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A traditional dance troupe takes part in a rehearsal for the Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Go with the floats: how you can enjoy Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year night parade

What to expect and how to make the most of the Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade on Tuesday.

Hong Kong economy

Hongkongers make 1.4 million outbound trips ahead of Lunar New Year

Hong Kong

Hong Kong visitor arrivals off to strong start in 2026, up 9.6% to 7.23 million

Hong Kong economy

From fireworks to racing, how Hong Kong is celebrating the Year of the Horse

Here is your guide to events beginning on February 17 ushering in the new year.

A performer dressed as the God of Wealth for Chinese New Year Raceday at Sha Tin Racecourse in 2024. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong users warned of heavier mega bridge traffic as Zhuhai link suspended

A temporary link bridge in Zhuhai will be closed for repairs from Sunday until further notice.

Lunar New Year

Savvy Hongkongers book 9-day Lunar New Year break for festive trips across Asia

Immigration Department earlier forecast number of trips by residents and visitors alike would reach 11.38 million between February 14 and 23.

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Hong Kong transport

Star Cruises ‘fully prepared’ for next sailing after anger over axed trip

Cruise operator apologised for cancelling three-day, two-night voyage to Xiamen on Friday evening.

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Hundreds of passengers queue at Ocean Terminal waiting to board the ship. Photo: Facebook/Longman Lo
Lunar New Year

How Hongkongers are using a longer Lunar New Year break for travel

South Korea and Japan also popular as some residents make the most of break by taking two days of leave to enjoy nine consecutive days off.

Hong Kong economy

Hollywood stars to headline Hong Kong’s first Comic Con

Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito and Christopher Lloyd lined up for Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 to be held from May 29 to 31.

Hong Kong

‘Brilliant’ retail and dining revenue gives Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 boost

Operator will introduce cable car night rides for the first time to headline its 20th anniversary celebrations.

Passengers enjoy a ride on the Ngong Ping 360 cable car. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong transport

New rail routes to mainland China nearly sold out ahead of Lunar New Year

All classes of tickets from Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Station to 14 of 16 new mainland stops fully booked from Friday through next Sunday.

Nanjing and Wuxi in Jiangsu province and Hefei in Anhui are among the most sought-after new destinations. Photo: Jelly Tse
Lunar New Year

Hong Kong to enforce stricter measures at nature spots for Lunar New Year break

Authorities step up crowd and environmental controls to prevent repeat of past incidents as city braces for 1.4 million mainland Chinese tourists.

Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

Airline forecasts paying out higher bonuses to eligible staff amid strong financial results and a record customer satisfaction score for 2025.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s retail sales edge up 1% in 2025 after 7.3% decline in 2024

Census and Statistics Department says retail sales for December worth HK$35 billion, and provisionally estimated at HK$380.5 billion for 2025.

Hong Kong’s retail sector emerged from a 14-month slump in May last year with 2.4 per cent growth. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong set for Lunar New Year tourism bump with 6% rise in mainland visitors

Up to 1.4 million mainland visitors will set foot in city during holiday, according to Travel Industry Council projections.

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Tourists pose for pictures at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tourism minister aims for more than 50 million visitors in 2026

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law optimistic about increase in tourist arrivals over Lunar New Year holiday.

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China property

Hang Lung flags ‘tough slog’ for property, looks to mainland malls for growth

Hong Kong developer says property segment recovery will be slow, but sees mainland retail and consumption offering the clearest upside.

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Hong Kong society

Authorities to seek public views on walkway for New Praya selfie hotspot

Kennedy Town’s New Praya has become hotspot for mainland Chinese tourists in recent years, but trend has also triggered road safety fears.

Mainland tourists take pictures in Kennedy Town. Photo: Eugene Lee
Lunar New Year

Hong Kong Lunar New Year parade to feature Labubu, wishing tree on floats

Tourism Board says procession of 12 floats will feature dozens of performing groups, expects event to draw 100,000 people.

Blackpink

Blackpink lifts mainland Chinese arrivals in Hong Kong to January weekend record

Hotel and retail industry leaders say authorities should explore more cultural tie-ups to promote the Hong Kong brand, heritage.

Hong Kong society

2 women arrested as hawkers cash in on Blackpink merchandise craze at concerts

Food and Environmental Hygiene Department has been closely monitoring and taking enforcement actions against hawkers around Kai Tak Station Square.

Blackpink fans outside Kai Tak Stadium before the show. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp offers sweeteners to get all aboard for expanded mainland China service

Limited-time offer will start from Tuesday and coincides with launch of 16 new mainland destinations, including stops at Nanjing and Wuxi.

The promotion drive will start on Tuesday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Sip of Hong Kong milk tea gives Blackpink show a local flavour

Blackpink fans urged to pay greater attention to safety and follow entry guidelines following earlier surge to standing area.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s southbound travel scheme is 1 month old. Are people signing up?

Policy launched in late December allows Guangdong drivers to enter Hong Kong’s urban areas under daily quota system.

Hong Kong entertainment

Blackpink fans gear up for Hong Kong finale

K-pop fans are gearing up for shows, with Hong Kong the final stop of the band’s global tour.

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A Blackpink fan takes a selfie at a pop-up store in Kai Tak Mall 2. Photo: Karma Lo
Cathay Pacific

Passenger numbers for Hong Kong’s Cathay go sky high with 27% increase

Cathay Pacific Airways and budget arm HK Express carried more than 36 million passengers in 2025 on the back of tourist growth.

A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Sam Tsang
EdUHK

Hong Kong to build elite fencing, sports venues in Northern Metropolis

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law confirms strategic sites in Northern Metropolis earmarked for top-tier fencing training and competition venues.

Tourism

What is glamping like in Hong Kong? A reluctant camper gives it a try

A writer and his family head to the far reaches of Hong Kong’s New Territories for grills and thrills on their first glamping experience.

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