Speech by SCST at opening ceremony of International Lantern Spectacular
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Good evening, everyone. A very warm welcome especially to our distinguished friends from the consulates-general, and to all our guests joining here tonight.
It is my great pleasure to be with you at Victoria Park for the opening of the Hong Kong Tourism Board's International Lantern Spectacular.
This remarkable event brings together an international showcase of over 3 000 lanterns from some 20 countries, complemented by four treasured heritage collections of Nanjing Qinhuai lanterns - a recognised national intangible cultural heritage - alongside more than 1 000 classic lanterns handcrafted by local artisans here in Hong Kong.
Beyond the dazzling displays, I warmly welcome you to explore our special mooncake booths. Every purchase there goes towards a meaningful cause, with all proceeds donated to Po Leung Kuk to support its charitable work.
Of course, the Spectacular is just one shining highlight of our city-wide Mid-Autumn festivities, which also feature the Leisure and Cultural Services Department's Mid-Autumn Lantern Carnival right next door and the legendary Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance later this month. Together, they weave a festive experience that is truly quintessential to our city - dazzling, vibrant and unmistakably "Only in Hong Kong".
I wish to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hong Kong Tourism Board, under the able leadership of Dr Peter Lam (Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board), for bringing this vision to life, and to the consulates-general for all your support, and our partners for your steadfast support in making this celebration possible. May the International Lantern Spectacular shine with a resounding success, and may you all enjoy a very joyful and luminous Mid-Autumn Festival. Thank you.
Ends/Thursday, September 17, 2026
Issued at HKT 19:25
Issued at HKT 19:25
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