HK's beer & music festival to offer beers from around world

Hong Kong's 12th Lan Kwai Fong Beer & Music Fest will take place along the streets of Lan Kwai Fong on Aug. 8-9, with more than 200 types of beers to be offered during the summer event.

"Every year the Lan Kwai Fong Beer fest attracts a lot of people both from overseas and from Hong Kong and we expect to have over 100,000 visitors during the two days. It is definitely an event you can't miss," said Allan Zeman, chairman of the Lan Kwai Fong Association.

According to the organizer, visitors will enjoy more than 200 types of well-known craft beers from Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, Germany among others.

Going with the thirst-quenching beer are delicacies from all parts of the world, including "cowboy" burgers, Mexican tacos, grilled meat, BBQ skewers, hotdogs and lobsters.

An extensive collection of exclusive live band music will be provided all-day-long at the main stage at the Wo On Lane Amphitheater for music lovers, while Wild West theme games and Cowgirl dance performance will be scheduled around different street corners of Lan Kwai Fong.

It is suggested that participants dress up as cowboys or cowgirls together with prepared costume hats to join the party.

Except for fine bears and delicious food, the organizer said over 60 booths will proffer plentiful of attractive and amusing arts and crafts, fashion accessories, superb performance and interactive games, and sell T-shirts and beer yards with special edition.

As Hong Kong's premiere dining and entertainment destination, Lan Kwai Fong accommodates over 100 restaurants, bars, clubs and shops. Located in the heart of the city's busy Central Business District, it is a favorite place for after-work drinks and dinners with friends at night in Hong Kong.