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SUMMARY:Tour the UNESCO-Award-Winning Blue House
DESCRIPTION:Join Cambridge alumnus\, architect and artist Nick Tsao for an immersive guided tour of Wan Chai’s historic Blue House Cluster. The Blue House is a Grade I historic building built in 1992\, awarded the UNESCO Award of Excellence\, which is the highest honour given to conservation projects in Asia Pacific. It stands as a living testament to Hong Kong’s success in integrating tangible and intangible heritage. Explore its preserved interiors\, authentic architectural details\, and co-living histories while visiting Tsao’s own residence and studio\, where he creates traditional papercuttings for Lunar New Year. The experience offers rare access to the building’s architectural features and community preservation stories. \nNick is an architect with over a decade of experience under international design firms such as Foster + Partners and Herzog & de Meuron. His fascination with historic buildings had led him to design the Hong Kong Heritage map\, which is available at several bookstores. \nYou will learn about the rich history of the building\, its intricate architectural features\, and hear stories of its close-knit community. Nick will welcome you into his home studio to feel what it is like to live in a century-old brick and timber building. What modern conveniences does he have to give up? The most important question is of course: how much does he pay for rent? \nDate and Time:\n15:00 – 16:30 Sunday 29th March 2026 \nMeeting Point:\nCourtyard\, Stone Nullah Lane\, Wan Chai \nCost:\n$300 (member) / $350 (non-member) \nRSVP:\nRegister and pay at the Oxbridge Society Event Page \nFor enquiries:\nJo An Ma (joanma3@yahoo.com) and\nOxbridge Administrator (society@oxbridge.org.hk)
URL:https://oxbridge.org.hk/event/tour-the-unesco-award-winning-blue-house/
CATEGORIES:Art,Outdoor,VIP Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20260530T143000
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SUMMARY:2026 Croquet & Pimms Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:2026 Croquet & Pimms Garden Party\nSaturday\, 30 May 2026\n2:30pm – 6:30pm\nThe Hong Kong Cricket Club \nPlease join us for our annual Croquet & Pimm’s Garden Party on Saturday\, 30 May at The Hong Kong Cricket Club. Set on the club’s verdant lawns\, this remains one of the Society’s most popular and anticipated social events. \nGuests are invited to enjoy a relaxed afternoon of socialising over a classic English afternoon tea\, Pimm’s and Champagne. Social croquet will be available throughout the afternoon\, with two croquet lawns in use and opportunities for everyone to play — including complete beginners. \nThe event includes a sumptuous free flow tea buffet featuring freshly baked scones\, smoked salmon sandwiches and a selection of cakes. Drinks coupons will be provided and may be redeemed for Pimm’s\, bubbly or other refreshments\, with additional drink tokens available for purchase at the venue. \nAll are welcome. Children under six may attend free of charge. Visitors’ parking is available at the Club’s car park at a nominal charge\, payable by Octopus card. \nAddress:\nThe Hong Kong Cricket Club\,\n137 Wong Nai Chung Gap Road\n(Please note: not to be confused with the Craigengower Cricket Club in Causeway Bay) \nCost:\nHK$580 – Members\nHK$680 – Non Members \nRSVP:\nPlease register below and pay via the Oxbridge Society Events page. \nDemand for this event is typically very strong. Capacity is limited and places will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis upon successful payment. \nFor enquiries\, please contact: society@oxbridge.org.hk
URL:https://oxbridge.org.hk/event/croquet-pimms-2026/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20260709T180000
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SUMMARY:[By Invitation Only] Fireside Chat & Dinner with The Secretary for Education of the HKSAR Government
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite selected Oxbridge members and their guest to a fireside chat and dinner with Dr the Hon CHOI Yuk-lin\, JP\, the Secretary for Education of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The fireside chat will be moderated by the Past President of the Oxford and Cambridge Society of Hong Kong\, Dr. Blanc Wan BEM. \nThe event is hosted by a member of the club\, Mr. Arun Nigum. \nThe Secretary of Education will address the society and there will be an interactive Q&A session. Chatham House rules will be applied.\nDr Choi joined the political team of the Education Bureau as Under Secretary for Education in 2017 and assumed the office of Secretary for Education in 2022. \nDr Choi has worked in the education sector for nearly 40 years. She began her teaching career in secondary schools in 1988\, serving for more than a decade before joining the Education Bureau’s Curriculum Development Institute\, after which she became a secondary school principal. Throughout the years\, she actively engaged in community and educational services dedicated to enhancing teacher professionalism and promoting a culture of respect for teachers. Her notable initiatives included organising the Outstanding Teacher Awards and establishing the Hong Kong Teachers Dream Fund. She also served as a member of the Basic Law Promotion Steering Committee\, the Fight Crime Committee and the Commission on Youth. \nDate: Thursday\, 9 July 2026 \nTime:\n6:30pm     Arrival\n7pm           Dinner\n7:30pm     Fireside chat  \nVenue: 1/F\, The Hong Kong Club\, 1 Jackson Road\, Central \nDress Code: Business Attire \nCost:\nHK$1\,080 (member)\nHK$1\,380 (non-member) \nRSVP: Once you have registered on Oxbridge Event Page\, you will be placed on our waiting list. Our society will notify you for payment method once your place is confirmed. Each member may only book for a maximum of one guest. \nFor Enquiries: Dr. Blanc Wan BEM\, Past President (blancwan@blancwan.com) and Oxbridge Administrator (society@oxbridge.org.hk)\nDue to high demands\, this event is by invitation only.
