Hong Kong’s largest panda-themed exhibition : PANDA GO! FEST HK

The grand welcoming ceremony of Hong Kong’s largest panda exhibition, PANDA GO! FEST HK, was held today at Hong Kong International Airport. A total of 2,500 panda friends and family have arrived from all over, accompanied by two special guests— renowned actors Louis Koo and Charmaine Sheh— who served as panda team leaders to inaugurate the event.

The grand welcoming ceremony of Hong Kong’s largest panda exhibition, PANDA GO! FEST HK, was held today at Hong Kong International Airport.

Following the success of the "100% Doraemon & FRIENDS" exhibition this summer, creative brand AllRightsReserved (ARR) is once again bringing an annual highlight to the city. PANDA GO! FEST HK showcases eight new giant panda designs, along with six Hong Kong-themed panda sculptures as part of the Panda Friends & Family Hong Kong, making up a total of 2,500 unique panda sculptures. The panda tour guide, “PANDA GO! GUIDE”, made its debut at the airport ceremony, leading the 2,500 pandas on their journey.

A total of 2,500 panda friends and family have arrived from all over, accompanied by two special guests— renowned actors Louis Koo and Charmaine Sheh— who served as panda team leaders to inaugurate the event.

Starting December 7, these panda sculptures will visit multiple iconic landmarks across Hong Kong and feature in four large-scale public exhibitions, offering an unparalleled panda-themed experience. ARR warmly invites residents and visitors to join this festive celebration, blending art, tourism, and exhibitions in a truly unique way.

“PANDA GO! GUIDE”, made its debut at the airport ceremony, leading the 2,500 pandas on their journey.

PANDA GO! FEST HK has received strong support from various partners and organizations, including key partners Samsung and Ngong Ping 360; supporting organizations such as the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and the Hong Kong Tourism Board; and beneficiary institution Ocean Park. Additionally, the welcome ceremony was made even more special with the support of the Airport Authority Hong Kong, Cathay, and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company Limited. ARR extends its heartfelt gratitude to all parties involved for their contributions to this cultural, artistic, and tourism event.

The grand welcoming ceremony of Hong Kong’s largest panda exhibition, PANDA GO! FEST HK, was held today at Hong Kong International Airport.

PANDA GO! GUIDE Leads 2,500 Panda Sculptures on a Citywide Adventure

The panda guide, "PANDA GO! GUIDE," made its debut during the welcome ceremony at the Hong Kong International Airport, captivating the audience with its lifelike appearance and setting an exciting tone for the event. Giant pandas, as a globally vulnerable species, are rarely seen up close. To offer citizens and visitors a unique opportunity to encounter the beloved pandas up close, ARR collaborated with the Hollywood-level special modeling company Zeppet*. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, Zeppet created a highly realistic giant panda model, transforming it into "PANDA GO! GUIDE." The company has an impressive portfolio, including contributions to iconic productions such as "Mega Monster Battle: Ultra Galaxy Legends The Movie" from the Ultraman series, early Godzilla films, and exhibits for prestigious museums.

ARR collaborated with the Hollywood-level special modeling company Zeppet*. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, Zeppet created a highly realistic giant panda model, transforming it into "PANDA GO! GUIDE."

"PANDA GO! GUIDE" meticulously replicates every detail of a giant panda, from its unique pseudo-thumb to its rounded, plush ears, bringing "PANDA GO! GUIDE" to life and making it a standout highlight of the exhibition. "PANDA GO! GUIDE" will lead 2,500 panda sculptures on a journey across Hong Kong’s iconic landmarks, showcasing the city’s vibrant art and tourism attractions. Residents and visitors will have the chance to see the stunning "PANDA GO! GUIDE" in person as part of this unforgettable event.

Zeppet Official Website: https://www.zeppet.com/en/

ARR collaborated with the Hollywood-level special modeling company Zeppet*. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, Zeppet created a highly realistic giant panda model, transforming it into "PANDA GO! GUIDE."

Organizer ARR Returns to Curate Again, Continuing a Decade-Long Bond with Pandas

The connection between giant pandas and the creative brand AllRightsReserved (ARR) runs deep. In 2014, ARR introduced the iconic "I AM HERE" giant panda installation in Chengdu, the home of pandas, which has since become a local landmark. Later that year, ARR launched the "1600 PANDAS WORLD TOUR IN HONG KONG: CREATIVITY MEETS CONSERVATION," captivating audiences across multiple cities worldwide and pioneering a new exhibition format by appearing at landmark locations through a series of flash exhibitions. For generations, pandas have been cherished as close companions by the people of Hong Kong, holding special meaning for both ARR and the city's residents.

