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April showers bring May flowers. And sure enough this sultry May, Hong Kong's event calendar is abloom. From art exhibitions to Hong Kong's own Comic Con and much-missed spectacle of the Cheung Chau Bun Festival, there's an abundance of exciting events for all. Artsy Cheapos rejoice: the Affordable Art Fair is back in town, too! Exhibitions Comic Con 2026 Hong Kong Comic Con is a full-scale pop culture convention. For fans of comics, anime, film, TV, gaming, cosplay, and collectibles, it doesn't get much better than this. This year's celebrity guests include Jamie Campbell Bower, Katie Leung, Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito, and Christopher Lloyd. Expect panel talks, live Q&As, cosplay showcases, meet-and-greets, and more. Arts and Culture Affordable Art Fair 2026 This May, the Affordable Art Fair (AAF) returns to Hong Kong. Priding itself on having the best hand-picked affordable art in Hong Kong, priced at under , the AAF will showcase works from 90+ local and international galleries. Local galleries including (but not limited to) Ubu Deco, Young Soy, and Oi Ling will represent artists from Hong Kong. Whether you’re a first-time buyer on a Cheapo budget or a connoisseur looking to spice up your collection, the AAF promises to have something for everyone. French May Arts Festival 2026 The 2026 edition of the French May Arts Festival offers a diverse array of cultural events celebrating French heritage and promoting cultural exchange between Hong Kong and France. If you're keen on music, one highlight is French artist DJ Snake, alongside Higher Brothers (Masiwei, KnowKnow, PSY.P, and Melo), 3x DMC China Champion DJ Wordy, plus Cantomania's DJ Fabsabs and DJ Steffunn. Traditional Festivals Cheung Chau Bun Festival 2026 Arguably Hong Kong's quirkiest cultural event, Cheung Chau's iconic Bun Festival is set to return this May! Legend goes that Cheung Chau suffered a devastating plague about a century ago. The villagers prayed at Pak Tai Temple, the oldest and most important temple on the island, and carried statues of deities through the streets to ward off evil spirits. To celebrate the end of the plague, the Bun Festival was born. At midnight on the third day, the famous ‘bun scrambling’ event takes place in front of the Pak Tai Temple. Watch well-trained competitors race to scramble up a 20 metre tower covered with buns, collecting as many of them as they can in three minutes. Don't leave the island without a bun of your own, stamped with the Chinese character for ‘peace’ and filled with sesame, lotus, or red bean paste. Buddha's Birthday 2026 The birthday of Lord Buddha is one of the largest Buddhist festivals in Hong Kong, as well as being a public holiday. Buddhist temples all across Hong Kong, including the iconic Tian Tian Buddha on Lantau Island, hang lanterns, burn incense, and give offerings in preparation for the big day. Food and Beverage Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026 Do you love whisky? Good news: the Hong Kong Whisky Festival is back. From vintage treasures of the 70s and 80s to exclusive rarities like a 17-year-old sherry from The Glenlivet and a 36-year-old Jamaican rum from Invergordon, take part in tastings of exclusive whiskies from around the world. There will be two days of masterclasses led by brand ambassadors and industry experts, and each ticket comes with a commemorative lanyard and Glencairn whisky glass. Ginsanity 2026 Ginsanity returns to PMQ in Central with a juniper-fuelled journey through some of the top gin brands. This year's festival features a wide variety of gins from local and international distilleries, including Hong Kong's own Two Moons Distillery, as well as standout producers from the region. Sports Hong Kong Soccer Sevens 2026 After celebrating its 25th anniversary with the debut of a Women’s Tournament in 2024, the beloved seven-a-side showdown returns in 2026 with even more action. Expect a thrilling mix of future Premier League stars and local favourites tearing it up at Happy Valley’s Hong Kong Football Club. With teams like Aston Villa, West Ham, and Fulham in the mix -- plus a growing roster of women’s teams -- this is your chance to catch tomorrow’s legends today. And yes, entry’s free on Friday.

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May Event Roundup – What’s On in Hong Kong

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May Event Roundup – What’s On in Hong Kong

10 Free and Affordable Things to Do on Hong Kong Island

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