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Hong Kong Public Holidays 2010
Date Day Holiday
01 Jan Friday New Year's Day
14 Feb Sunday Chinese New Year
02 Apr Friday Good Friday
05 Apr Monday Easter Monday
06 Apr Tuesday Ching Ming Festival
01 May Saturday Labour Day
21 May Friday Lord Buddha's Birthday
16 June Wednesday Tuen Ng Festival
01 Jul Thursday Administrative Region Establishment Day
23 Sept Saturday Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
01 Oct Thursday National Day
16 Oct Saturday Chung Yeung Festival
25 Dec Saturday Christmas Day
*) The following Monday will be a public holiday
Scheduled Festivals/Events February & March 2010
February Festivals
Guo Wenjing's Opera

Dates : December 04 , 2009 - Febuary 27, 2010.
Place : West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade , Hongkong
Description:
The Main Pavilion on the West Kowloon Waterfront site will feature an enormous paper tube construction designed by world renowned architecture firm, Shigeru Ban Architects. Daniel Wu, Edward Huang and Teddy Lo will be involved in an interactive installation that will host a series of performances.

Hong Kong Salsa Festival

Dates : Febuary 01 - Febuary 07, 2010
Place : Various venue , Hongkong
Description:
This one-week extravaganza for everyone features street dances, club parties, the Asian Salsa Open Championships, dance workshops and performances by top international and local artists. Learn to salsa yourself and enjoy dance lessons given by top international instructors and local salsa experts!

Ode to Beethoven

Dates : Febuary 05 - Febuary 06 , 2010
Place : Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall , Hongkong
Description:
our acclaimed singers and the Opera Hong Kong Chorus will join Hong Kong Sinfonietta and conductor Yip Wing-sie to perform Beethoven's last, 9th symphony which, along with his 1st, concludes the orchestra's 2009 Beethoven Cycle.

Firecracker

Dates : Febuary 05 - Febuary 07 , 2010 .
Place : Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Hongkong
Description:
Firecracker remodels The Nutcracker with characters based on Hong Kong popular culture and history. Beginning in 1967 and speeding forward through events and memories, this original ballet makes old recollections come alive, soaring into the present.

MUSE The Resistance Tour

Dates : Febuary 06 , 2010
Place : Arena, Asia World Expo, Hongkong
Description:
: Led by Matthew Bellamy on vocals, guitar and keyboards, with Dominic Howard on drums and Chris Wolstenholme on bass and backing vocals, Muse is famed for their eclectic style fusing progressive rock, electronica, indie rock and a bit of heavy metal. To date, the band has sold over 8 million albums worldwide and has received 5 MTV Europe Music Awards, 4 Q Awards, 7 NME Awards and 2 Brit Awards. The UK leg of The Resistance Tour was sold out within minutes of release.

Chinese New Year

Dates : Febuary 14 , 2010
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
Chinese New Year is always special, as the biggest event on the lunar calendar, many Hong Kong people mark the occasion with a unique fusion of ancient customs and modern fun in the world's biggest Chinese New Year celebration. The two-week long celebration includes a Night Parade, flower markets, an exciting fireworks display, fast-paced sporting events, Chinese New Year themed tours. This is a great chance for visitors to admire the bright lights and to visit temples where soothsayers predicted people’s fortunes .

The 38th Hong Kong Arts Festival

Dates : Febuary 25 - March 28, 2010
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
Hong Kong's premier performing arts event presents another feast for the senses featuring a galaxy of international star performances. This 38th Hong Kong Arts Festival has a wonderful selection of orchestra, concerts, ballet, modern jazz, opera and dance, along with modern drama and new twists to classical favourites.

Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals

Dates : Febuary 26 - Febuary 28 , 2010 .
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
As part of the Chinese New Year celebration, the Entertainment Office organizes Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals every year. The public can enjoy spectacular lantern displays and performances featuring classical songs and dance and traditional stage arts at the Carnival. Other activities popular with the public include nostalgic games, palm-readings and lantern riddle games.

