Across HK: April
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HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Cinephiles have a lot to look forward to as the Hong Kong International Film Festival returns for its 50th edition, from April 1 to 12. One of Asia’s longest-running film festivals, the event showcases hundreds of films from around the globe, from major premiers to independent features and documentaries. There are screenings at cultural centres and cinemas across Hong Kong. Purchase tickets at hkiff.org.hk.
THE ANTIDEPRESSANTS TOUR
Legendary Britpop band Suede are ready to rock AXA Wonderland on April 11, with their first solo headline show in the city in a decade. Fans can expect a powerful set combining mega hits of the 90s, like Trash and Animal Nitrate, with new material from the glam rockers’ 2025 album Antidepressants. Purchase tickets at trip.com.
WESTK FUNFEST
WestK FunFest, at the West Kowloon Cultural District through April 12, features performers from Australia, Spain, the UK and Hong Kong. Hosted at Art Park, Freespace and the Xiqu Centre, 2pm to 8pm (weekdays), 12pm to 8pm (weekends), the festival brings interactive performances, live theatre, music and dance performances, large-scale outdoor art installations and hands-on workshops for all ages. Purchase tickets at westk.hk/en.
CATHAY/HSBC HONG KONG SEVENS
The 50th Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens touches down at Kai Tak Stadium from April 17 to 19 delivering an adrenaline-filled weekend of world-class rugby and stadium partying. Expect 72, fast-paced, seven-aside matches plus live music, DJ sets and incredible on-pitch pyrotechnics. To find out more, visit hksevens.com.
MEGA ICE HOCKEY 5’S
One of Asia’s biggest ice hockey tournaments, Mega Ice Hockey 5’s, at Mega Ice, brings together youth and adult teams from Hong Kong and across the region, with more than 80 teams battling it out in a five-a-side format. The youth divisions run from April 23 to May 2, and the adult divisions from May 4 to 9. Purchase tickets at megaice.com.
