforgettable experience. Beyond the music, audiences can enjoy a diverse range of entertainment offerings and tantalizing cuisine, promising a weekend filled with memories to cherish.
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- When: June 21 – 23
- Location: Central Harbourfront Event Space
- Ticket prices: From HK$980 to HK$2,580
'The Next Wave' Beach Music Festival 2024
Next Wave Beach Music Festival in Hong Kong will return for its second edition this summer. The line-up for this year's edition includes rapper Tyson Yoshi, Cantopop girl group Lolly Talk, and indie band RubberBand. Other artists include P1X3L, Nancy Kwai, KOLOR, and Billy Choi. To spice things up, there will also be DJs blasting out tunes during the two-day event.
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- When: From 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM, June 29 – 30
- Location: Tai Pak Beach, Discovery Bay
