Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls

Escape the heat at your local mall - Hong Kong’s shopping centres are pulling out all the stops with a raft of fun installations and activities this summer

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Forever Toys @ Harbour City - Harbour City

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - Harbour City celebrates the release of Toy Story 5

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To celebrate the release of Toy Story 5 the toys have staged a takeover of Harbour City shopping complex. Head to the outdoor playroom at Ocean Terminal Forecourt and the two-metre sculptures of Woody, Jessie and Bullseye and try your hand at the interactive games inspired by the film, including a ring toss and a memory game. Up on the Ocean Terminal Deck, there’s a four-and-a-half-metre Buzz Lightyear figure, backdropped by the city’s skyline. On the adjacent lawn, Hong Kong Disneyland has installed further displays - don’t miss the Buzz Lightyear and Jessie live appearance on July 19. And of course, there’s plenty of merchandise available at the official pop-up store, as well as a DIY crystal bracelet and mini figurine zone. Finally, head to Gallery by the Harbour which is hosting an exhibition featuring production artwork, with initial concept designs and early storyboards. Proceeds from the event are donated to local charity, Make A Wish Foundation.

Until August 31, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Juju World - Pacific Place

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - the fluffy universe that is Juju World is coming to Pacific Place

Step inside the fluffy universe of the 'juju' this summer. Pacific Place mall is hosting the Hong Kong debut of Juju World, a larger-than-life collaboration with internationally celebrated Australian artist CJ Hendry. Known for its floppy ears and flower-adorned eye, Hendry's viral juju character is transforming Garden Court into a multi-sensory playground. Families can wander through 'juju planet' to admire towering, vibrant character sculptures, step inside the 'juju room' - a cosy cocoon enveloped by a soft sea of over 400 plushies - and take whimsical family photos in the 'juju infinity mirror'. To celebrate the launch, Hendry has designed a Hong Kong-exclusive merchandise collection. Collectors can snap up limited-edition blind boxes featuring nine city-inspired colourways, alongside giant plush toys, summer essentials, and capsule machines packed with playful accessories to customise your own juju companion. It's the ultimate bright, soft, and completely irresistible escape from the summer heat.

July 23 to August 16, Garden Court, Pacific Place, Admiralty.

Summer Hungry Tea House - Moko New Century Plaza

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - join the tea house fun at Moko New Century Plaza

Hungry diners are invited to check out the atrium at this Kowloon mall which has been transformed into a giant Hong Kong-style tea house. Six oversize photo spots include a swirling lemon tea swimming pool, a three-metre classic iced lemon tea installation and a ‘Moko Tea House’ retro-style restaurant counter. Don’t miss the pineapple bun steamed dim sum cart being pushed around the atrium by a pineapple bun vendor, and there’s a giant steamer containing cute char siu bao and siu mai dumpling characters - walk into the steamer to take a photo with the cute dim sum pieces. Smiling serenely at the centre of the action is a giant egg tart. Complete three summer challenges - including a dim sum treasure hunt, dim sum takeaway challenge and a Hong Kong handmade charm workshop - to be in with the chance of winning limited-edition gifts.

Until August 30, Moko New Century Plaza, 193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok.

D Park Summer Sports Park - D Park

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - bouncy fun at D Park

A massive inflatable amusement park has unfurled at D Park, the Tsuen Wan shopping mall. The fun attraction features a huge six-metre flying slide, an obstacle course, inflatable swing and play areas. In addition, more than 20 popular dining spots will be joining the fun, serving specialty coffees, pastries, desserts and ice creams. The four main play areas to make up the park include the giant slide, an Obstacle Course Adventure Challenge, a Climbing the Hill activity and the Inflatable Swing. Tickets to the attraction cost $58 on weekdays and $68 on weekends, sessions last 25 minutes.

Until August 31, D Park, L1 Indoor Lawn, 398 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan.

Jumptopia - Set Sail on the Grand Line - Citywalk Atrium & Citywalk Garden Plaza

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - the city's first summer water park has landed at Citywalk

Billed as Hong Kong’s first summer water park, ‘Jumptopia - Set Sail on the Grand Line’ comes to Citywalk this month. The water park includes outdoor themed play areas as well as a naval-themed ‘Mysterious Bay’ area in the atrium of Phase 1 of the mall, with a treasure hunt, puzzles and challenges - kids get to board ‘driftboats’ and navigate fog and sound effects to complete a maritime adventure, deciphering hidden codes and completing a shooting mission. Finally, they can stage their escape by slipping down a six-metre slide. Outside in the Garden Plaza is an outdoor water battle zone with plenty of water-based fun. There are seven interactive water installations, including a storm water canon at the centre of the circular pool, high-pressure water guns, a water tower and a littlies-friendly ‘Mushroom Fountain Area’ with smaller water jets and a water ‘curtain’. 

