The People's Republic of China was founded in 1949, so the golden anniversary had already been marked in 1999.

There should be a fireworks display over Victoria Harbour on 1 October, China's national day. It usually begins around 8pm. However, next year's celebrations would probably be grander, being the 60th anniversary. (The HK government just spent a lot of money hosting the equestrian events of the Olympic Games)

National Day is October 1, and it's a holiday in Hong Kong. The PRC was formed on October 1 1949, so it is a few years late for the 50th anniversary, but one year from the 60th.

I think there are fireworks on Oct 1, but other than that it's a normal shopping day in Hong Kong.

haha, oh right, well I thought I saw that somewhere.. either my memory's going or it was a rather unreliable source! Probably the first.

As long as there are fireworks then I'm happy, that's what I was really concerned about as it must be a spectacular sight over the harbour. I'll definately be at the waterfront for 8 then.

Thanks guys, please excuse my ignorance there!

Vodski,

sorry to hijack your post. Anybody out there with info ? We will be in HK on 1st Oct ( Grand Stanford ) - if my memory serves me right, the view of the fireworks is not too good from this hotel - restaurant or bar( was here about 10 years ago ), are there any recommendations for a good view, maybe a hotel restaurant so we can enjoy a meal then the fireworks, or a bar with a view. I remember the last time I was in HK, there is a flyover/footpath over a road by the Grand Stanford - it was packed with people watching the display, it is something to see and experience.

Dave