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Hong Kong events in December 2026
146 events in December 2026: 50 performances, 29 sports events, 27 exhibitions, 18 concerts, 16 activities and classes, 2 festivals, 2 markets, 1 illumination and 1 nightlife event, from headline festivals to neighbourhood fairs.
December in Hong Kong. The listings come from the organisers' own pages, and more go in as their dates are confirmed. More on the season in Neighbourhood guides.
MapDon't miss in December 2026
Performance Your Nocturno: Contemporary Flamenco 1 to 2 Dec · Central Contemporary flamenco in the Prison Yard, 1 and 2 December 2026. Photo: Matt Kieffer, CC BY-SA 2.0
Concert 2026 "Tan Dun WE-Festival 2 to 3 Dec · Hong Kong Cultural Centre (Concert Hall) Concert at Hong Kong Cultural Centre (Concert Hall), listed on the LCSD cultural programmes listing (lcsd.gov.hk). Photo: Peter Bonnett, CC BY-SA 2.0
Performance The Journey to Harmony 3 Dec · Central Performance in the Prison Yard on 3 December 2026. Photo: Matt Kieffer, CC BY-SA 2.0
Exhibition Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition 4 to 6 Dec · Hong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Hall) and Hong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Gallery) Exhibition at Hong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Hall), presented by China (Hong Kong) Painting Calligraphy For The Aged Study Association, listed on the LCSD cultural programmes listing (lcsd.gov.hk). Photo: See-ming Lee, CC BY 2.0
Concert Opera: Puccini’s “La bohème 11 to 13 Dec · Hong Kong City Hall (Concert Hall) Concert at Hong Kong City Hall (Concert Hall), presented by Musica Viva, listed on the LCSD cultural programmes listing (lcsd.gov.hk). Photo: See-ming Lee, CC BY 2.0
Market Rainbow Gala HK 34 Creators' Market 25 to 26 Dec · Lantau (Airport) Creators' market at AsiaWorld-Expo, Halls 2, 6 and 8, 25 and 26 December 2026.
Calendar
Showing all 146 events in December 2026
17Celebration of the 77th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China - Tuen Mun South West Area Music NightKhalid: It's Always Summer Somewhere TourYour Nocturno: Contemporary Flamenco+4 more+22 on for weeks4 gigs212Cantonese Operatic Songs ConcertVariety Show2026 "Tan Dun WE-Festival+9 more+22 on for weeks1 gig39FKJ: Tyber Tour in Hong KongThe Journey to Harmony2026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows - Symphonic Band Interflow / Symphonic Band Extravaganza+6 more+22 on for weeks2 gigs413Cantonese Opera ExcerptsUnbox EKCC 2026: "Sál" by fuse* (Italy)Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition+10 more+23 on for weeks4 gigs520Beneath One SkyVariety ShowOnce Upon a Song, an Opera and Dance for All Ages+17 more+23 on for weeks6 gigs620The Hong Kong Tango Orquesta Extravaganza - ConcertRoald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryChinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition+17 more+20 on for weeks8 gigs76Bella Melodia Enchanted Evening with Eastern & Western OldiesFlash JazzLingnan School Paintings of Ho Tung Oi and Ho Fung Lin+3 more+19 on for weeks1 gig822026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, String Orchestra Interflow+1 more+19 on for weeks96Take Flight Together" Youth Showcase2026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, String Orchestra Interflow+4 more+19 on for weeks2 gigs1032026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, String Orchestra Interflow+2 more+16 on for weeks1 gig117Kenneth Choi True Feelings ConcertCheers!' Series: 'ANTNETIC LOST' by Creman ConceptCheers!’ Series: "Sweetyland IV The Fluffy Fungus Fight" by Make Friends With Puppet+4 more+20 on for weeks2 gigs1214The Exhale of SpringtimeKenneth Choi True Feelings ConcertCheers!' Series: 'ANTNETIC LOST' by Creman Concept+11 more+21 on for weeks8 gigs1318Cantonese Opera ExcerptsCantonese Operatic Songs ConcertLongines Hong Kong International Races 2026+15 more+19 on for weeks5 gigs142+2 more+21 on for weeks154Variety ShowPeony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth Edition+2 more+23 on for weeks3 gigs166Yucco Miller Hong Kong Debut (feat. HKDP)Peony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth Edition+4 more+24 on for weeks1 gig17612th Hong Kong International Baseball OpenPeony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth EditionYucco Miller Hong Kong Debut (feat. HKDP)+3 more+24 on for weeks3 gigs1811Hong Kong Cultural Centre Venue Partnership Scheme: HKCO4U, Passing the TorchMaxim Emelyanychev Conducts The NutcrackerCheers!' Series: "Dream Space" by Creative Group SSAK (Korea)+8 more+24 on for weeks1 gig1915The Moment WE Dance 2026Peony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth Edition12th Hong Kong International Baseball Open+12 more+25 on for weeks2 gigs2016Cantonese OperaFrom Pixels to Pitch RBSB 8th Anniversary ConcertPeony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth Edition+13 more+24 on for weeks2 gigs213Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition+2 more+23 on for weeks2 gigs224Cuckoo MountainFestive Cadenza: Once in a Christmas Dream with Joyce CheungChinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition+1 more+22 on for weeks237Chinese Painting and Calligraphy ExhibitionFestive Cadenza: Once in a Christmas Dream with Joyce Cheung+5 more+22 on for weeks4 gigs244Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition+3 more+21 on for weeks1 gig255Cantonese OperaDance Showcase 2026, Alice in WonderlandRainbow Gala HK 34 Creators' Market+2 more+21 on for weeks2 gigs268Variety ShowRainbow Gala HK 34 Creators' Market+6 more+21 on for weeks3 gigs276Welcome to Dance in Attitude+5 more+20 on for weeks4 gigs284Hong Kong Ice Hockey Tournament (Men's and Women's U18)+3 more+19 on for weeks1 gig294New Year Celebration: Amour and AdieuHong Kong Ice Hockey Tournament (Men's and Women's U18)+2 more+19 on for weeks305Cantonese OperaHong Kong Ice Hockey Tournament (Men's and Women's U18)New Year Celebration: Amour and Adieu+2 more+19 on for weeks314Cantonese Operatic Songs ConcertHong Kong Ice Hockey Tournament (Men's and Women's U18)+2 more+19 on for weeks
Day by day
Each event on its first day still ahead. Tap a day in the calendar for everything on that day and its gigs.
5 events · 4 gigs
Khalid: It's Always Summer Somewhere TourLantau (Airport) · AsiaWorld-Expo · 1 Dec
Your Nocturno: Contemporary FlamencoCentral · Tai Kwun, Prison Yard · 1 to 2 Dec
2026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows - Symphonic Band Interflow / Symphonic Band ExtravaganzaQueen Elizabeth Stadium (Arena) · 1 to 5 Dec
Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryHong Kong Cultural Centre (Grand Theatre) · 1 to 6 Dec
3 events · 1 gig
Cantonese Operatic Songs ConcertTuen Mun Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 2 DecFree
Variety ShowTsuen Wan Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 2 DecFree
2026 "Tan Dun WE-FestivalHong Kong Cultural Centre (Concert Hall) · 2 to 3 Dec
2 events · 2 gigs
FKJ: Tyber Tour in Hong KongLantau (Airport) · AsiaWorld-Expo · 3 Dec
The Journey to HarmonyCentral · Tai Kwun, Prison Yard · 3 Dec
6 events · 4 gigs
Cantonese Opera ExcerptsKo Shan Theatre (Theatre) · 4 DecFree
Unbox EKCC 2026: "Sál" by fuse* (Italy)East Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Hall) · 4 to 5 Dec
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy ExhibitionHong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Hall) · 4 to 6 DecFree
Clockenflap 2026Central · Central Harbourfront Event Space · 4 to 6 Dec
Hong Kong Dance Exchange 2026East Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Turns) · 4 to 6 Dec
Lingnan School Paintings of Ho Tung Oi and Ho Fung LinHong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Gallery) · 4 to 7 DecFree
3 events · 6 gigs
Beneath One SkyCentral · Tai Kwun, Prison Yard · 5 Dec
Variety ShowNorth District Town Hall (Auditorium) · 5 DecFree
Once Upon a Song, an Opera and Dance for All AgesHong Kong Cultural Centre (Studio Theatre) · 5 to 6 Dec
1 event · 8 gigs
The Hong Kong Tango Orquesta Extravaganza - ConcertSai Wan Ho Civic Centre (Theatre) · 6 Dec
