Welcome to the end of February! This weekend (Feb 28 - Mar 1, 2026) is your absolute last chance for the huge AIA Carnival and the Winter World Circus, plus there are fun free play days specifically scheduled for younger explorers. The Hong Kong Arts Festival is also still underway, offering high-culture entertainment.
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HELLO PANDAS: The Panda's Space Journey – Chasing Dreams in the Galaxy
Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazzas
Free panda-themed outdoor carnival with art installations and robot dogs in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Open Play Day at Jockey Club Play and Learn Centre (Sham Shui Po)
Jockey Club Play and Learn Centre (Sham Shui Po)
Free indoor play session focusing on developmental activities for 3-6 year olds on Saturday morning.
Chiikawa Baby Hong Kong Pop-Up Store
MOKO, Mong Kok
Free entry to browse tonnes of cute merchandise from the popular characters.
· February 28
11OPEN PLAY DAY AT JOCKEY CLUB PLAY AND LEARN CENTRE (SHAM SHUI PO)FREE : If you have little ones aged 3-6, register for this free session that includes water play, sand play, physical games, and reading areas designed for early development.It's a structured, free play session specifically for preschoolers, running on Saturday morning.
OPEN PLAY DAY AT JOCKEY CLUB PLAY AND LEARN CENTRE (TUEN MUN)FREE : The second session for preschoolers on Saturday afternoon, offering developmental play activities indoors, so it's perfect rain or shine.A great free indoor activity option for the 3-6 age group on Saturday afternoon.
OPEN PLAY DAY AT JOCKEY CLUB PLAY AND LEARN CENTRE (YUEN LONG)FREE : Another location offering the free play sessions for 3-6 year olds on Saturday morning, focusing on early years development activities.Provides accessibility to the popular free program for families based in the New Territories.
FREE : This is a free information session hosted by the Goethe-Institut, which might interest older kids or teens thinking about future education abroad.It's a specific one-off, free event happening Saturday morning that is educational.
: Check out giant inflatable IP figures and 12 toy brands, plus interactive games running specifically on Saturday and Sunday.It's an art/toy exhibition with specific interactive game sessions happening only on this weekend.
FREE : A free carnival featuring cute panda characters, aerospace art installations, and robot dog activities. Great for younger kids who love cute things.It's free, outdoors, and features cute characters popular with younger children.
CNY MUSICAL: A LUCKY START! : Catch this original musical about learning the meaning behind *lai see* (red packets). There is a second performance on Sunday afternoon too.A unique, age-appropriate theatre performance that ties into the recent Chinese New Year theme.
: The festival is running, and their programming often includes specific family-friendly options like the Jockey Club East-meets-West Series.It's a general festival highlight running all weekend, so there are guaranteed performances suitable for families.
FREE : Visit this free entry pop-up to browse thousands of square feet of adorable Chiikawa merchandise. Perfect for a quick, cute shopping trip Saturday.It's free to enter and focuses on very popular cute characters, great for short family outings.
FREE : Stroll down this picturesque walkway on Saturday evening to see over 800 golden lanterns and towering peach blossom trees—a beautiful, free photo opportunity.A beautiful, free evening activity perfect for the whole family while the CNY decor is still up.
: Check out the massive light festival featuring over 20,000 light sculptures across nine themed worlds created by a Cirque du Soleil co-founder.It’s a fantastic, immersive outdoor light installation running all weekend.
· March 1
6: This is the final day for the massive carnival, featuring over 30 rides, games, and photo ops themed around 'Hong Kong Tradition'. Don't miss out on the fun before it packs up!It's the absolute last day for this massive family attraction, making it a must-do if you haven't gone yet.
: Catch the globally renowned Gandeys Circus for their final 60-minute show featuring breathtaking acts. Your ticket also gets you into the adjacent AIA Carnival.Final performance day for this big-top spectacle, perfect for a thrilling family outing.
: This is the closing day for this grand operatic dance drama, an excellent way to introduce older kids or teens to high culture during the Arts Festival.It's the final performance on Sunday for a major Arts Festival highlight.
: This is the final day for the CNY celebration coinciding with the park's 20th Anniversary, so catch the themed decorations and character outfits one last time!It's the last day of the CNY celebration at the park, combining a major attraction with seasonal fun.
: If you plan to visit Ocean Park this Sunday, you can catch the final day of the Lunar New Year Fiesta, including festive decorations and character appearances.This is the last day for the seasonal CNY theme at Ocean Park.
FREE : The Fire Services Department is holding public disaster preparedness drills in the Eastern District this Sunday, giving kids a chance to see emergency services in action.A free, public demonstration by emergency services happening specifically on Sunday in the Eastern District.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Enjoy the wheel this weekend while it features seasonal floral-themed gondolas and live music with spectacular harbour views.Seasonal decorations are up, making a standard ride more special for a Saturday outing.
: If you are near West Kowloon on Saturday night, check out the lighting displays, which include Chinese New Year visuals running until March 3rd.A free, evening activity showcasing light installations while CNY decorations are still active.
: Experience live music illuminated by thousands of candles with a stunning backdrop. This is running all weekend.A beautiful and unique evening concert series running Saturday, perfect for a special family treat.
FREE : Experience Hong Kong's first large-scale immersive art dome offering a 360° multi-sensory ArtTech playground. General entry is free.It offers a unique, modern, and sensory experience that’s largely free to access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Hong Kong this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are several free events: the HELLO PANDAS space carnival in Tsim Sha Tsui, the Study in Germany Information Session on Saturday morning, various sessions of the Jockey Club Play and Learn Centre (registration required), and viewing the WestK Nightscapes light show.
Are there any last-chance events this weekend?
Yes, Sunday, March 1st is the final day for the massive AIA Carnival and the exciting Winter World Circus at the Central Harbourfront Event Space.
What's happening for younger kids (3-6 years old)?
The Jockey Club Play and Learn Centres have dedicated 'Open Play Days' specifically for ages 3-6 on both Saturday (in Sham Shui Po, Tuen Mun, and Yuen Long) and Sunday afternoon (in Tuen Mun). These sessions are free with required registration.
