With the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu in Chinese, coinciding with International Children's Day, parents and children thronged a Dragon Boat Festival-themed panda attraction installed at the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, on Saturday.

The "Panda Friends @ Ocean Park Hong Kong" make a special appearance in Tuen Ng-themed costumes as a prelude to the "Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races," offering a festive nod to the tradition. 

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Until June 8, the panda family will be featured in special installations, in what is being called a "pandastic" celebration, providing a cultural lead-up to the highly anticipated dragon boat races.

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Visitors from around the world are invited to partake in the festivities at the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront and to capture memorable photos with the beloved pandas. Souvenirs will also be available at the pop-up store.

China Daily's Adam Lam captured the cheerful moments on Saturday.