Party on the beach
In the first installment of her series on Hong Kong's outlying islands, Faye Bradley revisits some of the time-honored island festivals and finds out about newer ones that celebrate local traditions and environments.
Marine connections
Launched in March 2021, the Inter-Island Festival is a celebration of the interconnectedness of the islands of Cheung Chau, Peng Chau and Lantau, which is linked to the first two via its ports of Mui Wo and Chi Ma Wan. The festival invites visitors to explore the lifestyles and local culture of the people connected by ferry travel. Its second edition was held in November 2023, and the next one is due in 2026.
Its most-recent edition drew over 10,000 visitors. The festival featured an impressive lineup of more than 70 events, including tours, workshops, installations, performances, open days, and screenings. Islanders had a presence in every department of the festival, taking on the roles of organizers, volunteers, attendees and donors, reflecting a strong sense of community bonding and local pride.
