May 2026 Hong Kong Activities | Events, Exhibitions & Things to Do
May in Hong Kong offers a blend of outdoor fun, arts and late-spring happenings. Find exhibitions, markets, concerts and workshops to suit your plans. Below you’ll find a mix of events that are on for the month only, also running in May, or ongoing—so you can plan weekends, weeknights and day trips without missing out. Browse the list for dates and details and lock in your favourites.
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The Journey of Light and Shadow at Yau Ma Tei Police Station
Join the captivating "Yau Ma Tei Police Station Light and Shadow Journey" exhibition from January 1-31, 2026, at the historic Yau Ma Tei Police Station in Kowloon, built in 1922. This immersive experience celebrates Hong Kong's iconic crime films, allowing visitors to step into recreated scenes from classic movies, including a nostalgic theater entrance, a time tunnel showcasing action-packed moments, and even a replica of a vintage holding cell. With tickets priced at just HK$30, this unique event blends cinema, culture, and history, offering fans the chance to relive the thrill of Hong Kong's cinematic legacy. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the world of Hong Kong's crime dramas in a truly interactive setting!
Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums
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.
Ryuichi Sakamoto | seeing sound, hearing time
This exhibition celebrates the legacy of composer, producer, and artist Ryuichi Sakamoto (Japanese, 1952–2023). Sakamoto is renowned for his award-winning film scores, extensive cross-genre collaborations, and tireless spirit of exploration. The exhibition features the monumental, site-specific installation 'async-immersion' (2023), a collaborative work between Sakamoto and artist Shiro Takatani, presented as part of Sakamoto's 'installation music' series.
CR7® LIFE Museum Hong Kong
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.
Fong Hung Music Gathering 2025/26
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
"Gracefully Swallowing One's Own Rumination" — Yeung Pui Hang Solo Exhibition
Blindspot Gallery is pleased to present 'Yeung Pui Hang: Gracefully Swallowing One's Own Rumination', on view from 24 February to 2 May 2026. This marks the artist's fourth solo exhibition at the gallery. Working across aquariums, gardening, found objects, installation, and photography, Yeung channels his deeply internalised worldview into each piece. His practice probes the underlying logic of natural and artificial ecosystems, meticulously staging scenes that mirror human relationships — evoking emotional resonance while guiding viewers into contemplation of self-awareness and intersubjectivity. On 21 March at 4:00 PM, Yeung Pui Hang will be joined by artist Lam Lap Sze for a conversation, conducted in English.