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Surprise, surprise! With all the holiday shopping fairs, bazaars, and pop-up stores opening up across town, it’s clear to see that Christmas is just around the corner. And here at Sassy, we know you don’t want to miss out on any of the pre-holiday fun, so we’ve done the dirty work and made a list of all the events with food, music, shopping, and activities that will guarantee a great day out for everyone. Start marking your diaries ladies, ‘cause here’s our guide to the best seasonal fairs in Hong Kong!
(Psst! We know there are even more fairs out there, so drop us a line if we’ve missed one. And yes, we’ll be checking this list… more than twice!)
ISLAND EAST FARMER’S MARKET
A one-stop shop for some of the best organic locally-produced goodies (co-founded by our very own That Girl Janice!), this market boasts live music, cooking demos and over 40 different stalls selling a variety of food, clothes, accessories and handcrafted goods… look out for special festive happenings at the last market before the Christmas hols!
When: Every Sunday, until 29 December, 10am-5pm
Where: Tong Chong Street, Taikoo Place, Island East, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
CONRAD FAIR – THE GIFT & LIFESTYLE FAIR
The first of three fab fairs showcasing gifts galore! You’re spoilt for choice with literally thousands of designer gifts (including Boho Betty, Les Amis and My Friends Wardrobe). ‘Nuff said.
When: 11 November
Where: Conrad Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
EEZYPEEZYPARTIES CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
Snap up all of EezyPeezyParties’ prettiest entertainment and party supplies at the store’s showroom. With a glass of mulled wine at hand, you’ll find everything you need to make you home stunning for the holiday season!
When: 11-14 November, 10am–5pm
Where: Unit 8, 23/F Harbour Industrial Centre, 10 Lee Hing Street, Ap Lei Chau
HONG KONG CRICKET CLUB CHRISTMAS FAIRS
The Hong Kong Cricket Club has two festive fairs – the first is a holiday bazaar that’s certain to tick a few gifts off the shopping list; the second is a Christmas Wine & Food Fair for members and their guests only.
When: 12 November, 10am-7pm; 14 November, 6:30-10pm
Where: Function Suites, The Hong Kong Cricket Club, 137 Wong Nai Chung Gap Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
More info: Food & Wine Fair costs $180 for members, $250 for members’ guests (includes coupons worth $100 for buying wine); make sure you register to attend for that one before 13 November!
K-TOWN POP UP SHOP
Twenty Two North is bringing the ultimate pop up shop to Kennedy Town this holiday season! With jewellery for mama, BBQs for papa, lots of cute kiddie clothing for the babes, and even wine suppliers and luxury charter yachts for those with weak spot for all things luxury, this a pop up shop K-Towners would not want to miss!
When: 15-16 November, 11am-7pm
Where: Twenty Two North showroom, 2/F, Unit B, Cheung Hing Industrial Building, 12P Smithfield, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong
CHINESE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BAZAAR
As one of the highlights of the school calendar for the CIS community, this fair is open to the public and filled with vendors, school-organised charity stalls and entertainment for children and parents alike!
When: 16 November, 10am−4pm
Where: Chinese International School, 1 Hau Yuen Path Braemar Hill, North Point, Hong Kong
SHA TIN COLLEGE & JUNIOR SCHOOL FAIR
When: 16 November, 12pm-6pm
Where: 3 Lai Wo Lane, Fo Tan, Sha Tin, Hong Kong
Note: There are free buses running there from Sha Tin MTR, Exit B, from 11.30am onwards!
CITY KIDS HKPPA ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR
Expect a fun-filled afternoon complete with arts and crafts activities, a scrummy BBQ and fabulous bake sale, a raffle with loads of great prizes and even some carol singers and Santa himself to get you in the mood! Keep a look out for all your favourite shops, including Mirth and Ricebowl Republic, for some great gifting ideas.
When: 16 November, 11am-5pm
Where: City Kids, 2/F, 12 Borrett Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
STANLEY FAMILY CARNIVAL
For some good ol’ fashion fun, the Stanley Family Market has the whole family covered with fun games and prizes, live music, bedazzling clowns and magicians, and even a marching band! You’ll be doing a good deed just by going – proceeds from the carnival will benefit the Christina Noble Children’s Foundation and Hong Kong Sea School.
When: 17 November, 11am–6pm
Where: Hong Kong Sea School, 13-15 Tung Tau Wan Road, Stanley, Hong Kong,
How much: $100 for adults, $250 for children (ages 3 – 12), free for toddlers below 3!
