Let us inspire you with our weekly pick of best events and things to do in Hong Kong. Whether you’re looking for something to do this weekend or during the month, we might have great ideas for you. From exhbitions to special events happening in Hong Kong, we surely have something that will suit you.
Events in Hong Kong This June
Black & White 85th Anniversary Journey — June 2–15
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, Black & White invites Hong Kongers to embark on a sea‑to‑land journey featuring a limited‑time cruise aboard the iconic junk Aqualuna, complete with brand‑themed decor and classic condensed milk tea served on Victoria Harbour. Onshore at K11 Musea, five interactive stations include a 360° Victoria Harbour photo op, a 3D milk‑tea mixing gallery, a Hong Kong‑style story corridor tracing the brand’s history since 1941, a time‑travel photo booth, and a collectibles store selling 85th‑anniversary limited editions.
When: June 2–15, 2026 (Aqualuna cruise: June 2–15; Onshore experience: June 2–14, 10am to 9pm)
Where: Aqualuna and Underground Waterfront Promenade, K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Aqualuna cruise requires advance tickets via the Aqualuna website; onshore experience is free admission
M+ at Night: Poetic Pulse — June 5
M+ at Night: Poetic Pulse transforms the museum into a nocturnal party where poetry, dance and music intersect, inspired by the new Dial‑A‑Poem Hong Kong exhibition and poet John Giorno’s Dial‑A‑Poem concept. Guests enjoy after‑hours access to the Level 2 galleries, sip wine, meet new people and experience live jazz, dance beats and performances by Fountain de Chopin and That’s My Shhh, plus interactive poetry writing and pop‑up chats with the M+ team.
When: June 5, 2026
Where: M+, Museum Drive, West Kowloon
Tickets: From HK$320. Early bird and student discounts available. Buy via the M+ website
Got Balls: Summer of 69 — June 6
Got Balls returns with its wildly popular twist on bingo, transforming the night into a high-energy party filled with surprise performances, live singers, crowd sing-alongs, and outrageous prizes. The Summer of 69 edition turns Hong Kong Football Club into a psychedelic summer playground with three rounds of chaotic fun, themed dress-up, and non-stop dancing.
Your ticket includes three hours of free-flowing Prosecco, spirits, beer, seltzers, and soft drinks. Expect the loudest and wildest show yet!
When: June 6, 2026
Where: 1/F Arena, Hong Kong Football Club, 3 Sports Road, Happy Valley
Tickets: From HK$648. Buy tickets via Zicket
Sip & Spin Vol 2 (Hip Hop Edition) — June 6
Sip & Spin returns with its second edition, transforming Sculpture Park into a red-hot afternoon dance party. Enjoy signature cocktails from Asia’s top bars paired with high-energy Hip Hop sets by KIARA (Singapore), Drako (Korea), Shockko (Bangkok), and a special 40-minute MPC live set by Ochunism (Japan). Expect vibrant vibes, stunning harbour views, and a lively dance floor atmosphere.
When: June 6, 2026
Where: Sculpture Park, 6/F, K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From HK$358. Limited pre-sale tickets via Riffs Pass
Paradis Latin: Mon Premier Cabaret — June 6–7
Paradis Latin’s Mon Premier Cabaret brings the vibrant spirit of Paris’ oldest cabaret venue to Hong Kong as part of the WestK Cabaret Festival. Directed by French choreographer Kamel Ouali, this flamboyant, revue‑style show stars 18 performers in a whirlwind of dance, song, theatrical illusions and comedy. The immersive, family‑friendly production invites audiences of all ages into a colourful world of superheroes, reimagined fairytale characters and spectacular musical dance numbers set to worldwide hits.
When: June 6-7, 2026
Where: Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: HK$380–HK$580. Visit the WestK website for programme info and ticketing
Budweiser FIFA World Cup 40‑Year Celebration Carnival — June 9–16
Budweiser celebrates 40 years as the Official Beer of the FIFA World Cup with a pop‑up carnival on the Avenue of Stars, inviting fans to soak up the World Cup spirit ahead of the 2026 finals. The event features gigantic photo spots, speed and football‑skill challenges to win limited‑edition merchandise, and tastings of Budweiser’s crisp American‑style lager. Global ambassadors Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi lead the “Let It Pour” campaign, bringing extra excitement to this waterfront celebration.