Chinese Valentine's Day Concert Music About China IV

Dates : Febuary 28 , 2010
Place : Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall , Hongkong
Description:
It is an occasion to catch the latest development trends in Chinese music composition. This year, new works by international renowned composers will be presented. As the concert falls on the Chinese Valentine's Day, all lovers are welcomed as well.

March Festivals
The 38th Hong Kong Arts Festival

Dates : Febuary 25 - March 28, 2010
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
Hong Kong's premier performing arts event presents another feast for the senses featuring a galaxy of international star performances. This 38th Hong Kong Arts Festival has a wonderful selection of orchestra, concerts, ballet, modern jazz, opera and dance, along with modern drama and new twists to classical favourites.

Ning Feng Plays Brahms

Dates : March 04, 2010 .
Place : Hong Kong City Hall , Hongkong
Description:
Hong Kong Sinfonietta and Yip Wing-sie bring to the 2010 Hong Kong Arts Festival an exciting programme featuring Chinese star-violinist Ning Feng. The award-winning violinist will perform the great Violin Concerto by Brahms. Programme also includes a commissioned work by Hong Kong-born composer George Lam, and Stravinsky's witty Jeu de Cartes.

The 6th Tai Kok Tsui Temple Fair

Dates : March 07, 2010
Place : Fuk Tsun Street, Tai Kok Tsui , Hongkong
Description:
Hung Shing Temple, situated in Fuk Tsun St. Tai Kok Tsui, originally was a temple in the Fuk Chuen Village which was located at the intersecting point of the Boundary Street and Tai Kok Tsui Road. In 1928, as the Government developed the area, the Fuk Chuen Village was to be clear. The Hing Shing Temple was moved to the present site in Fuk Tsun Street which was named after the Fuk Chuen Village. Inside the Temple, there was the Bronze Bell of the year 1887 and the laid down stone in 1930. Apart from the God of the Sea "Hung Shing", there were also Wong Tai Sin, Koon Yim, God of the Earth, King of North etc., inside the Temple. Every 13th February in Lunar calendar, people would organize a series of activities to thank Hung Shing for bringing luck and safe to them for the year. It became the traditional date of Hung Shing Festival.

Hong Kong Flower Show

Dates : March 19 , 2010 - March 28 , 2010 .
Place : Victoria Park , Hongkong
Description:
The Hong Kong Flower Show is a major event organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department to promote horticulture and the awareness of greening. Every year, it provides a good opportunity for hundreds of thousands of local citizens and horticulture lovers all over the world to appreciate the beauty of flowers and share their experiences in the cultivation of flowers. Hong kong Flower Show 2010 will be held from 19 to 28 March 2010 at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. Featuring "Cineraria" as its theme flower, the event will showcase this exquisite plant and a rich profusion of exquisite potted plants, beautiful floral arrangements and gorgeous landscape displays by organizations from local, the Mainland and overseas. There will also be commercial stalls selling flowers and other horticultural products..

Zhao Jing's cello / Perry's Brahms

Dates : March 20 - March 21 , 2010 .
Place : Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Hongkong
Description:
Beijing-born cellist Zhao Jing is a graduate of the Karajan Academy in Berlin and won 1st Prize in the ARD International Music Competition in Munich in 2005. In Saint-Saens's impassioned concerto, sparks fly between cello and orchestra in an energetic exchange of musical invention.

Communicating Doors

Dates : March 20 - April 04 , 2010
Place : Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre, Hongkong
Description:
: A dominatrix servicing an elderly hotel mogul discovers something out of the ordinary that threatens her life. Randomly opening a door to escape danger, she finds herself in a time warp. There she encounters the mogul's ex-wives from two previous decades. Unfortunately, the vicious killer is there too. The dominatrix and ex-wives are each determined to help the other. How will the story end? This new Cantonese version is set in 2009 before trailing backward to 1989 and forward to 2029, providing plenty of nostalgia as well as fantasy. Enter the Commnicating Doors and feel the thrill of time travel.