Note: Email [email protected] for tickets ASAP!
SENSE OF TOUCH CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
If you’re planning on getting the girlfriends jewellery and accessories this holiday season, this Christmas trunk show is the perfect shopping destination for you! Between shopping and nibbling finger foods from Dalikan, Sense of Touch will be providing their signature hand massages for free – simply amazing.
When: 19 November, 12pm-6pm
Where: G211, 1/F, The Repulse Bay Arcade, 109 Repulse Bay Road, HK
Note: RVSP to secure your spot and special offers!
SOOOO FRENCH CHRISTMAS SALE
With five awesome (and obviously French) brands coming together as one team, Soooo French is hosting a Christmas bazaar this year, selling the most chic selection of clothing, jewellery, art, and home décor in town. Girls, get ready to shop for a great cause – a portion of the sales will be donated to Couleurs de Chine, which helps ethnic minority schoolgirls in southern China.
When & Where: 20 November 1pm-6pm Delany’s (The Spire at the Arcade, Cyberport), 21 November 4pm-9pm Peel Fresco (49 Peel Street, Central), 22 November 3pm-7pm Saint-Germain (1A Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley)
NIGHTFEST AT SOUTH ISLAND SCHOOL
This year, the South Island School is holding an exciting carnival themed winter fair. There will be fabulous market stalls, delicious food, eye-opening street entertainment and much much more!
When: 22 November, 5-10pm
Where: South Island School, 50 Nam Fung Road Aberdeen, Hong Kong
How much: $15 per person, $40 per family
LAMMA FUN DAY
This fair makes a difference in the world because it raises funds for The Child Welfare Scheme, a charity that works with underprivileged Nepalese children in improving their lives through education, health and even legal issues such as the prevention of child trafficking. Expect loads of food stalls, music, games and loads of beachside fun.
When: 23 November, 10am-9pm
Where: Yung Shue Wan, Tai Wan To, Lamma Island, Hong Kong
BAOBAE WINTER BAZAAR
BaoBae have come up with the perfect winter bazaar where little bubs will be busy at the kids corner while grownups enjoy a sip of Coast’s special drinks, yummy nibbles, a raffle, and lots of exclusive deals.
When: 23 November, 11am-5pm
Where: Coast Bistro & Bar, 32 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry!
Note: BaoBae has complimentary goodie bags for its first 100 visitors – ladies, show up pronto!
THE PAWN ROOFTOP MARKET
Sassy’s British cuisine favourite– The Pawn – is holding its first ever Rooftop Market! We’ll be able to savour gourmet treats, bring home organic produce, and do some holiday boutique shopping (Kapok’s calling!) for a great cause – to support the St. James Settlement. With kids entertainment on the programme, bring the fam and get shopping!
When: 24 November, 11am – 5pm
Where: The Pawn, 62 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How Much: Free entry!
REPULSE BAY CHRISTMAS FAIR
A great day out and firm favourite amongst the city’s festive fairs, featuring over 50 stalls selling Christmas decorations, ladies accessories, paintings, handicrafts and other great gift ideas – plus a bouncy play area (alas, only for littlies!) and a live band.
When: 24 November, 11am-6pm
Where: Arcade Area, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FAMILY FUN FAIR
While the shopping’s good and there’s a ton to eat and drink, we love the fun hands-on activities at this fair… And it’s not the run of mill stuff either – think pony rides, a bungee run, sumo wrestling, and a rodeo bull!
When: 24 November, 11am-4pm
Where: Canadian International School, 36 Nam Long Shan Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
How much: Free for adults and children under 2 years old! Tickets required for all students (CDNIS and non-CDNIS). Early bird tickets $100 (buy online here); $120 on the day.
HANDMADE HONG KONG DB FAIRS
Handmade Hong Kong is hosting its largest outdoor market featuring over 100 vendors in Discovery Bay. With one fair in late-November and another in mid-December, get ready to browse through lots of one-of-a-kind handicrafts before finally making our Christmas present picks!
When: 24 November 12pm-7pm, 15 December 10-5pm
Where: Discovery Bay Main Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
KEE CLUB HOLIDAY FAIR
An entire day of holiday grooves, mulled wine, mince pies, and Christmas cakes and cookies is waiting for us at Kee Club. Drop by for loads of Christmas shopping and you may even pick up some organic foods for your next dinner party!
