The Hong Kong Cultural Centre and the Clock Tower will share a stage this Christmas when The Stars of Christmas Concert opens on 18 November 2026.
Part of Hong Kong WinterFest’s first Winter Wonderland in Tsim Sha Tsui, the outdoor show turns the two waterfront landmarks into a giant jukebox. The first performance begins at 8:45pm, and the programme continues through 5 January 2027.
What Happens When The Jukebox Starts?
A cast of animated animals takes charge of the evening’s music. Penguins and squirrels take turns choosing songs from the jukebox, and each selection gives a familiar Christmas tune a different sound. Some return as pop dance tracks, while others get a jazz arrangement.
The animation plays across the outside of the Cultural Centre and the neighbouring Clock Tower. The music ties the two buildings together, so what you see on the façades follows what you hear on the waterfront. The jukebox is part of the animation, with the characters themselves choosing what plays next.
Where To Watch In Tsim Sha Tsui
Head to the Hong Kong Cultural Centre viewing deck for the show. The performance takes place outdoors, so the place to aim for is the harbour side of the building. Two more WinterFest displays are nearby if you want to make an evening of it. The Space Museum’s dome will become a snow globe, while the Museum of Art will light up in the colours of the northern lights.
Opening Night And Christmas Viewing Hours
The timetable changes over the holidays, particularly between Christmas and New Year. Here are the dates to keep in mind:
- 18 November: The first performance starts at 8:45pm.
- Most evenings through 5 January: The programme runs from 7pm to 11pm.
- 24–27 December and 1–2 January: Viewing hours extend until 1am.
- 28–30 December: Parts of the waterfront show will pause.
- 31 December: The show takes a night off for Hong Kong’s New Year Countdown.
Images Credit: Hong Kong Tourism Board