Top 10 Things to Do in December
Just 'cus the weather's cooling down doesn't mean your social life can't heat up. Check out Tristan Ruzic’s picks for the top 10 things to do this December.
1. Great Escapes
It’s back! Get ready for the AIA Great European Carnival. It’s been eight years since the city last saw this show, but but get this: it’s not just returning as a one-off. Nope! It’s here for three consecutive years, so make it a tradition. In addition to more than 70 rides, there will also be games and food, food, food!
Dec-Feb. The Terrace, Hong Kong Central Harbourfront, tgec.asia. Weekends: $125, adults; $90, kids (3-11); Weekdays: $90.
2. Raise the Roof
Who doesn’t love rooftops, music and December's glorious weather? For a dose of all of the above, head to Hong Kong’s first-ever Roofest. This new cultural festival is all about "overground art," which promises live performances from eight DJs, as well as exhibitions from street artists like Mark Goss, Peter Yuill, Parent's Parent. In the way of goodies, there'll be Nice Pops on deck as well as a vinyl records shop, shirts from Print House and a handmade jewelry booth.
Dec 6, noon-midnight. 5/F, Easy-Pack Industrial Building, 140 Wai Yip St., Kwun Tong. Tickets $120 at door or from www.eventbrite.hk.
3. Sake Bombs
It doesn’t get much better than sushi, sake, and 300-pound Japanese sumo wrestlers in action—and this year’s SumoSushiSake has stepped up its game with professional wrestling matches. If you’re keen to compete yourself, check out sushi- and hot dog-eating contest. Still hungry? Get your fill at the many Japanese food stall lining the harborfront.
Dec 13, noon. West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade, Austin Road, West Kowloon. www.SumoSushiSakeHK.com. Tickets $270-570 at the door.
