Galloping Horses in the Sky

The evening sky over Victoria Harbour became a canvas as 1,500 drones paid tribute to Chinese painter Xu Beihong recreating his paintings as Galloping Horses in the Sky.

Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) the cover image is Xu’s most renowned work, “Galloping Horses”. It shows six horses charging forward in unison with unstoppable momentum.

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Xu’s Galloping Horse created in 1942, the magnificent stallion embodies boundless power.

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Based on Xu’s 1934 work “Vigorous with New Life”, the roaring lion leaps in hope, reflecting HongKongers “Lion Rock Spirit”.

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Xu’s “Chinese Redbud”, an illuminated bauhinia blossom signifies Hong Kong’s vibrant and colourful nature.

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Galloping Horses in the Sky – National Day Drone Show
Date:
 8pm, 28 September, 2024
Venue: Victoria Harbour
Tickets: Free

image: HK Tourism

Tuen Ng Festival Drone Show

A festive Dragon Boat drone show organised by Hong Kong Tourism Board to celebrate the Tuen Ng festival attracted the crowds to the harbourfront last night.

A fleet of 1,000 illuminated drones used the sky as their canvas and painted drums, dragon boat races, and other topical images, showcasing Hong Kong’s traditions.

There’s another drone show on Saturday 15 June, the first day of the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races.

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Tuen Ng Festival Drone Show
Date:
8pm, 10 June, 2024
Venue: Victoria Harbour
Tickets: Free

image: HK Tourism

Cheung Chau Bun Festival Drone Show

The first Hong Kong Tourism Board drone show over Victoria Harbour took place on the 11 May. Thankfully the sky was clear and the visually impressive show was enjoyed by all.

A thousand drones hovered about 90 metres above Victoria Harbour forming different dynamic patterns depicting elements from the traditional festivals including the Cheung Chau Bun Festival and Buddha’s Birthday. The most spectacular and eye-catching were the 60-metre-high giant bun tower and the 30-metre “lucky bun”.

Two more drone shows have been announced for June to promote the Dragon Boat Festival:
10 June (Monday) – Public Holiday for Dragon Boat Festival
15 June (Saturday) – First day of “Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”

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Cheung Chau Bun Festival Drone Show
Date:
 8pm, 11 May, 2024
Venue: Victoria Harbour
Tickets: Free

image: HK Tourism