Hopewell Ｍall in Wan Chai | Hopewell Centre transforms into "Exotic Pets World" in midsummer Hong Kong's first interactive education exhibition of amphibians and reptiles, simulating natural habitats to showcase native ecological environments

Description

Hopewell Plaza in Wan Chai will continue to provide new experiences for the community and customers with diversified activities this summer. From July 10 to 28, 2025, Hopewell Plaza will transform the atrium into "Exotic Pets World", hosting Hong Kong's first interactive education exhibition on amphibians and reptiles. Through various family-friendly activities, including guided tours, parent-child workshops, check-in photos, etc., we will introduce these "cold-blooded" but cute exotic pet friends! 12 rare exotic pets will meet you, including the endangered star-spotted water turtle, the three-lined box turtle whose population is almost extinct in the wild, and the rare species of Mexican spiny-tailed iguana, etc., in a highly restored simulated natural habitat. Some exotic pets, including large tortoises, will interact with you up close! We sincerely invite all friends who love animals to join "Exotic Pets World" this summer to fully understand the characteristics and cuteness of these rare exotic pets!

12 kinds of rare and exotic pets gather in the "Amphibian and Reptile Exhibition Area" to explore the wonders of nature and the mysteries of science

The "Exotic Pets World" held by Hopewell Plaza has set up an exclusive "Amphibian and Reptile Exhibition Area" to exhibit 12 kinds of rare and exotic pets from all over the world at one time, including turtles, snakes, lizards and amphibians. The exhibition aims to let the public understand the role of these cold-blooded animals in nature, their ecological needs and the threats they face through close viewing, and to enhance conservation awareness and scientific literacy. Through this exhibition, not only can you get a glimpse of the rare animals, but you can also understand their ecological value and conservation challenges, thereby cultivating an attitude of respecting life and caring about nature. The organizer hopes to inspire the next generation's interest and sense of responsibility in natural science and environmental protection through this educational exhibition.

"Amphibian and Reptile Exhibition" - 12 rare and exotic pets

Turtles

Spotted Terrapin

Lives in North American wetlands, famous for its dorsal spots

Three-lined Box Turtle

Rare Asian turtle species on the verge of extinction, a key protected species by international conservation organizations

Carolina Box Turtle

Its unique closable shell mechanism is a reflection of evolutionary wisdom

Snakes

African Ball Python

One of the most popular pet snakes in the world, non-venomous and docile, it curls up into a ball when in danger

Milk Snake

Famous for its red, black and white ring pattern, good at mimicry

Corn Cobra

Gentle personality, rich color changes

Lizards

Mexican spiny-tailed iguana

The tail has obvious spines, showing the wisdom of survival in tropical dry environments

American iguana

It is a large arboreal lizard that feeds on plants

Colorful chameleon

Colorful, can change color with emotions and environment

Giant gecko

From New Caledonia, it is the largest gecko in the world

Amphibians

Tiger salamander

Named after the distinctive tiger stripes, it is an indicator species of ecological adaptation and metamorphosis of amphibians

Chinese toad

A common amphibian in China, with strong resistance to pollution

「Interactive Exotic Pet Paradise」Interact with Exotic Pets

To learn more about these amphibians and reptiles that look cold but have gentle personalities, parents can visit the "Interactive Exotic Pets Park" with their children. The South American Taiga lizard, the world's third largest land tortoise, the Aldabra giant tortoise, a large terrestrial tortoise, and the highly intelligent macaws are waiting for everyone with their keepers. The keepers will explain the characteristics and daily life of different species in detail. With a minimum spending of HK$100 in Hopewell Shopping District*, you can interact with and take photos with the exotic pets, and experience feeding turtles, achieving zero-distance contact with the exotic pets!

