7. Family events in December

Looking for things to do in Hong Kong with your little ones this holiday season? There are options galore: A vibrant puppet-filled show brings the 2005 Dreamworks film Madagascar to life from 14-24 December, while meet-and-greets with Santa Claus himself will take place at Pacific Place’s enchanted Snowfall Hollow. The Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival also immerses visitors of all ages in the lesser known yet still enormously captivating stories of Hong Kong’s outlying eastern islands, with daily tours, craft workshops, busking and arts performances, all with free public entry until 14 January 2024.

Potterheads can experience the music of the franchise live on 12 December, when KITEC will host a screening of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix accompanied by the City Chamber Orchestra. Dedicated fans of the magical series should also hop on a ferry to Macao, as The Londoner throws open its doors to Harry Potter: The Exhibition from 15 December onwards, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the films and immersive journey into the wizarding world.