Hong Kong's Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Office launches the inaugural "Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Month" this June, offering a wide range of activities for locals and tourists to experience the richness and joy of intangible cultural heritage. The opening ceremony, held today (May 31) at the HK Cultural Centre, features a spectacular parade and performances open to the public for free today and tomorrow.
The opening ceremony commenced with a traditional Nanyin performance, followed by lion dances, Yingge dances, and other culturally rich performances, setting the stage for the grand launch of the event.
The "ICH Carnival" will take place at the HK Cultural Centre Piazza today and tomorrow, featuring numerous ICH performances, such as lion and Yingge dance parades, parade of "Floating Colours parade" at Cheung Chau and dragon dance, Sai Kung Hakka Unicorn Dance, Cantonese opera excerpts, Ip Man Wing Chun, Tai Chi, Pixiu dances, and Dragon Boat dances. Over ten activity booths will also be set up, where ICH practitioners and groups will demonstrate their skills, and visitors can participate in hands-on experiences.
"ICH Carnival" event details
- Date: May 31 and June 1 (Saturday and Sunday)
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Venue: Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza (10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui)
- Admission: Free
For program details, please visit the official website.
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