2 events · 1 gig
Bella Melodia Enchanted Evening with Eastern & Western OldiesSha Tin Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 7 Dec
Flash JazzSai Wan Ho Civic Centre (Theatre) · 7 Dec
1 event
2026 Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, String Orchestra InterflowYuen Long Theatre (Auditorium) · 8 to 10 Dec
1 event · 2 gigs
Take Flight Together" Youth ShowcaseEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Theatre) · 9 Dec
5 events · 2 gigs
Kenneth Choi True Feelings ConcertTsuen Wan Town Hall (Auditorium) · 11 to 12 DecFree
Cheers!' Series: 'ANTNETIC LOST' by Creman ConceptHong Kong Cultural Centre (Studio Theatre) · 11 to 13 Dec
Cheers!’ Series: "Sweetyland IV The Fluffy Fungus Fight" by Make Friends With PuppetNgau Chi Wan Civic Centre (Theatre) · 11 to 13 Dec
Children's Book Fair and Super Parents and Kids ExpoLantau (Airport) · AsiaWorld-Expo · 11 to 13 Dec
Opera: Puccini’s “La bohèmeHong Kong City Hall (Concert Hall) · 11 to 13 Dec
1 event · 8 gigs
The Exhale of SpringtimeEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Beats) · 12 to 13 Dec
4 events · 5 gigs
Cantonese Opera ExcerptsTsuen Wan Town Hall (Auditorium) · 13 DecFree
Cantonese Operatic Songs ConcertTuen Mun Town Hall (Auditorium) · 13 DecFree
Longines Hong Kong International Races 2026Sha Tin · Sha Tin Racecourse · 13 Dec
Supernova Singers Singing Contest 2026Sha Tin Town Hall (Auditorium) · 13 Dec
2 events · 3 gigs
Variety ShowYuen Long Theatre (Auditorium) · 15 DecFree
Peony Pavilion 70" Elegant Youth EditionEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Theatre) · 15 to 20 Dec
1 event · 1 gig
Yucco Miller Hong Kong Debut (feat. HKDP)East Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Beats) · 16 to 17 Dec
1 event · 3 gigs
12th Hong Kong International Baseball OpenKwun Tong · Sai Tso Wan Recreation Ground · 17 to 20 Dec
5 events · 1 gig
Hong Kong Cultural Centre Venue Partnership Scheme: HKCO4U, Passing the TorchHong Kong Cultural Centre (Studio Theatre) · 18 to 19 Dec
Maxim Emelyanychev Conducts The NutcrackerTsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall · 18 to 19 Dec
Cheers!' Series: "Dream Space" by Creative Group SSAK (Korea)Sha Tin Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 18 to 20 Dec
Hong Kong Artists” Series 2026: “How to Build a ______” by Ching Chu and “Dear,” by Rosalie NgTai Po Civic Centre (Black Box Theatre) · 18 to 20 Dec
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy ExhibitionHong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Gallery) · 18 to 24 DecFree
1 event · 2 gigs
The Moment WE Dance 2026Tai Po Civic Centre (Auditorium) · 19 Dec
2 events · 2 gigs
Cantonese OperaYuen Long Theatre (Auditorium) · 20 Dec
From Pixels to Pitch RBSB 8th Anniversary ConcertSai Wan Ho Civic Centre (Theatre) · 20 Dec
2 events
Cuckoo MountainSha Tin Town Hall (Auditorium) · 22 Dec
Festive Cadenza: Once in a Christmas Dream with Joyce CheungTsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall · 22 to 23 Dec
3 events · 2 gigs
Cantonese OperaKo Shan Theatre (New Wing Auditorium) · 25 DecFree
Dance Showcase 2026, Alice in WonderlandYuen Long Theatre (Auditorium) · 25 Dec
Rainbow Gala HK 34 Creators' MarketLantau (Airport) · AsiaWorld-Expo · 25 to 26 Dec
1 event · 3 gigs
Variety ShowTsuen Wan Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 26 DecFree
1 event · 4 gigs
Welcome to Dance in AttitudeYuen Long Theatre (Auditorium) · 27 Dec
1 event · 1 gig
Hong Kong Ice Hockey Tournament (Men's and Women's U18)Kowloon Bay · MegaIce, MegaBox · 28 to 31 Dec
1 event
New Year Celebration: Amour and AdieuTsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Concert Hall · 29 to 30 Dec
1 event
Cantonese OperaSai Wan Ho Civic Centre (Theatre) · 30 Dec
1 event
Cantonese Operatic Songs ConcertTuen Mun Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 31 DecFree
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Also on dates the organisers post: Hong Kong WinterFest (Mid November to early January), Hong Kong New Year Countdown (31 December).
