A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Hong Kong.
Friday, January 25
If you want to start your weekend with a bit of disco music, then good news: The soul train is here. The South Canton Soul Train, that is, with Cantonese disco, and cheongsams, in the mix. Dress code extends to all disco-themed threads from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, and the aforementioned cheongsams. Prizes will be awarded to the night’s best-dressed. To attend, RSVP at southcantonsoultrain@gmail.com.
10pm to 2am at, Behind Bars, G/F, E Hall, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central. Free.
This exhibition features works by local artists Carmen Ng and June Ho, who use their work to explore the emotions that arise when one moves home — the hope and excitement about a new beginning, the challenge of moving to a new environment, and the fear of losing friends.
11am to 7pm until Saturday, February 16 at, Karin Weber Gallery, 20 Aberdeen Street, Central. Free.
If you’re thinking about adopting a pet dog but don’t know how to go about doing it, animal shelter LAP and Ucommune Hong Kong will be hosting a session to answer any questions you might have about the process.
7pm to 9pm at, Ucommune Mongkok, MOKO, 17/F, Tower 1 Grand Century Plaza, 193 Prince Edward Road. Free.
A cabaret show featuring the best and brightest performers from Hong Kong’s cabaret scene.
8pm to 11pm at, 10 Arbuthnot Rd, Central. HK$100 (standing ticket) HK$250 (seated).
Marcel Dzama: Crossing the Line
The David Zwirner gallery presents this exhibition by Canadian-born artist Marcel Dzama — Crossing the Line features drawings, dioramas, and a film that looks into human action and motivation, as well as the blurred relationship between the real and the subconscious.
10am to 6pm until Saturday, March 9 at, David Zwirner, 5-6/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central. Free.
Saturday, January 26
We Are Like Air: Book Talk & Signing
Filipino photographer Xyza Cruz Bacani will be hosting a talk and a signing about her latest book We Are Like Air, which focuses on the stories and experiences of Hong Kong’s migrant workers. A former domestic worker herself, her photos tell the stories of domestic workers who are portrayed not as victims, but as champions who have overcome many personal hardships.
4pm to 6pm at, Blue Lotus Gallery, 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan. Free.
Big Band Night – LIVE at Fringe Dairy
Island Express Jazz Orchestra will be performing at the Fringe Club as part of the club’s “Jazz-Go-Central, Jazz-Go-Fringe.” Their repertoire includes originals by Bob Mintzer, Pat Metheny and Matt Catinggub, as well as fresh arrangements of the standards. Japanese jazz pianist Junko Moriya will also be the guest soloist at this performance.
9:30pm to 11:30pm at, Fringe Dairy, Hong Kong Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central. HK$185 (on the day) HK$155 (advance and Fringe members) HK$124 (concessions).
Hidden Concepts Presents Pre-Loved Market
If you’re looking for quirky vintage items at a bargain, Hidden Concept’s Pre-Loved Market usually pools together a pretty solid collection of goods.
12pm to 6pm at, Hidden Concepts, 19C Harbourview Court, Kennedy Town. [PRICE].
Archive by Shann Larsson opening night
Sai Ying Pun art gallery presents this solo show by Shann Larsson, a third culture artist who is of Swedish and Indian heritage who has lived in Hong Kong for the past 21 years. The gallery will be hosting a launch party on Saturday.
6pm to 9pm at, Club Third, Shop no. 2, G/F & Cockloft, Fook On Building, 192 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun. Free.
Isaac Chong Wai: Is the World Your Friend?
Isaac Chong Wai presents his solo exhibition, which explores his personal experience of being attacked by a stranger on a street in Berlin. Chong meditates on how his actions could mediate trauma, intervene in violence, and even exercise reconciliation. The projects presented are made between 2013 and 2019, and address the themes of incarceration, victimization, migration, oppression, and politics of space.
4pm to 6:30pm and 10am to 6pm until Saturday, March 9 at, Blindspot Gallery, 15/F, Po Chai Industrial Building, 28 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang. Free.
Sunday, January 27
Long Poses Life Drawing Session
To Kwa Wan art gallery Swing A Cat usually holds a life drawing class on Wednesday evenings, but this week, they’ll be holding it on Sunday. Sessions start with a series of warm-ups where participants draw poses for five minutes, then 20 minutes, then one hour. Drawing tools like A2 paper, charcoal, pencils, easels, drawing boards will be provided, although participants can also bring their own. WhatsApp +852 9378 8614 to register.
2pm to 5pm at, Swing A Cat, Rear Shop, G/F, 241 To Kwa Wan Road, Kowloon. HK$250.
A Little Toast with a Big Aussie Day Celebration
Little Creatures in Kennedy Town, which makes its own Aussie-style craft brews, is hosting an Australia Day celebration. There will be beer, food, games, face painting, and, well, whatever other things lots of day-drinking people do together. Tickets cost HK$99 and includes two pints of Kennedy Town brew and sausage sizzle, and each additional pint is just HK$35 all day long. Remember to dress in green or gold. To RSVP call +852 2833 5611 or email info@littlecreatures.hk
9am to 6pm at, Little Creatures, 5A New Praya, Kennedy Town. HK$99.
Yoga apparel and equipment store Flow Factory Co. will be hosting a free Hatha yoga class at Tamar Park, and instructors will be teaching participants (beginners and intermediate-level recommended) how to use a yoga strap. Remember to bring your own yoga mat, towel, water, and yoga strap, which you can buy on-site at half price, for HK$30 (message Flow Factory Co. to reserve one).
11am to 12pm at, Tamar Park, Admiralty. Free.
