What’s Happening This Weekend in London, Hong Kong, Chicago, New York and Sydney
October 4, 2018Your guide to the best events happening around the globe this weekend.
London – HarvestFest at Skylight
What is it? A pop up harvest festival on the rooftop of Skylight. Expect Haybale Skittles and Pumpkin Draughts to play with, live entertainment, warming street food and a cocktail menu filled with harvest ingredients including apples, blackberries, pears and warming autumnal spices.
How much? Free
More info? https://www.skylightlondon.com/
Hong Kong – Women’s Five October 2018
What is it? One of the biggest women’s 5k events, sign up for a five-week health and fitness program, make friends, and celebrate the strength of women. The event takes place in Tai Tam Country Park, you can run as an individual or as a team of two.
How much? $340-$800
More info? http://womensfive.com/october-2018/
Chicago – Jack’s Pumpkin Nights
What is it? A Halloween-themed pop-up experience, featuring pumpkin carving, carnival games and nightly live performances from sword swallowers and fire dancers.
How much? $10–$50
More info? http://jackspumpkinnights.com/
New York – The New Yorker Festival
What is it? A weekend of talks and performances fromentertainment legends, political mavericks and literary stars.
How much? $39–$79 per event
More info? http://newyorker.com/festival
Sydney – South East Aboriginal Arts Market
What is it? A two-day market featuring 30 South-Eastern aboriginal artists, unlike most aboriginal art sold to tourists this market makes sure the profits are handed back to Indigenous communities.
How much? Free entry.
More info? http://carriageworks.com.au/events/south-east-market/
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