On the 13th day of the second lunar month, the residents of Ap Lei Chau celebrate the Hung Shing Festival, which has over a hundred years of history. The festival pays homage to Hung Shing, with celebrants seeking blessings from the deity for good weather and peace among the residents. A series of events are held annually in Ap Lei Chau, organised by the Ap Lei Chau Kai Fong Tung Hing Association, including water lanterns night, the blessing of dragon boats, lion dances, a festival parade, religious opera and more.