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Singapore
Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2010
February 19—28
Now on its eighth year, the 10-day festival promises to give you an intriguing range of traditional and contemporary shows by the best Chinese artists. Don’t miss Man and Woman, War and Peace, an entertaining play about gender roles by the Edward Lam Dance Theatre, and in: music, a four-day music special with indie performers Cosmos People, 13band and Peggy Hsu. www.esplanade.com
Clark
15th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta
February 11—14
Cute and colorful hot air balloons from all over the world take to the skies in this four-day exhibition. Expect paragliding, skydiving, and plane and helicopter fly-bys as well. Clarkfield Economic Zone, Pampanga, tel: +63 (927) 340 4994, www.philballoonfest.net
Singapore
OCBC Cycle Singapore 2010
March 6—7
Take the whole family along to watch the main cycling competition, participate in the preand post-ride carnival events, and shop at the Cycling and Lifestyle Village. Persons aged 16 and above can join the Super Challenge (50km), while the kids can try the Mighty Savers Kid’s Ride (5km) and Tricycle Ride (100m). www.ocbc.cyclesingapore.com.sg
Jakarta
AXIS Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival
March 5—7
This truly is one of the best and largest jazz festivals in the world, with a line-up that includes talents like John Legend, George Duke, Adonis Puentes, Eric Benet, Hubert Laws and more. Jakarta International Expo Kemayoran, www.javajazzfestival.com
Bangkok
Pan Pacific Bangkok Walk and Run for Women
February 6—7
Raise funds and cervical cancer awareness through this walkathon. Challenge yourself with the 24-hour or 240-minute walk/run (which you can join as an individual or team) and the 5km Fun Run. All will start and finish at the Open Air Theater in Lumpini Park. www..walk4women.com, www.goadventureasia.com
Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Salsa Festival 2010
February 1—7
More than 40 groups from Asia, Europe and North America will participate in this week-long treat. Though the highlight is the Asia-Pacific Salsa Open Championships, the organizers have also included other events like street parties and dance workshops. www.hksalsafestival.com
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SHANGHAI
The Shanghai International Literary Festival
March 5—21
Here’s your chance to meet and talk to prominent authors of different genres (past guests include Gore Vidal and Amy Tan). There will be readings, wine and poetry sessions, museum tours, workshops and literary lunches. Various venues, www.m-restaurantgroup.com
OSAKA
Grand Sumo Tournament
March 14—28
The world’s top sumo wrestlers will battle it out at the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium in their quest to be crowned the champion. Filled with history and tradition, the Osaka leg (which is only one of six Grand Tournaments in a year) allows you to learn more about Japan’s revered sport. www.sumo.or.jp/eng
MACAU
Maitreya Project Relic Tour
March 26—28
Thanks to the efforts of the Maitreya Project, you can now view the sacred relics of Buddha and other Buddhist masters in Macau. Housed in display cases and similar to pearl-like crystals, they are believed to embody the masters’ spiritual qualities so you can be inspired, healed and blessed too. www.maitreyaproject.org
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