URL:https://oxbridge.org.hk/event/fireside-chat-dinner-with-the-secretary-for-education-of-the-hksar-government/
CATEGORIES:Dinners
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SUMMARY:2026 Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night
DESCRIPTION:2026 Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night \n🌟 The 2026 Oxford and Cambridge Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night\n🗓️ Date: 29 August 2026 (Sat) 6:30 pm to 30 August 2026 (Sun) 3:00 am (survivor photos at 2:30 am)\n📍 Location: Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel \nAfter a two-year hiatus\, the Oxford and Cambridge Varsity Ball returns to the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort\, promising an unforgettable evening that transcends mere celebration!\n____________\nKey Highlights: \n1.⁠ ⁠May Ball Extravaganza:\n•⁠ ⁠Imagine a reminiscent of the iconic Cambridge May Balls and Oxford Commemoration Balls. Our Varsity Ball captures that spirit\, infusing it with Hong Kong’s vibrant energy.\n•⁠ ⁠The Varsity Ball lasts throughout the night\, with festivities starting in the evening and continuing until the early hours of the morning. \n2.⁠ ⁠Champagne Reception and Feast Fit for Royalty:\n•⁠ ⁠From the moment you arrive\, sip champagne during the elegant reception\, surrounded by fellow scholars\, luminaries\, and kindred spirits.\n•⁠ ⁠Our culinary artisans have curated a lavish feast\, paired with fine wines and spirits.\n•⁠ ⁠Various drinks flow\, and laughter echoes – a celebration where every heartbeat syncs with the rhythm of joy. \n3.⁠ ⁠Charity Auction:\n•⁠ ⁠Bid on exclusive experiences and treasures\, knowing that your generosity supports our independent scholarship fund for Oxford and Cambridge students. \n4.⁠ ⁠Night Unfurls:\n•⁠ ⁠As the clock ticks toward midnight\, the Varsity Ball transforms. The dance floor beckons: waltz\, twirl\, and lose yourself in the music. Butterfly wings flutter\, whispering secrets only the night knows. \n5.⁠ ⁠Unrivalled Showcase: Musicians\, Dancers\, Tarot Revelations\, Massage Oasis\, and More:\n•⁠ ⁠The entire evening comes alive with performances that defy imagination. Fine musicians and dancers weave their talents into a tapestry of wonder.\n•⁠ ⁠Seek guidance from the mystical tarot cards – will destiny reveal its secrets?\n•⁠ ⁠Visit our massage oasis where skilled therapists soothe away any tension\, leaving you refreshed and ready for more revelry.\n•⁠ ⁠Plus\, there are more surprises and entertainment throughout the night – some secrets we’ll leave to the whimsical moonlight. \nTicket Alert: Tickets vanish like shooting stars! Secure yours swiftly; this enchanted affair sells out faster than a spellbinding incantation. \n____________ \nTicket Sales:\nAll categories of tickets (VIP and Standard) are now open for sale. \nVIP Tickets:\n– Full table (12 persons): HKD38\,400\n– Half table (6 persons): HKD19\,200\n– Our VIP guests will enjoy priority table seatings\, early access to the ball\, premium wine selection for dinner\, premium table prizes\, and other exciting perks.\n– VIP tickets are only sold by table. \nStandard Tickets:\n– Full table (12 persons): HKD34\,200\n– Half table (6 persons): HKD17\,100\n– Individual ticket for Members (HKD2\,850 per person + HKD50 online payment surcharge*)\n– Individual ticket for Non-members (HKD2\,950 per person + HKD50 online payment surcharge*)\nIf you would like to purchase individual tickets\, please scroll to the bottom of this event page to access our ticket sales platform. \nIf you would like to purchase more than 6 tickets\, please fill in the table registration form below.\n____________\nHow to Purchase Tables at the Varsity Ball? \nStep 1. Please complete the table registration form *here*\nStep 2. Once we verify your identity\, you will receive our payment instructions from our ball email (oxbridgeball2026@gmail.com). You will then need to:\n•⁠ ⁠Complete your payment for the relevant tickets via bank transfer within five (5) working days upon receipt of our payment instructions\n•⁠ ⁠Provide proof of transfer\nStep 3. After payment verification\, you will receive a confirmation email. The ball committee will reach out to you for your guests’ details in due course \nNo refund: Once payment is received\, tickets are non-refundable. \nSeating: If you have a preference for seating arrangements\, we encourage you to purchase table tickets as soon as possible. Seating preferences by individual standard ticket holders would not be guaranteed. \nOther Details and Restrictions:\n•⁠ ⁠Dress Code: Formal attire (black tie). Dress in your finest – let your attire mirror the magic around you.\n•⁠ ⁠Age Restriction: 18 years and older. \nFor further queries\, please contact oxbridgeball2026@gmail.com \nNote: Please refer to the terms and conditions on www.oxbridgeball2026.com for additional details.
URL:https://oxbridge.org.hk/event/2026-varsity-ball-the-celestial-night-2/
LOCATION:Disney Land Hotel\, Magic Rd\, Lantau Island\,\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Ball,Dinners
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