When: 25 November, 11am-8pm
Where: Kee Club, 6th Floor, 32 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong
How Much: Free entry
CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND AT THE FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
For the most glitz and glam pre-Christmas celebration in town, join the Four Seasons at its tree lighting ceremony, where the fabulous Ms. Coco Lee will be making an appearance, and Christmas Wonderland, filled with a jaw-dropping shopping selection. With vendors such as Jo Malone, Kotur, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and David Yurman and 10% of vendor profits and 100% of ticket sales to be donated to the Cancer Fund – supporting Christmas festivities has never felt so good!
When: 26 November, 6:30pm-9pm
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Adults $800, Children $400, Family (2 adults & 2 children) $2000
PRE-CHRISTMAS GIFT PARADE
Another gifts galore at the Conrad Hotel Grand Ballroom! There will be so many options and vendors at this fair that you’ll definitely be able to cross a few items off your Christmas shopping list.
When: 26 November
Where: Conrad Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
THE POP UP SHOP
Get up to speed on Hong Kong’s creative scene and snag a few new fabulous fashion buys at The Pop Up Shop at The Space, featuring MISCHA’s own gorgeous pieces (we love their Japanese-inspired prints – and their awesome founder and former That Girl, Michelle Lai!) and collections from local designers like J.J Threads, Daydream Nation, niin and La Petite Caravane (just to name a few)! With classy Belvedere cocktails to sip on, a cocktail master-class with mixologist John O’Toole, and nom-worthy nibbles from Noodlemi and Duyen Catering, this is one pop-up you don’t want to miss!
When: 27 November, 11am-9pm; millinery workshop 2pm and cocktail master-class 3pm
Where: The Space, 210 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry! For enquiries, call 2878 8811 or 2523 9777
LKF POP UP BAZAAR CONTINUES
Shopping never stops for us here at the Kong and we definitely cannot miss this fashionable and fun event at Lan Kwai Fong – especially when it’s for the amazing cause of Women Helping Women. With Sassy fav The Powder Room at this event, sip a glass of wine, enjoy the music, and get shopping ladies!
When: 27-29 November, 4-6 December
Where: At 3rd Floor, 3/F, On Fem Tower, 29 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong
AZURA PARTNERS PRE-CHRISTMAS SALE
If Christmas for you this year is a holiday under the sun (think Phuket, Bali, or even Boracay!), you’re probably having a tough time buying swimwear in Hong Kong right now. No worries, Azura Partners has us covered with its luxury swim and resort-wear pre-Christmas sale. Head over to Azura’s Hong Kong warehouse now and get ready to pick up goodies from Heidi Klein, Soludos, and much more at reduced prices!
When: 28 November – 1 December, 9am-6pm
Where: Shop 21 (G/F), Kwan Yik Building, 271 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
Note: Cash only.
HONG KONG WINTERFEST
Every year, the Western tradition of Christmas and the Eastern love of festivals meet, mingle and make merry in Hong Kong. Buildings and streets sparkle, shop sales thrill, festive menus fill, and carol singers rejoice.
When: 29 November 2013 – 1 January 2014
Where: Everywhere!
SWEETP HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE
Let the holiday cheer sink in with this amazing holiday marketplace! This fair features scrumptious nibbles and sweets and lots of shopping, with everything from baby clothes to fashion accessories and card making tools. Psst… 150 lucky attendees will receive gift bags – yay!
When: 30 November, 2pm-5pm
Where: Indonesian Restaurant, 5/F, The L Place, 139 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
How Much: Free!
Note: Click here to RVSP.
ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CHRISTMAS FAIR
This new international school is hosting its first ever Christmas fair! Its games, crafts, shopping and festive refreshments are for the whole family. A great fun-filled day out – get that Christmas shopping in too, girls!
When: 30 November, 2pm−5pm
Where: Island Christian Academy, 70 Bridges Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: Free to attend!
GERMAN SWISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
German Swiss International School’s biggest annual fundraiser will have a host of home-baked goodies and traditional German Christmas food and decorations amongst the usual stalls of books, clothing and gifts.
