Talk on the "Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade and Intangible Cultural Heritage"
The Tai O dragon boat water parade is a traditional activity unique to the local community. During the Dragon Boat Festival, the three fishermen’s associations in Tai O, namely Pa Teng Hong, Sin Yu Hong and Hap Sim Tong, organise the dragon boat water parade. The associations’ dragon boats tow sacred sampans carrying deity statuettes in a parade through Tai O waters to invoke blessings for well-being and peace. This has been practised for a century or more. The talk will introduce the historical, social and cultural significance of this national intangible cultural heritage (ICH), and elaborate on the significance of ICH transmission through this case study.
Co-organised by
Intangible Cultural Heritage Office
South China Research Center, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Joint Association of Traditional Dragon-Boats in Tai O
FUNDED BY
Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust
Date
18 May 2025 (Sunday)
Time
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Venue
Activity Room, Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage Centre
(located at Sam Tung Uk Museum, 2 Kwu Uk Lane, Tsuen Wan, New Territories, Hong Kong)
Speaker
Dr. Liu Tik-sang (Associate Professor Emeritus, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)
Quota
30 persons
Participation Method
- On a first-come-first-served basis. Livestreaming is not available.
- Audience will be admitted 15 minutes before the event commences.
Language
Cantonese
Fee
Free admission
Enquiry
Tel: 2851 6134 (Monday to Friday [except public holidays] : 10:00 am – 6:00 pm)
Email: icho@lcsd.gov.hk
Field Visit to the Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade
The Tai O dragon boat water parade is an annual event for Tai O residents. It is an important way to strengthen community ties, and it is closely associated with local religions and traditional rituals. It has been practised for more than 100 years. In this activity, participants will travel to Tai O by free coaches and will have an opportunity to observe the dragon boat parade from the stilt houses along the parade route with local residents of Tai O, to experience this national ICH item and life in stilt houses.
Co-organised by
Intangible Cultural Heritage Office
South China Research Center, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Joint Association of Traditional Dragon-Boats in Tai O
Funded by
Hong Kong Jockey Club Trust
Date
31 May 2025 (Saturday)
Time
8:45 am – 1:00 pm (activity time in Tai O)
Assembly Time/ Point
7:15 am / Roundabout of the Hong Kong Science Museum (2 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East)
* Please be punctual, as latecomers will miss the group's departure.
Dismissal Time/ Point
Around 2:30 pm / Roundabout of the Hong Kong Science Museum (Tung Chung MTR Station enroute)
Quota
110 persons
Participation Method
- Please duly complete and submit the online enrolment form from 12:00 nn, 12 May 2025 (Monday) to 5:00 pm, 21 May 2025 (Wednesday).
- Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email by 23 May 2025 (Friday). No further notice will be given to unsuccessful application.
- First come, first served. Incomplete application may not be processed.
Fee
Free of charge
Remarks
No docent service will be provided during the field visit. Participants are recommended to attend the talk on the "Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade and Intangible Cultural Heritage" which takes place on 18 May 2025 (Sunday) to enhance their understanding of this festive activity and on-the-spot experience.
Enquiry
Tel: 2851 6134 (Monday to Friday [except public holidays]: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm)
Email: icho@lcsd.gov.hk