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THE PLANNER

NOV 17 Hong Kong Dining Awards

Celebrate the winners of this year dining awards with a fabulous award ceremony and free-flow drinks at the Conrad’s Pacific Bar. 3-5.30pm.

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UNTIL NOV 14

Hong Kong Asian Film Festival

During this 19-day extravaganza, over 70 films from 13 selections of themes across Asia will be showcased. The festival also pays homage to the directors of Japanese and Afghanistan documentaries.

NOV 4

Diwali

Celebrate the festival of lights on India’s biggest celebration of the year.

NOV 1-31

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Paying tribute to Hong Kong’s reputation as the Culinary Capital of Asia, this month-long culinary fiesta provides self-guided winetasting experiences from the comfort of your own home, with special tasting kits delivered to your door. discoverhongkong.com

NOV 5-7

Hong Kong Bridal Fair and Wedding Expo

Showcasing an array of flowers, bridal gowns, wedding cars, makeup and men’s suits and more, this fair will give you all the inspiration you need for your big day. 12-8pm. $20. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive , Wan Chai.

NOV 5-7

Outdoor & Sports Expo

Stock up on sporting equipment or try your hand at something new at Hong Kong’s first Outdoor & Sports Expo. The expo has eight categories of sporting equipment from fitness and yoga to camping and van life essentials. $40. Hall 5BC, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai

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NOV 5-15

Hong Kong International Literary Festival

A 10-day programme of readings, workshops and panel discussions. Prices, times and venues vary. festival.org.hk

NOV 13

Mighty Oaks Open Day

Experience a pre-nursery taster class in English and Cantonese or English and Mandarin led my Principal and Vice-Principal to learn more about Mighty Oaks’ curriculum and how to prepare your child for the kindergarten admission interview. 9.30-11am and 11-12.30pm. 1/F, Lungga Mansion, 46A Belcher’s Street, Kennedy Town.

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NOV 13

Swire Symphony Under The Stars

Enjoy an evening of classical music performed by the award-winning Hong Kong Philharmonic while overlooking the stunning skyline over Victoria Harbour. Free. 7.30pm. Central Harbourfront Event Space. hkphil.org

NOV 13

from Clearwater Bay Beach to Stanley. Distances range from 6km to 24km. From $800.

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NOV 13

Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair

Wine lovers commence, the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair will showcase a range of products including brandy, sake and champagne. Guests will be able to purchase unique spirits from around the world and talk to experts and connoisseurs on the day. 10.30am6pm. event.hktdc.com

NOV 13

Rainbow Market

In place of the annual parade, Hong Kong Pride is organising an indoor market featuring 30 LGBT supportive booths and rainbow art installations to encourage equality. 12-8pm. Free. 8/F, The Wave, 4 Hing Yip Street, Kwun Tong.facebook/hkpride

NOV 20-21

Spartan Race Sprint

Are you ready Spartans? This 5km race includes over 20 obstacles through rugged terrain built for new and returning racers. 9:30am. From $780. Kam Tin Country Club, Shui Tau Tsuen. streetathon.com

NOV 25

Thanksgiving Day

Get your turkey in the oven and celebrate a day of gratitude with friends and family.

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JAN 1-2

DISNEY IN CONCERT: A Dream Is A Wish

Enjoy a magical live experience of classic and contemporary Disney animated feature films including The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen and Aladdin. Each story is told through vocalists, original Disney film footage and sweeping orchestral scores performed by HKSW Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Fung Ka Hing. 3-7.30pm. From $280. 3rd Floor, Star Hall, Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kowloon.

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