Now, a decade later, with the arrival of four new members, the total number of giant pandas has been brought to six. Also, thanks to global panda conservation efforts, the giant panda population has now grown to over 2,500. This includes wild pandas, which have increased from around 1,600 to approximately 1,900, and over 600 captive pandas. Despite these advancements, pandas remain exceedingly rare.

PANDA GO! FEST HK Returns with Eight New Panda Designs as 2,500 Pandas "On the Go"!

As a result, ARR has decided to bring 2,500 panda sculptures back with a fresh new look. Continuing with Hong Kong as the central hub, ARR is set to create the city’s largest panda-themed exhibition yet, gathering panda lovers and art enthusiasts while spreading panda culture to every corner of Hong Kong. For the PANDA GO! FEST HK, ARR has designed eight new panda designs, which will form a creative collection of 2,500 panda sculptures.

After the welcome ceremony on December 2 at the airport, the PANDA GO! FEST HK officially begins “Panda Friends On the Go”. A group of 2,500 panda sculptures will visit various iconic landmarks across Hong Kong, offering residents and tourists a unique opportunity to get closer with the pandas. The Hong Kong-exclusive IP, Panda Friends & Family Hong Kong, will also join the tour, making appearances at public exhibitions to charm audiences with their adorable designs. This initiative brings art into everyday life while raising awareness about giant panda conservation.

“PANDA GO! GUIDE”, made its debut at the airport ceremony, leading the 2,500 pandas on their journey.

The 2,500 panda sculptures will be featured in four large-scale public exhibitions, inviting residents and visitors to experience the pandas' unique charm and the festive atmosphere of the event. The number of panda sculptures will be adjusted according to the location and area of ​​the exhibition place. For more details, please refer to Table 1.

Table 1: PANDA GO! FEST HK Public Exhibitions Details

Official Website Social Media

https://pandago-fest.com/

https://www.instagram.com/PandaGo_Fest

https://www.facebook.com/PandaGoFest

The Exclusive Hong Kong IP, Panda Friends & Family Hong Kong, will Make Its Adorable Debut

When visiting the PANDA GO! FEST HK exhibitions, you will notice six particularly familiar and charming pandas among the crowd. As ARR has specially created six new characters of Panda Friends & Family Hong Kong (PFF HK), an exclusive Hong Kong IP inspired by the city’s panda family. These characters include Ying Ying, Le Le, and the newly added members—Ke Ke*, An An*, and the twin pandas, "Big Sister*" and "Little Brother*" (*existing names).  Each character incorporates their distinct personalities and physical traits with anthropomorphic elements, blending local cultural and lifestyle features to create a one-of-a-kind Hong Kong-exclusive IP. See Table 2 for details.

PFF HK will not only be part of the exhibition but also serve as Hong Kong's giant panda ambassadors. This IP may appear in other panda-related events hosted by various organizations. ARR has gifted this IP to Hong Kong. Organizations are incorporating PFF HK into different settings, actively driving culture and tourism.

This initiative aims to spread joy, boost the economy, and infuse new energy into Hong Kong. During this event, all royalties generated from commercial activities will be fully donated to Ocean Park to support giant panda conservation efforts.

This exhibition also features renowned French artist Paulo Grangeon as the artistic consultant. With his meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of artistic creation, he has further refined and elevated the essence of pandas, ensuring that every sculpture and movement captures the panda's spirit to the fullest.

Table 2: Panda Friends & Family Hong Kong (PFF HK) introduction

Panda-Themed Souvenirs Launching in December!

To celebrate the grand opening of PANDA GO! FEST HK, the largest panda exhibition in Hong Kong, ARR is introducing an exclusive range of panda-themed souvenirs. The collection includes plush toys and limited-edition apparel, all designed with adorable giant panda elements. Giant pandas, cherished companions for generations of Hong Kongers, hold a special place in everyone’s hearts, inspiring the desire to own a panda of their own.

Starting December 2, locals and tourists alike can visit LOG-ON stores to explore this unique collection, bringing pandas home to share the festive spirit with the 2,500 pandas and their "friends" from the exhibition.

