Hong Kong Mid-Autumn Festival 2023 – Case Video

Project Overview: A 32‑Day Holiday Celebration in Hong Kong

In September–October 2023, the Hong Kong Mid‑Autumn Festival Organizing Committee launched the “Chuan Lanterns Shine in HK” exhibition — a 32‑day public event across 8,000 square meters within Victoria Park. This 84‑second video captures the immersive nighttime atmosphere, featuring 11 large‑scale custom light installations. Themed around Hong Kong identity and Sichuan cultural heritage — including a double‑decker tram, a panda with bauhinia flowers, a traditional junk boat, and recreations of Sanxingdui bronze artifacts — the exhibition welcomed 300,000 visitors over 32 days.

Learn how Illuminated Holiday displays can transform a public park into a destination for your next festival. For a detailed breakdown of this project, see the Hong Kong Festival case study.

Video Highlights: Key Installations

The video walks through several standout zones. A giant panda lantern among pink and purple lily flowers opens the scene, with Hong Kong’s skyline in the background. Sanxingdui bronze‑style sculptural lanterns — tall mask and totem figures lit in teal and gold — recreate ancient ritual artifacts. A seated “money god” beside a flute‑playing female figure (an Eastern Han pottery drummer recreation) and a warrior with a treasure bowl full of firecracker and gold‑ingot motifs bring Sichuan opera and hotpot culture to life.

The most iconic piece is a large orange double‑decker tram lantern, decorated with passenger silhouettes, framed by glowing white floral lanterns — a top photo spot. Two rabbit lanterns flank a full‑moon installation, while a traditional junk boat with red sails drifts across the frame with a yellow moon backdrop. A wide water reflection shot captures a pagoda, mountain lanterns, and a flying goddess figure, closing with the red dragon logo and tagline.

Key takeaway for B‑end planners: Distributed placement across 8,000 square meters created a natural discovery flow — visitors encountered installations as they moved through the park, extending dwell time and increasing shareable moments.

Why This Video Matters for Your Event

This project proves three things that matter to event organizers:

1. Non‑destructive installation is achievable even in delicate public parks. Every installation was secured using counterweight bases and wind rope systems — no ground penetration. A 16‑person team completed setup in 15 days.

2. Themed progression keeps audiences moving. Installations were placed as focal points in open zones, with smaller pieces distributed along pathways, driving visitors through the entire 8,000‑square‑meter exhibition.

3. Cultural storytelling drives social sharing. Over 100,000 social media shares, driven primarily by the tram and panda‑themed installations. Media described the event as “an outstanding treasure of Chinese culture.”

If you are planning a holiday celebration, festival, or public event, Illuminated Holiday displays made from fully customized light sculptures can transform any public space into a destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to design and install 11 themed installations?

According to Zigong lantern heritage master Wan Songtao, the project required nearly two months of planning and design, followed by 30 days of fabrication by approximately 100 artisans in Zigong.

Can I get a similar installation in a park with ground penetration restrictions?

Yes. For this Hong Kong event, every installation was secured using counterweight bases and wind rope systems — no drilling or staking. The same non‑destructive method can be deployed in any sensitive venue.

What is the typical lead time for a 10+ installation public event?

Plan for 3–4 months from initial design to on‑site completion. For Hong Kong 2023: 2 months design + 30 days fabrication + 15 days on‑site installation.

Full Scene‑by‑Scene Transcript (No Audio Narration)

The video contains only ambient crowd noise and background music. Below is a descriptive transcript based on visual content.

0:00 – 0:03
A giant panda lantern among large pink/purple lily flowers. Hong Kong skyline in background. Visitor taking photo.

0:03 – 0:15
Walkway pan. Two visitors view the harbour skyline. A white opera‑mask lantern visible.

0:15 – 0:21
Large bronze‑style Sanxingdui mask and totem figures, teal and gold lighting.

0:21 – 0:45
Seated laughing money god and flute‑playing female figure (pottery drummer recreation). Warrior and treasure bowl with firecracker motifs.

0:45 – 0:51
Orange double‑decker tram lantern with passenger silhouettes. Visitors taking photos.

0:51 – 0:57
Two rabbit lanterns (one playing guitar) flanking a full moon. Star‑shaped lights.

0:57 – 1:03
Wide water reflection: pagoda, mountain lanterns, arched bridge with flying goddess.

1:03 – 1:18
Traditional junk boat with red sails, yellow moon backdrop, blue pagoda. Visitors gathering.

1:18 – 1:24.8
Closing credits: red dragon logo, Lanternsart.com, tagline.