On for weeks
37 long runs, such as exhibitions and illuminations: on for more than a week, so shown once instead of every day.
Heavenly Horses: Masterpieces from the Palace MuseumWest Kowloon · Hong Kong Palace Museum · 20 Mar 2026 to 17 Mar 2027
Fantastic Breeze: Selected Fans from the Jingguanlou Collection (Phase II)Tsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Museum of Art · 19 Jun to 9 Dec
Mini-figures in Paintings (Phase II)Tsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Museum of Art · 19 Jun to 9 Dec
Wu Guanzhong: Encountering Landscapes (Phase II)Tsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Museum of Art · 19 Jun to 9 Dec
Design Ah! Experience the Wonder of Everyday DesignWest Kowloon · M+ · 27 Jun 2026 to 10 Jan 2027
Anne Imhof: House of SwansCentral · Tai Kwun, JC Contemporary · 25 Sept 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
Family Day at Tai Kwun ContemporaryCentral · Tai Kwun, JC Contemporary · 3 Oct 2026 to 2 Jan 2027
MASSIMODECARLO Gallery: Giorgio GriffaCentral · Tai Kwun · 16 Oct 2026 to 30 Jan 2027Free
Myths and Monsters: The Art of Fantasy in AsiaWest Kowloon · M+ · 17 Oct 2026 to 4 Apr 2027
On Ink and Bamboo: The Hua-e Jiaohui Lou DonationTsim Sha Tsui · Hong Kong Museum of Art · 30 Oct 2026 to 7 Apr 2027
The Shaw Prize 2026 ExhibitionTsim Sha Tsui East · Hong Kong Science Museum · 30 Oct 2026 to 6 Jan 2027Free
Boundless Happiness and Longevity: A Glimpse of Chinese Birthday Celebration from Museum CollectionsSha Tin · Hong Kong Heritage Museum · 7 Nov 2026 to 26 Jul 2027Free
Tai Kwun Movie StepsCentral · Tai Kwun, JC Cube · 7 Nov 2026 to 31 May 2027Free
Miss You Much: Leslie 70th Birthday ExhibitionSha Tin · Hong Kong Heritage Museum · 7 Nov 2026 to 10 May 2027Free
Tai Kwun Neon ConnectionCentral · Tai Kwun · 7 Nov 2026 to 9 Apr 2027Free
World in Harmony: Music without BordersCentral · Tai Kwun, Prison Yard · 12 Nov to 5 Dec
Roving Exhibition of Conservation ExhibitionTuen Mun Town Hall (Exhibition Gallery) · 23 Nov to 3 DecFree
Sheung Wan Civic Centre Venue Partnership Scheme: 1587, A Year of No SignificanceSheung Wan Civic Centre (Theatre) · 27 Nov to 6 Dec
Chilled Steppes of Central AsiaCentral · Tai Kwun, Laundry Steps · 27 Nov to 5 DecFree
ArenA" Original Canto-opera 15th AnniversaryEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Theatre) · 28 Nov to 12 Dec
Ping PongEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Lab) · 28 Nov to 5 Dec
HKJC x Tai Kwun: Simple Gifts of Joy 2026Central · Tai Kwun · 1 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027Free
Lin Tianmiao and Wang Gongxin: Here and ThereWest Kowloon · M+ · 4 Dec 2026 to 9 May 2027
HK Musical Dreams" Theatre ConcertEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Theatre) · 4 to 12 Dec
GS Charity Foundation Presents: Cultural Exchange and Buddhist Art along the Silk RoadsWest Kowloon · Hong Kong Palace Museum · 11 Dec 2026 to 5 May 2027
Circus Plays 2026Central · Tai Kwun · 11 Dec 2026 to 1 Jan 2027Free
MIRROR "12 AS 1" LIVE 2026Lantau (Airport) · AsiaWorld-Expo · 11 to 26 Dec
Unbox EKCC 2026: Research and Development Project: "Don’t stop, catch up, walk onEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Lab) · 11 to 19 Dec
