Cheung Chau Bun Festival

The Cheung Chau Bun Festival is an annual cultural celebration held on Cheung Chau Island, Hong Kong, typically in April or May. It originally marked the end of a plague and now honors local deities. The festival features colorful parades, traditional lion dances, and a quirky highlight: the "bun scrambling" competition, where participants race to climb towers covered in buns to collect them. Special vegetarian food is served, reflecting a commitment to purity. The festival showcases Hong Kong's rich cultural heritage and the community's spirit, drawing locals and tourists alike to partake in its joyous atmosphere.