Hong Kong Halloween celebrations were practically nonexistent not too long ago, but have recently become quite popular as more and more, young and old, embrace the chilling spirit of the holiday.
It used to be that a handful were joining in the spooky atmosphere in some way or another, whether it was just some decoration or pumpkin here and there or dressing up for the occasion, whereas others did not even know what Halloween was about.
In the last few years though, it is just as common to see the pumpkins and spiderwebs during this period as it is the red lanterns and firecrackers during Chinese New Year... the demons and vampires have quickly caught up in the territory and Halloween is here to stay. And not only that, it has proved so popular and spread like wildfire, that now Hong Kong is considered the Halloween capital of Asia.
The ghostly scenes and decorations start popping up in the shopping centers and theme parks i.e. Disneyland and Ocean Park, where the spirit of the haunted holiday really comes to the fore.
This year, expect to see friendly pumpkin galore throughout Hong Kong as the city unveils the "Hallo" Hong Kong Halloween promotion with tricks and treats at several HKTB Tourist Service Centers, photo spots and fantastic Halloween decorations at tourist highlights and MTR stations, and the Star Ferry, the Dukling Junk and Sightseeing Bus will be all decked up in their best Halloween attires!
And then of course, there is the parties... Halloween is just as good as any excuse to have a party! And this is where Hong Kong really excedes...
The celebrations get bigger and better each year.
From wildly howling street blowouts, parades and shows to fun and sugary trick-or-treat antics for the kids, there is a wide range of spooky cheer for all to enjoy.
Here are some of the places where you can have a screaming good time this Halloween:
- HKTB's "HALLO" Hong Kong Halloween - October 15 - October 31, 2023
- Hong Kong Disneyland Haunted Halloween Celebrations - September 16 - October 31, 2023
- Ocean Park Halloween Bash - September 15 - October 31, 2023
- Brick-or-Treat Monster Party at Legoland - September 28 - October 31, 2023
- Spooky Halloween @ Harbour City - October 14 - 31, 2023
- Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat Party at Lee Tung Avenue - October 28 and 31, 2023
- Lan Kwai Fong Halloween Street Party - October 31, 2023
- LKF Concepts Cirque du Freak - October 27 - 31, 2023
- Dukling Halloween Sailings - sailings every Saturday and Sunday in October, extended sailings during the holiday period
- Aqua Luna Pirate and Mermaid Cruise - Sundays in October
- Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Bus Halloween - daily
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HKTB's "HALLO" Hong Kong Halloween
What?: This is the city's wide range of spooktacular Halloween celebrations! The entire city will be enveloped in the haunting and thrilling festivities...
How Much? FREE!!!
When?: October 15 - October 31, 2023
Where?:
- Trick or treating at HKTB Visitor Centers: Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier
- Halloween-Themed MTR stations: Central, Admiralty, Ocean Park, Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Tsim Sha Tsui, East Tsim Sha Tsui, Sham Shui Po, Sunny Bay and Tung Chung
- Halloween-Themed Journeys: Star Ferry, Sightseeing Bus, Duk Ling Junk
- Lights and LED installations at tourist hotspots: Avenue of the Stars, Harbour City, Lee Tung Avenue, Mid-Levels Escalator, Park Lane Shopper's Boulevard, and the bus stop outside the Sogo Department Store in Causeway Bay
- Festive activities at Shopping Malls: Harbour City, The ONE, Avenue of Stars, Lee Tung Avenue, Times Square, Fashion Walk, Sogo Department Store and Central Market
Hong Kong Disneyland Haunted Halloween Celebrations
What?: The spooky fun of Disney Halloween Time is back once again at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! From now to October 31, 2023, the iconic Villains from classic Disney stories, as well as beloved Disney Friends decked out in brand-new Halloween looks, will gather to put on an incredibly fun and wicked Halloween extravaganza! Guests are invited to join the Halloween party by dressing up in their own stylish Halloween outfits, inspired by their favorite Disney characters.
When?: September 16 - October 31, 2023
Where?: Throughout the park
How Much? Included with park admission
Remember you can buy discount tickets online at Klook.com:
HK Disneyland Discount Tickets Adult HK639 HKD584, Children HK475 HKD428
More Info and Booking at Klook.com
Dining Offers at Hong Kong Disneyland
Ocean Park Halloween Fest
Ocean Park is every year's Halloween Grand Central, with one of the largest events in Asia. For 2023 Ocean Park has unleashed the the spine-tingling realm of School of Unending Horror, where six haunted houses of different themes, multiple performances and diverse family-friendly attractions will set your heart pounding.
And of course plenty of shows, roaming ghosts and monsters for photo ops, and great food and entertainment round up a day of fun at this year's Halloween Fest.
