The largest Disney 100th anniversary event in Hong Kong was hosted at three shopping malls under Wharf Group from July 14 to September 3. Harbour City, Times Square, and Plaza Hollywood, all situated at the best sightseeing spots, had joined forces to create themed journeys featuring 18 photo spots and characters from Disney Classics, Princess series, Duffy and Friends, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.
The event offered multiple activities like booth games and workshops, and visitors had the chance to take home exclusive collectibles from the pop-up stores. Whether they were locals or international tourists, the event brought the magic and wonder of Disney to fans of all ages.
Harbour City had been Hong Kong’s largest shopping mall in Tsim Sha Tsui, creating an exciting adventure journey across times and spaces, exploring the century-long charm of Disney. Fans had taken photos at multiple spots, where over 30 characters had been stationed across eight locations. A 25-meter-long “Sea Explorer” had been situated along the waterfront of Victoria Harbour, where visitors could get aboard to meet Mickey and Friends.
Over at the Observatory Deck, one could get into the Disney 100 themed hot air balloon at “Enchanted Balloon Odyssey” with Woody and Stitch to enjoy the 270-degree panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. Next to it had been the 10-meter-wide forest world of Duffy and Friends that had recreated the cute story scenes in 1:1 scale. The “Time Travel Theatre” had featured a 3.5-meter-tall Pinocchio, allowing visitors to revisit classic Disney moments and indulge in nostalgia.
Times Square, located in the bustling Causeway Bay, had invited visitors to take a fantasy journey with household classics welcoming patrons in various theme zones.
Art installations of favorite characters, including Mickey, Sulley, and Buzz Lightyear, had led everyone to a world of magical Disney moments. Continuing onto the interactive art gallery for a treasure hunt of familiar Disney quotes from Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Peter Pan, and Aurora – with the help of a magic tool!
At Plaza Hollywood in Diamond Hill, a vibrant neighborhood in Kowloon, visitors had discovered the musical grandeur of the Disney universe. A massive Disney 100 Gate and cuddly Panda Mei from “Turning Red” had welcomed visitors at the entrance. Inside, visitors had immersed themselves in a colossal musical arena and enjoyed interactive games. Iconic figures, including Mickey, Peter Pan, and Stitch, had graced the stage in musician personas for a symphony extravaganza.
