The Hong Kong Tourism Board will stage the Hong Kong Winterfest in Central district from November 28 to January 4.

The Board's Executive Director Clara Chong said that Hong Kong Winterfest achieved positive results last year, with visitor arrivals totalling a record-breaking 1.67 million in December. 

During the period, Statue Square will be transformed into a "Christmas Wonderland" with colourful festive decorations and a 33.5-metres "Christmas Wishing Tree".

Honng Kong's tallest Christmas tree will be illuminated by a computerised system to create synchronised lighting and musical effects. The synchronised lighting show will be staged every 30 minutes from 7pm to 10pm nightly.

There will also be a 'Jingle Bells Boulevard', from the Star Ferry to the Square.

Street performances such as organ recitals and carol singing will also be organised.

Santa Claus will show up at Hong Kong International Airport and the Lo Wu Boundary Crossing to present visitors with season's greetings and the Activities Guide. 

On December 3, more than 60 visitors acting as Santa Claus will travel from the United States to spread joy and good will to visitors and local residents in Hong Kong.

From December 20 onwards, the Tourism Commission will stage the 'Symphony of Lights' �V a choreographed light and sound show - against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour.

The Tourism Board has also produced the Hong Kong WinterFest Shopping and Dining Privileges guide featuring a collection of special offers for visitors.

The Hong Kong Winterfest Activities Guide will be distributed at the HKTB Visitor Information & Services Centres and entry points as well as by the travel trade.