The wait is over. Clockenflap has dropped the first wave of its 2026 lineup, and American Express Priority Booking is live right now. Hong Kong’s biggest music and arts festival returns to Central Harbourfront from December 4–6, 2026, for three days of live music, art installations, street food, and the family-friendly fun that makes it one of the few festivals where kids are as welcome as the headliners.
Leading the first wave are Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams, hard rock heavyweights Queens of the Stone Age, and alt-R&B phenomenon keshi. They are joined by shoegaze masters Slowdive, indie favourites HYUKOH, cult heroes The Jesus and Mary Chain, Sonic Youth co-founder Kim Gordon, fast-rising alt-pop star Malcolm Todd, jazz innovators DOMi & JD BECK, and alt-R&B vocalist pami, with more names still to come.
Amex Cardmembers can lock in tickets ahead of the general public right now, with 15% off all tickets until Saturday, October 10, at 2:59pm. General sale opens the same day at 3pm.
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Details On Clockenflap 2026
- Who: First-wave lineup: Hayley Williams, keshi, Slowdive, Malcolm Todd, Queens of the Stone Age, HYUKOH, The Jesus And Mary Chain, Kim Gordon, DOMi & JD BECK, and pami. Further announcements to follow, plus comedy, art, and a dedicated kids’ zone.
- When: Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 6, 2026.
- Where: Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central, Hong Kong.
- Tickets: American Express Priority Booking is open now here for eligible Amex Cardmembers, with 15% off all tickets until Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 2:59pm. General sale starts Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 3pm. Weekend and single-day passes are typically available; check the official site for current tiers and kids’ pricing.
The Scoop – What To Expect
- The first wave is out. Hayley Williams and Queens of the Stone Age are the big-name draws, while Slowdive, The Jesus And Mary Chain, and Kim Gordon make this a dream weekend for anyone who grew up on alternative and shoegaze. Teens will be queuing for keshi, Malcolm Todd, HYUKOH, and pami. Clockenflap releases names in waves, so bookmark the lineup page and check back.
- Amex holders go first. Priority Booking has just opened with 15% off, giving cardholders a head start and a discount before tickets hit general sale at 3pm on October 10. Clockenflap has sold out in recent years, so an early purchase is the safest route.
- Bring the kids. Clockenflap is one of Hong Kong’s most family-friendly festivals, with a kids’ area, workshops, and plenty of lawn space for little ones to run around. Daytime on Saturday and Sunday is the sweet spot for families; evenings get louder and more crowded.
- Pack smart. Ear defenders for babies and toddlers, a picnic mat, layers for the harbour breeze after dark, and a portable charger. Check the official bag policy before you go.
- Getting there. Central and Hong Kong MTR stations are a short walk away. Skip the taxi queue and take the train.
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