Discover the captivating event highlights showcasing the vibrant pulse of Hong Kong and what's on offer in the city. Hong Kong is a compact and globally-connected city that's primed to host mega events. With international exhibitions, world-class sporting
events, orchestras, jazz ensembles, film and art festivals, art exhibitions, concerts, and so much more, the Events Capital of Asia is busy throughout the year.
A magnificent mix of old and new and a dazzling fusion of East and West, Hong
Kong seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, making it the perfect destination for unforgettable experiences. So whether you're looking for Hong Kong special events or simply want to catch a game or match, there's always something exciting happening
in this vibrant city. And for those on a budget, don't worry – there are plenty of free events in Hong Kong to enjoy too!
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2024 World Lacrosse Women's U20 Championship
Location: Mong Kok Stadium, Sham Shui Po Sports Ground, Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground, and Shek Kip Mei Park
Event date: 15/08/2024 - 24/08/2024
The World Lacrosse Women’s U20 Championship is the highest junior-level tournament organised by World Lacrosse. The first edition of the event was held in 1995 and is hosted by different cities around the world every four years. Top teams from around the globe are ready to compete in the competition in the heart of Hong Kong, the first city in Asia to host this championship.
LI-NING Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships 2024
Location: Hong Kong Coliseum, Hung Hom
Event date: 10/09/2024 - 15/09/2024
The LI-NING Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships 2024 part of the HSBC BWF World Tour Super 500 is one of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour events and attracts over 200 top badminton players from more than 20 countries and regions, including Olympic and Asian Games medalists, competing for the highest honour in the Hong Kong Open.
Belt and Road Summit 2024
Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Event date: 11/09/2024 - 12/09/2024
The Summit gathers senior government officials and business leaders from countries and regions along and beyond the Belt and Road to exchange insights on multilateral co-operation and explore concrete business opportunities. The 2024 edition of the Summit focused on the theme of “Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road”.
Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance 2024
Location: Tai Hang, Causeway Bay
Event date: 16/09/2024 - 18/09/2024
Every Mid-Autumn Festival, the Tai Hang neighbourhood comes alive with a glowing dragon dance performed by over 300 people for three nights. This tradition dates back to the 19th century, when villagers used the fire dragon dance to combat a plague, accompanied by drums and gongs. Today, the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance is recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage and continues to draw crowds to the blazing annual spectacle.
A Path to Glory – Jin Yong’s Centennial Memorial, Sculpted by Ren Zhe
Location: Hong Kong Heritage Museum
Event date: 16/03/2024 - 07/10/2024
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of renowned novelist Dr. Louis Cha's (Jin Yong), a special exhibition titled "A Path to Glory – Jin Yong's Centennial Memorial, Sculpted by Ren Zhe." has been organised. The exhibition features 22 unique sculptures of Jin Yong's iconic characters created by renowned artist Ren Zhe, along with captivating multimedia installations. The lively and spirited sculptures immerse visitors in the imaginary world of martial arts depicted in Jin Yong's beloved novels.
The Adorned Body
Location: Hong Kong Palace Museum
Event date: 26/06/2024 - 14/10/2024
The Hong Kong Palace Museum with the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris unveiled “The Adorned Body: French Fashion and Jewellery 1770–1910 from the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris”, one of the four major exhibitions in the West Kowloon Cultural District in 2024 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. The Adorned Body features nearly 400 stunning items of clothing, jewellery and accessories dating from the late 18th to the early 20th century. This is first time the prestigious Paris museum’s comprehensive collection of historical French fashionwear is displayed in Asia. The exhibition also features trilingual audio guides narrated by singer and fashionista Karen Mok.
I. M. Pei: Life Is Architecture
Location: M+
Event date: 29/06/2024 - 05/01/2025
The first large-scale retrospective of the legendary architect's work at M+, West Kowloon Cultural District. Featuring over 400 archival items, models, and objects in 6 thematic sections, the exhibition explores Pei's vision and inspiration for designing some of the world's most iconic buildings, including the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong as well as the modernisation of the Grand Louvre in Paris, the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, and many more.
A Laugh at the World: James Wong
Location: Hong Kong Heritage Museum
Event date: 17/07/2024 - 10/02/2025
James Wong, a famous cultural figure in Hong Kong, who had a significant impact on the formation and changes of Hong Kong's popular culture. This exhibition is organised to commemorate the 20th anniversary of James Wong’s passing. The exhibition link various chapters of James Wong’s life with four of his songs: from the beginning of his journey “Below the Lion Rock” to the heyday of Hong Kong’s pop culture epitomised in “It’s him, you and me”. The showcased collections illustrate his contributions to music, movie, television, advertising, literature and more, as well as demonstrate the cultural integration of James Wong's works.
