Guests Join for the Launch Ceremony as the Fire Dragon Lights Up the Celebration
The opening ceremony was successfully held on 19 September. The Wong Tai Sin Youth Chinese Marching Parade opened the ceremony by marching in with the national flag.
A congratulatory inscription was provided by John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, GBM, SBS, PDSM, PMSM.
Mr Hawk He Fan, Chairman of Octone Foundation, delivered a welcome address, followed by remarks from Ms Winnie Ho Wing-yin, JP, District Officer of the Wong Tai Sin District Office, and Dr Hon Starry Lee Wai-king, GBS, JP, President of the Legislative Council.
Mr Hawk He Fan, Chairman of Octone Foundation; Ms Alice Law Kai-lin, MH, Chairperson of We're Family; Dr Hon Starry Lee Wai-king, GBS, JP, President of the Legislative Council; Mr Hu Weijun, Deputy Commissioner of Customs and Excise; Mr Lai Kien-hua, Deputy Director of the Kowloon Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR; Ms Winnie Ho Wing-yin, JP, District Officer of the Wong Tai Sin District Office; Mr Ho Hon-man, MH, JP, Chairman of the Wong Tai Sin District Committee of the Kowloon Federation of Associations; and The Hon Hung Kam-in, MH, Legislative Council Member, attended the opening ceremony and participated in the “Fire Dragon Lighting” launch ceremony.
Featuring the traditional fire dragon, the ceremony highlighted the themes of cultural heritage and community gathering, adding a distinctive festive character to the celebration.
The organisers sincerely thank all supporting organisations for their generous support and presented certificates of appreciation to the following organisations:
Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, BOCI Securities Limited, China Unicom (Hong Kong) Operations Limited, China Taiping Insurance (Hong Kong) Company Limited, Ng Fung Hong Limited, China Resources Beverage (Holdings) Company Limited, Chung Hwa Book Company (Hong Kong) Limited, China Travel Tours Transportation Services Hong Kong Limited, Imperial Enterprises Holdings Limited, AMG Financial Group, Lok Tin Cafe, Segitta Office Supplies Company Limited, Hong Kong Adventure Corps, Guardian Hearts HK, Hong Kong Lok Yee Food Company Limited, CEIT, ARP Rehabilitation Medical, Cham's Vocal Studio, Natalie Ho Talent & Dance Academy, and Dance Union.
HART HAUS and GEOWIND provided artistic support.
The event would not have been possible without the collective support of these organisations, whose contributions helped enable young people and families to share in the joy of the festive season.
Traditional Crafts Meet Artistic Experiences, Creating Festive Memories for Families
Over the two-day programme, participants took part in a diverse range of workshops, including bamboo steamer craftsmanship, wool soap making, aromatherapy sachet making, printmaking, and paper cutting. Through hands-on activities, participants explored the characteristics of different materials and crafts while experiencing the creative possibilities that emerge from the fusion of traditional culture and contemporary art.
Promoting awareness and carrying forward the knowledge of intangible cultural heritage was one of the key focuses of the event. Through hands-on and interactive experiences, young people were introduced to traditional craftsmanship and encouraged to progress from observation and learning to creative practice, deepening their understanding of Chinese culture.
Families also strengthened communication and created lasting festive memories through making and creating together, allowing cultural heritage to become a natural part of family life.
The event also made use of the public space at Diamond Hill Water Feature Park, bringing together artistic experiences and community exchange. People of different ages and backgrounds gathered to share in the festive celebrations, fostering neighbourhood interaction and injecting vitality into the community.
Bringing Communities Together Through Art and Continuing to Share Care
Octone Foundation has long been committed to supporting the development of young people and promoting access to arts and culture, striving to provide more young people and families with opportunities to engage with art and learn about Chinese culture.
The “鑽山映月 2026”Art Workshops and Carnival brought together traditional festivities, artistic creation and community participation, extending the Foundation’s commitment to connecting communities through art and conveying care through culture.
Looking ahead, the Foundation will continue to work together with different sectors of society to create more opportunities for young people and families to experience culture and the arts, promote the preservation and innovation of traditional culture, and foster community inclusion, allowing care and creativity to continue to flourish within the community.
