Another Great Spot for Christmas: Giant Balloons of Cookie Monster and Snoopy Are Coming to Kai Tak Sports Park
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Summary
- Merry Balloon Hong Kong 2026 will land in December at Kai Tak Sports Park, a new landmark in Hong Kong.
- Cookie Monster and Snoopy will transform into giant balloons to join the grand parade on December 27.
- A balloon market will run from December 18 to 27, featuring inflatable bouncy castles, game booths, and limited-edition merchandise on site.
Merry Balloon Hong Kong 2026 is heading to Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park from December 18 to 27. The event features a 10-day balloon market, along with a giant balloon parade led by Cookie Monster and Snoopy on December 27. Trying to figure out where to celebrate Christmas with friends this year? You might want to lock in your plans now. Asia’s largest IP balloon festival, Merry Balloon Hong Kong, has announced its return, this time taking over Hong Kong’s new landmark, Kai Tak Sports Park. Just imagining giant balloons floating through the air is enough to make you want to pull out your phone for a photo.
Look up! Snoopy and Cookie Monster take flight
The most anticipated part of the festival is, of course, the Merry Balloon Parade on December 27. Organizers have already revealed the first two stars making an appearance: familiar favorites Cookie Monster and Snoopy. They will transform into giant flying balloons, taking to the skies over Kai Tak Sports Park alongside live performances. More participating characters are set to be announced soon, leaving us curious about who else will join the lineup.
An early start for the balloon market
If you can’t wait for the parade on the 27th, a 10-day balloon market will open at the park starting December 18. Along with curated coffee and food, the site will feature large inflatable bounce houses and interactive game booths. If you love collecting small items, you can also browse the venue-exclusive collaboration merchandise—you might just find a surprise perfect for a holiday gift exchange.
Event Info
Merry Balloon Park Market: December 18 to December 27, 2026
Merry Balloon Parade: December 27, 2026
Location: Kai Tak Sports Park
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