When: June 9–16, 2026
Where: Salisbury Garden Central Lawn, Avenue of Stars, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the Budweiser website for more details
FIFA World Cup — June 11-July 19
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States, with 48 teams competing in the expanded tournament. It is the first men’s World Cup to be staged across three countries, and the competition will run from 11 June to 19 July. In Hong Kong, fans can watch all 104 matches live on Now TV in 4K, while selected free-to-air matches will be shown on ViuTV. For a more social atmosphere, sports bars and pubs across Hong Kong will also screen major games.
When: June 11–July 19, 2026
Where: Hong Kong fans can watch the matches live on Now TV or ViuTV, or visit sports bars and pubs across the city for major games.
A State of Trance — June 12
A State of Trance is coming to Hong Kong to celebrate its 25th anniversary with a special one-night event at AsiaWorld-Expo. Led by Armin van Buuren, this marks the first time the global dance music brand brings its anniversary edition to East Asia. While they’re yet to announce the line-up, fans can expect one of the biggest electronic music experiences of the year filled with trance and progressive sounds!
When: June 12, 2026, 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM
Where: Hall 3, AsiaWorld-Expo, Chap Lap Kok
Tickets: From HK$680 (All Standing). Visit the website for more information and buy tickets on KKTIX
Illuminations at The Peak — June 13-June 6, 2027
HSBC Life Illuminations at The Peak debuts as Hong Kong’s highest light-and-sound spectacle, transforming The Peak into an immersive evening experience. Inspired by Hong Kong’s heritage and city landmarks, the show combines festive visuals, dazzling projections and music, with The Peak Tower reimagined as the character Peakie alongside HSBC’s iconic lions Stephen and Stitt. Visitors can catch the free nightly show at Peak Road Garden outside The Peak Tower, where each session runs for around 10 minutes and begins every hour from 7pm to 9pm.
When: June 13, 2026 to June 6, 2027, 7pm–9pm daily
Where: The Peak Tower, Victoria Peak
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the official website for updates
PMQ Play Stuff Fest 2026 — June 19-21
PMQ Play Stuff Fest 2026 runs from 19 to 21 June at PMQ’s Courtyard and Marketplace on G/F, with selected programmes in designated venues. The event is presented as “TOY GUYS,” featuring over 40 toy brands, exclusive collectibles, sharing sessions, and hands-on workshops for toy lovers and kidults.
When: June 19–21, 2026
Where: Courtyard & Marketplace, G/F, PMQ, Central, Hong Kong
Tickets: HK$20 for adult day tickets; children 12 and under enter free with valid ID. Workshops are excluded. Visit the official website for more info
Dragon Boat Festival — June 19
The Dragon Boat Festival, or Tuen Ng, falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month to ward off evil spirits and negative energy. On June 19, a public holiday in Hong Kong, major dragon boat races will be held in Stanley, Tai O, and Aberdeen, while locals indulge in zongzi, delicious glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves.
When: June 19, 2026
Hong Kong Lotus Festival — June 20–July 2
The Hong Kong Lotus Festival returns to Po Lin Monastery, showcasing thousands of lotuses and water lilies across hundreds of varieties. This year’s programme features flower arrangement exhibitions, workshops, Zen meditation sessions and tea ceremony classes, inviting visitors to enjoy a soul‑soothing summer experience amid Ngong Ping’s peaceful surroundings. The festival is free to attend and open to all ages, making it an ideal outing for families, meditation practitioners and plant lovers.
