Live Matters 2025 (12 February)
Live Matters 2025 will take place at the renowned World Circus Big Top Tent on Hong Kong’s Central Harbourfront. By invitation only, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders in the live event business, discover the latest trends in tech & AI, music, sports, gaming, media, Web3 and beyond.
Consensus Hong Kong (18-20 February)
Consensus, the industry’s most influential event in digital assets and Web3, is making its highly anticipated debut in Hong Kong. For the first time, this flagship event will unite global leaders, innovators, and investors in a three-day experience focused on networking, deal making, and shaping the future of digital assets.
Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse (17-20 March)
FILMART, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, is one of Asia’s largest entertainment content marketplaces, featuring diverse cross-media and cross-genre content globally. The fourth EntertainmentPulse will run concurrently with FILMART.
ComplexCon (21-23 March)
The largest pop culture festival in the United States, ComplexCon, will make a comeback in Hong Kong at the AsiaWorld-Expo. This global festival brings together music, style, sneakers, pop culture, art, food and innovation, featuring immersive experiences, exclusive brand releases, headlining performances and insightful panel discussions.
JUMPSTARTER Grand Finale (26-27 March)
JUMPSTARTER is a mission-driven initiative by Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund. The mission is to bring together founders of innovative and scalable tech startups, entrepreneurs, investors and corporate leaders from around the world, fostering Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem and entrepreneurship.
Art Central (26-30 March)
With a unique identity in the Hong Kong visual arts landscape, Art Central returns to the iconic Central Harbourfront in an architect-designed, purpose-built structure overlooking Victoria Harbour in the heart of the city’s business district. The fair showcases the next generation of talent from Asia’s most innovative galleries alongside distinguished artists from around the world.
Digital Art Fair (26-30 March)
As one of the most anticipated art events of the year, Digital Art Fair 2025 will be staged at WestK, offering a dual experience with an indoor exhibition space alongside an expansive outdoor art path. This dynamic setup allows visitors to explore a diverse array of both traditional and digital art forms in an immersive and engaging environment.
Art Basel Hong Kong (28-30 March)
Art Basel 2025 edition in Hong Kong returns to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre to feature 241 galleries from 42 countries and territories, showcasing a diverse range of artistic practices that reflect the fair’s commitment to global diversity and regional representation. More than half of the participating galleries are from the Asia-Pacific, highlighting Art Basel’s vital role as a platform for the region’s dynamic art scene.
Record High Numbers of Companies and Start-Ups Affirm Hong Kong's Increasing Attractiveness to Businesses
The number of companies in Hong Kong with overseas or Mainland parent companies rose to 9,960 in 2024, while the number of start-ups in Hong Kong rose to 4,694, both increased by 10 percent from last year, reaching record highs. The results demonstrate that Hong Kong is becoming increasingly attractive to businesses and remains an ideal place for Mainland and overseas enterprises to set up or expand their operations.
Mega Events Set for First Half of 2025
At least 93 mega events will be held in Hong Kong in the first half of 2025 with an estimate of approximately 840,000 tourists who would participate. Their spending is estimated to be about HK$3.3 billion, bringing about HK$1.8 billion in value added to the Hong Kong economy. The Government will continue to take a proactive role in promoting and attracting different mega events to Hong Kong.
Northern Metropolis Pilot Areas Unveiled
The Government has announced the details of the three pilot areas of large-scale land disposal in the Northern Metropolis - the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area, the Fanling North New Development Area and the San Tin Technopole, launching a three-month exercise in December 2024 to invite interested parties to submit expressions of interest for the three pilot areas to finalise the tender details and conditions later.
Hong Kong Rose to Rank Seventh Globally in Digital Competitiveness
Excelling in "Technology" and "Knowledge", the region's "Future readiness" also saw progress. The Chief Executive's 2024 Policy Address outlined initiatives like establishing a third InnoHK research cluster, setting up a HK$10 billion I&T Industry-Oriented Fund, and launching the Pilot I&T Accelerator Scheme, all aimed at enhancing Hong Kong's I&T ecosystem and maintaining its competitive edge.
Japan's First Overseas JOYPOLIS SPORTS Flagship Complex Opens in Kai Tak Sports Park
With the mission of "Sports for All Generations", the 30,000-square-foot, five-story sportainment complex, JOYPOLIS SPORTS HONG KONG, features three major themed sports entertainment experiences and unique dining options, offering dozens of interactive attractions that integrate cutting-edge technology and innovative entertainment. Distinguished guests from Sega Corporation, Consulate-General of Japan, Invest Hong Kong, Kai Tak Sports Park Limited and Supreme Joy Limited celebrated the unveiling of JOYPOLIS SPORTS HONG KONG alongside other guests, business partners, and friends from the sports community.
