SummerFest returns to Central Harbourfront with a series of free events
How long is SummerFest 2025 open for?
SummerFest 2025 will go on for 66 days straight, from May 30 to August 3 at the Central Harbourfront Event space. It's open 3pm to 9pm on weekdays, and 1pm to 9pm on weekends and holidays.
What is the theme of SummerFest 2025?
This year's theme is Bambooscape, which celebrates one of Hong Kong's most unique cultural treasures – bamboo scaffolding. Architects from Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Japan, along with local craftsmen, will create six impressive installations that mix old-school techniques with new ideas.
Free guided tours are also available for those who want to learn more about each piece, or you can get hands-on by taking part in workshops to learn everything from bamboo weaving to making bamboo mats.
What are the free events at SummerFest 2025?
The SummerFest programme schedule is jam-packed this year, filled with events that have been split into four categories: sports, music, dance, and culture. Highlights include the WanderFest outdoor markets (June 21-22) featuring local designs, live music, and more, and the Mermazing Summer Splash (June 28-29), where there'll be water-themed activities, music and dance performances, and colourful bubbles. Only July 1, the Tao of Enjoyce will even gather over 1,000 people to attempt a world record with participants holding a one-minute chair-holding pose! And don't miss Summer Vibes on July 12, where the Hong Kong Festival Wind Orchestra will be playing familiar Japanese anime theme songs, J-pop tunes, Hollywood movie soundtracks, and Disney classics.
There are plenty more programmes to explore throughout the summer, so head to SummerFest's official website to find out more.
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