Best Christmas markets in Hong Kong 2020
It’s time to get into the holiday spiritWith Christmas fast approaching, there is nothing like a visit to a Christmas market to kick off the holiday season. Featuring a host of festive treats, local handicrafts and some of the most coveted items of the season, these festive markets are perfect for all your Christmas shopping needs.
Editor’s note: We have done our best to keep our content as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but life under Covid-19 regulations means things tend to change, often from day-to-day. Please check with local businesses for operation hours and services available.
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K11 MUSEA festive pop-ups
A series of new festive pop-ups at K11 Musea will whisk you away to a festive European Winterscape. Fairy-lit stalls next to giant Christmas ornaments, an oversized nutcracker and a huge clock tower will be where all the magic happens on the sixth floor. You can pick from a selection of gourmet gifts, handicrafts and wellness products. The Royal Truck will be parked at MUSE EDITION with daily baked Christmas cupcakes and pre-packed beef wellingtons for sale.
When: December 17—27
Where: Shop 605, 6/F Christmas Village Pop-up, K11 MUSEA
How much: Free entry
Hong Kong Living Christmas Getaway (Postponed)
Join Hong Kong Living’s very own Christmas Getaway at The Pulse to get yourself ready for the best time of the year. Featuring over 30 local brands, our beachside Christmas market offers home decor, kid’s gifts, jewellery and more. With nibbles and bubbles at our refreshment corner, enjoy family fun at our workshops offered by Kajal Naina and Chocolart Studio, where you can decorate your own reusable masks and get crafty with some Christmas baubles.
When: December 12-13
Where: The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay
How much: Free entry
The Langham Christmas Market
The Langham is adding a month-long Christmas market to its exhaustive list of festive celebrations. Drop by the weekend market to get your own custom-designed tote bag at Heep Hong Society’s booth, where all proceeds will be donated to children and youths with diverse needs. Guests can also find a plethora of stalls and vendors showcasing local crafts.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday from December 2 to 27, 12-8pm
Where: The Langham Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
How much: Free entry
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Discovery Bay Christmas Market
The November Discovery Bay Christmas Market has been cancelled due to a rise in respiratory illness and untraceable Covid cases. The organiser has announced that it will move the market online. Check Handmade Hong Kong’s Facebook page for the latest updates about its December market.
Besides its laidback vibes and scenic hikes, Discovery Bay is also much-loved for its Sunday markets. Bringing back the joyous bazaar this holiday season, Handmade Hong Kong is hosting one of the biggest Christmas markets in Hong Kong at the town’s plaza. As Christmas draws near, you can shop for dainty ornaments and handcrafted goodies from local brands and designers.
When: December 6, 11am-6pm
Where: Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay
How much: Free entry
The Christmas Market at Landmark
This Christmas, Landmark is offering its take on traditional European-style Christmas markets and transforming a section of the mall into a Santa’s grotto. Besides the usual festive ornaments and treats, shoppers can find an array of limited-edition goodies at the Landmark Christmas Market. We are particularly excited about the sweet delights offered at the market, including seasonal pastries by chef Richard Ekkebus from LMO Freshly Baked and truffles from famed British chocolatier Charbonnel et Walker. Don’t forget to pick up a bottle (or two) from the market’s wine section, which stocks a wide selection ranging from independent whiskies from The Whisky Library to personalised gins from Dr. Fern’s.
When: November 2 – December 31, 11am-8pm
Where: Shop 308 and 312-314, 3/F, Landmark Atrium, Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central
How much: Free entry
Stanley Plaza Christmas Market
The Stanley Plaza Christmas Market has been cancelled due to the recent surge in coronavirus cases. However, its regular weekend markets will be going ahead. For more information, visit Link’s website or call 6476 4251.
The Stanley Plaza Christmas Market is making its glorious return to the idyllic seaside town this December. Visitors can browse over 50 booths selling gifts, handicrafts and food options. To ensure proper social distancing and the safety of its guests, the market will be organised into four sessions per day. Visitors are encouraged to book a visiting timeslot on Link’s Park & Dine mobile app to secure a spot while a limited quota for walk-in guests are also available.
When: December 12-13 and 19-20, 11:30am-8:30pm
Where: Stanley Plaza Square, Stanley
How much: Free entry. Pre-registration available through Link’s Park & Dine mobile app from November 20
Read more: Your neighbourhood guide to Stanley
Honi Honi Christmas Pop-Up Market
The beloved Hawaiian-inspired tiki bar is turning its cheerful lounge into a pop-up Christmas market. Highlighting an array of lifestyle products, the one-day market carries everything from homeware and candles to clothing, jewellery and more. Market-goers can find eco-jewellery brand Niin and boutique homeware brand FAUX. A portion of the market’s proceeds will be donated to local charity Mother’s Choice.
When: December 10, 10:30am-7:30pm
Where: Honi Honi Tiki Cocktail Lounge, 3/F, Somptueux Central, 52 Wellington Street, Central
How much: Free entry
K11 X’mas Market
Every weekend this December, K11 Art Mall will be transformed into a hub of Hong Kong creatives and art and crafters. Spanning across two levels of the mall, the weekend market will showcase a plethora of local handicraft brands. Follow K11’s social media for further updates about the market.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday in December and December 24-25, 11am-9pm
Where: 1-2/F, K11 Art Mall, 11 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
How much: Free entry
Treasure Island Christmas Market
Living in Hong Kong, we’re lucky enough to be blessed by the city’s sub-tropical climate, where we can still experience a beachside Christmas market. This December, Treasure Island is celebrating the holiday with good food, wine and more on the picturesque Pui O Beach. While the little ones can have fun getting dressed-up with face paint, adults can shop amongst an array of gourmet bites and drinks, alongside health products and holiday gifts.
When: December 12-13,11am-5pm
Where: Pui O Beach, Lantau
How much: Free entry
Murray Christmas Market
The posh five-star hotel is welcoming guests to its 10-day Christmas market. Set against festive decor and a joyous atmosphere, you will be inspired to find the ideal Christmas gifts for your loved ones. Ranging from homeware goods and pet supplies to skincare products, The Murray’s market is about to make your holidays a bit more magical.
When: December 17-26, 12-8pm
Where: The Murray, Cotton Tree Terrace, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
How much: Free entry
