Hong Kong should target high-spending multicultural audiences rather than mass-market tourism, experts have said in response to Shanghai unveiling plans for its mega-event economy – potentially putting the two cities in direct competition. In terms of booking international superstars, Shanghai already has the lead. The mainland Chinese metropolis hosted two concerts by American diva Mariah…
Hong Kong’s major arts hub has partnered with a bus operator to provide package ticket savings and improved transport services to promote local cultural tourism. The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and Citybus on Thursday announced a new memorandum of understanding to explore additional collaboration opportunities, such as ticket packages for buses and museums, more…
The Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMOA) has confirmed it has taken over preparations for the city’s exhibition at the 2026 Venice Biennale. Rather than focus the exhibition on the work of a single artist, which has been the case since 2009, the next Hong Kong exhibition in Venice will feature the work of several…
Event organisers should ensure they have sufficient funding before they sell tickets, Hong Kong authorities have said following the Digital Art Fair cancelling next month’s 2025 edition for “reasons beyond its control”. The event was scheduled to be held at the West Kowloon Cultural District from March 26 to 30, coinciding with a string of…
The Hong Kong Palace Museum has said it did not authorise a third party to collect artefacts on its behalf and has urged people to remain vigilant after a social media post claimed “big money” was available for items. “The museum has noticed social media posts claiming to offer high prices to private collections on…
Hong Kong’s arts hub is aiming to expand exchanges with Middle Eastern countries, while its annual deficit has narrowed by 20 per cent year on year to HK$578 million (US$74.3 million). Betty Fung Ching Suk-yee, the CEO of the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, said on Thursday the construction of a music centre would be…