CENTRESTAGE 2025

Step into a vibrant exploration of form, color, and imagination at "Kaleidoscope City," on view from Dec. 4, 2025, to Jan. 17, 2026, at Soluna Fine Art in Sheung Wan. This inaugural Hong Kong solo exhibition by the Australian contemporary artist Jasmine Mansbridge presents a dynamic collection of geometric paintings and sculptural installations that reflect the energy and rhythm of the city.

The exhibition features Mansbridge’s signature visual language, with intricate shapes, lines, and bold colors creating immersive compositions that traverse reality and imagination. Alongside her paintings, Thought Catcher, a sculptural installation, engages viewers with their own reflection, inviting contemplation and a personal journey through mirrored spaces. The work encourages visitors to imagine their own utopia while exploring the interplay between inner thought and external environment.

Kaleidoscope City is both a meditation on human connection and an invitation to experience the infinite possibilities of creative expression. The exhibition opening reception takes place on Dec. 4, 2025, from 6 PM to 8 PM, welcoming guests to celebrate the launch of this luminous and multifaceted artistic journey.

Entry to the exhibition is open throughout the display period during gallery hours.

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Discover the future through science, technology, and imagination at The Geneva Public Portal to Anticipation, presented from Dec. 17, 2025, to Jan. 21, 2026, at Qube, PMQ. Brought to Hong Kong by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Hong Kong, in collaboration with the Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA), this free exhibition marks its first Asian stop in a city known for ideas and innovation.

Running daily from 12 PM to 8 PM, the multisensory installation invites visitors to engage with the science shaping the decades ahead. Conceived by the EPFL Laboratory for Experimental Museology (eM+), the experience blends immersive storytelling, generative AI, and insights drawn from more than 2,000 leading scientists worldwide. Each section translates complex concepts into interactive encounters that are accessible, thought-provoking, and visually striking.

From quantum physics and neurotechnology to artificial intelligence and space science, the exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see, touch, and understand emerging fields that will influence global society. Open to all and free of charge, this forward-looking experience encourages curiosity, conversation, and reflection on how science and diplomacy can help anticipate the challenges of tomorrow.

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Celebrate the season by stepping into AIA Carnival 2025–2026, returning to Central Harbourfront Event Space from Dec. 22, 2025, to March 1, 2026, from 11 AM to 11 PM. As Hong Kong’s most anticipated winter tradition, this vibrant carnival invites families, friends, and visitors to immerse themselves in a festive playground filled with excitement, color, and unforgettable moments. Please note the carnival is closed to the public on Jan. 9 and 16, 2026.

Produced by Great China Entertainment Group Limited, this year’s edition turns up the excitement with an expanded lineup of thrilling rides, including headline attractions making their debut in Hong Kong and Asia. Guests can test their luck at brand-new carnival games, discover exclusive toys made especially for the event, and explore whimsical themed areas designed for picture-perfect memories across the grounds.

Beyond rides and games, the carnival delivers entertainment at every corner with live music programming, roving performers, and cultural showcases at the Henderson Land Community Arena. A wide selection of food and beverage stalls offers international flavors, local favorites, and classic carnival snacks, making AIA Carnival 2025–2026 the ultimate destination for winter fun in the city.

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Celebrate daring artistry at Fringe Festival 2026, taking place from Dec. 16, 2025, to Feb. 14, 2026, at The Fringe Club in Hong Kong. Under the theme "Breeding Bold. Breaking Boundaries.", this year’s festival brings together over 300 local and international performers across eight categories, including music, dance, theatre, magic, film, stand-up comedy, family shows, and art-tech. Audiences can explore approximately 100 innovative programmes that blend cross-disciplinary collaboration with artistic experimentation.

The festival spotlights emerging talents alongside celebrated artists such as Simon Yam, pianist Nancy Loo, soprano Yuki Ip, Hong Kong’s first all-female jazz big band B-JAZZ, pop singer Cheronna Ng, and King Maker V finalist Lo Lok. Highlights also include interactive and family-friendly experiences like the Parent-Child Interactive Concert led by music therapist Bettina Wan, and a nature-inspired musical journey by woodwind quintet Piacere Winds. Special workshops combine mindfulness with music, presented in collaboration with the Hong Kong Music Therapy Association.

From contemporary ritual theatre and electronic-acoustic concerts to comedy exploring resilience, each programme pushes creative boundaries. The Fringe Club transforms its historic spaces into a vibrant hub of culture, fostering artistic experimentation, emotional resonance, and international cultural exchange. Tickets for Fringe Festival 2026 are now available for booking online via art-mate.net.

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