*Only available at selected stores:

Time Square, Causeway Bay; Lab Concept, Admiralty; THE SOUTHSIDE, Wong Chuk Hang; Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui; Langham City, Mongkok; city’super, International Financial Center, Central

**Please refer to LOG-ON official social media for release information

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Rong Niu's pink sequined dress shimmered under the arena lights at a recent Miami men's basketball game.

The popular halftime performer known as “Red Panda” finished her signature seven-minute set, looked up at a crowd of fans chanting her name and flashed a smile before dismounting.

Cameras rose instantly. A Hurricanes band member shouted "I love you, Red Panda!" A security guard shook his head in disbelief as a nearby fan asked aloud, "How does she do that?” Members of the Hurricanes' dance team lined up for photos with her before she made her exit.

Niu has grown somewhat accustomed to the fanfare over decades performing at NBA, WNBA and college basketball games — her first halftime show was a Los Angeles Clippers game in 1993. Still, even after sports fans rallied around her following a frightening fall during a WNBA game last July, she can hardly put words to what the support means to her.

“I feel so much support," Niu said after performing at Miami’s home game against Stanford on Wednesday. "It’s beyond support — I don’t know. I don’t have a better word to describe that feeling. That was beyond appreciation.”

Niu comes from a family of performing acrobats. She's been doing it since age 7, when her father first discovered her talent by helping her balance bowls and bricks on her head at their home in China’s Shanxi province.

Her act is composed of her riding a custom-built unicycle, which stretches about 8 feet above the court, and balancing custom-made bowls on her lower leg before flipping them atop her head.

During intermission of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup final between the Indiana Fever and the Minnesota Lynx, Niu fell off her unicycle and crashed to the court a minute into her performance. She remained down for several minutes, was eventually helped off by wheelchair and later diagnosed with a broken left wrist.

“I now realize I was disoriented. It was not just pain right here,” Niu said Wednesday, pointing to her left wrist, which she recalled being swollen and in immense pain. “I wasn’t very clear because of the impact. They said, ‘Can you walk?’ I said, ‘Yes,’ and then I tried to stand up and walk. And then, I think I was passing out."

She spent 11 hours in a Minneapolis hospital, with a pair of Lynx staffers there with her the entire time. As she lay in the hospital bed, she wondered what could have gone wrong during the act she'd performed so many times.

“I’m not saying I’m that good or anything,” she said. “I generally don’t fall. Bowls fall, because the bowls are going into the air and sometimes I’m not able to control (them). But riding the unicycle ... it shouldn’t be out of control.”

Niu returned to the arena after being released from the hospital. Her unicycle was in the same place she'd left it in her dressing room.

She began to inspect it, checking the rotation of the wheel, looking at the handle. Then she noticed one of her pedals was slightly bent. She typically wraps her equipment very carefully when she travels, but it had somehow been damaged in transit; whether during security checks or on the airplane, she's not sure.

“Normally I would set up the unicycle. I will test it. I test like this," she said, turning her wheel as she demonstrated her process of checking the equipment. “I test it. But I didn’t test (the pedal).”

Niu still shudders at the memory of the fall, which required surgery and about four months of recovery, but she received an outpouring of support on social media, including from Fever star Caitlin Clark, as well as cards and gifts.

She returned to action on Oct. 23 for an Amazon Prime event, then back to the NBA court on Nov. 1 for a game between Chicago and Philadelphia.

Returning to the court hasn't been easy.

“I still have the thoughts,” she said. “I still have the thoughts when I start pedaling.”

But as fans chant her name, foregoing halftime trips to concession stands and restrooms to watch her perform, Niu is filled with both gratitude and motivation.

“I want to show that I can do this,” she said. “But (when) I couldn’t do it, they still chanted for me. I feel I owe them something. I feel very appreciative. I don’t have the best words to describe that feeling, but it’s a lot of support. It goes in my heart.”

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Red Panda carries her unicycle back to her dressing room after performing at halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Miami cheerleaders react as they meet Red Panda after she performed at halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Red Panda performs during halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Red Panda performs during halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Red Panda performs as Miami's mascot Sebastian the Ibis looks on during halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Red Panda performs during halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Miami and Stanford in Coral Gables, Fla., Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)