When: June 20–July 2, 2026, 9am to 5pm daily
Where: Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping, Lantau Island
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the Po Lin Monastery website for more details
Father’s Day — June 21
Father’s Day in Hong Kong is widely celebrated on the third Sunday of June, and this year it falls on June 21. Families usually honour dads by dining together at restaurants, with many choosing Chinese, Western or casual eateries for a relaxed meal. For football‑loving fathers, this year is especially exciting as the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off just days earlier in June, making it a perfect occasion to watch matches together either at home or at sports‑focused pubs.
When: June 21, 2026
Good Music This Lunch — June 24
Hong Kong Sinfonietta’s popular free lunchtime concert series returns for the 2026/2027 season. The June programme features a delightful mix of chamber works including Cambini’s Trio in G minor, Mendelssohn’s String Quartet No. 1, Andrew Norman’s Gran Turismo, and Eric Ewazen’s Frost Fire. Performed by talented musicians from the orchestra and guest artists, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy outstanding classical music during a refreshing lunch break.
When: June 24, 2026
Where: Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall, Central
Tickets: Free admission (no registration required; collect tickets on-site). Visit the official website for more details
When Work Is Not Working — June 24
Tongle HK hosts a free facilitated conversation on workplace burnout, psychological safety and sustainable performance for Hong Kong professionals. The session explores what happens when high performance stops feeling meaningful, and how individuals and workplaces can build healthier, more sustainable ways of working. Taking place at Cyberport, the event is especially relevant for anyone navigating stress, pressure or changing expectations at work.
When: June 24, 2026
Where: Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Pokfulam
Tickets: Free admission; registration required via tonglehk.com/event-registration
LammaPalooza 2026 — June 27
LammaPalooza 2026, the island beach party at Hung Shing Yeh Beach, features an all‑day beachside BBQ, free beach chairs and loungers, and daylight music from afternoon until sunset. Described as a party rather than a rave, the event focuses on good music, beach lounging and Lamma’s shoreline. Early Bird tickets, Squad Packs and food & drink token bundles are available for a limited time.
When: June 27, 2026
Where: Hung Shing Yeh Beach, Lamma Island, Hong Kong
Tickets: From HK$220 (Single GA with 1 drink). Visit Instagram for more details and buy via Eventbrite
Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races — June 27-28
Celebrate a historic milestone at the 2026 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, marking the 50th anniversary of this iconic sporting event. Victoria Harbour comes alive once again as elite athletes compete in adrenaline-pumping races, including the 50th Anniversary Championship and the fan-favorite Fancy Dress Competition. Join the golden anniversary festivities at the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade to experience the electrifying energy of this time-honoured tradition, featuring a full lineup of international grand championships and vibrant celebrations along the Kowloon waterfront.
When: June 27-28, 2026
Where: Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade
Tickets: Free for spectators. Visit the website for more information
Bubble Planet Hong Kong — June 29 onwards
After captivating over five million visitors worldwide, Bubble Planet Experience makes its highly anticipated Hong Kong debut at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. This immersive sensory adventure takes visitors through eleven themed rooms across 27,000 sqft., featuring giant inflatables, mirror illusions, VR journeys, a Bubble Ocean, and fantastical bubble-filled landscapes. Combining technology, creativity, and wonder, the experience offers a playful, photogenic escape suitable for all ages, families, and groups.
When: June 29, 2026 onwards
Where: Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, Baggage Hall A, Ground Floor, 33 Shing Fung Road, Kai Tak
Tickets: From HK$210 (adult) and HK$170 (child). Concession tickets available. Buy tickets on the official website
Chinese Culture Festival 2026 — June-September
Chinese Culture Festival 2026 runs from June to September across Hong Kong, with 55 events. The programme explores Chinese legends, with Sui–Tang culture and Luoyang in focus. Highlights include Lady White Snake, Zhong Kui the Ghosteater, Harmony in Eternal Melody and Acrobatic Spectacle of Ancient Tang. Expect performances, film screenings, talks and exhibitions at major venues across the city weekly.