School of Santa Claus by Hong Kong Theatre WorksNorth District Town Hall (Auditorium) · 12 to 20 Dec
Tai Po Public Library: Winter Art Vibes Reading CornerTai Po Civic Centre (Foyer Exhibition Area) · 14 to 29 DecFree
24th Super Kung Sheung Cup International Basketball Invitation ChampionshipWan Chai · Queen Elizabeth Stadium · 14 to 21 Dec
Exhibition on Folk MusicYuen Long Theatre (Exhibition Corner) · 15 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027Free
Exhibition of Hong Kong Visual Arts Education Festival 2026Hong Kong City Hall (Exhibition Hall) · 15 to 23 DecFree
The Ancient Qin and Han Dynasties: The Cornerstone of Civilisation” Roving ExhibitionTsuen Wan Town Hall (Exhibition Gallery) · 16 to 23 DecFree
Tuen Mun Town Hall Venue Partnership Scheme : "Cinderella's Enchanted ChristmasTuen Mun Town Hall (Cultural Activities Hall) · 19 to 27 Dec
Kinky BootsEast Kowloon Cultural Centre (The Hall) · 24 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
Mystery of Chinese Writing” Roving ExhibitionTuen Mun Town Hall (Exhibition Gallery) · 30 Dec 2026 to 12 Jan 2027Free
Planning a trip in December
The calendar above lists 146 events in December 2026, and it's updated every week.
More things to do in Hong Kong in December
Beyond the dated events, here's what the season brings and which guides cover December.
Guides for December
Also worth a look
- 73 gigs are listed for December: See the live music listings
Good to know
What is on in Hong Kong in December 2026?
There are 146 events listed for December 2026 (50 performances, 29 sports events, 27 exhibitions, 18 concerts, 16 activities and classes, 2 festivals, 2 markets, 1 illumination and 1 nightlife event). The big dates are Your Nocturno: Contemporary Flamenco (1 to 2 Dec), 2026 "Tan Dun WE-Festival (2 to 3 Dec), The Journey to Harmony (3 Dec), Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition (4 to 6 Dec), Opera: Puccini’s “La bohème (11 to 13 Dec) and Rainbow Gala HK 34 Creators' Market (25 to 26 Dec). 146 have confirmed dates. Every listing links to the interactive map.
What's on in Hong Kong on New Year's Eve 2026?
For New Year's Eve the listing is New Year Celebration: Amour and Adieu (29 to 30 Dec).
What festivals are on in Hong Kong in December 2026?
The festival listed for December 2026 is HKJC x Tai Kwun: Simple Gifts of Joy 2026 (1 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027). Smaller local festivals are under Around the neighbourhoods, further down the page.
Are there free events in Hong Kong in December 2026?
Yes. 33 of the 146 events listed for December 2026 are free to attend, including MASSIMODECARLO Gallery: Giorgio Griffa (16 Oct 2026 to 30 Jan 2027), Tai Kwun Neon Connection (7 Nov 2026 to 9 Apr 2027) and Tai Kwun Movie Steps (7 Nov 2026 to 31 May 2027).
Is December a good time to visit Hong Kong?
December in Hong Kong. The listings come from the organisers' own pages, and more go in as their dates are confirmed.
How current is this list?
Dated events are checked against the organiser's own page, and finished events drop off the page on their own. Annual events further out carry their usual dates until the official ones are published.
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