HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the weather heats up this May, so does Hong Kong’s calendar of world-class cultural happenings. International visitors are invited to join in the diverse array of vibrant cultural festivities taking place around the city, including the debut of spectacular new pyrotechnic and drone shows, offering guests the chance to experience Hong Kong from a different perspective.
Highlighting four unmissable cultural experiences suitable for the whole family, Hong Kong promises an unforgettable journey into its rich heritage:
Cheung Chau Bun Festival: Where Tradition Meets Vibrancy
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Piu Sik Parade and Bun Scrambling Competition Date: 15-16 May 2024 Location: Cheung Chau |
Cheung Chau Bun Festival is a captivating day- celebration marking the end of spring. This unique festival, known for its distinctive local traditions, attracts thousands of visitors and locals alike each to witness papier-mâché effigies, lion dances performance and more.
The highlight of the daytime events is the Piu Sik Parade, where local children dressed up as deities showcasing their costumes and skills parading on stilts. This colourful procession sets the stage for the much-anticipated Bun Scrambling Competition. This fast-paced scramble, which auspiciously begins at the stroke of midnight, sees participants daringly ascend bun-covered towers to seek good fortune and ward off evil spirits. |
