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Expanded Mid-Autumn Festival lantern show to light up Hong Kong. Here’s what to see

Hong Kong will host an expanded International Lantern Spectacular in Victoria Park from September 17 to 27 as part of efforts to attract locals and tourists. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the event aims to complement other Mid-Autumn Festival activities, including the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance.

Edith LinSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-08-28 · 01:00 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
Expanded Mid-Autumn Festival lantern show to light up Hong Kong. Here’s what to see
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Hong Kong will host an expanded International Lantern Spectacular in Victoria Park from September 17 to 27 as part of efforts to attract locals and tourists. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the event aims to complement other Mid-Autumn Festival activities, including the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance. A key feature will be the World Lantern Boulevard, displaying over 3,000 unique lanterns from 20 countries and regions. This upgraded and more international show is intended to enhance the festive atmosphere for attendees.

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The World Lantern Boulevard will feature over 3,000 lanterns from 20 countries and regions.

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The event will take place at Victoria Park between September 17 and 27.

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The International Lantern Spectacular is organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

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An expanded, international, and upgraded lantern show will be held in Hong Kong's Victoria Park during the Mid-Autumn Festival next month.

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A more international and upgraded lantern show is set to light up Hong Kong’s Victoria Park during the Mid-Autumn Festival next month, as part of the city’s efforts to entice locals and tourists alike.The International Lantern Spectacular, organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, will be held at the Causeway Bay park between September 17 and 27, complementing other festive activities such as the Fire Dragon Dance in the nearby Tai Hang neighbourhood.To help readers get into the spirit of the festival, the South China Morning Post lists the latest additions to this lantern extravaganza.Did someone say lanterns?A highlight of the show is the World Lantern Boulevard, which will showcase more than 3,000 distinctive lanterns from 20 countries and regions, such as South Korea and Brazil.
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