Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026
| Venue Name: InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong | |
| Venue Address: 70 Mody Road, East Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong | |
Sat, May 16, 2026 - Sun, May 17, 2026 | |
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
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| tel:+852-2721-5161 | |
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| Event Price: From HK$188 |
Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026 takes place on May 16 and 17, 2026, at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, marking the festival’s eighth edition. Recognized as the city’s largest education‑led whisky event, the festival transforms the hotel across four full floors for two days of tastings, masterclasses, and industry‑led experiences.
The event showcases more than 1,500 rare and premium spirits, alongside over 65 masterclasses led by an international lineup of master distillers, brand founders, and whisky experts. The program is designed to cater to both seasoned collectors and newcomers, offering opportunities to deepen whisky knowledge while sampling exclusive and limited‑edition bottlings.
Distilleries and independent bottlers from across Asia, Europe, and the Americas are represented, extending beyond traditional Scotch and Japanese whiskies. Countries featured include Australia, Canada, South Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, India, China, Ireland, and the United States, alongside producers from France, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, England, and the Netherlands.
Masterclass offerings range from beginner‑level introductions to expert tastings, including vertical tastings, pairing sessions, whisky blending workshops, and curated mystery masterclasses. Select sessions highlight old and rare whiskies, Japanese distilleries, and heritage collections, with classes priced individually.
The festival also features Hong Kong Whisky Festival exclusive bottlings, specialty releases, and access to rare whiskies from past decades. Food offerings are available across three floors, complementing the tasting experience throughout the event. Ticket prices start from HK$188 (1‑day) and HK$258 (2‑day). Ticket inclusions feature a festival whisky glass and lanyard.
Event information edited for consistency and clarity by The Beat Asia.
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| Venue Name: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands | |
| Venue Address: 10 Bayfront Ave, B1-69/70 The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018971 | |
Sat, October 24, 2026 - Sun, October 25, 2026 | |
2:00 PM Onwards | |
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| tel:+6566888826 | |
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| Event Price: From S$68 |
Step into a world of romance, nostalgia, and cinematic elegance with In the Mood for Love in Concert, presented by BASE Entertainment Asia, on Oct. 24-25, 2026, at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands. This extraordinary event brings filmmaker Wong Kar Wai’s celebrated masterpiece to life with a stunning full HD screening accompanied by a live symphony orchestra performing the film’s iconic soundtrack in perfect synchronization.
Originally released in 2000, "In the Mood for Love" tells the poignant story of two neighbors — played by Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Maggie Cheung — who discover that their spouses are having an affair with each other. As they navigate heartbreak and loneliness, their restrained yet deeply emotional connection unfolds in a delicate dance of longing and unspoken affection. The film is renowned for its poetic storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and unforgettable score composed by Shigeru Umebayashi.
The Singapore performances will be conducted by acclaimed local conductor Joshua Tan, adding a powerful live musical dimension to the cinematic experience. With its sweeping melodies and evocative imagery, this concert presentation offers audiences a rare opportunity to rediscover one of the most revered films in Asian cinema.
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