The best events happening in Hong Kong this July

Missed J-pop superstar LiSA the last time she came to perform in Hong Kong? You’re in luck – the acclaimed music sensation is bringing her LiVE is Smile Always~15~ tour to Hong Kong this summer as part of her first Asia tour in two years!

LiSA catapulted to fame with songs like ‘Crossing Field’ and ‘Catch the Moment’ for the anime Sword Art Online and chart-topping hits such as ‘Gurenge’, ‘From the Edge’, ’Homura’, ‘Shirogane’, and ‘Akeboshi’ for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime. LiSA has also collaborated with K-pop group Stray Kids on ‘Social Path’ and released a single with Felix of Stray Kids called ‘ReawakeR’. She is praised for her strong vocals and powerful stage presence, so seeing her live is definitely an experience.

LiSA will perform at the AsiaWorld-Arena for one night only on Saturday, July 18, following the April release of her newest full-length album, ‘Lace Up’. More information and ticketing details on Live Nation Hong Kong will be announced soon, according to the official Instagram account run by LiSA’s team.

Jazz collective Fountain de Chopin have been embedding jazz into Hong Kong’s urban calendar through immersive performances, interactive workshops, jam sessions, and more. If you enjoy a jazzy moment, then swing by Cordis, Hong Kong on July 18 for a night of smooth grooves with cocktails.

Tickets are available at $150 per person, though a bundle price for all four of the Alibi Mixer Series shows (including comedy, Brit-pop, and immersive theatre) is also available for $650.

Black Sheep Restaurants’ signature dining festival is returning this summer, offering 10 days of curated menus, exclusive collaborations, and exceptional value across its fleet of restaurants. Running from July 10 to 19, this edition features an exciting array of highlights, including the Hong Kong debut of Los Angeles eatery Tacos 1986, a Michelin-starred anniversary counter experience at Belon, new signature burger-and-drink pairings, and a lineup of decadent weekend brunches. Public bookings open on a first-come, first-served basis on July 3 via the Black Series website, with special rewards and off-menu perks available for repeat diners and premium American Express cardholders.

This spring, the Hong Kong Heritage Museum is hosting a two-part exhibition that combines interactive multimedia with a collection of rare historical treasures. The first section, Meet Mona Lisa, uses an immersive multimedia installation to follow the five-hundred-year journey of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, featuring a personal narration from the lady herself. The second half, Portraying the Renaissance, showcases over 100 precious works from leading European institutions, including four of da Vinci’s original manuscripts on the human body and faces exhibited in Hong Kong for the first time.

The exhibition runs from May 1 to July 27, 2026, and is completely free to enter from 10am to 6pm on weekdays (except Tuesdays) and until 7pm on weekends and public holidays.

Step into a world where imperial grandeur meets Impressionist beauty at ‘Blooming: The Art of Gardens in East and West, a massive new showcase at the Hong Kong Museum of Art. Bringing together more than 100 sets of rare artefacts and paintings from the Palace Museum in Beijing, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Palace of Versailles, the exhibition explores how nature has been shaped and celebrated by kings, scholars, and artists alike.

The real highlight is the arrival of Claude Monet’s iconic Water Lilies (1906) and Water Lily Pond (1900), which are on loan from Chicago for a limited time. Alongside works by masters like Zhang Daqian and Wen Zhengming, visitors can wander through an immersive display and interact with virtual wine cups in a digital recreation of the famous Orchid Pavilion Gathering. Running until July 29 at HKMoA’s Special Gallery, the exhibition is completely free to enter – so there’s really no excuse not to visit.

Get ready for a culinary trip across the continent at Flavours of Europe, a limited-time food fair taking over Market Place locations across the city. Running from June 26 until July 30, the event brings together a premium selection of regional delicacies, coastal seafood, European wines, and more straight to Hong Kong. Selected flagship stores will also feature themed zones and various events, including professional prosciutto carving and tasting sessions. This is the perfect chance to stock up your summer pantry.

Taiwanese lifestyle platform Everyday Object is making its overseas debut in Hong Kong with a curated three-month pop-up at East Hong Kong’s Domain (1/F). Running from now to July 31, the residency showcases a collection of over 60 independent brands from both Taipei and Hong Kong, with each month dedicated to a specific theme: travel in May, office life in June, and the home in July. Visitors can browse an array of niche design goods, ranging from vegan skincare to handcrafted accessories and even yuenyeung-flavoured canned cheesecakes.

There’ll also be a limited-time coffee takeover by Taichung-based Sumugaga Coffee Roasters, where you can download the Scannow app to get a five percent discount on a special Taichung pourover and unlock a digital map of the city’s best-kept creative secrets. Whether you are hunting for rare Taiwanese accessories or simply looking for a fresh shot of caffeine and inspiration, this three-month pop-up has everything under one roof.

Jesus Christ Superstar is making its long-awaited Hong Kong debut this summer! The iconic rock musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber retells the biblical story of Jesus Christ’s final days through the eyes of Judas Iscariot, unfolding entirely through song with well-known numbers like Superstar, I Don’t Know How to Love Him, and Gethsemane.

Staged at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Grand Theatre from July 8 to August 1, 2026, the show will be performed in English with Chinese subtitles. Tickets range from $588 to $1,088, with concessions available. Priority booking runs from March 25 to 26, followed by general sales from March 27. Sign up for the priority list now at jcs-hk.gmg-productions.com to get 10 percent off.

M+ and Leeum Museum of Art are teaming up to present a comprehensive exhibition featuring the groundbreaking works of influential South Korean contemporary artist Lee Bul. More than 200 pieces will be shown, spanning the artist’s career from the late 1990s to the present to trace the evolution of Lee’s artistic approach. Split into three sections, ‘Lee Bul: From 1998 to Now’ interrogates ideas of utopian and dystopian existence, the relationship between body and technology, and Lee’s creative process.