*Including Hopewell Shopping Centre, QRE Plaza, 163 QRE, Wu Chung Building (retail section), GARDENEast (retail section)

"Little Zoologist" Experience Class and Summer Courses to Cultivate Tomorrow's Zoologists

Children's curiosity ignited after meeting a group of exotic pet friends? By participating in the "Little Zoologist" experience class or summer course, you can learn basic information such as animal classification, breeding knowledge, biological observation, etc. from experts, and prepare for becoming a zoologist in the future. The 30-minute "Little Zoologist Experience Class" is suitable for beginners who are curious about exotic pets. The class is led by a professional instructor, introducing common reptiles and their habits, and arranging practical contact experiences, allowing children to touch and observe animals such as geckos, tortoises, corn snakes, etc., and learn to respect life and nature. There are a total of 3 classes, each 60 minutes long "Little Zoologist Summer Course" will help children learn about nature and animals in depth. The course combines theory and practice, encourages observation, expression and hands-on participation. Every primary school student who completes the entire summer course will be able to participate in the results sharing ceremony held on July 26 and receive a conference-exclusive certificate to recognize the children's learning achievements and encourage them. There is also an educational exhibition area on site to introduce endangered amphibians and reptiles from all over the world, conveying the concept of conservation and responsible breeding. Remember to attend public lectures hosted by registered veterinarians, animal protection organization representatives, animal educators and other professionals to gain a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between humans, animals and pets.

Five "Parent-Child Workshops" and Theme Market

The conference has five parent-child workshops, which will be held in rotation every day. The public is welcome to sign up.

"Animal Coloring Creation Workshop"

Provide pure white animal models for children. The instructor will explain the characteristics and color matching of the animals, and then the children will use their creativity to fill in the colors and make their own exclusive exotic pet dolls.

"Specimen Making Workshop"

Led by a professional taxidermist, learn specimen making skills by processing naturally dead animals such as beetles, crab shells, scorpions, centipedes, etc. In the process, children can understand the meaning of life cycle, animal structure and ecological education. The specimens can be taken home as a learning souvenir.

"Ecological Landscape Tank DIY"

Let the children create their own miniature natural ecological tank, including plant configuration, decoration design and raising small creatures such as aquatic animals or woodlice. The instructor will introduce the operating principles of the ecosystem, the concept of water cycle and species coexistence. After completion, the ecological tank can be taken home for further observation.

"Degubat Visual Collage Art Workshop"

The instructor will explain Degubat's creative techniques, and create unique works of art by cutting and pasting colored paper patterns on the surface of objects. Degubat's works are noble and elegant, and the process is also healing, suitable for parents and children to participate together. The workshop has different project options, including children's cat masks, handbags, and Nordic style controllable night lights.

Amphibious Insect Theme Workshop - "Chasing Bees in the Wind"

Through physical specimens and multimedia content, this common but extremely unusual insect is introduced. From the structure of the hive, physiological characteristics to the role of bees in agriculture and culture, it leads children and adults to understand how bees are closely related to the future of mankind.

Amphibian and Insect Theme Workshop – “Hong Kong Amphibians and Their Origins”

Introducing the most common amphibians in Hong Kong, including newts, to let participants know about these small animals that often appear on the edge of the city. The instructor will explain the characteristics and ecological value of their habitats, and explore their importance as indicators of ecological health.

Amphibian and Insect Theme Workshop – “Ant Kingdom”

Focus on the world’s most numerous insects - ants. Through specimen observation and creative painting activities, children can understand the social structure, species diversity and important roles of ants in nature. The activity will also introduce the trend of ants as alternative pets, and explore their unique charm from a scientific and cultural perspective.

The world of crayfish opens. “Aquarium Zone” explores the mysterious ecology of freshwater crustaceans

This exhibition has a special “Aquarium Zone”, focusing on ornamental crayfish that have attracted much attention in the aquarium industry in recent years. These colorful small crustaceans are not only unique in appearance, but also have rich behavioral characteristics and high ecological adaptability. They are an excellent subject for promoting freshwater ecological education and breeding knowledge. The exhibition area will display a number of representative ornamental species, including the brightly colored Australian sky blue crayfish, which is popular among breeders, and the ghost tail crayfish, which is known for its translucent tail and agile movements. The differences in their body color, size and behavior reflect the diversity of artificial breeding and natural evolution. Through the "Crayfish Exhibition Area", the public can not only appreciate the unique charm of these miniature aquatic creatures, but also understand the operation and conservation importance of freshwater ecosystems, and cultivate respect for microscopic life and environmental care.

