Programme Highlights (Sha Tin District)
Sha Tin Festive Lighting
Date: December 16, 2023 to January 8, 2024 and January 28 to February 25, 2024Venue: Lek Yuen Bridge, Sand Martin Bridge, Shing Mun Riverside, Sha Tin Park, Ma On Shan Park
The dazzling lighting on Lek Yuen Bridge creates a festive atmosphere for the Sha Tin District.
The colourful Sand Martin Bridge enhances the festive ambience along the Shing Mun River.
The adorable and lively art installations in Ma On Shan Park are the perfect spots for photo-taking.
Sha Tin Festive Lighting Switch-on Ceremony 2023
Date: December 16, 2023Venue: Amphitheatre, Sha Tin Park
The Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Ms Zhu Yihua (fourth left) and the District Officer (Sha Tin), Mr Frederick Yu (fifth left) host the Sha Tin Festive Lighting Switch-on Ceremony.
The District Officer (Sha Tin), Mr Frederick Yu, delivers a speech at the ceremony.
The District Officer (Sha Tin), Mr Frederick Yu, is pictured with the guests and performing groups.
The guest performers present spectacular shows on stage.
Fire Safety Activities during Festive Season Campaign 2023 cum Sha Tin Fire Station and Ambulance Depot Open Day
Date: December 17, 2023Venue: Sha Tin Fire Station and Ambulance Depot
A group photo of the officiating guests at the opening ceremony of Fire Safety Activities during Festive Season Campaign 2023 cum Sha Tin Fire Station and Ambulance Depot Open Day.
Ambassadors of the Fire Safety Activities during Festive Season Campaign demonstrate the use of portable firefighting equipment in a firefighting simulation.
Firefighting and rescue drill demonstration.
Harmony in Sha Tin: Exploring Music, Heritage and Cultural Treasures at Tao Fong Shan
Date: December 23, 2023Venue: Tao Fong Shan Christian Centre
The school choir sings Christmas carols in the antique conference hall.
Group photo of the participants.
Sha Tin Riverside Carnival cum Orchestral Concert Celebrating the Year of Dragon
Date: January 28, 2024Venue: Amphitheatre, Sha Tin Park
Members of the public learn the traditional Chinese culture through participating in booth games.
The dazzling lights along the riverside and melodious symphonic performance showcase an outdoor audio-visual feast for the senses.
Day × Night Vibes @ 18 Districts - “Sha Tin Festive Vibes” Lantern Festival Fun Day
Date: February 24-25, 2024Venue: Sha Tin Park
Guests officiate at the ceremony of Day × Night Vibes @ 18 Districts - “Sha Tin Festive Vibes” Lantern Festival Fun Day.
Officiating guests and other guests including Sha Tin District Council members are pictured with the audience.
Various game booths, a snack bar and traditional handicraft workshops at the event attract numerous visitors, livening up the scene.
Various lighting and large-scale installations, including a glittering heart-shaped tunnel and walls of lanterns, are set up at Sha Tin Park. Visitors can also enjoy lantern riddles while taking photos at the festive photo spots to celebrate the Lantern Festival.
Various local organisations deliver fascinating stage performances, including traditional Chinese dance.
Sha Tin Festive Lighting Photo Competition Award Ceremony
Date: February 24, 2024Venue: Amphitheatre, Sha Tin Park
The Chairman of the Planning Committee on Festive Lighting in Sha Tin, Mr Cheung Chi-yin (centre), presents certificates of appreciation to the two judges of the photo competition.
The District Officer (Sha Tin), Mr Frederick Yu (centre), together with other officiating guests, presents certificates to the winners of Merit Awards.
The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak (right), presents a trophy to the champion.
The Director of Home Affairs, Mrs Alice Cheung (right), presents a trophy to the first runner-up.
The Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Li Gongxun (left), presents a trophy to the second runner-up.
Cantonese Opera Performance in Celebration of Chinese New Year
Date: February 25, 2024Venue: Auditorium, Sha Tin Town Hall
Famous artists of Cantonese opera stage the classic play The Marshal’s Marriage.
Audience enjoy the Cantonese opera performance.