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All You Need To Know About The Hong Kong New Year Countdown To 2026 At Chater Road
Free Performance By Air Supply, Light Show + More
2025 Dec 31
In light of the tragic and devastating fires in Tai Po, Hong Kong has made changes to its annual New Year’s Eve celebrations. The iconic Victoria Harbour fireworks display has been cancelled this year out of respect for those affected by the tragedy.
Instead, Hong Kong’s iconic New Year’s Eve countdown is getting a new home this year, with celebrations moving from Victoria Harbour to Chater Road in Central and will sit right alongside Hong Kong Winterfest in Central, which has already transformed Statue Square, Chater Road, and the surrounding area into a glowing Christmas town complete with light installations, festive decorations, and an immersive light show on nearby buildings.
The Chater Road New Year Countdown will bring even more excitement to this lively area with:
- Free Live Performances: Featuring international stars Air Supply, local artists Jay Fung and Cloud Wan, a children’s choir, and the Hong Kong Police Band.
- Immersive Light Shows: Eight iconic buildings in Central will display light projections, including a giant countdown clock and seasonal patterns.
- A Themed Light Performance: Titled New Hope, New Beginnings
Chater Road Countdown to 2026 Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
- Time: 11:30 PM – 12:10 AM
- Venue: Chater Road Pedestrian Precinct, Central, Hong Kong
- Attendance: Free and no tickets are required—so make sure to arrive early to grab the best spots. Please note, it will be crowded!
- Online Live Broadcast: Available on DiscoverHongKong.com, the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s Facebook and YouTube channels, as well as ViuTV and RTHK platforms.
- TV Broadcast: ViuTV Channel 99, TVB Channel 81, HOY TV Channel 77, and RTHK TV Channel 32.
- Additional Hotspots:
- Large screen live broadcasts at Chater Garden and Edinburgh Place in Central.
- Outdoor light projections at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui.
For those seeking more ways to welcome 2026, don’t miss our guide to New Year’s Eve parties and special dinners across Hong Kong, featuring family-friendly feasts, rooftop countdowns, and glam nights out.
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