Until August 31, Citywalk Atrium & Citywalk Garden Plaza, 1 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan; tickets at Klook.

Mega Sky Rooftop Garden - MegaBox

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - head to Mega Sky for mega city views

The Kowloon Bay shopping mall, probably best known for its huge Ikea store, has opened up its rooftop. The sprawling 18th floor spot boasts stunning Victoria Harbour and city views, picture-perfect during blue sky days and sparkling at night when the city lights come alive. To maximise the outlook, the space features a floor-to-ceiling glass design for seamless 270-degree views. The rooftop garden has been planted with a diverse variety of trees and flora to create a green aesthetic and visitors are invited to relax on the lush green lawns. The space also features a free-of-charge ‘light-and-shadow’ Aquarium & Floral Illusion Show that performs nightly from 7.30 to 9pm. The display features giant whales, manta rays and jellyfish, and blends light projections with floral elements.

Permanent feature, Mega Sky, Sky Lawn, Level 18, MegaBox, Enterprise Square Five, 38 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay.

Labubu and The Monsters - Cityplaza

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - retro exploits with Labubu and The Monsters

The wildly popular Labubu and The Monsters are staging a major summer takeover of Taikoo Shing's Cityplaza, treating toy lovers and trendsetters to an immersive, retro Americana beauty salon packed with whimsical photography spots. Families can walk through an eight-metre vintage salon facade to meet 11 oversized character figures, headlined by a towering, four-metre Zimono, dressed as a master hairstylist. Kids can play with the interactive Hair Colour Mixing Vinyl Player or trigger gradient lighting effects at the 'Wild Blowout Labubu’ installation. Shoppers who spend $1,200 or more via electronic payment can redeem a $50 mall e-voucher, making it not a bad weekend destination for collectors of all ages.

Until August 2, The Monsters at Cityplaza, 18 Taikoo Shing Road, Taikoo Shing.

Muzik Tiger - Tai Po Mega Mall and Yuen Long Plaza

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - Muzik Tiger carried a watermelon

Sun Hung Kai Properties’ two flagship malls, Tai Po Mega Mall and Yuen Long Plaza, are partnering with the popular Korean creative brand, Muzik Tiger, a chubby big cat mascot representing a carefree lifetsyle (the moniker is inspired by the Korean word 'mujeok', which means 'no job'). The tiger family will be hanging out at both malls this summer, hosting ‘Summer Sweet Games’ in Tai Po and a ‘Sweet Watermelon Party’ at Yuen Long. The creative collab combines ‘light sports’ (like motion-sensor goalkeeping) with summer themed desserts and features AR digital interactive technology and competitions with limited-edition gifts, like the Muzik Tiger cooling-fan for redemption. And don't miss the intriguing-sounding 'watermelon-shaped stress-relieving patting machine' - if nothing else, a whole lot of imagination has gone into these set-ups.

MOSTown x Namagaki Most-Vibrant Summer Beach Exploration - MOSTown

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - hang out with Baby Namagaki in Ma On Shan

Ma On Shan mall MOSTown has teamed up with Japan’s viral internet sensation, Baby Namagaki, to launch a baby oyster-themed indoor beach installation. The mall's L2 Atrium has been completely transformed into a vibrant tropical paradise blanketed by a shimmering blue ocean canopy. Families can explore 'Summer Emerald Beach', which features a six-and-a-half-metre 'Rainbow Waterfall Light Tower', an immersive beach treasure hunt digging zone and 30 different quirky character designs hidden around the venue. Fans can also head to the on-site pop-up store to snag one of the more than 200 cute character goods, including 20+ items exclusive to MOSTown and limited-edition collectors' pieces directly imported from Japan. To round out the day trip, swing by the mall’s local soufflé specialty shop, PHI Coffee & Pancake, which has been converted into a limited-time theme café serving picture-perfect Japanese soufflés, Italian mains and specialty coffees.

Until August 23, MOSTown,18 On Luk Street, Ma On Shan.

Chiikawa - Langham Place

Summer fun in Hong Kong's shopping malls - Chiikawa pop-up store and more at Langham Place

If your little ones are obsessed with the quirky world of Japanese 'small cute thing' Chiikawa, mark your calendar for the ultimate themed summer experience celebrating the character's first-ever animated feature film, ‘The Secret of the Mermaid Island’. Langham Place in Mong Kok will transform into a massive interactive destination featuring five core movie-themed photo zones. A dedicated pop-up store will launch more than 300 movie-exclusive items concurrently with Japan, though note that shopping from July 10–30 is by online appointment only. LP Club members can score exclusive Premium Boxsets and Reveal Sticker Cards alongside live character meet-and-greets. The animated film officially hits Gala Cinema screens on August 6.

Until August 31, Chiikawa at Langham Place, 8 Argyle Street, Mong Kok.