Hong Kong International Film Festival

Dates : March 21 - April 06 , 2010
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
The Hong Kong International Film Festival Society (HKIFFS) is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization dedicated to the discovery and promotion of creativity in the art and culture of film.Through its year-round programmes, the mission of the Society is to strengthen global appreciation of Chinese film culture and to promote inspiring films from around the world, enriching the cultural life of Hong Kong .

Jeff Beck Live in Hong Kong

Dates : Febuary 22 , 2010
Place :Arena, Asia World Expo, Hongkong
Description:
Legendary artist JEFF BECK confirmed his first ever Hong Kong show, on March 22nd , 2010 , at AsiaWorld-Arena.One of the world's most respected artists ,influenced thousands of rock guitar players worldwide. Beck is always in the same class as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton , and Jimmy Page.In 2009 Jeff performed all over the world to sold out shows in every city.In April , Jeff was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame for the 2nd time , by fellow luminary Jimmy Page( YARDBIRDS/LED ZEPPELIN ) .

Entertainment Expo Hong Kong

Dates : March 22 - April 18 , 2010 .
Place : Various Venue , Hongkong
Description:
Entertainment Expo Hong Kong brings together key events in Hong Kong's entertainment calendar for film, TV, digital entertainment, music and other cutting-edge elements. The Expo provides a strong platform of spectacular events for business deals,screenings, recognition of industry excellence and of course, entertainment.

Night Animal

Dates : March 23 - March 28 , 2010 .
Place : Black Box, Hong Kong Repertory Theatre , Hongkong
Description:
The Lark, based on the story of Joan of Arc, was designated the inaugural HKAPA MFA Directing Graduate Production Showcase. Premiered in January 2009 at the HKRep Black Box to much acclaim, The Lark provided new theatre professionals experience, insights, and most importantly, an invaluable opportunity. This season, the HKRep continues this landmark project, presenting yet another fine showcase for Hong Kong theatergoers. The synergy of young directors and veteran professionals promises to render an even more enjoyable theatrical experience, while offering HKAPA students the chance to advance in their trade. HKRep and HKAPA are committed to nurturing the next generation.

Tom Jones Live in Hong Kong

Dates : March 24 , 2010 .
Place : Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre , Hongkong
Description:
Following on the heels of his universally praised and successful album 24 Hours, Tom Jones is pleased to announce his Asia Tour in March, 2010. He will be staging at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre on March 24, 2010 for one night only!HK fans will see Sir Tom performing tracks from his latest album 24 Hours and his innumerable hits from the past 4 decades, such as "It's not unusual", "Green green grass of home", "Delilah", "She's a lady", "What's new pussycat", "Thunderball", "I'll never fall in love again", "I'm coming home", "Baby it's cold outside", "Without love" , "Sex bomb", "Kiss", "Mama told me not to come"…etc.Tom is a living legend who has befriended, collaborated and hung out with practically every key character in the music and showbiz worlds; he has the rare ability to cut across generations and genres, appealing to young and old, mainstream and cutting edge alike. One of the great performers of both the 20th and 21st centuries, he’s widely recognized as one of the godfathers of modern soul, a man without whom the likes of Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson, Joss Stone and Duffy would never have existed.

Danny Yung Experimental Theatre - Flee by Night

Dates : March 25 - March 27 , 2010
Place : Studio Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre , Hongkong
Description:
The last sequel of Danny Yung's Experimental Traditional Opera Trilogy, it is a revamp of the kunqu solo act featuring Lin Chong, from the Chinese literary classic Water Margin, in which he is forced to flee the corrupt political world to join the Liangshan outlaws. Danny Yung brings us back to the past and the origins of Chinese opera and asks: How do the intelligentsia express dissent through the performing arts? How does the small theatre stage influence society at large? The flight will make us painfully aware, not only of the present, but also of ourselves.

Hong Kong Sevens

Dates : March 26 - March 28 , 2010
Place : Hong Kong Stadium , Hongkong
Description:
This is when the rugby nation comes to town for three days fantastic non-strop action. In the stands, it's a non-stop party, while on the pitch teams are at their dazzling best.


 
 
 
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