December 2025 Hong Kong Activities | Events, Exhibitions & Things to Do

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The Hong Kong Palace Museum presents the largest, most comprehensive, and longest-running display of ancient Egyptian treasures in Hong Kong. This landmark exhibition features 250 precious artefacts from seven major Egyptian museums and the Saqqara archaeological site, organized in collaboration with the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt. The exhibition traces 5,000 years of ancient Egyptian civilization through four thematic sections: 'The Land of Pharaohs', 'The World of Tutankhamun', 'The Secrets of Saqqara', and 'Ancient Egypt and the World'. Highlights include colossal statues of Akhenaten and Tutankhamun, gold ornaments, large-scale coffins, animal mummies, and latest archaeological discoveries. All artefacts are displayed in Hong Kong for the first time, with many exhibited outside Egypt for the first time.

The first and exclusive CR7 LIFE Museum in Asia, showcasing Cristiano Ronaldo's journey, career, and life through an exclusive view with stories never told before. This unique experience offers visitors an intimate look into the world of one of football's greatest legends, featuring personal memorabilia, interactive displays, and immersive exhibits.

From September 1, 2025 to May 30, 2026, Tai Kwun presents the Fong Hung Music Gathering at the Laundry Steps. Tai Kwun, as a vibrant and community-gathering space, is committed to building a cultural platform that embraces creativity, diversity, and community connection. By providing a stage for emerging and independent creators, it promotes innovative storytelling and artistic expression, echoing the evolution of the city's cultural context. "Tai Kwun Stone Steps Cinema" and "Fong Hung Music Gathering" provide important exhibition and performance spaces for independent films and small-scale music productions, giving them opportunities for display and exchange. Entering the 25/26 season, this dual series will debut with a new curatorial direction and lineup, allowing different categories of film screenings and live performances to flourish and resonate together. Since 2021, "Fong Hung Music Gathering" has realized its artistic vision by creating an intimate stage presenting live performances of different styles from classical, jazz, pop to world music. The program is curated by independent musicians and producers, encouraging them to present the diverse landscape of Hong Kong's music industry from unique perspectives. Starting September 2025, the program will expand to cover broader musical territories including indie music, jazz, musical theatre, folk, and ambient music. Musicians will also share personal insights beyond performances, allowing audiences to genuinely experience the evolution of different musical styles. The season will kick off on September 5-7, 2025 with "Sound the Future," curated by veteran curator and producer Lung Chik Chi, showcasing Hong Kong's vibrant independent music scene. The program gathers indie singer-songwriters and bands of diverse styles, with performances by OJ Reambillo, ROSEMANCES, Joya, CHANCHARLIE, and Wing It Dawn. Opening Hours: Daily

This Christmas, GATE33 Gallery joins hands with Hong Kong-based non-profit ALAN (ARTISTS who LOVE ANIMALS & NATURE) to present a multimedia exhibition exploring coexistence of humanity and nature in our shared urban habitats through artists' works from Hong Kong, Japan, and Italy. The engaging and playful interactive art experience invites visitors to navigate the urban environment through the eyes of wildlife—encouraging empathy, respect for other species, and a renewed awareness of balance and harmony within our shared world. Featuring 10 international artist collectives, the exhibition includes interactive installations such as 'My Tail Generator' by Sino Inc. from Japan, 'RGB Landscape' by Carnovsky from Italy, and works by Hong Kong artists exploring urban wildlife coexistence. Admission is free, with weekend and holiday docent tours available.

The Repulse Bay Arcade presents 'Eileen Chang's Repulse Bay: Love, Fragility and Beauty' exhibition, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the renowned Chinese writer's passing. The exhibition explores the deep connection between this literary giant and the iconic Repulse Bay Hotel. Running from October 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026, the exhibition invites visitors to journey through the history of the Repulse Bay Hotel and Eileen Chang's literary brilliance, discovering how the hotel became a source of inspiration for this legendary Chinese literary figure and influenced her creative work during times of change. The exhibition features precious artifacts including the hotel's 1941 menu, historical photographs, and previously unreleased materials that witness the glorious history of the Repulse Bay Hotel. Additionally, the exhibition specially displays reproductions of Eileen Chang's manuscripts and letters generously loaned by Hong Kong Metropolitan University, allowing visitors to glimpse into Eileen Chang's inner world and understand how the Repulse Bay Hotel nurtured her exploration of desire and pursuit of beauty in a fleeting world.

Hong Kong's beloved winter tradition returns with thrilling rides, exciting games, and tasty treats! The AIA Carnival is coming back to the Central Harbourfront with new adventures and old favourites. This year features an adrenaline-pumping line-up of thrill rides, family favourites and kid-friendly rides, including headline rides making their debut in Hong Kong and even Asia for the very first time. The Carnival showcases a fresh range of toys, some made exclusively for the event, including many popular characters, plus three brand-new carnival games. Expanded food and beverage offerings serve up a wide array of international flavours, local favourites, and classic carnival snacks. Entertainment includes music programming every weekend, roving entertainers, and performances at the Henderson Land Community Arena celebrating the city's rich creative spirit. The fan-favourite Blue Girl Dai Pai Dong returns with a refreshed lineup from lively Canto-disco parties to label showcases spotlighting emerging local artists. Discover whimsical and eye-catching themed areas with Instagram-worthy installations perfect for photos. Special offers available for students with valid ID (free weekday admission except Jan 9 & 16) and seniors aged 60+ (buy-one-get-one-free circus tickets on weekdays).

The Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) was a Manchu-ruled regime whose military foundation was built upon rigorous military organization, excellent military technology, and a unique martial spirit. The Forbidden City, as the political and military center, carries over 200 years of Qing Dynasty military memory, fully reflecting the Manchu inheritance of martial traditions, absorption and innovation of military technology, and the cultural approach to creating ritual systems. It is a rich treasury of traditional military culture. The exhibition displays approximately 190 Qing Dynasty imperial military artifacts from the Palace Museum collection, including helmets, bows and arrows, swords, horse equipment, paintings, textiles, books, and scientific instruments among many categories of rich artifacts. The exhibition is divided into six units: 'Rise of the Eight Banners', 'Swords of the Realm', 'Archery and Firearms', 'Military Drills and Ceremonies', 'History Through Images', and 'Coastal Defense'. Through rich artifacts and diverse perspectives, it presents the development of Qing Dynasty military organization, technology, and art, enhancing the audience's understanding of Qing Dynasty military culture. The exhibition is jointly organized by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Palace Museum to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Palace Museum. The exhibition is exclusively sponsored by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.