Immerse Yourself in Hong Kong’s Summer Fun

This summer, visitors to Hong Kong can enjoy a host of gourmet happenings, shopping sprees, signature city events, and attractions’ summer programs.

Attending a large scale e-sports event is one of the must-do activities to enjoy a vibrant summer, especially for those who are young or young at heart.

Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the third edition of e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong, will be staged from July 26 to July 28 in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), with more exciting new elements and entertainment options than ever.

There are a host of international tournaments, along with both regional and local tournaments.

Another highlight of the Festival is the Experience Zone, which is a showcase of retro arcade machines, along with VR experiences and professional e-racing equipment for trial.

Visitors will have a chance to experience the trendiest mobile games at the CSL Mobile Game Party and check out Street Fighter and The King of Fighters in the Retro Fighting Game Zone.

As well, the three-night Festival will also feature thrilling performances: an ACG & e-Sports Cosplay Competition on the first night, an electronic dance music (EDM) party featuring Korean rapper Gary and Spray on the second night, and music performances featuring popular local bands and artists on the third night.

The all-inclusive admission tickets are priced at HK$50 (CDN$8), with no additional charge for watching the e-sports tournaments, trying out the Experience Zone, and enjoying the performances. Ticket holders of the e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong will also be entitled to free admission to the Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong on the same day.

For more details about Hong Kong Summer Fun & the e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong, go to http://www.discoverhongkong.com/ca/see-do/events-festivals/highlight-events/summer-fun.jsp, http://www.emfhk.com .