If you’ve always looked on in awe and jealousy at the kinds of balloon and float parades that take place in the US, be green no longer, as Hong Kong will have our very own large-scale balloon parade for the first time!
Beloved international and local characters such as Spongebob Squarepants, Toy Story figures, and dogs from Paw Patrol will be blown up into giant balloons and set to soar over our city’s iconic Victoria Harbour. In addition to the balloons, the organisers will also set up festive surprises around the city’s bustling streets and quieter corners to transform things into a dream playground even past the waterfront.
Expect treasure hunts through Hong Kong’s major attractions as well, with festivities culminating in a grand finale parade. We’re keeping our fingers crossed for a marching band, floats, and song-and-dance numbers à la Ferris Bueller, but let’s see what the celebration ends up bringing us!
Merry Balloon will run this year around Christmas time, so check back for precise dates, ticketing details, and more.
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