Best things to do in Hong Kong in June

Hong Kong is kicking off the summer with dragons, superheroes and flowers – all part of a fun line-up of events in June. From traditional celebrations to splash-worthy music festivals, there’s lots going on this month, whether you’re keen to soak up the sun or prefer to escape the heat at cool new art exhibitions.

Read on for some of the best things to do in Hong Kong this June. 

NAKED FLOWERS in Hong Kong 

Immersive art is all the rage nowadays and Japanese collective NAKED are showing exactly how it’s done with a blooming great show. Co-sponsored by Cathay, the Naked Flowers exhibition will be showing at the iconic 1881 Heritage building in Tsim Sha Tsui until October. With exhibits ranging from gigantic projection-mapped blooms to kaleidoscopic digital art in mirrored infinity rooms, it’s sure to appeal to the Instagram crowd.  

Want the full VIP treatment? Cathay members can enjoy an immersive dining experience at the venue on 12 July. Explore the exhibition away from the crowds and savour an exclusive menu in a dreamy floral setting. 

Head to Cathay Shop to book your Naked Flowers ticket using Asia Miles or Miles Plus Cash. Tickets to the exclusive dining experience will be available on 20 June.  

Dragon Boat (Tuen Ng) Festival

Scores of boats with painted dragon heads are set to storm Hong Kong’s waters this month as the annual Dragon Boat Festival returns, bringing the sound of drums and the scent of steamed rice to the city. While amateur teams will be facing off at races on Hong Kong’s south side, the competition to keep your eyes on is the 2024 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races where teams from all over the world will race across Victoria Harbour on 15 and 16 June.  

We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the festival’s traditional delicacy joong : steamed bamboo leaf-wrapped parcels stuffed with glutinous rice, pork, salted egg yolks and more. You’ll find tons of restaurants putting their own spin on the staple this season, including luxurious versions from The Peninsula and Rosewood Hong Kong’s The Legacy House .

Art exhibitions in Hong Kong

American artist Bruce Nauman will make his Hong Kong debut this month at JC Contemporary in Tai Kwun, with an exhibition that offers a retrospective on Nauman’s decades-long career. See famed pieces like Animal Pyramid – a tower of precariously balanced animal sculptures – and eerie 3 Heads Fountain. 

Meanwhile, at the Hong Kong Museum of Art, exhibition Fragrance of Time – In Search of Scent charts the importance of incense in China through the centuries, exploring the connection between scents and memories – including those that stretch all the way back to ancient times. 

Music festivals in Hong Kong

Prepare for a splashing – sorry, smashing summer as not one but two water-based music festivals make their way to the city. Waterbomb , a South Korean music festival, will see K-pop superstars like Hyuna, Rain, Jessi and Jay Park perform against the backdrop of Hong Kong’s skyline. As you dance to the music, you’ll also be taking part in a giant water fight, with designated team colours – so come ready to square off.  

S20 Songkran Music Festival is also back for another round this year from 8-9 June, bringing world-class DJs like Afrojack, Galantis and Alok to Victoria Harbourfront. Bring your swimsuit if you’re heading to the Wet Zone, where crowds will be pelted with gallons of water, then dip off to the Glam Zone to get your makeup and hair redone. 

If you’re looking for sand and sea, Discovery Bay will be hosting beach festival The Next Wave again this year from 29-30 June, with local artists such as Tyson Yoshi, Pandora, Kolor and more taking to the stage. Food and lifestyle brands such as Benefit, Dough Bros, and Nosh will also be on hand if you need a break from dancing your heart out. 

Theme parks in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s theme parks are ramping up their offerings for the summer, bringing some of your favourite fictional characters to life. Over at Hong Kong Disneyland , it’s a Marvel hero extravaganza with new shows, special experiences and themed menus and merchandise. At the live action show Find Your Super Power: Battle for Stark Expo, Iron Man, Spider-Man and Star-Lord face off against Hydra agents looking to steal the Arc Reactor. In the evening, drones rise into the air for the sky-high stunner Find Your Super Power: Battle in the Sky. 

Over at Ocean Park , selected dates are being dedicated to popular video game Honkai: Star Rail , with areas transformed into the game’s world, Penacony. You’ll also be able to grab special merch and embark on limited missions to get exclusive fan cards.