Easily one of our favourite neighbourhoods in Hong Kong, Tai Hang marches to its own charming rhythm where historical buildings and local cha chaan tengs sit alongside hipster cafes and indie boutiques. This autumn, the Hong Kong Arts Development Council is bringing back its Arts in the City initiative, offering locals and visitors a chance to explore this former Hakka village with renewed curiosity.
What is Arts in the City: Revisit Tai Hang?
Building on the inaugural art walk ‘small valley TAI HANG’ in 2023, the Arts in the City: Revisit Tai Hang project blends public art, heritage walks, and creative workshops to connect residents and visitors with the area’s Hakka village roots and mid-century architectural charm.
What art installations can you see in Tai Hang?
Contemporary weaving takes the spotlight with local artist Zoe Siu’s brand-new installation, Weaving the Future. Continuing her creative exploration from the 2023 art walk, Siu reinterprets the traditional Hakka ‘fa dai’ blessing motif—specifically the olive-shaped ‘Lum Chai’ pattern—into striking, kite-like structures.
The delicate artworks are currently mounted across two local haunts, SonneCAD Coffee and Art Circle Atelier on Sun Chun Street. They offer a gentle visual nod to the area’s agricultural past, bridging historic Hakka folklore with contemporary streetscapes.
What creative workshops are taking place?
Hands-on craft workshops run across four consecutive weekends in October at Art Circle Atelier, with ticketed sessions priced at HK$180 per person:
- Tai Hang Flavours Handmade Incense Workshop: Mixed media artist Max Cheng guides participants through blending natural incense using recycled cha chaan teng milk tea leaves and specialty coffee grounds
- Tai Hang Mythical Creature Paper Mache Workshop: Sculpture collective Hira Hira hosts two-hour sessions crafting paper-mache guardian beasts inspired by local folklore, including the Sulphur Night Fire Dragon and Golden Smiley Tiger.
- Miniature Tai Hang Fire Dragon Crafting Workshop: Designer Felix Yiu teaches traditional wire-frame dragon construction scaled down into mini table pieces.
How to join the Tai Hang heritage guided tours?
Broadcaster Audrey Yip leads two-hour community walking tours starting outside Lin Fa Temple on Lily Street, with tickets priced at HK$120. The guided itinerary winds through historic landmarks, stopping at HKSKH Saint Mary’s Church, former Hakka village houses, and the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Heritage Centre to examine how century-old traditions navigate modern urban shifts. Register for the tour here.
What is included in the Self-guided Tour Goodie Bag?
Visitors seeking an independent stroll can purchase the Arts in the City Self-guided Tour Goodie Bag for HK$120 online via Klook. Designed for self-paced exploration, the package includes an illustrated neighborhood map, artist merchandise, and a local tasting voucher.
Buyers can select either Max Cheng’s mugwort-infused Hakka Cha Kwo incense sticks or a mystery capsule toy from Hira Hira. The included shop voucher can be redeemed for treats at neighborhood staples like Midnight Bread Club, Papabubble, or SonneCAD Coffee.
Arts in the City: Revisit Tai Hang info
- Dates: From now until October 31
- Location: Tai Hang (Workshops at 35 Sun Chun Street)
- Price: Self-guided Goodie Bag (HK$120); Heritage Tour (HK$120); Craft Workshops (HK$180)
- How to get there: MTR Tin Hau Station, Exit A1 (5-minute walk)
- Booking: Available via Klook (first-come, first-served)