Festivals and Events in Hongkong

Hong Kong, the Events Capital of Asia, offers a smorgasbord of fascinating and exciting events ranging from colourful local festivals to world-class arts and sports events. Concerts, theatre and dance performances by famous international artists and local Canto-pop singers create dynamic experiences. The city's various consumer fairs showcase a wide variety of latest products ranging from books to computer games to flowers. Check out the Event Calendar for upcoming events.

To commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the Hong Kong SAR Government is launching a wide range of celebration activities running through to December. These include a National Day fireworks display, cultural and variety shows, as well as host of district activities. 

Hong Kong 2009 East Asian Games' Tickets Go On Sale from 31 August
The 5th East Asian Games will be staged from 5 to 13 December 2009 in Hong Kong. From 31 August, you can book the tickets at HK Ticketing outlets, the Internet or by phone. 

Business of Design Week (30 Nov - 5 Dec)
This is Asia's leading event dedicated to design, innovation and brands featuring an astonishing array of conferences, exhibitions and more. 

2009 Hong Kong & Shenzhen Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism \ Architecture (4 Dec – 27 Feb 2010) Since its inception in 2007, the Bi-City Biennale has established itself as a significant event in the architecture and design scene both in Asia Pacific and globally. 

Hong Kong 2009 East Asian Games (5 - 13 Dec)
Join friendly mascots Dony and Ami for this regional competition as more than 2,300 athletes compete for medals in 22 exciting sporting events. Also there will be a series of Cultural Nights running throughout the games' period. The 44th Hong Kong Brands &

Products Expo (12 Dec – 4 Jan 2010)
This is one of the largest outdoor exhibition in Hong Kong featuring local and overseas famous brands and quality products. A fun outing for shopaholics!  Hong Kong

International Races 2009 (horse racing) (13 Dec)
Some of the world's best jockeys and their mounts will be hurtling down the home stretch vying for the million purses. 

100th Anniversary of Akira Kurosawa's Birth (18 Dec – 17 Jan 2010)
This project commemorates this influential Japanese film director includes film screenings, a photo exhibition, film music, concerts and more.  Hong Kong Tennis Classic 2010 (6 – 9 Jan 2010)
This is tennis heaven! Get set to enjoy four of the ‘World's Top Ten’, five Grand Slam Champions as well as tennis legends including Stephan Edberg.