Latest update (Monday, April 29): Due to unpredictable weather this week, officials have said that there is a possiblilty the fireworks schedueld to take place on Labour Day – the first of the city’s regular pyrotechnic displays – may be cancelled. According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the weather on May 1 is expected to be cloudy with occasional showers with squally thunderstorms. Authorities will keep an eye on the weather and announce by Wednesday if the fireworks will go ahead as planned.
When can I watch the fireworks and drone displays in Hong Kong?
As part of the proposed measures in the Hong Kong budget 2024-25, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is set to host regular fireworks and drone displays over our famous Victoria Harbour starting May 2024. The shows will take on different themes to coincide with various festivals and major events happening in the city.
The first firework display will take place on May 1 (8pm) near the East Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade to…