As part of the plan to promote the country’s economies and tourism landscape, Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is holding light, pyrotechnic and drone shows every month. This innovative plan aims to leverage the breathtaking beauty of Victoria Harbour, one of Hong Kong’s most renowned landmarks, and transform it into a year-round spectacle that will captivate both local residents and international visitors.
To improve the whole experience, the Development Bureau (DEVB) also intends to add more engaging amenities, such as food and drink, a night market, and entertainment at specific harborfront areas.
Each light show will be meticulously designed to showcase the harbor’s spectacular and trademark panoramas, with the pyrotechnics and drones choreographed to illustrate the architectural features and landscapes. Overall, innovative lighting techniques, live music, and cutting-edge technology will all come together to create an incredibly immersive and unforgettable experience for all who witness it.
A Symphony of Light (幻彩詠香江)
⏰Time: 8PM
📍Location: Both sides of Victoria Harbour – Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
This light show is held daily in the evening at 8pm and lasts for around 10 minutes. Guinness World Records describes it as the world’s largest permanent light and sound spectacle. In the show, you will witness multi-color lasers released into the sky from 40 participating buildings on both sides of the harbor.
Pyrotechnic Displays (烟火表演)
⏰Time: 8PM
📍Location: Wan Chai harbor’s front Event Space.
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Coming to Hong Kong’s most vibrant night show will give you a chance to indulge in a dazzling scene of color and light from spectacular firework performances. The fireworks are showcased in diverse themes, and intriguing shapes from 8PM.
In 2024, the firework displays were launched on 1 May in Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade to initiate the Golden Week’ national holiday; and 15 June to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival in Wan Chai Temporary Promenade.
Drone Show (无人机表演)
⏰Time: 8PM
📍Location: Wan Chai harbor’s front Event Space.
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In 2024, the Drone shows were held on 27-28 January, 10 June 2024 from 8PM.
The drone shows are often held yearly to celebrate Hong Kong’s major occasions and celebrations in Hong Kong, like the Dragon Boat Race Festival and Lunar New Year. With over 1,000 drones operating on a massive scale, the display enhances the nighttime scenery and skyline with vivid artworks and patterns.