When: 30 November
Where: GSIS, 11 Guildford Road, The Peak, Hong Kong
CLEARWATER BAY SCHOOL FAIR
When: 30 November, 4pm-8pm
Where: Lot 235, DD229, Clearwater Bay Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
JCCAC HANDICRAFT FAIR
Calling all artsy Sassy girls: JCCAC Handicraft Fair is an amazing event you cannot miss. With impressive handicraft market of over 100 vendors, a rooftop movie premier, and a guided tour of artist studios, we can hardly wait to live and breathe art!
When: 30 November-1 December, 1pm-8pm
Where: JCCAC Arts Village, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei, Hong Kong
How Much: Free entry!
CONRAD FAIR CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE
More gifts and goodies galore from hundreds of shops, brands and vendors you know and love – including Valentine and Co, Eve Evelyn Couture, Leonidas, and Tai Tai Follies!
When: 2 December
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
THE FASHION COLLECTIVE
The Space is giving local fashionistas the gift of shopping this Christmas, by bringing all of HK’s best indie brands (A Boy Named Sue, Square Street, Cameo, Mime Vintage, Niin – just to name a few!) under its roof. With flowers by Gemma Blest on the ground floor, Casa Capriz’s stunning vintage furniture and Flawless hosting a mini nail bar, we can’t wait for the shopping to start!
When: 2-3 December, 11am–9pm
Where: The Space, 210 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How Much: Free Entry
WOMEN IN FINANCE ASIA HOLIDAY SHOPPING BAZAAR
Get ready to be inspired this holiday season at Women in Finance’s holiday bazaar! Come support women entrepreneurs (many of whom are momtrepreneurs who were previously in the finance sector!) who have just started their own businesses in Hong Kong and local organisations that create an avenue for underprivileged women to sell their handmade gifts. There’s also a lucky draw and yoga and make-up demonstrations – yay!
When: 3 December, 6:30pm-9pm
Where: Clifford Chance, 28th Floor of Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
How Much: Free entry
Note: Psst… doing good has never felt so good! Gift bags filled with fantastic freebies and vouchers worth over $1500 will be given out to the first 100 who donate $100 or more to KELY, a support group for drug and alcohol prevention and intervention for youth in Hong Kong.
FRINGE CLUB HOLIDAY BAZAAR 2013
For a cozier holiday shopping experience, try Shopping Hong Kong’s Fringe Club Holiday Bazaar. Remember to check out Sassy favourite Boho Betty for their gorgeous stack bracelets – perfect Christmas gifts for the girlfriends!
When: 4 December, 12pm-8pm
Where: The Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong
PLAYPUNCH’S SPECIAL X’MAS POP-UP SHOP
Christmas-holics of any age are going to have a blast at this pop-up shop. In addition to lots of fun holiday ornament and accessory shopping, the kiddies also get something extra special with a kids ornament class taught by professionals – yippee!
When: 4-11 December, 12pm – 7pm
Where: Little Square HK, G/F, No 21 Square Stree, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
THE CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS FAIR
Conveniently located in Central, this cute little Christmas fair is specifically catered towards kids and includes all our favourite Hong Kong brands. Get all your presents for the children sorted at this one stop fair!
When: 7 December, 11am-4pm
Where: Shore, The L Place, 137-141 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
ITALIAN WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION CHARITY BAZAAR
There are two main attractions here: ‘Il Mercatino’, a bazaar of Italian products, and the ‘Le Grazie’ restaurant serving authentic Italian dishes prepared by the local Italian community. Tables can be booked, and a delicious meal enjoyed, at a minimal cost! Entering into its 30th year, the event will continue to donate all proceeds to the Duchess of Kent Hospital, which specialises in orthopaedics, neurology and degenerative diseases.
When: 7 December, 10am-5pm
Where: Gardens of The Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital, 12 Sandy Bay Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
How Much: $20 entrance fee
Note: Bring your own bag (BYOB) and there is no parking available, so please use public transport!
FIS TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS FAIR – MARCHE DE NOEL
A traditional holiday fair with a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’. Already at its 50th anniversary, this fair has something for everyone – shopping, music, food, and a Wonderland for kids! With more than 50 stands, you’ll find all your holiday goodies here (gifts, décor, and even Christmas trees – you name it and they’ve got it). We can already hear the sleigh bells ring!
When: 7 December, 10am-5pm
Where: 34 Price Road, Jardine’s Lookout, Hong Kong
How much: Free entrance!
ISLAND SCHOOL CHRISTMAS FAIR
Loads of stalls selling books, clothes and other gifts, a food hall dishing up homemade delicacies from countries around the world plus entertainment throughout the day.
