Highlights of the Chinese Culture Festival 2026
The third edition of the Chinese Culture Festival (CCF) will run from June to September 2026. Presented by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and organised by the Chinese Culture Promotion Office under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), the festival will offer over 280 diverse programmes, including stage performances, extension activities, film screenings, thematic exhibitions, talks, workshops, and community initiatives.
Symbolism and Design of the logo
The official logo of the Chinese Culture Festival draws inspiration from the delicate latticework of a traditional Chinese window. This design symbolises Hong Kong’s special role as a “cultural window” to the world. At the centre of the lattice glows a luminous jadestone, representing the festival’s programmes — each one being a precious artistic gem of Chinese heritage.
A celebration of Chinese Legends and Folklore
This year’s theme, “Legends”, centres on Chinese legends and folklore, with a special focus on the culture of the Sui-Tang dynasties and the ancient capital of Luoyang. Programmes reinterpret traditional stories through modern lenses, blending classical elements with contemporary creativity to highlight the enduring vitality and innovative spirit of Chinese culture. Here are some highlights of the programme:
Opening: Lady White Snake
12 – 13 June
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
The festival kicks off with the acclaimed dance drama Lady White Snake, presented by the Shanghai Grand Theatre. Under the artistic direction of Tan YuanYuan, a star-studded team of dancers brings the production to life. Blending ballet with traditional Chinese dance, the performance offers a fresh reinterpretation of the beloved legend, featuring iconic scenes such as “Borrowing the Umbrella on the West Lake” and “Flooding of Jinshan Temple.” Through evocative symbolic staging, it masterfully bridges ancient folklore with contemporary audiences.
More information HERE.
Chinese Opera Festival: Showcase of Peking Opera Actors in Full Armour Roles
26 – 28 June
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Top wusheng (martial male role) actors from major troupes in Shanghai, Beijing, Tianjin, and Hubei perform excerpts from Romance of the Three Kingdoms and The Water Margin.
More information HERE.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Prosperity and Magnificence – Civilisation of the Sui and Tang Dynasties in Shaanxi Province
Until 30 November
Hong Kong Museum of History
The exhibition features a selection of over 165 sets of artefacts from Shaanxi and Hong Kong. Visitors can experience the splendour of Sui and Tang dynasties, journeying from the gloom of Wei, Jin and Northern and Southern dynasties into the brilliance of Chang’an.
More information HERE.
DidaBoy — Ma Wai-him: A Journey of Music and Joy’ Suona and Houguan Recital
19 July
Sheung Wan Civic Centre Theatre
Ma Wai-him, the principal suona player of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra and a current artist supported by the China National Arts Fund, reinterprets Chinese music through modern creative approaches, inviting you to discover ‘music’ anew.
More information HERE.
The Diary of Song 2026
18 July – 2 August
Hong Kong City Hall Theatre
The Diary of Song premiered in 2017, receiving Best Original Script and Outstanding Production of the year at the 27th Hong Kong Drama Awards. This new version helmed by Poon Wai Sum assembles heroes from China’s great mountains, accompanied by Chan Wai Fat’s brand-new music and songs that capture their dilemma—whether to go forth or turn back—so aptly in words and in action, crafting a new classic of a movable diary.
More information HERE.
The Echoes of Origin and Fate: Wong On-yuen and Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble
4 September – 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall
Huqin master Wong On-yuen, known for his vibrant tones of the two-stringed musical instruments, along with local young huqin musicians and the Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble, will perform a selection of his original composition, world-premiere and classic pieces.
More information HERE.
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Programmes take place at major venues across Hong Kong, including the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, City Hall, and various district theatres. Tickets for most events are available via URBTIX (www.urbtix.hk), with discounts for groups, packages, and concessions.
For the full schedule and details, visit the official website: https://www.ccf.gov.hk/en/.