Hong Kong is the consummate entertainer, offering every kind of after-dark diversion from up market pursuits like opera and theatre to a drinking scene that includes Wan Chai's sleazy hostess bars and the alleyway crawlspaces of Lan Kwai Fong to numerous ego-shattering karaoke places.

This is a refined place with Art Nouveau details and some colonial nostalgia in one of Hong Kong's most attractive streets. Customers dress well and the seating is very comfortable. The very merry atmosphere is helped along by very generous happy hours.

Events Overview

Hong Kong's combined use of the Western calendar and the Chinese lunar calendar can make trying to determine the exact date of festivals a bit tricky. Chinese New Year takes place in late January/early February, and many people get four days off for the event.

Expect a massive fireworks display over Victoria Harbour. The Tin Hau Festival is a Taoist festival falling around late April/early May. Junks are decorated and sail in long rows to Tin Hau temples to pray for clear skies and good fishing.

The Dragon Boat Festival is held in June, with dragon boat races taking place in Hong Kong and Outlying Islands. Lantern Festival takes place in September or October. Lanterns are lit in homes, restaurants and temples. The Festival of Asian Arts is a major international event and usually occurs in October or November.