Cheung Chau Bun Festival is renowned as one of the world's most unique celebrations. It takes place annually from the fifth to the ninth day of the fourth lunar month. During this time, thousands of tourists and residents gather on the tranquil island of Cheung Chau to pay homage to Pak Tai and revel in the vibrant festivities.

A highlight of the Bun Festival is the captivating Floating Colours Parade, typically held in the afternoon. Local children, dressed as various deities, are elevated on stilts and parade through the streets. This tradition traces its roots back to the early 1920s when islanders introduced this activity from Foshan, Guangdong to Cheung Chau. Over time, it became an integral part of the local festival. The term "Floating Colours" refers to the colorful figures and decorations securely placed on hidden supports, creating an illusion of floating in mid-air. For many Cheung Chau locals, being chosen to participate in this ceremony as a child is an unforgettable experience.

For first-time visitors to Cheung Chau, the Lucky Bun, also known as Ping On Bun, is a significant local delicacy. Not only does it play a vital role in the Bun Festival, as its name suggests, but it can also be enjoyed as part of the daily diet. While Lucky Buns were once sacrificial offerings, they are now sold at the island's bakery on a daily basis. These buns come in a variety of fillings, such as egg yolk and lotus seed, or bean paste and sesame paste. Each bun is round in shape and after steaming, it is stamped with a red sign on top, indicating its taste and the name "Ping On."

The Lucky Bun also takes center stage in the climactic event of the Bun Festival, the Bun Scrambling. During this competition, participants ascend a fifteen-meter-high bun tower and collect buns of varying scores within a time limit. The final showdown occurs at midnight on the eighth day of the fourth lunar month, with 12 finalists competing for the championship. Interestingly, the buns on the tower used to be real Lucky Buns, but they were replaced with plastic replicas over a decade ago, making the event more environmentally friendly.

Despite its international and modern character, Hong Kong has never lost touch with its traditions. Why not visit Cheung Chau and explore its unique charms for yourself?

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