Bonhams Unveils New Asia Headquarters in Hong Kong
Renowned international auction house Bonhams recently opened its new Asia headquarters in Hong Kong as part of a strategic initiative to drive continuing growth in the region and enhance its range of services and events. Its premises span three floors at Six Pacific Place, and features a permanent saleroom, gallery space and office.
Blueprint for Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Development Released
The Blueprint sets out the Government’s long-term development of the arts, culture and creative industries in Hong Kong with 71 measures under four strategic directions: (1) Promote profound traditional Chinese culture and develop cultural contents with Hong Kong character; (2) Develop diverse arts and culture industries with international perspective; (3) Establish international platforms to foster east-meets-west arts and cultural exchanges and (4) Enhance the ecosystem for the arts, culture and creative industries.
The Signing of the Second Agreement Concerning Amendment to CEPA Agreement on Trade in Services
The Second Amendment Agreement of CEPA introduced new liberalisation measures across different service sectors, making it easier for Hong Kong service suppliers to establish enterprises and develop business on the Mainland. For the film and TV industry, the agreement removes restrictions on Hong Kong service providers' investment in Mainland film production and allows Hong Kong-made dramas to be broadcast during prime time in the Mainland.
Sports Arbitration Part of Game Plan
Hong Kong plans to establish a sports dispute resolution system and promote sports arbitration, leveraging its strengths in dispute resolution. The initiative aims to address and resolve sports disputes effectively.
Hong Kong Fuels Global Sport, Music and Entertainment Firm’s Expansion across Asia
Eyeing Hong Kong’s flourishing market, Wasserman, the global leader in sports, music and entertainment, acquired CSM Sport & Entertainment (CSM) and subsequently set up its regional headquarters in Hong Kong in 2024. The regional base positions Wasserman to better serve its growing client base by connecting their passion and capitalise on the city’s vibrant creative industry ecosystem.
BlueCurrent Group: Two-Way GBA-Global Communications Experts
BlueCurrent Group is an award-winning international communications agency specialising in brand-building and reputation management through integrated in-house teams with skills across PR, digital marketing, branding, creative design and web development. BlueCurrent’s Hong Kong regional headquarters has unique expertise in taking brands to and from China.
Brushstroke AI (Colombia)
A cutting-edge software as a service (SaaS) company designed to revolutionise data into artificial
intelligence (AI)-ready formats. Brushstroke AI empowers organisations to overcome present
limitations such as language barriers and workforce efficiency.
Duya Billiards (Mainland)
Duya Billiards has spearheaded innovation in the
Heyball category, focusing on brand promotion,
channel development and event management,
transforming sports to sportainment for the younger demographic.
OUTPUT (Mainland)
OUTPUT is a prominent global content technology company that emerged in 2017 amidst the
transformative waves of the digital media landscape.
Its expertise lies in the harmonious fusion of technology, immersive visual experiences and industry insights.
MAYAO (Mainland)
Based in Hong Kong with a global vision of
contemporary art, MAYAO showcases the harmonious interplay of different regional cultures, crafting an
inclusive yet unique art platform.
Xsolla (United States)
Headquartered in Los Angeles with 16 offices globally, Xsolla’s video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games.
Notre-Dame de Paris,
The Augmented
Exhibition
Now until 7 March 2025
Unit GF01-03, G/F, Art Park,
WestK
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2025 IBF World Cup
5-14 January 2025
Top Bowl Tenpin Bowling Centre,
Kai Tak Sports Park
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Hong Kong
International Horse
Show
14-16 February 2025
AsiaWorld-Expo
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The 53rd Hong Kong
Arts Festival
February - March 2025
Various venues
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LIV Golf Hong Kong 2025
7-9 March 2025
Hong Kong Golf Club
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Fashion Access &
Materials +
12-14 March 2025
Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre
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MarketingPulse and eTailingPulse
19 March 2025
Hong Kong Convention &
Exhibition Centre
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Museum Summit
28-29 March 2025
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
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Hong Kong Sevens 2025
28-30 March 2025
Kai Tak Sports Park
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Head of Creative Industries,
Sports & Entertainment
T: +852 3107 1011
dfong@investhk.gov.hk
Digital Marketing & Gaming
T: +852 3107 1068
mishida@investhk.gov.hk
Art & Culture, Design
T: +852 3107 1026
cyau@investhk.gov.hk
Media, Entertainment & Sports
T: +852 3107 1491
miasin@investhk.gov.hk
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