The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, is one of the most cherished occasions of the year. Rooted in traditions of gratitude and reunion, the festival is marked by moon gazing, lanterns, and the sharing of festive foods.

The moon itself takes centre stage, its fullness symbolising unity and harmony. Families gather for a meal that often ends with mooncakes, glutinous rice balls, and seasonal fruits before heading outdoors to admire the glowing sky. Moon gazing follows a three-part rhythm – welcoming the moon on the eve, appreciating it on the night of the festival, and bidding it farewell the next day. Popular spots to enjoy the view include Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park, Victoria Park, and West Kowloon Art Park.

No Mid-Autumn would be complete without mooncakes. Traditionally filled with lotus seed paste and salted egg yolk, they embody the round perfection of the moon. Today, inventive flavours such as snow skin, tea, coffee, and mochi continue to keep this centuries-old delicacy fresh and exciting.