When: June to September
Where: Across Hong Kong (multiple venues citywide)
Tickets: Available via URBTIX for paid events as some events are free
Website: www.ccf.gov.hk
Ongoing Events in Hong Kong
WestK Cabaret Festival — Until June 7
The inaugural WestK Cabaret Festival brings a variety of music, dance, comedy, and storytelling shows to the Xiqu Centre. This week-long programme features a stellar line-up of international icons from Broadway, the West End, and Paris, alongside a host of talented artists from the Asia-Pacific region. Highlights include a performance by Broadway legend Patti LuPone and Alex Lam’s futuristic 3026: A Cantopop Odyssey, offering an interactive deep dive into the world of contemporary cabaret.
When: May 30 – June 7, 2026
Where: Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District
Tickets: HK$240–HK$880. Visit the full programme on the official website and buy tickets via Cityline and Art-mate
CR7 LIFE Museum Hong Kong — Until June 7
Opening July 7, Asia’s first CR7 LIFE Museum will arrive at K11 MUSEA. Celebrating football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, the 12,000 square feet exhibition pay tribute to his extraordinary careers, with major trophies, rare memorabilia, and interactive displays like a UR CR7 YouTube studio replica. While we are waiting for the confirmation of the celebrity guest list at the grand opening, you can now buy tickets and get merchandise perks. Before the museum opening, you can visit the CR7 LIFE Flagship Store at Times Square for exclusive memorabilia from June 7.
When: Until June 2026
Where: 6F, K11 MUSEA, K11 Art & Cultural Centre Kunsthalle, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From HK$180. Visit Klook.com.
Padel Central — Until June 24
UBS Presents Padel Central returns to Central Harbourfront, bringing padel courts, live DJs, food, drinks and post-match hangouts to AIA Vitality Park. The event features Social Serve, a relaxed open-format tournament where players of all levels rotate through short rallies. A giveaway will also award one free off-peak court session to the most-liked comment on Padel Central’s Instagram or Facebook.
When: May 15 to June 14, 2026
Where: AIA Vitality Park, Central Harbourfront
Tickets: From HK$175 on www.eventbrite.hk
French May Arts Festival — Until June 30
Now in its 33rd edition, French May Arts Festival 2026 unfolds under the theme Re/naissance, suggesting a fresh dawn for culture in Hong Kong. The programme brings together major highlights such as the DJ Snake live show on the Central harbourfront, the immersive exhibition Meet Mona Lisa & Portraying the Renaissance at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, the aerial‑circus spectacle VOÛTE at Tai Kwun, and French GourMay, a series of food and wine experiences celebrating French gastronomy.
When: May 1-June 30, 2026
Where: Various venues across Hong Kong
Tickets: Visit the website for full programmes and ticketing info
Blooming: The Art of Gardens in East and West — Until July 29
The exhibition Blooming: The Art of Gardens in East and West opens on 24 April at the Hong Kong Museum of Art and continues until 29 July. The free exhibition features 106 paintings and artefacts from the Palace Museum in Beijing, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Palace of Versailles, and the Hong Kong Museum of Art, including two masterpieces by Claude Monet – Water Lilies (1906) and Water Lily Pond (1900).
The display examines garden culture in both Chinese and Western traditions, including grand imperial gardens of Emperor Qianlong and King Louis XIV, as well as artistic representations by masters such as Zhang Daqian and Wen Zhengming.
When: April 24-July 29, 2026
Where: Hong Kong Museum of Arts, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the website for details and ticketing
James Turrell: Lifting the Veil — Until August 1
American artist James Turrell, renowned for his groundbreaking work with light and perception, brings ‘Lifting the Veil’ exhibition to Gagosian Hong Kong art gallery.
Expect a mesmerising experience featuring glowing Glassworks, floating holograms, prints, and models of his iconic Skyspaces and Roden Crater. Step into chambers of slowly shifting colours and discover how light transforms space, heightens the senses, and invites deep contemplation.