Bonus: Hopewell Mall's "Summer Japanese Show Festival" travels back in time to the Edo period

This summer, Hopewell Mall not only hosts the "Exotic Pets World", but also takes you back to the Edo period in Japan, presenting the "Summer Japanese Show Festival". Performers in the warrior line-up wear Edo period costumes, and perform with ninja warriors to recreate the grand scene of the general entering the city, which makes the audience dazzled. The traditional Japanese martial arts - Naginata Enbu contains deep Japanese cultural roots in sports competitions, and the Japanese magic show perfectly combines traditional Japanese culture with modern magic, taking you into a visual feast full of surprises, leading everyone to travel back in time to the Edo period.

Hopewell Shopping Centre presents "Exotic Pets World" in the summer
Date: July 10-28, 2025
Time: 12:00nn to 7:00pm
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre

Exotic Pets World x Little Zoologist Workshop Series
Little Zoologist Experience Class
Date: July 10-28, 2025
Time: 2:30 to 3:00pm; 4:30pm to 5:00pm (30 minutes per class)
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Spend HK$100 or more in Hopewell shopping district, and you can redeem one experience class with the receipt (limited places, first come first served)

*Including Hopewell Shopping Centre, QRE Plaza, 163 QRE, Wu Chung Building (retail part), GARDENEast (retail part)

Junior Zoologist Summer Course
Date:
Class A – July 15-16 and 19, 2025
Class B – July 17-19, 2025
Class C – July 20, 22 and 24, 2025
Class D – July 21, 23-24, 2025
Time: 3:00pm to 4:00pm (3 classes, 60 minutes each)
Venue: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members can redeem a summer course (including three classes, demonstration activities, certificates and teaching materials) with 5,000 points or HK$750

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Students’ achievement sharing session and certificate presentation ceremony
Date: July 26, 2025
Time:
Session 1 – 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Session 2 – 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Complete the entire Little Zoologist Summer Course to participate

Alternative Pet World – Parent-Child Workshop Series
Animal Coloring Creation Workshop
Date: July 14, 15, 17, 21, 23, 25 and 26, 2025
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm (60 minutes per session)
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members can redeem a workshop experience with 2,000 points or HK$250 (the quota includes one child + one parent, and each additional parent adds HK$50)

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Specimen Making Workshop (including Class A – Beetle/Crab Shell or Class B – Scorpion/centipede)
Date: July 10-12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24 and 27, 2025
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm (60 minutes per session)
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members can redeem a workshop experience with 3,000 points; or HK$580 (Class A – Beetle/Crab Shell) or HK$780 (Class B – Scorpion/Centipede) (the quota includes one child + One parent, HK$50 for each additional parent)

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Ecological Landscape Tank DIY
Date: July 10, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24 and 28, 2025
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm (60 minutes per session)
Venue: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members can redeem a workshop experience with 3,000 points; or HK$680 (the quota includes one child + One parent, HK$50 for each additional parent)

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Degubat Visual Collage Art Workshop
Date: July 11, 13, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25 and 28, 2025
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm (60 minutes per session)
Venue: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members with 3,000 points; or HK$260 (children's cat mask) or HK$360 (handbag, with silk scarf plus HK$20) or HK$460 (Nordic style controllable night light) can redeem a workshop experience (the quota includes one child + One parent, HK$50 for each additional parent)

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Amphibian and insect themed workshops "Chasing Bees in the Wind", "Hong Kong Amphibians and Their Origins", "Ant Kingdom"
Date: July 12-13, 19-20 and 26-27, 2025
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm (60 minutes per session)
Location: Atrium, 3/F, Hopewell Shopping Centre
Participation method: Hopewell Club members can redeem a workshop experience with 2,000 points or HK$300 (one child + one parent, HK$50 for each additional parent)

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3HN315o

Hopewell Mall "Summer Japanese Performance Festival"
Date: July 12-13, 2025
Time:
July 12
2:00pm to 3:00pm      Warrior Parade
3:00pm to 4:00pm      Japanese Naginata Performance
4:00pm to 5:00pm      Japanese Magic Show

July 13
2:00pm to 3:00pm      Warrior Parade
3:00pm to 4:00pm      Japanese Naginata Performance

Location: All floors of Hopewell Mall