When?: September 15 - October 31, 2023
Where?: Ocean Park Hong Kong
How Much? Tickets required for highlight themed attractions
Remember you can buy discount tickets online at Klook.com:
Ocean Park Discount Tickets Standard HK438 HK$388
More Info and Booking at Klook.com
Offers for Water World Ocean Park HK Ticket
Brick-or-Treat Monster Party at Legoland
LEGO Monsters are taking over this Halloween season at the Legoland Discovery Center with a brand new Halloween dancing party and tons of activities to get into the spooky spirit! A Halloween 4D experience, Brick or Treat Build Your Own Pumpkin, a Festive Creative Workshop where you build your own monster and lots of photo spots!
When?: September 28 - October 31, 2023 - Dancing party on select weekends only
Where?: Legoland Discovery Center at K11 MUSEA, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
How Much? HK$240 - HK$270
Spooky Halloween @ Harbour City
What?: Join in and celebrate Halloween together with dancing, magic performances, balloon twisting activities, workshops and more. Children can also participate in a "Halloween Candy Bag DIY Workshop", where they can visit designated shops to play Trick-or-Treat and collect candies!
When?: October 14 - 31, 2023
Spooky Halloween Party: October 28-29 - 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where?: Harbour City Atrium, G/F, Ocean Terminal
How Much? FREE. For Halloween Candy Bay DIY Workshop a donation of HKD20 to the Community Chest of Hong Kong is requested.
Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat Party at Lee Tung Avenue
What?: All along Lee Tung Avenue, vampires, pirates, witches and other scary creatures will come out from their hiding places and you're invited to put on your favourite Halloween costume and join in and sing and dance with them! Bring bucket for trick-or-treating.
When?: Trick or Treat party: October 28, 2023 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Parade: October 28 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm and October 31, 2023 - 8:00 to 9:30 pm
Where?: Lee Tung Avenue
How Much? FREE
Lan Kwai Fong Halloween Street Party
What?: A massive outdoor street party that needs no introduction.
Lan Kwai Fong's reputation as a party mecca is legendary, and come Halloween time, it doesn't dissapoint. This is one massive street party, which seems to be getting bigger every year.
Skeletons and goblins are coming out full force on Halloween, get your costume ready... but be ready to keep your distance...
When?: October 31, 2023 dusk 'til...
Where?: Take MTR to Central Station Exit D2 and follow the crowds to D'Aguilar Street.
How Much? Free.
- More Info at www.lankwaifong.com or follow their FB Page for latest info
LKF Concepts Cirque du Freak
What?: A nightmarish adventure under the big top with "Cirque du Freak" taking over the LKF streets.
Mysterious beings, eerie circus characters, and mesmerizing acts await at the "Cirque du Freak" tent in California Tower.
Highlights this Halloween 2023:
- Edo Horror Geisha Night with a specially prepared Halloween exclusive set dinner menu at Fumi
- European Occults Tarot Reading Dinning Experience with Anna & Bella at Porterhouse Seafood & Steak
- Mysterious Night of Magic at Aria
- Untamed Beats - a Monstrously Spectacular Fete at BACI Trattoria & Bar
When?: Select dates from October 27 - 31, 2023
Where?: Several venues at California Tower in Lan Kwai Fong
How Much? Set dinners from HK$788+
Dukling Halloween Sailing Party
What?: Halloween aboard a traditional junk? Dukling typically transforms into a Halloween party junk for Halloween. They will be decorating the junk with Halloween props for you to take photos and match the Halloween vibe. Duk Ling currently sails on Saturdays on Sundays with extended cruises during the holiday.
Sailings depart from Avenue of Stars and last approximately 45 minutes.
When?: Sailings are ongoing every Saturday and Sunday with additional sailings from Friday October 27 to Tuesday October 31, 2023.
How Much? From Adults HK$190, Child and Senior HK$150 for day sailings, night sailings and Symphony of Lights slightly more.
Aqua Luna Pirate and Mermaid Cruise
What?: Hop on-board aqualuna for an action-packed cruise where kids can dress-up as pirates and mermaids. With brand-new games including treasure chest decorating and much more, young adventurers can learn how to tie fisherman knots used at sea and search for hidden gold on the pirate treasure hunt.
When?: Sundays in October, cruises depart at 11:30 am
Where?: Sailings depart from Central Pier 9
How Much? Adults HK$240, Children HK300
Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Bus Halloween
What?: The Hop On Hop Off Halloween Bus is the way to explore the city while enjoying the spooky vibe and admiring the stunning views with a special festive twist. Night Tours ARE running! And this is the absolute best way to take in the breathtaking views as the city is brightly decorated!
When?: daily throughout the day, Night Tour 7:00 pm
Where?: Several routes and starting points
How Much? From Adults US$43.60, Children US$37.80, Night Tour US$36.69
And for all your Halloween needs...
One of the best places for a great variety of cheap Halloween trinkets is Pottinger Street aka Stone Slab Street, just a few blocks south of the Central MTR station.
Check it out!
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