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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StartmeupHK Festival 2024
Event date: 21/10/2024 - 25/10/2024
Established in 2016, the StartmeupHK Festival is an annual series of events curated by Invest Hong Kong and organised by external expert partners. The series of events comprise of conferences, exhibitions, pitching competitions, startup-investor matching as well as other networking activities. Guided by the theme A Future Unlimited, this year’s Festival will feature main events covering a startup competition, web3, female entrepreneurship, healthtech and sustainability. In addition, a wide range of community events will be held, such as an investor summit, business matching, country startup showcases, etc., to add further value and diversity to the week.
Hong Kong FinTech Week 2024
Location: AsiaWorld-Expo and across Hong Kong
Event date: 28/10/2024 - 01/11/2024
The ninth annual Hong Kong FinTech Week is the city's largest and most influential gathering of international leaders in finance and technology. Engage with over 30,000 attendees from over 100 economies to explore opportunities in Hong Kong, across Asia and beyond.
Hong Kong Generation Next Arts (HKGNA) Music Festival 2024
Location: The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Hong Kong City Hall and AXA x Wonderland, West Kowloon
Event date: 19/11/2024 - 30/11/2024
The Festival will unite classical virtuosos, Canto-pop and K-pop sensations, and Hong Kong's rising young talents on a single stage, showcasing the city's vibrant musical landscape and positioning it as the global arts hub for the next generation!
LINK Hong Kong Open 2024
Location: Hong Kong Golf Club
Event date: 21/11/2024 - 24/11/2024
One of Asia’s oldest and most prestigious golf championships, the LINK Hong Kong Open will stage its 63rd edition this November. With continuing International Series status, a US$2 million purse, and a chance to make golf history on the line, another field of world-class stars is expected to thrill the audiences.
Clockenflap 2024
Location: Central Harbourfront
Event date: 29/11/2024 - 01/12/2024
Following on from its back-to-back sold-out editions in March and December 2023, Clockenflap, Hong Kong's biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, celebrates its 14th edition this November with a lineup from internationally acclaimed acts to regional and local gems.
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.
