[By Invitation Only] Fireside Chat & Dinner with The Secretary for Education of the HKSAR Government
2026-07-09 18:00 - 22:30 (Asia/Hong_Kong)
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.
The event is hosted by a member of the club, Mr. Arun Nigum.
The Secretary of Education will address the society and there will be an interactive Q&A session. Chatham House rules will be applied.
Dr 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.
Dr 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.
Date: Thursday, 9 July 2026
Time:
6:30pm Arrival
7pm Dinner
7:30pm Fireside chat
Venue: 1/F, The Hong Kong Club, 1 Jackson Road, Central
Dress Code: Business Attire
Cost:
HK$1,080 (member)
HK$1,380 (non-member)
RSVP: 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.
For Enquiries: Dr. Blanc Wan BEM, Past President (blancwan@blancwan.com) and Oxbridge Administrator (society@oxbridge.org.hk)
Due to high demands, this event is by invitation only.

2026 Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night
2026-08-29 18:30 - 2026-08-30 03:00 | Disney Land Hotel, Magic Rd, Lantau Island,, Hong Kong
2026 Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night
🌟 The 2026 Oxford and Cambridge Varsity Ball: The Celestial Night
🗓️ Date: 29 August 2026 (Sat) 6:30 pm to 30 August 2026 (Sun) 3:00 am (survivor photos at 2:30 am)
📍 Location: Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel
After 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!
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Key Highlights:
1.⁠ ⁠May Ball Extravaganza:
•⁠ ⁠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.
•⁠ ⁠The Varsity Ball lasts throughout the night, with festivities starting in the evening and continuing until the early hours of the morning.
2.⁠ ⁠Champagne Reception and Feast Fit for Royalty:
•⁠ ⁠From the moment you arrive, sip champagne during the elegant reception, surrounded by fellow scholars, luminaries, and kindred spirits.
•⁠ ⁠Our culinary artisans have curated a lavish feast, paired with fine wines and spirits.
•⁠ ⁠Various drinks flow, and laughter echoes – a celebration where every heartbeat syncs with the rhythm of joy.
3.⁠ ⁠Charity Auction:
•⁠ ⁠Bid on exclusive experiences and treasures, knowing that your generosity supports our independent scholarship fund for Oxford and Cambridge students.
4.⁠ ⁠Night Unfurls:
•⁠ ⁠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.
5.⁠ ⁠Unrivalled Showcase: Musicians, Dancers, Tarot Revelations, Massage Oasis, and More:
•⁠ ⁠The entire evening comes alive with performances that defy imagination. Fine musicians and dancers weave their talents into a tapestry of wonder.
•⁠ ⁠Seek guidance from the mystical tarot cards – will destiny reveal its secrets?
•⁠ ⁠Visit our massage oasis where skilled therapists soothe away any tension, leaving you refreshed and ready for more revelry.
•⁠ ⁠Plus, there are more surprises and entertainment throughout the night – some secrets we’ll leave to the whimsical moonlight.
Ticket Alert: Tickets vanish like shooting stars! Secure yours swiftly; this enchanted affair sells out faster than a spellbinding incantation.
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Ticket Sales:
All categories of tickets (VIP and Standard) are now open for sale.
VIP Tickets:
– Full table (12 persons): HKD38,400
– Half table (6 persons): HKD19,200
– 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.
– VIP tickets are only sold by table.
Standard Tickets:
– Full table (12 persons): HKD34,200
– Half table (6 persons): HKD17,100
– Individual ticket for Members (HKD2,850 per person + HKD50 online payment surcharge*)
– Individual ticket for Non-members (HKD2,950 per person + HKD50 online payment surcharge*)
If you would like to purchase individual tickets, please scroll to the bottom of this event page to access our ticket sales platform.
If you would like to purchase more than 6 tickets, please fill in the table registration form below.
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How to Purchase Tables at the Varsity Ball?
Step 1. Please complete the table registration form *here*
Step 2. Once we verify your identity, you will receive our payment instructions from our ball email (oxbridgeball2026@gmail.com). You will then need to:
•⁠ ⁠Complete your payment for the relevant tickets via bank transfer within five (5) working days upon receipt of our payment instructions
•⁠ ⁠Provide proof of transfer
Step 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
No refund: Once payment is received, tickets are non-refundable.
Seating: 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.
Other Details and Restrictions:
•⁠ ⁠Dress Code: Formal attire (black tie). Dress in your finest – let your attire mirror the magic around you.
•⁠ ⁠Age Restriction: 18 years and older.
For further queries, please contact oxbridgeball2026@gmail.com
Note: Please refer to the terms and conditions on www.oxbridgeball2026.com for additional details.
