What’s On HKG: French GourMay Food & Wine Fest, The Poetry of AI, & More
From forward-looking industry fairs to thought-provoking art installations, Hong Kong’s event calendar brings together innovation, culture, and global exchange. Visitors can explore everything from design-focused exhibitions to large-scale trade gatherings such as the Hong Kong International Licensing Show, creating a citywide experience that blends creativity, storytelling, and professional insight in engaging and unexpected ways.
Hong Kong International Licensing Show & Asian Licensing Conference 2026
Discover HKTDC Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS) and Asian Licensing Conference (ALC) from April 27-29, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM, at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre as the city becomes a hub for global licensing exchange and industry insight.
Expect a dynamic mix of exhibitions and conferences covering global trends, sports licensing, museum IP, virtual entertainment, and more, alongside keynote talks, panels, and The Licensing International Asian Awards 2026 for a comprehensive industry experience. Admission is for trade visitors only.
Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair 2026
Explore Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair 2026 from April 27-30, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM, at AsiaWorld-Expo as it gathers global exhibitors, industry leaders, and buyers for a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge printing and packaging solutions.
Discover innovations in food and beverage packaging, retail displays, green printing, and e-commerce packaging, alongside networking opportunities and concurrent fairs that expand insights across multiple industries. Open to trade visitors aged 18 and above only.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Poetry of AI in Filmmaking
Join MOVIE NIGHT: The Poetry of AI in Filmmaking on April 29, 2026, from 7 PM to 10 PM, at PCW by Preface (Causeway Bay) for an evening exploring AI in cinema.
Expect a curated selection of six AI-generated short films presented by RADII Media in collaboration with OMNI and filmmaker Ai Wan, showcasing new forms of storytelling that blend emotion and machine intelligence. Stay after the screening for a panel discussion and natural wine by Purple Rain. Pre-registration is available via Luma.
French GourMay Food & Wine Festival 2026
Join French GourMay Food & Wine Festival 2026 on May 1-31, 2026, across various venues in Hong Kong for a month-long celebration of alpine wines and cuisine.
Spotlighting Savoie from the French Alps, expect fresh high-altitude whites, curated menus, and tasting experiences across 150 participating restaurants, retailers, and learning centers. Highlights include the French GourMay Market at Central Market and Food Parc, with live cooking, guided tastings, and workshops exploring regional grapes and food culture.
Meet Mona Lisa & Portraying the Renaissance
Don't miss Meet Mona Lisa & Portraying the Renaissance from May 1 to July 27, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM, at Hong Kong Heritage Museum for an immersive journey into Renaissance art blending history and innovation.
Presented by French May Arts Festival and Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), expect a Meet Mona Lisa immersive experience with the Louvre and Grand Palais Immersif, plus curated Renaissance artworks from French and Italian institutions exploring Leonardo da Vinci’s legacy and European artistic revolution. Free admission!
Oi! Spotlight — Jeremy’s Bathhouse
Step into Oi! Spotlight — Jeremy’s Bathhouse from now until Aug. 30, 2026, from 10 AM, at Oi! Glassie for an immersive exhibition transforming the gallery into a conceptual bathhouse by Chan Wai-lap.
Expect a sensory installation inspired by global bathing cultures, reimagining them through a contemporary Hong Kong lens. The show explores identity, memory, and self-discovery while blending public and private space through art. Free admission invites all visitors to experience this reflective journey.
The Cha Chaan Teng Codex — Tales of Invisible Designs
Explore The Cha Chaan Teng Codex — Tales of Invisible Designs from now until July 31, 2026, from 12 PM to 8 PM, at GATE33 Gallery, AIRSIDE for an immersive dive into Hong Kong’s iconic cha chaan teng culture through design, history, and storytelling.
Expect a recreated Hoi On Coffee Shop, a life-size beverage station, and interactive waiter experiences that reveal the rhythm behind fast-paced service. Tickets are HK$20 with free entry for children aged three and under.
Mega Ice Hockey 5’s 2026
Catch the 2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5’s from now until May 9, 2026, from 8 AM, at Mega Ice for Asia’s massive 16-day ice hockey showdown featuring teams worldwide in a fast-paced 5-on-5 format across youth and adult divisions.
Spectators can enjoy back-to-back matches throughout the day, with free admission, as youth divisions run from April 23 to May 2, and adult divisions from May 4 to May 9, making it a key sporting highlight in Hong Kong.
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