Mark the Panda Twins’ Birthday in Hong Kong with Citywide Celebrations and a Birthday-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins Lucky Draw!
Hong Kong is brimming with joy — and pandas — this August, as the city celebrates the first birthday of its most adorable residents: panda twins Jia Jia and De De. Born on 15 August 2024 to proud panda parents Ying Ying and Le Le at Ocean Park, the beloved nature-themed attraction, these twin cubs have quickly become international icons. This year, their birthday is marked with a city-wide celebration that blends creativity, culture and an irresistible level of cuteness.
Another celebration highlight is unveiling a limited-edition LABUBU x Panda Twins vinyl toy, a collaborative masterpiece between the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Ocean Park, and LABUBU creator Kasing Lung. The special design features a bamboo-green LABUBU decked in a birthday hat, lovingly cradling the panda twins. Each collectible is boxed in a custom gift set, complete with a hand-drawn birthday card by the artist.
Visitors to Ocean Park from 1 to 31 August can pre-register online to enter a lucky draw to win one of approximately 300 of these exclusive gift boxes. If you’re travelling during the twins’ actual birthday from 15 to 17 August 2025, your odds are even better — extra sets will be released on-site during the party weekend.
But this panda celebration extends far beyond a single souvenir. Ocean Park is transforming into the heart of the festivities with an immersive experience perfect for children and adults. This year’s summer theme, Panda Friends Summer Splash, is co-hosted with beloved LINE FRIENDS characters, bringing an exuberant dose of playfulness to every park corner. Every moment is designed to thrill and delight, from water battles to foam pits, party zones to whimsical photo backdrops. As the sun sets, the park comes alive with the Gala of Lights – a dazzling spectacle of projections, music, and dancing fountains reimagined for the pandas’ big day.
Travellers can also look forward to picking up exclusive merchandise, including plush toys of Jia Jia and De De dressed in tiny kindergarten uniforms and panda-themed snacks and refreshments. For those staying a little longer, Ocean Park’s Twin Park Package Ticket offers access to both Ocean Park and Water World within seven days — a fantastic option for families wanting to soak in all the fun.
And it’s not just Ocean Park joining the celebration. Across Hong Kong, panda fever is spreading — from MTR stations decked out in panda graphics to street signs turned into art and fun panda trails leading through the city. It’s a giant, heartwarming scavenger hunt perfect for snapping pics and making memories.
Best of all, it’s super easy for Singaporeans to join the fun — with direct flights just over four hours and no visa required. Hong Kong feels close and familiar, yet this summer it’s filled with fresh surprises and playful wonder.
Whether you’re a collector drawn to the LABUBU collaboration, a parent looking for the ultimate school holiday surprise, or simply someone who needs a reason to take a well-earned break, the Panda Twins Birthday celebration is a delightful way to reconnect with Hong Kong.
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