Clockenflap returns to the Central Harbourfront from December 5–7, 2025 with one of its strongest editions yet. As Hong Kong’s biggest music and arts festival, the three-day event brings global headliners, rising J-pop stars, regional favourites and local talent to multiple outdoor stages by the harbour. Festival-goers can also explore immersive art, performances, food stalls and new large-scale experiences like Minimax. Find out everything you need to know about the artist line-up, the stage set-up, and ticketing for the 852’s most happening outdoor music and arts fest.
What is Clockenflap?
Clockenflap is Hong Kong’s biggest music and arts festival, first held in 2008 at West Kowloon before moving to the Central Harbourfront in 2016. Known for its eclectic mix of genres, the festival showcases international, regional and local acts, particularly a growing lineup of J-pop artists. On top of music, it features eye-popping art installations, activities and a rich cultural atmosphere.
When is Clockenflap in 2025?
This year, Clockenflap will take place from December 5 to 7, 2025 at the Central Harbourfront Event Space. The festival opens Friday from 5pm to 10:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 10:30pm. Across the three days, you can enjoy full afternoons and evenings of live music, art, food and festival activities by the harbour.
Which artists will play at Clockenflap?
Clockenflap 2025 delivers one of its strongest full line-ups yet, headlined by British indie-rockers Bloc Party on Saturday and Irish-English shoegaze pioneers My Bloody Valentine on Sunday, both making their long-awaited Hong Kong debuts. The festival also welcomes rising J-pop stars ANO and Kento Nakajima, global favourites such as J-pop phenomenon Vaundy, Scottish indie rockers Franz Ferdinand, Indonesian rapper Rich Brian, British multi-instrumentalist Jacob Collier and American singer-songwriter Beth Gibbons. Local highlights include Panther Chan, Jace and Moon Tang, together with Wendy Wander and several special Hong Kong crossover performances.
| Friday, December 5 | Saturday, December 6 | Sunday, December 7 |
| Vaundy | Bloc Party | My Bloody Valentine |
| Jacob Collier | Rich Brian | Franz Ferdinand |
| SPARKS | Beth Gibbons | Yoga Lin |
| Panther Chan | ANO | Ellegarden |
| Passenger | L’Impératrice | TV Girl |
| Moon Tang | Chilli Beans. | Jeremy Zucker |
| Wendy Wander | Rikon / 離婚伝説 | Godspeed You! Black Emperor |
| Digitalism | Kento Nakajima | Bright Eyes |
| Azabu Punks | Phum Viphurit | Jace |
| 關勁松的 ASTROLOGY | Soccer Mommy | Special Request |
| Electric Apple | Akasaki | Marcin |
| Hugo Belloy | Dave Clarke | Misi Ke |
| Andy-S & The Heman | Bolis Pupul | Riria |
| golow | JFFT x Billy Choi x Ki Chan | M4GANG with special guest FAMA |
| MVSX | Robot Swing | Andr |
| Ocular Music | Lai Ying x Fountain de Chopin | JUD |
| Before The Night Ends | RSD | |
| Yrock | Puuluup | |
| 0159 | Ultra Lounge – DJ Kulu Tribute | |
| Umami Takeover | Eric’s Weekend | |
| Katagyal | Mean Gurls Club | |
| Distrikt (Faxtory, Jordy Lee, Scott B) | Wendy Wenn | |
| A-Marc | Vence | |
| Pixz | Elektro Müll | |
| Doppelgänger | Neneneko | |
| Pysca |
What are the stages at Clockenflap?
Clockenflap features multiple stages across the Central Harbourfront Event Space, with the Harbourflap Stage serving as the festival’s main outdoor stage every year. This is where the biggest international acts traditionally perform and where headline sets take place.
Last year, the festival hosted six stages, including Hang Seng Stage for global genres, Park Stage by Martell for emerging artists, Electriq for electronic music, Robot Stage for family-friendly day programmes and DJ crews at night, and Topper for eclectic world sounds. The full list of stages for Clockenflap 2025 will be announced closer to the event.
How much are Clockenflap tickets?
General tickets are now on sale, with options available for adults and visitors under 18. Tickets can be purchased on Ticketflap and are priced as follows:
- 3-Day Weekend: HK$1,990 (adults), HK$1,590 (Under 18)
- Friday Single Day: HK$1,280 (adults), HK$880 (Under 18)
- Saturday Single Day: HK$1,280 (adults), HK$880 (Under 18)
- Sunday Single Day: HK$1,280 (adults), HK$880 (Under 18)
Children aged under 3 can enter the festival for free and do not need a ticket. Anyone aged under 16 must attend with a guardian aged 18 or above. Each general admission ticket also allows entry for up to two children under 3 at no extra cost.
What are the other attractions at Clockenflap?
Clockenflap 2025 introduces Minimax: The Planets, an ambitious theatrical experience that blends performance, music, movement, and visual art. Created by Jay Hofmann-Forster and designer Obie Chan, the production reimagines Holst’s The Planets as a living performance unfolding across the festival grounds. Rolling set pieces, live musicians, dancers, and community performers turn transitional spaces into immersive encounters. Directed by Benjamin Smith, the show features a diverse mix of Hong Kong talent, from jazz ensembles and a community choir to street dancers and circus artists, creating a dynamic piece that celebrates creativity, mythology, and collective storytelling.
For food and drinks, Clockenflap has yet to confirm the full list of vendors. At the moment, festival-goers can expect bites from the TamJai family (including TamJai SamGor), as well as drinks and dining from Carlsberg, Mandarin Oriental, and The Park Lane. More experiences and activations will be announced closer to the event.
How do I get to Clockenflap?
- MTR: Head to the Hong Kong Station (Exit A2) or Central Station (Exit A), walk towards the Central Star Ferry Pier, and follow the promenade around the harbour to reach the festival entrance beyond the Hong Kong Observation Wheel.
- Ferry: Board a ferry to any of Central Ferry Piers (No.s 2-7). Walk to the entrance, keeping Pier 10 on your left.
- Taxi: Alight at the Star Ferry taxi drop-off point and walk straight ahead for 2-4 minutes to reach the gates.
- Bus: Take a bus to the Central Ferry Piers and walk towards the entrance by way of the observation wheel.
- Car: There is no parking at the venue, but you can park your car at IFC, which is the closest parking lot.
| EVENT | Clockenflap |
| VENUE | Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central |
| DATES | December 5-7, 2025 |
| WEBSITE | www.clockenflap.com |
Image credits: Clockenflap
