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| HONG KONG’S UPDATES |
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| Taste Hong Kong |
| Hong Kong’s dining scene spans every neighbourhood, from iconic dai pai dongs to Michelin-starred restaurants, earning the city its reputation as the Gourmet Capital of Asia. To celebrate this rich culinary diversity, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), in partnership with the Chinese Culinary Institute (CCI), invited over 50 master chefs to curate a definitive selection of 250 restaurants and eateries. Their expert recommendations come together in the “Taste Hong Kong” Gourmet Guide, showcasing the authenticity, creativity, and excellence that define Hong Kong’s food culture. |
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Yau Ma Tei Police Station:
A Cinematic Journey |
| The Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station is now open to the public through a cinematic journey exhibition. By joining hands with Hong Kong film professionals, the police station has been creatively transformed to showcase the essence of classic Hong Kong police and crime films. Visitors can explore four exhibition areas that connect the police station, Hong Kong police and crime films and film sets, offering an immersive journey of a classic crime cinema. |
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| EVENTS HAPPENING |
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| Chinese New Year | February 2026 |
| Chinese New Year is one of Hong Kong's biggest festivals, celebrated with vibrant flower markets, prayers at Wong Tai Sin Temple and Che Kung Temple, wish-making at Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees, an exuberant night parade, Victoria Harbour fireworks and the Year of the Horse Raceday. No matter what you wish for, be it fortune, luck, success, or prosperity, wishes are all around. |
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Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade |
17 February 2026 |
| Hong Kong ushers in the Chinese New Year with a spectacular event on the first evening of the year in Tsim Sha Tsui, featuring a vibrant parade with horse-inspired floats and exciting performances by local and international troupes. This dynamic celebration marks a lively start to the Year of the Horse, showcasing Hong Kong’s rich multicultural appeal while extending warm wishes to visitors worldwide. |
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Year of The Horse Raceday |
19 February 2026 |
| Year of the Horse Raceday is one of Hong Kong’s most popular racing events. In addition to thrilling races, visitors can partake in an array of joyful festivities, including lion dance performances, live music shows, festive photo opportunities and much more. Come and immerse yourselves in a lively and unique Chinese New Year atmosphere to kick off an auspicious year! |
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| ComplexCon Hong Kong 2026 | 21 – 22 March 2026 |
| ComplexCon is a global pop culture festival and exhibition that brings together style, sneakers, pop culture, music, art, food and innovation. ComplexCon Hong Kong 2026 proudly names Kasing Lung as Artistic Director, weaving his distinctive style and visionary creativity into the very fabric of the event’s core theme. |
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| MOLLY 20th Anniversary Outreach Project – Finding The Little Galaxy | Now – 31 March 2026 |
| The MOLLY 20th Anniversary Outreach Project, titled ‘Finding The Little Galaxy’, comprehensively showcases MOLLY's growth since its inception. For the first time, it presents a complete collection of the artist's development of MOLLY, including character sketches, creative drafts, original artworks, classic figurines and the stories behind the creation. MOLLY is returning to Hong Kong, the little galaxy where her story began, to illuminate the way forward. |
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| Ocean Park x Sanrio Characters – “Marine Wonders” | Now – 23 August 2026 |
| Explore, snap and dive into a fascinating oceanic adventure with six Sanrio characters! Get on board a submarine with Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Kuromi, Pompompurin, and Hangyodon to explore Marine Wonders. All six characters will make special appearances, spreading joy and cheer with unforgettable meet-and-greet moments! Don’t miss the 18 interactive games across the Park—unlock magical experiences and snap endless photos with themed installation. |
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| Art Basel Hong Kong | 27 – 29 March 2026 |
| Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 will feature 240 galleries from 41 countries and territories, bringing together established and emerging voices from across the globe with a focus on artistic innovation and regional diversity, along with the next generation of galleries, artists and curators. With over half of the participating galleries from the Asia-Pacific region, Art Basel once again commits to its role in advancing cultural exchange worldwide, building on the energy of the region's thriving art ecosystem. |
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| Hong Kong Seven | 17 – 19 April 2026 |
| One of the most popular sporting events in Asia, the Hong Kong Sevens will be held at the Kai Tak Sports Park this year. Attracting some of the world’s greatest rugby players and thousands of fans from across the globe. |
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| MARKET HIGHLIGHTS |
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| Travel Tour Expo 2026 |
| HKTB participated in the Travel Tour Expo 2026 held from 6–8 February, presenting Hong Kong through a themed pavilion with interactive stations showcasing the destination’s attractions, outdoor experiences, culture, culinary highlights and fun facts. |
| The Hong Kong pavilion received strong visitor engagement, generating over 1,200 redemptions over the three-day event. The activation effectively updated attendees on Hong Kong’s latest developments and rekindled interest among Filipino travellers in revisiting the destination. |
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