Hong Kong Entertainment Expo 2026 Launches with Major International Events and Celebrations.

2026-03-17 18:50 Last Updated At：22:33

Entertainment Expo Hong Kong 2026 Kick-off Ceremony held today

The kick-off ceremony of the Entertainment Expo Hong Kong 2026 was held today (March 17) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), bringing together an array of major international entertainment events. TheChief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; the Chairman of the Hong Kong Film Development Council (HKFDC), Dr Wilfred Wong, and representatives of the organisers of the events under the Expo officiated at the kick-off ceremony. Funded by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) and the Film Development Fund (FDF), the Expo is spearheaded by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.

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Entertainment Expo Hong Kong 2026 Kick-off Ceremony held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

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Entertainment Expo Hong Kong 2026 Kick-off Ceremony held today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

As one of Asia's most significant mega events in the entertainment industry, the five-week Expo encompasses events spanning various fields of film, television, music and digital entertainment, including exhibitions, a film festival, award ceremonies, summits and a financial forum. The Expo presents a rich and diverse programme for industry professionals and the public, attracting representatives from different countries and regions. The Expo also celebrates two major milestones this year - the 30th anniversary of the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) and the 50th anniversary of the Hong Kong International Film Festival.

To further promote the Hong Kong film industry and facilitate international networking for Hong Kong filmmakers, CCIDA and the HKFDC are organising different events during FILMART. Miss Law attended one of the flagship events, the Hong Kong Night networking reception at the HKCEC this evening, which drew filmmakers and industry representatives from around the world, underscoring Hong Kong's position as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

Another project during FILMART, Producers Connect, is also being organised to foster exchanges between global and local producers to explore cross-regional collaborations and co-productions; and the debut "AI Academy, AI Hub" thematic workshops are being launched with an aim to assist the industry in seizing new opportunities presented by artificial intelligence for the long-term development of the film industry.

As in previous editions, this year's FILMART has exhibitors coming from a wide range of countries and regions, including provinces and cities on the Chinese Mainland, as well as major film organisations from overseas and leading film companies in Hong Kong. The Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau, and Dr Wong attended the opening ceremony of the Guangdong Pavilion this afternoon, demonstrating support for promoting deeper co-operation in the film and television industry in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

The series of Hong Kong Entertainment Expo 2026 events will run until April 19. For more information onthe Expo, please visit eexpohk.hktdc.com/en/.

FILMART 2026 Kicks Off with Focus on AI and Global Collaborations

Speech by SCST at Hong Kong Night @ FILMART 2026

Following is the speech by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, at the Hong Kong Night @ FILMART (Hong Kong International Film & TV Market) 2026 today (March 17):

Wilfred (Chairman of the Film Development Council, Dr Wilfred Wong), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,

Good evening. A very warm welcome to all of you, joining us from near and far, at the Hong Kong Night @ FILMART 2026.

FILMART, which opens today and marks its 30th anniversary this year, is Asia's largest film and entertainment content marketplace. It is also one of the world's premier film industry events, proudly presented by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, a valued partner of the Hong Kong SAR (Special Administrative Region) Government in promoting Hong Kong films and fostering international collaborations.

FILMART offers a vital platform for entertainment and film industry professionals from across the globe to showcase their content and explore opportunities for cross media, cross-sector collaboration and partnerships. Since 2023, my bureau - the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau - has hosted Hong Kong Night, a gathering designed to bring together our partners and collaborators, and to share highlights of this year's FILMART before your busy schedule begins.

As in previous years, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under my bureau, together with the Hong Kong Film Development Council (FDC), are organising several events at FILMART 2026. A key highlight is the debut of "AI Academy, AI Hub", a programme that brings together specialists and pioneering users to share their professional knowledge and practical applications of AI engines and tools in the creation and production of high-quality film and animated content. While AI's full potential is yet to be realised, it is undoubtedly the most transformative development in decades - reshaping content, production models and business strategies, and redefining the core competitiveness of the film industry. We are ready to embrace and seize the new opportunities this brings.

Another major highlight is "Producers Connect", launched last year to great success. This initiative brings together local and international film professionals to explore co-production and business opportunities, while also nurturing emerging local producers. The Government has long recognised that talent development is fundamental to the sustainable growth of the film industry. To that end, CCIDA and the FDC have been working tirelessly. We sponsor filmmakers to attend overseas film festivals and subsidise various training programmes to support young directors and scriptwriters.

Enhancing international collaboration with industry partners beyond Hong Kong remains a core policy objective, especially as Hong Kong is uniquely positioned as the centre of East-meets-West cultural exchanges. FILMART is a prime example of this role. In addition, CCIDA leads industry delegations to international film festivals and promotes coproductions with Asian filmmakers.

While you are in Hong Kong, I encourage you to step out and explore our city's vibrant landscape. Over the past year, we have launched two film-related exhibitions in local settings. One is the "Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey" Exhibition in Kowloon Walled City Park, recreating the set of the acclaimed Hong Kong film, "Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In". The other is "Yau Ma Tei Police Station: A Cinematic Journey" at the Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station, reimagining a 1980s police station often featured in classic Hong Kong crime films. Both have become major attractions for tourists and film lovers alike. I highly encourage you to join the tour and discover many of our city's fascinating sites.

I would like to thank Dr Wong, the Chairman of the FDC, and all FDC members for their invaluable contributions and steadfast support for the development of Hong Kong's film industry. I wish you all a very pleasant evening and a rewarding and productive FILMART in the days ahead. Thank you.

Hong Kong Entertainment Expo 2026 Launches with Major International Events and Celebrations.

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