Hong Kong Winterfest 2026: Dates, Locations and Things To Do

Running from 18 November to 5 January, Hong Kong WinterFest is bringing Christmas celebrations to three neighbourhoods this year.

Central gets a 22-metre Christmas tree, a festive market and an immersive light show, while Tsim Sha Tsui’s waterfront comes alive with colourful projections. Causeway Bay joins the fun a week later with an elf village, outdoor bar and Christmas workshops.

Whether you’re planning an evening with friends or a family outing with the kids, here’s what’s happening, when to visit and what you can enjoy.

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1. Hong Kong Winter Wonderland Christmas Town — 18 November–5 January

2. Central Christmas Market and Holiday Treasure Market — 18 November–3 January

3. Central Immersive Light Show — 18 November–5 January

4. The Stars of Christmas Concert — 18 November–5 January

5. Hong Kong Space Museum Snow Globe — 18 November–5 January

6. Hong Kong Museum of Art Northern Lights — 18 November–5 January

7. Causeway Bay Elf Village and Light Show — 25 November–3 January

8. Elves’ Night Out Outdoor Bar — 25 November–3 January

9. Causeway Bay Christmas Market and Workshops — From Mid-December

10. Hong Kong New Year Countdown Fireworks — 31 December

11. More Christmas Activities in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Winter Wonderland Christmas Town — 18 November–5 January

Bring the kids to Statue Square to see a 22-metre Christmas tree surrounded by a 12-metre steam train, reindeer and vintage hot-air balloons.

You can explore the Christmas Express Station and Hot Air Balloon Terminal, take family photos among the decorations and look out for Santa at the Christmas Post Office. He’ll make occasional appearances, although there’s no fixed schedule.

Stay until evening to see the tree and installations light up alongside the surrounding buildings.

🕒 When: 18 November 2026–5 January 2027. Opening night: 8pm–11.30pm. Regular hours: weekdays 4pm–11.30pm, weekends 11am–11.30pm. Extended hours on 24–26 December and 31 December–2 January until 1.30am.
📍 Where: North and South Statue Square Gardens, Central (Central MTR Exit K)
🎟️ Tickets: Free admission
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-central.html

Central Christmas Market and Holiday Treasure Market — 18 November–3 January

If you’re looking for Christmas gifts, head to the wooden chalets at Statue Square, where you’ll find festive presents, food and drinks. The Holiday Treasure Market is also worth a look, with nostalgic Christmas collectibles sold to raise money for charity.

You can write postcards and send festive greetings to loved ones at the Christmas Mailing Corner. The stalls close earlier than the surrounding Christmas Town on many dates, so leave enough time to browse before catching the light show.

Central Immersive Light Show — 18 November–5 January

Central’s Christmas light show turns nine landmark buildings into a giant canvas for an eight-part adventure. Follow a steam train travelling through snowy landscapes, a toy world and a candy kingdom, with familiar Hong Kong sights such as the Peak Tram appearing along the way.

The giant Christmas tree and nearby installations change colour with the music, too. You can enjoy the whole experience from Statue Square Gardens, with performances running every half-hour throughout the evening.

🕒 When: 18 November 2026–5 January 2027. Opening night starts at 8pm. Thereafter, shows run every 30 minutes from 7pm–11pm, extended until 1am on 24–26 December and 31 December–2 January.
📍 Where: Statue Square Gardens, Central, with projections across nine surrounding buildings
🎟️ Tickets: Free outdoor viewing
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-central.html

The Stars of Christmas Concert — 18 November–5 January

festive projections on hong kong cultural centre — Festive projections transform the Hong Kong Cultural Centre into a musical spectacle

The Hong Kong Cultural Centre and Clock Tower are turning into a giant musical stage this Christmas. Watch animated penguins and squirrels take turns operating a magical jukebox, playing familiar Christmas tunes reworked into lively pop and swing-jazz tracks.

Colourful projections move across both buildings in time with the music, making this a fun stop to enjoy with the kids. Head to the Cultural Centre’s viewing deck to catch the performance along the waterfront.

🕒 When: 18 November 2026–5 January 2027. Opening night 8.45pm–11pm; regular evenings 7pm–11pm. Extended until 1am on 24–27 December and 1–2 January. Partially suspended 28–30 December; no show on 31 December.
📍 Where: Hong Kong Cultural Centre and Clock Tower, Tsim Sha Tsui. Best viewed from the Cultural Centre viewing deck.
🎟️ Tickets: Free outdoor viewing
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-tsim-sha-tsui.html

Hong Kong Space Museum Snow Globe — 18 November–5 January

The Hong Kong Space Museum’s white dome becomes a giant snow globe, with swirling snowflakes, flying reindeer and a wintry landscape projected across its curved exterior. More than 7,000 illuminated spheres spread across the area in front of the museum, changing colour with the music.

