12 August 2025 | Latest News
Selecting the best time to visit Hong Kong can make or break your trip. At Virikson Holidays, our vacation experts ensure that you get the most out of your trip by helping you select the right time to visit, places to stay, and experiences to engage in.
If you are planning Hong Kong holidays anytime soon, we are here to help you out in picking the right time to visit. Stay with us as we explore the best time to visit the Pearl of the Orient in our month-by-month guide.
If you want to experience Hong Kong at its best, then these two months are ideal. They are host to the Chinese New Year, something that is celebrated with more zeal and excitement than the Gregorian New Year in the city. It came in late January in 2026 and will fall in the middle of February in 2026.
As the Chinese New Year arrives, the city comes to life with amazing parades, lions, dragon dances, lights, and fireworks. The decorations are also a wonder and you will fall in love with them. These decorations continue for a week ensuring that you catch a good glimpse of them and get enough chances to take some quality and memorable pictures.
During these two months, you will see a lot of Chinese in the city and the temples are at their peak, especially the Man Mo Temple. Other than the temples, Victoria Harbour is also a place that you must not miss during these celebrations. Fireworks line up the skyline and create moments that are hard to forget anytime soon.
As February starts, the Hong Kong Arts Festival also begins and continues till the mid of March. The festival is home to various arts and music performances that are a treat for culture lovers.
While everything about Hong Kong in these two months is excellent, some things are not. And by that, we mean hotel and flight prices. Due to the influx of people from all over the world, the cost of staying in the city goes up. One excellent way to avoid such high rates is to book your Hong Kong holiday packages in advance.
What started in Late February continues till the end of March and even in the early days of April. The cold weather of January and February also starts to settle down a bit as Hong Kong welcomes the pleasant winds and soft sunshine of the Spring season.
The best festivals to attend include Art Basel, Art Central, and Collect Hong Kong. These are some of the big names and have a high entry fee. For budget explorers, there are many galleries that host great exhibitions and display local art. They aren't too costly and by visiting such places, you can also support the local art.
March in Hong Kong is not only about art pieces and crafts. You will get plenty of music and live performances by both international and local artists.
The spring season is also the best time for sports in Hong Kong. Rugby fans find their way to Hong Kong to attend the action. In Hong Kong, Rugby is not only a sport, but it is a reason to party and have some great time.
The hotel prices slightly decrease but they are still more expensive than the off-peak times, so early booking is still recommended. March to May is also recommended as the best time for a multi-centre vacation featuring Hong Kong and Japan Holidays. The reason we say this is because the spring season in Japan is the most beautiful time of the year and the country is a piece of art during these months. So, don't miss this chance as both of these countries are only four hours away from each other.
As April nears its end, Hong Kong officially says goodbye to the Spring season. The mercury takes an upward hike and so do the backpackers because the hotel prices and flight fares decrease. If you are on a budget and looking for a Hong Kong trip that doesn't cost too much, the months from May to August are going to be your best friend.
In early May, the best event to attend is the Cheung Chau Bun Festival. It is a local festival in which numerous teams use bamboo to create a tower and try to get hold of as many buns as possible.
If you stay till the end of May or early June, you can also attend the dragon boat races that take place at different ponds and lakes surrounding the city. This is a fun event as the rowers put in all their efforts to beat the competitors.
If you couldn't afford Hong Kong holidays in March due to high prices or a busy schedule, there is good news for art lovers.?Le French May takes place in May and it is quite a famous arts event. As the name implies, it is all about celebrating French theatre, dance, music, and fashion.
We won't suggest you visit Hong Kong during these two months if you can't tolerate extreme heat and humidity. But if you want to enjoy a cheap holiday, then this is the best time to visit the beautiful island of Hong Kong.
The sun is at its brightest and rainfall makes things more humid for the tourists. The temperature is around 32°C with humidity of almost 80%. The clouds are not too helpful either as they don't give a warning before lashing out. As there is plenty of water coming from the skies, the landscape gets unusually green and presents a different picture.
As the weather is hot, Hong Kong’s beaches are an excellent option to keep things cool and relax in the shade. The best one to go to on a sunny day is Repulse Bay. There are plenty of bars and eateries there that serve Hong Kong’s best drinks and food.
Families can hit Ocean Park during a hot day to enjoy waterslides and a large swimming pool. It has the honour of being Hong Kong’s only water park for families. If you are looking to make the holiday more memorable for your little ones, then Hong Kong Disneyland is a perfect option. As the crowds are low, you can have some great movements without rushing up.
Despite the low prices and all the pluses of visiting Hong Kong in the summer months, please keep in mind that it is also the peak typhoon season in the city. The storms can get quite harsh without prior notice and it is highly recommended to stay indoors during such events.
With the arrival of September, the skies start to dry up and the tourists start returning from all over the world. With the increase in tourists, the prices also go up.
Right at the start of September, Hong Kong braces itself for the resumption of horse racing, which goes on a break during the summer months. The most notable race event takes place at the famous Happy Valley Racecourse every Wednesday night with bets, food, and drinks. The atmosphere is nothing short of a party and there is no harm in trying your luck at a race. Who knows, you might get lucky and end up earning all the money you spent back.
September and October also witness the Mid-Autumn Festival, a famous traditional event in Hong Kong. If you are there, don't forget to plan a visit to Victoria Park because the lantern display there is really out of this world. Another excellent thing about this festival is the mooncakes. We won’t tell you about its flavour because you can’t appreciate it unless you give it a try. In addition to all of these, the Fire Dragon Dance in Tai Hang is a must-see event.
If you missed the fireworks at Victoria Harbour on the Chinese New Year, don't worry. The festivities are almost the same on October 1, which is the National Day of Hong Kong.
With the dry weather, the sporting craze also comes back to Hong Kong. The New World Harbour Race takes place during October, followed by the Hong Kong Tennis Open. The former is a swimming competition while the latter is a world-famous tennis event with the top players.
The fun in October seems to be never-ending as the later days of the month host the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival. This event is a paradise for all the foodies as it offers the best of food, wines, and beers from all over the world.
Now is the time when the sightseeing really comes alive in the city. The crowds start to swell abnormally and so do the fares. The sports frenzy also continues with the Hong Kong Open, a golfing event that is around 66 years old.
To enjoy the pleasant weather of late November and throughout December, there are countless events held all over the city. One fine example of such events is the AIA Carnival, which is a perfect place for families to explore and enjoy countless rides. For music and art lovers, there is Clockenflap. It is a lively event that features various artists from Hong Kong and all over the world.
After half of December is over, the city becomes the best version of itself with lights and Christmas plants. The big brands offer amazing sales, making shopaholics fall for their favourite items at highly affordable prices.
The theme parks are a site to visit during the holiday season. They have the largest trees set up and exhibit the best holiday performances all over the world.
One thing you must know before planning your Hong Kong holidays in December is that most of the city’s residents go back to their homes to celebrate the holidays with their loved ones. You will mostly encounter tourists in the city.
The most amazing event in December is New Year’s night. The fireworks go off with a bang as the clocks strike 12. For more than 10 minutes, it looks like the sun has come out because the fireworks are intense and too bright. If you want to get the best spot to witness them, make sure you arrive an hour before.
The winter in Hong Kong is quite cold. So come prepared with warm clothes including jackets and wool caps. You won't have any fun if you catch a cold during your stay.
The island has something unique to offer every month and so the best time to visit Hong Kong really depends on your preferences. But if you aren't sure, our experts at Virikson Holidays are here to help.
Pick up your phone and call us, or drop us a message and we will get back to you in no time. Discuss all your needs with us and let us make your Hong Kong holidays more amazing.
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