When: 7 December, 12pm-4:30pm (free shuttle bus from City Hall 11am-4pm)
Where: Island School, 20 Borett Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
How Much: $10
Note: No parking
HONG KONG COUNTRY CLUB CHRISTMAS FAIR
Another stalwart of the festive fair season, vendors will be selling jewellery, accessories, clothes, toys, crafts and other Christmas gifts. A jazz band will also be playing throughout the day to keep your festive spirits high! Please note – members and guests only.
When: 8 December, 11am–5pm
Where: 188 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Deep Water Bay, Hong Kong
MADE IN HK BY GREEN QUEEN: LOCAL ARTISANS POP UP MARKET
Ladies, let’s buy local this holiday season! At this pop-up market, foodies will have a blast tasting delicious ready-made dishes, picking up locally grown groceries and buying lots of unique handmade gifts for the friends and fam.
When: 8 December, 10am-6pm
Where: The Space, 210 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
How much: $20, free for children!
CONRAD FAIR – CHRISTMAS GIFT FESTIVAL
The final instalment of this grande dame of HK holiday fairs, here you find literally everything under the sun for everyone on your list (and a few things for you too!), including vintage jewellery from Powder Room, adorable children’s wear from Les Enfantines and Aromatherapy Associates skincare.
When: 10 December
Where: Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
GLAMOURPODS CHRISTMAS POP-UP
Online designer jewellery shop Glamourpods is holding a pop-up shop right in time for Christmas! They’ll have everything from affordable stocking fillers to pretty holiday gifts. With the jewellery designers present at the event, it’s a great opportunity to meet these amazing designers and check out all the goodies in person!
When: 11-14 December 12pm–7pm, 15 December 12pm–5pm
Where: Galerie Ora Ora, G/F, 7 Shin Hing Street, Central, Hong Kong
BLIZTEN’S BAZAAR
We can never get enough of the traditional Christmas decorations and music – that’s why this traditional Christmas fair is telling us to have a merry little Christmas with lots of Christmas shopping (think kids clothes, jewellery, stocking stuffers, and lots more) and The Space decked out in festive décor.
When: 11-12 December, 11am–9pm
Where: The Space, 210 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
AME GALLERY XMAS BAZAAR
With the clock ticking on that increasingly long Christmas list, the AME Gallery Xmas Bazaar will be the perfect place to start shopping! To get started, there will be complimentary mulled wine and five fabulous vendors set up to take your gift shopping stress away. And to make you feel even better, part of the proceeds will go to the Hong Kong Refugee Center – we’re in!
When: 12-14 December, 11am-8pm
Where: AME Gallery, 12/F Tin On Shing Commercial Building, 41-43 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong
How much: Free entry
Note: Psst… mention SASSY when you’re making a purchase at the bazaar and you’ll get a free goodie bag with discounts from each vendor and a special gift from Bez & Oho.
SUN STREET MARKETS, PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY MIELE
As part of the Very Hong Kong festivities, an initiative to celebrate the city’s special mix of culture, heritage, cosmopolitan lifestyle, the public space of our favourite classy meets hipster hangout – the Star Street Precinct – will transformed into a lively pop-up market for just one day. Artisanal food and beverages – here we come!
When: 14 December
Where: Sun Street Precinct, Wanchai, Hong Kong
CYBERPORT WEEKEND HARVEST BAZAAR
A fun-filled fair with over 60 booths, offering exotic handicrafts, organic food, clothes, handmade skincare products and virtually everything else you can think of! You can enjoy creative farming and up-cycling workshops or even kick back for free movie on the outdoor cinema screen (snack pack included!).
When: 14-15 December, 11:30am–6pm
Where: Ocean View Court, The Arcade Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Cyberport, Hong Kong
LAST MINUTE SHOPPING BAZAAR 2013
You’ll find everything under one roof: clothes, accessories, art, health and beauty products, gourmet food & wines, and so much more.
When: 16 December, 10am-6pm
Where: Vista Ballroom, American Club Tai Tam, 28 Tai Tam Road, Tai Tam, Hong Kong
Note: Not an American Club member? No problem! Register in advance by emailing [email protected] to get full access.
HONG KONG WINTER MEGA SHOWCASE 2013
The 11th annual Mega Showcase features lots of different zones loaded with goodies and activities galore – including a shopping zone, a food festival and more.
When: 25-28 December
Where: Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: $10