It’s an easy stop to add to a family evening along the waterfront. Take in the display from outside, then walk over to the Museum of Art to see another Christmas light installation.

Hong Kong Museum of Art Northern Lights — 18 November–5 January

You won’t need to travel far to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights this Christmas. The exterior of the Hong Kong Museum of Art will be covered in colourful projections inspired by the aurora, creating a changing display across the building’s façade.

After watching the neighbouring Space Museum snow globe, stroll along the waterfront to enjoy the lights from another angle. You can also continue towards the Cultural Centre to catch its animated Christmas concert during the same evening.

🕒 When: 18 November 2026–5 January 2027. Opening night from 8.45pm; regular hours 7pm–11pm. Extended until 1am on 24–27 December and 1–2 January. Partially suspended 28–30 December; suspended on 31 December.
📍 Where: Exterior of the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront
🎟️ Tickets: Free outdoor viewing
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-tsim-sha-tsui.html

Causeway Bay Elf Village and Light Show — 25 November–3 January

Causeway Bay is getting its own Christmas elf village, spread across the streets around Lee Gardens. Follow six little elves as they prepare gifts in Santa’s workshop, with their story projected onto buildings along Lan Fong Road and Pak Sha Road.

Yun Ping Road and Hysan Avenue will also be decorated with festive lights, giving you plenty of places to take photos. Bring the kids for an evening walk, or explore the displays before grabbing dinner in the neighbourhood.

🕒 When: 25 November 2026–3 January 2027. Light projections from 7pm–10pm.
📍 Where: Lan Fong Road, Pak Sha Road, Yun Ping Road and Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay
🎟️ Tickets: Free outdoor viewing
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-causeway-bay.html

Elves’ Night Out Outdoor Bar — 25 November–3 January

Fancy a drink after exploring the Christmas lights? Head to Elves’ Night Out, a 40-metre outdoor bar set up along Hysan Avenue. You can meet friends for a festive catch-up, enjoy signature drinks and take in the surrounding decorations without leaving Causeway Bay.

The bar opens alongside the elf village in November, well before the Christmas market arrives in December. From 26 November onwards, it starts serving at 5.30pm, making it a convenient stop after work or dinner.

Causeway Bay Christmas Market and Workshops — From Mid-December

There’s more coming to Causeway Bay in December, when the Christmas market and festive workshops open around Lee Gardens. You can browse seasonal stalls and take part in Christmas activities, making it another outing to consider with the kids.

Guided neighbourhood walks and cultural experiences at local upstairs shops are also planned, offering a chance to discover another side of Causeway Bay. Exact market dates, participating vendors and workshop booking details have yet to be announced.

🕒 When: From mid-December 2026.
📍 Where: Lee Gardens area, stretching from Hysan Place on Hennessy Road to Lee Garden Eight on Leighton Road, Causeway Bay
🎟️ Tickets: Market entry arrangements, workshop fees and booking requirements to be announced
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/hong-kong-winterfest/winter-wonderland-in-causeway-bay.html

Hong Kong New Year Countdown Fireworks — 31 December

firework on victoria harbour — Colourful fireworks light up Victoria Harbour as Hong Kong welcomes the New Year (HKTB)

Hong Kong will round off the year with a New Year’s Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour. This year’s celebration is planned on a larger scale, with a theme marking the Hong Kong SAR’s 30th anniversary in 2027. If you’re thinking of spending New Year’s Eve by the harbour, keep an eye out for the official viewing arrangements, which have yet to be announced. The Tsim Sha Tsui WinterFest light shows will pause on 31 December to make way for the countdown celebrations.

🕒 When: 31 December 2026; exact fireworks time to be announced
📍 Where: Victoria Harbour
🎟️ Tickets: Free. Read our guide for the best firework viewing spots
🌐 Website: www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/events/new-year-countdown.html

More Christmas Activities in Hong Kong

Beyond the Christmas attractions, WinterFest also brings Winter Wonder Deals from 18 November to 5 January, with dining and shopping discounts at participating merchants. Eligible Mainland Alipay and selected overseas Alipay+ wallet users can also access additional rewards of up to HK$500 or RMB500, subject to promotional conditions and availability.

And that’s not all happening around Hong Kong this festive season! From shopping for Christmas gifts to exploring more seasonal displays, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Stay tuned as The HK HUB updates its Christmas guides with more events, markets and activities.

Header image credits: Hong Kong Tourism Board

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