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The violence came two days before October 1, when the People's Republic of China will mark its 70th anniversary.
Although Sunday's march drew thousands of peaceful protesters of all ages, it took an aggressive turn. Police and protesters clashed on Sunday afternoon, with protesters throwing bricks and petrol bombs and setting fires on the street.
Police fired tear gas and pepper spray at protesters. Police also used a water cannon equipped with blue dye -- aimed at staining protesters to make them easier to identity later -- to clear people from the area around the Legislative Complex, an area that has often been a target during the ongoing demonstrations.
But Saturday's protests also ended in aggression, with protesters throwing bricks and petrol bombs at the government buildings, and police using water cannons on the activists.
China's National Day
As Hong Kong demonstrators continue to protest, mainland China is preparing to celebrate National Day.
Back in Hong Kong, protesters are already gearing up for more demonstrations to coincide with National Day. Pressure will be on the Hong Kong authorities to ensure that the city's unrest does not overshadow Beijing's celebrations.