1. Celebrate Bernstein On Broadway!
When: July 6-7
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre
What: The Hong Kong Philharmonic draws the curtain on its season by performing Leonard Bernstein’s biggest Broadway hits—from New York, New York to Maria—to mark the centenary of the late composer’s birth.
Purchase tickets at urbtix.hk
2. Hansel and Gretel
When: July 6-8
Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre
What: The Scottish Ballet reimagines the Brothers Grimm fable in this inventive, charming adaptation, as part of the International Arts Carnival.
Purchase tickets at urbtix.hk
3. Shek O Challenge
When: July 7
Where: Big Wave Bay
What: Run, swim or paddle (on a surf ski or outrigger canoe) from Big Wave Bay to Shek O Back Beach in this open-water race for individuals and teams, which was founded by eco-warrior Douglas Woodring.
Sign up at openwaterasia.com
4. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
When: July 9-15
Where: Fringe Club
What: Australia’s biggest comedy festival returns with a seven-night programme of stand-ups and silliness.
Purchase tickets at hkfringeclub.com
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5. LKF Beer and Music Fest
When: July 21-22
Where: Lan Kwai Fong
What: Ice-cold brews, scrumptious bites and a whole lot of revelry await at the city’s largest annual street party.
Find out more at lankwaifong.com
6. Hong Kong Book Fair
When: July 18-24
Where: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
What: Close to a million bibliophiles are expected to flock to Wan Chai for the popular annual fest of author-hosted workshops, seminars and performances.
Purchase tickets at hkbookfair.hktdc.com
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7. Beauty and the Beast on Ice
When: July 21-22
Where: KITEC
What: The Russian Ice Stars perform the Disney fairy tale complete with an original score, spectacular acrobatics and dazzling choreography.
Purchase tickets at hkticketing.com
8. Così Fan Tutte
When: July 21
Where: UA Cine Times, Times Square
What: Mozart’s 18th-century Italian comic opera meets 1950s Coney Island in a rollicking production directed by Phelim McDermott, and starring Tony Award-winner Kelli O’Hara.
Purchase tickets at uacinemas.com.hk
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9. Karen Mok
When: July 22
Where: Venetian Macao Cotai Arena
What: The award-winning songstress brings her world tour to the Vegas of the East as part of an 18-month, 50-concert run to mark her 25th year in the industry.
Purchase tickets at cotaiticketing.com
10. Kerry Hotel Wedding Fair
When: July 22
Where: Kerry Hotel
What: The A to Z of wedding planning all under one roof—from luxurious decorations to dining, venues and jewellery. Expect interactive experiences with over 30 specialists and vendors, including guided tours, tastings and workshops.
Register at eventbrite.hk
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