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The changing face of Hong Kong’s famed nightlife

As a drop in overseas tourists, changing tastes and the ‘Shenzhen effect’ take their toll, experts say there is still hope.

Published: 12:00pm, 27 Dec 2025

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Hong Kong’s bar scene is going through tough times, with a wave of closures rocking the industry in 2025. The downturn comes even as some of the city’s home-grown bars are earning international kudos. So what is behind the change in fortunes for the city’s once-thriving bar industry?

The changing face of Hong Kong’s famed nightlife

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As a drop in overseas tourists, changing tastes and the ‘Shenzhen effect’ take their toll, experts say there is still hope.