M+ Cinema will also screen a number of Lee’s performance works during the exhibition period. ‘Lee Bul: From 1998 to Now’ opens on March 14 and will be commemorated with a talk at the Grand Stair; Lee herself will be present to speak about her artistic vision.

Japan's hugely popular Flower Miffy boutique has officially made its grand Hong Kong debut, hopping into Causeway Bay for a limited summer run. Fusing minimalist floral designs with the adorable Dutch rabbit, the pop-up features a Flower Buffet where customers can create their very own plush flower bouquet and get their hands on a huge selection of themed merch, homeware, gardening accessories, and more. Big spenders looking to expand their Miffy collections can also walk away with limited-edition instant photo-style plastic collectable cards with any purchase of $300 or more.

Celebrate Ngong Ping 360’s 20th anniversary this summer with its first-ever Cable Car Night Ride experience! On designated weekends in July and August, the cable cars will operate all the way until 10pm, allowing riders to glide over Lantau Island and soak up starlit views of landmarks like the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and the illuminated Big Buddha. Over 80 of the cabins have also been decked out in themed luminous designs, which visitors on the night rides will be able to uncover with a mini UV flashlight given to them. The celebration continues on the ground as Ngong Ping Village transforms into a nostalgic 1980s Hong Kong streetscape, complete with retro photo spots, live outdoor concerts, and more. Head over to the official Ngong Ping 360 website to book your spot.

Hopewell Mall is turning into an animal sanctuary this summer with the return of Exotic Pets World. The pop-up exhibition features four themed zones, showcasing over 15 rare and exotic species, including the Lesser Antillean iguana, the Aldabra giant tortoise, and the ever-adorable axolotls. Alongside a dedicated aquatic zone and fascinating wildlife displays, visitors can enjoy interactive experiences, hands-on workshops like insect specimen mounting, and a behind-the-scenes summer programme for kids aged seven and up. Admission to the main exhibition is free, with registration required for the workshops and educational activities.

From July 4 to August 23, MOSTown is transforming into a breezy seaside oasis featuring 30 adorable Namagaki and Friends designs. Expect a vibrant lineup of interactive, camera-ready photo spots, a treasure-filled sand pit, and a giant gashapon machine loaded with plushie prizes. Alongside the family-friendly fun, you can also browse the pop-up store packed with over 20 new MOSTown-exclusive items and more than 20 limited-edition collectables from Japan, or head over to PHI Coffee & Pancake for Japanese soufflé pancakes, Italian mains, and specialty coffee. Great for soaking up the summer vibes – minus the blistering heat and humidity.

In a landmark collaboration between the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) and the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt, 250 treasures and relics from the land of the Pharaohs will be on display in Hong Kong for nine and a half months. Named ‘Ancient Egypt Unveiled’, this exhibition is the largest, most comprehensive, and longest-running display of ancient Egyptian artefacts Hong Kong has ever seen, displaying archaeological finds loaned straight from Egypt, many of which are being shown outside of their home country for the very first time.

Some of our favourite highlights include a set of canopic jars used to store internal organs in the mummification and burial process; statues of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut and Rameses II; painted coffins of wood and stone; a Book of the Dead papyrus scroll; and even an ancient Egyptian toilet seat.

Swing by the gift shop to find a wide range of Egypt-related merch, including an adorable series of blind box plushies created by HKPM which depict pharaohs, canopic jars, mummies, and more.

Premium French silverware brand Christofle has launched its all-new Malmaison Riviera plateware collection and collaborated with restaurant La Terrace by Louise and its executive chef, Loïc Portalier, to offer a specially curated menu featuring Southern French fare. 
Diners can visit the refined French eatery from now until August 31 to enjoy an exclusive menu of comforting sharing dishes that reflect the plateware collection's glowing yellow hues and hand-painted motifs.

Begin with light plates including smoked cured sardines on grilled sourdough bread with romesco sauce, crispy sago and mimolette arancini, and a refreshing Datterino tomato salad with burrata and basil oil. For mains, guests can dig into Louise's signature roasted yellow chicken with Niigata rice served on a gorgeous platter; clams with nduja and seaweed beurre blanc; and choux farci stuffed with foie gras and dry plums. The indulgent French feast wraps up with an Amalfi lemon and basil sorbet, which ties in with the bright summer theme of Christofle's collection.

Hong Kong football fans are in for a treat this May as the FIFA Museum makes its large-scale debut at Times Square. Kicking off on May 28, this six-month residency offers a deep dive into the history of the beautiful game, featuring The Rainbow installation of 211 member association jerseys alongside original trophies and artefacts from both the men’s and women’s World Cups. Beyond the glass cases, visitors can also catch screenings of short films or uncover unique stories from Asia and Hong Kong.

Tickets go on sale April 16 at 6pm via the Arena-Tix platform, with standard entry priced at $180 and concessionary tickets for $140. Limited VIP packages with guided tours and exclusive souvenirs are also available.

Running from June 27, 2026, to January 10, 2027, at M+, this highly anticipated interactive exhibition brings the viral Japanese showcase to Hong Kong with a unique local twist. Adapted from the hugely popular ‘Design Ah! neo’ exhibition, the family-friendly event features 21 playful stations themed around 10 ordinary daily actions like eating, walking, and sitting. From giant installations and interactive challenges to an immersive rhythm game, this creative exhibition shines a completely new light on the seemingly mundane routines and objects we often overlook. It's well worth a visit, so pencil it into your calendar!