When: May 28-August 1, 2026
Where: 7/F Pedder Building, 12 Pedder Street, Central
Tickets: Free admission. Visit the website for details and ticketing
Lee Bul: From 1998 to Now — Until August 9
Lee Bul: From 1998 to Now offers a focused look at one of Asia’s most influential contemporary artists, bringing together significant sculptures, installations, and works on paper from across her career. At M+, the exhibition unfolds in three parts: an open landscape of architectural forms from Mon grand récit, a section devoted to the gender‑conscious Cyborg and Anagram series, and an intimate studio‑style arrangement of sketches and models. The show invites visitors to explore how Lee Bul interrogates modernist utopias, technology, and the body while on view in the West Gallery, L2, until 9 August 2026.
When: Until August 9, 2026
Where: West Gallery, L2, M+ Museum, West Kowloon
Tickets: From HK$190. Buy tickets on Klook.
Dial-A-Poem Hong Kong — Until August 30
Initiated by American poet John Giorno in 1969, Dial-A-Poem arrives at M+ to bring the spoken word into everyday life. This immersive installation features a series of telephone sculptures in the Focus Gallery, allowing visitors to listen to randomly selected readings by thirty local poets and musicians in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.
For the occasion, Hongkongers can also call +852 3009-9386 to hear the same newly recorded poems remotely, presented in their original languages by the participating local poets and musicians. The works highlight the sounds and rhythms of Hong Kong’s landscape, inviting audiences to experience poetry as it was intended: to be heard, not merely read.
When: Now until August 30, 2026
Where: Focus Gallery, L2, M+, West Kowloon
Tickets: Various ticket options are available for M+. Visit www.mplus.org.hk for more information.
Upcoming Events in Hong Kong — Save the Dates
Jesus Christ Superstar Musical — July 8-August 1
The Olivier Award‑winning rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR arrives in Hong Kong this July, bringing the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production to the Hong Kong Cultural Centre from 8 July to 1 August.
With music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the show reimagines the final weeks in Jesus’s life through a bold fusion of rock, opera, and soul, featuring classics such as I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Gethsemane, and Superstar. Led by director Timothy Sheader and choreographer Drew McOnie, it promises a visually striking and emotionally powerful theatrical experience.
When: July 8-August 1, 2026
Where: Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: From HK$588. Visit the website for more information and buy tickets on URBTIX
LKF World Cup Street Party — July 18–19
Lan Kwai Fong closes out the FIFA World Cup season with a grand finale street party in Central, turning the district into an open-air celebration on 18 and 19 July. Expect giant screens, live music, street games, cold drinks and a packed crowd following every kick, save and goal. As part of the wider Now TV @ Lan Kwai Fong FIFA World Cup Mania, it offers one of Hong Kong’s most energetic places to watch the tournament.
When: July 18–19, 2026
Where: Lan Kwai Fong, Central
Tickets: Free admission; check the official website for updates
Hong Kong Football Festival 2026 — July 31-August 5
The Hong Kong Football Festival 2026 brings a blockbuster summer of football to Kai Tak Stadium, with four European giants — Manchester City, Inter Milan, Chelsea and Juventus — headlining two exhibition matches. Alongside the matches, fans can also watch open training sessions before the games, making this a rare chance to see world-class teams up close in Hong Kong.
When: July 31-August 5, 2026
Where: Kai Tak Stadium, Kai Tak
Tickets: HK$299–HK$2,999. Buy tickets via HK Ticketing
Audi Football Summit 2026 — August 7
FC Bayern Munich will face Aston Villa at Kai Tak Stadium this summer as Audi Football Summit 2026 comes to Hong Kong. The one-off pre-season match marks Bayern’s first return to the city in 20 years and the first time the two clubs will meet here. Staged at Kai Tak Sports Park, the fixture will give local fans a chance to watch top European football at the city’s new flagship venue.
When: August 7, 2026
Where: Kai Tak Stadium, Kai Tak Sports Park
Tickets: To be announced. Visit the website for more details
Looking for more things to do in the city, have a look at the following guides:
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- The best things to do at night in Hong Kong
- The best tourist attractions in Hong Kong
- The best events for families and kids activities in Hong Kong
- The most beautiful places to visit in Hong Kong
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