Last 4 spots! EXCLUSIVE INSIDER access Floating parade (free Tshirt)

Step into Hong Kong’s living history with insider access to the legendary Cheung Chau Bun Festival! Imagine marching in one of Hong Kong’s most spectacular cultural festivals — not as a spectator, but as an insider participant with reserved spots in the legendary Piu Sik (Floating Colours) Parade!

Meeting time: 9:10 am
Meet Point: at Central Pier 5 towards Cheung Chau

Why This Experience is Truly Special*
• March in the Piu Sik Parade with reserved community spots
• Get up-close with vibrant lion🦁 , dragon🐉 , elephant 🐘 & Chinese unicorn 🦄 dances
• Witness children “floating” as deities on tall poles in hand distance
• Official access to the dramatic midnight Bun Race (limited to very few spots!)

Cost:
- Super Early bird price (before 15 May): $268
- Early bird price (before 20 May): $298
- Regular price (after 20 May): $328

### What’s Included

• Exclusive commemorative Cheung Chau Bun Festival 2026 T-shirt
• Drinks + Ping On(Lucky) buns + snack
• Exclusive path for taking ferry return to Central (not taking public path, away from crowd)
• Special gift
• PAYMENT: Please provide the payment slip by FPS to 55073213 or Payme https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam to secure your place.

Detailed Agenda

• 9:10 am – Meet at Central Pier 5
• ~10:15-1030 am – Arrival on Cheung Chau
• ~10:45-11:30 Observe the dressing-up of the floating children
• ~11:30 am – Piu Sik Parade begins
• ~1:00–2:30 pm – Rest at the playground area and enjoy watching closely lion, dragon, elephant, and unicorn dance
• ~4:30 pm – Parade complete
• Evening option – Stay for the midnight Bun Race (limited tickets)

### Brief History Behind the Event

The Cheung Chau Bun Festival (太平清醮, Taiping Ching Chiu) originated in the 18th century when the island suffered repeated plagues and pirate attacks. Local fishermen invited the image of the deity Pak Tai to the island; parading it through the streets was believed to drive away evil spirits. Villagers dressed as other deities (the origin of today’s Piu Sik parade) to inspect every corner of the island and restore peace. Over time, the ritual expanded with bun towers symbolising gratitude and protection. The modern form, including the famous bun-snatching competition, has been held annually (with a brief COVID hiatus) and now coincides with Buddha’s Birthday, blending Taoist roots with broader cultural appeal. It was recognised as part of China’s national intangible cultural heritage in 2011.

Cultural Significance Rooted in Taoist traditions, this festival began over two centuries ago as a community ritual to ward off plague and evil spirits. It has evolved into one of Hong Kong’s most vibrant heritage celebrations and is now listed as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Transportation Easy ferry ride from Central Pier 5 to Cheung Chau (approximately 45–60 minutes).
Atmosphere Expect lively energy and large crowds, especially on the main parade day. The island transforms into a colourful, festive hub filled with traditional performances.