The Bun Scrambling Event was revived in 2005. This unique, traditional activity of the Cheung Chau Bun Festival had been suspended for 26 years after the collapse of a bun tower in 1978. With the support of local organisations, the department explored all safety measures and resolved technical difficulties with the works departments and professional organisations. The event was jointly organised with the Hong Kong Cheung Chau Bun Festival Committee.

The 2005 Bun Carnival, held at the Pak Tai Temple Playground in Cheung Chau, ran from April 30 to May 16 and its activities attracted more than 5 000 participants and tens of thousands of local and overseas spectators. Both local and international media gave the highlight of the carnival — the Bun Scrambling Competition —extensive coverage.