Royal Geographical Society - Hong Kong

25/08/2026

🌏 What were you doing at 18 years old?

At 18, Christopher Schrader was already dreaming of adventure. Today, he’s an explorer, entrepreneur and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society who has crossed the 1,700 km Gobi Desert and spent time with the eagle hunters of Mongolia’s Altai Mountains.

Join us tonight as Chris shares stories of exploration, endurance and life in some of the world’s most extreme environments.

📍 Capital Group, 27/F, One IFC

🎤 Tonight, 25 August 2026

Come along and be inspired to see the world a little differently.

04/08/2026

We’re excited to welcome everyone back for our much‑loved Quiz Dinner—once again led by our brilliant Quiz Master! With his lively questions and the cozy pub atmosphere, it’s the perfect chance to unwind, catch up with friends, and enjoy a fun evening together.

https://rgshk.org.hk/rgs-events/all-events-past/item/2706-pub-quiz-dinner-2026.html

28/07/2026

🌍✨ Celebrating the next generation of geographers!

We are delighted to announce the winners of the Young Geographer of the Year 2026 competition. This year, we received over 600 inspiring entries from students who explored our changing world through creativity, research, and geographical thinking.

A huge congratulations to all our winners and every student who took part — your curiosity and passion for geography continue to inspire us. 🌏👏

Discover all winning entries here:
https://mailchi.mp/rgshk/ygoty26

17/07/2026

✨ Firefly season has arrived!

Join our annual WWF Night Safari at Mai Po Nature Reserve and experience the wetlands after dark. Spot fireflies, discover nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy a truly magical summer evening.

🗓️ Saturday, 25 July
🚌 Coach from Central is included.

🌿 Limited places available – register now!
https://www.rgshk.org.hk/payment-for-night-safari-to-mai-po-on-sat-25-july-2026

09/07/2026

🌍 The public has spoken! Congratulations to Jaehee Shin (14) from ESF West Island School, winner of the People's Choice Award in the 2026 RGS-HK Young Geographer of the Year competition! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who voted and to all 11 finalists for sharing their inspiring geographical perspectives. Your creativity and passion made this year's competition truly outstanding.

Stay tuned as we announce the winners of the main competition soon!

02/07/2026

The Royal Geographical Society - Hong Kong was honoured to be invited by the Royal Commonwealth Society Hong Kong Branch to an exclusive visit to Bishop's House.

It was a rare privilege to explore one of Hong Kong's most historic buildings, view fascinating archival collections and artifacts, and gain deeper insights into the city's religious and colonial heritage. We also enjoyed an engaging talk by Prof. Martyn Percy on his book "Crisis of Colonial Anglicanism", followed by a guided tour led by Dr. Philip Wickeri.

Our sincere thanks to the Archbishop of Hong Kong, The Most Revd. Andrew Chan, and the Royal Commonwealth Society Hong Kong Branch for their warm hospitality and kind invitation. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to experience this remarkable piece of Hong Kong's history.

Photo credit: Nick Taso

02/07/2026

Thank you, Royal Commonwealth Society Hong Kong Branch, for inviting the Royal Geographical Society - Hong Kong to be part of this wonderful event. We greatly appreciated the rare opportunity to visit Bishop's House, explore its remarkable history and archives, and hear such insightful presentations. It was a truly memorable afternoon.

16/06/2026

🌿 Discover Yellow Dragon Gorge with Rory Mackay – Lantau Island🌿

Hidden deep within Lantau’s glorious countryside lies Yellow Dragon Gorge — a secluded oasis far from the city’s hustle and bustle.

On this adventure, participants will journey boulder by boulder upstream into a dramatic vertical landscape, surrounded by cliffs and cascading waterfalls. It’s a wild, breathtaking setting where you’ll scarcely believe you’re still in Hong Kong.

✨ The trip offers ample time to soak in the majesty of the gorge and enjoy multiple waterfalls along the way.

⚡ Difficulty: Moderate. The route is technical, involving stone‑to‑stone stepping and skirting around waterfalls, so a degree of agility is required.

📅 Jun 27 - Join us for this unforgettable experience led by Rory Mackay and explore one of Hong Kong’s hidden natural treasures!

Click here to secure your spot https://rgshk.org.hk/lantau-yellow-dragon-gorge-field-trip-on-sat-27-june-2026

15/06/2026

✨ Join us for Keith Macgregor’s Talk – 22 June ✨

Between 1950 and 1980, Hong Kong’s streets glowed with neon. These gas‑filled glass tubes lit up the city in dazzling shapes, designs, and colours — symbols of a booming metropolis.

Photographer Keith Macgregor will share how he documented this glorious era. In 1998, he spent over 40 nights walking and driving across Hong Kong to record nearly every neon sign — from Aberdeen to Shau Kei Wan, Tsim Sha Tsui to Sai Kung. His photographs captured the artistry, imagination, and craftsmanship behind these vibrant works, later published in his classic book Neon City: Hong Kong at Night.

Keith will also reflect on how neon began to vanish, replaced by billboards and removed through urban redevelopment, forever changing the city’s streetscapes.

Booking link https://rgshk.org.hk/payment-for-keith-macgregor-s-talk-on-mon-22-june-2026

11/06/2026