Keung To, the beloved member of the boy band MIRROR, is set to celebrate his 26th birthday on April 30, 2025, but the festivities kicked off early with a spectacular event on April 26 at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Fans, known as "姜糖" (Keung To's fans), organized a series of activities to honor their idol, culminating in a vibrant birthday celebration dubbed the "Keung To Birthday Treasure Hunt 2025 & The Keung’s Show." The event commenced at 3 PM and was filled with excitement and surprises.
One of the highlights of the day was the impressive 10-meter tall inflatable figure of Keung To, affectionately named "小濤濤," which towered over the festivities. Fans were given the opportunity to drop off birthday cards in a mailbox, which would later be presented to Keung To. Despite a brief interruption caused by strong winds affecting the inflatable, the atmosphere remained cheerful as fans rallied around to witness the figure being re-inflated. Keung To himself shared a light-hearted moment on social media, posting a photo with the caption, "This is a bit funny."
The evening's main event featured a dazzling 12-minute drone show and an 8-minute fireworks display at the West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade, attracting around 6,000 fans who gathered to celebrate. The night sky was illuminated, creating a magical backdrop for the birthday festivities.
During the event, Keung To surprised attendees by performing with a dance crew from Taiwan, including the well-known choreographer Da Mu. This collaboration was particularly special, as Da Mu had previously mentioned that he was unaware of Keung To's fame before their work together. Keung To expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, saying, "I haven't danced in a long time, don't laugh, the music started so quickly, we didn't rehearse this." The performance of the song "白果" was a crowd favorite.
After the performance, Keung To engaged with his fans through games, including "默契大考驗" and "隔住電話說愛你," which allowed him to interact closely with ten lucky fans. The atmosphere was electric, with fans eager to chat and take photos with their idol.
As the celebration continued, a giant cake adorned with a '26' birthday sign was presented to Keung To. He humorously remarked upon hearing the background music, "Are they playing such gentle songs?" The fans then sang a heartfelt birthday song, prompting Keung To to reflect, "Another year older, it really goes fast, in the world of the 00s."
In a touching moment, Keung To was presented with a unique birthday card made up of paper signs arranged to create his likeness, a gesture that left him visibly moved. He exclaimed, "Wow, thank you so much! This is incredible! You all must be tired holding these up, please put them down now." The fans, however, were encouraged to raise their signs again for a commemorative aerial photo.
Another gift presented to Keung To was a personalized red microphone. He expressed his excitement, stating, "I've never had a personal microphone before, I love red, and I will use it to sing better songs in the future."
Throughout the event, Keung To emphasized the importance of self-care, urging his fans not to prioritize him above their own well-being. He said, "I hope my presence helps everyone become a better version of themselves, not just to do things for me." He acknowledged the challenges he's faced over the past seven years in the industry, emphasizing his ongoing journey of personal growth and learning.
As the night drew to a close, Keung To expressed his gratitude once more, stating, "I hope to continue singing well and trying new things. I want to take care of everyone, and I appreciate every one of you being here." He concluded the evening by performing a heartfelt rendition of Wang Leehom's song "一首簡單的歌" as a gesture of thanks to his fans.
The event not only celebrated Keung To's birthday but also showcased the deep bond between him and his fans, illustrating how their support fuels his passion and dedication to his craft. As the festivities concluded with the spectacular drone display, it was clear that this birthday celebration would be a memorable milestone for both Keung To and his devoted followers.
