The "Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026", organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, will kick off this Thursday (Oct. 29) and run for four days at the Central Harbourfront Event Space and Tamar Park. Residents and visitors can enjoy wines and delicacies from over 30 countries and regions, world-class cuisine, dishes from top hotels, and exclusive "only in Hong Kong" flavours all in one place. Check out the six tips below to make the most of this weekend along the Victoria Harbour waterfront — from morning coffee to late-night wine, and enjoy a global feast for the taste buds!
Tip 1 | Smart entry: Free entry with online tickets – Two convenient entrances at Central and Admiralty
Buy tickets online via Trip.com to enjoy free entry. The Premium Wine Pass package starts from as low as HK$558. The venue has two entrances, at Central and Admiralty, both easily accessible from MTR Central or Admiralty stations.
Tip 2 | Lock in exclusive experiences early: Free sunset wine tasting, coffee garden surprise collaborations
The "Sunset Party" will be held at the Main Stage, offering free tastings of limited-edition French wines at 5:45 pm on Oct. 30 and 6 pm on Oct. 31. Places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The "Coffee Village" at Tamar Park will feature collaborations with several Hong Kong heritage brands, including Hung Wan Cafe and Kung Lee Sugarcane Juice.
Tip 3 | Wine lovers' upgrade: Masterclasses, guided tasting routes, and limited-time offers all in one
The Premium Wine Zone will host more than 20 wine-tasting masterclasses and, for the first time, three themed guided tasting routes. There will also be a "Ring the Bell" limited-time wine-tasting offer.
Tip 4 | Must-try "only in Hong Kong" creative flavours
Several local F&B brands are launching festival-exclusive creations, such as lap cheong carbonara handmade pasta, Wing Lee Wai rose liqueur chocolate, and crispy mango pomelo sago pudding glutinous rice balls — giving Hong Kong flavours a creative new twist.
Tip 5 | Night owls: After Nine Vibe until 1 am
On Friday and Saturday, opening hours will be extended until 1 am, with live entertainment under the night sky. You can slowly savour wine, enjoy food, and listen to music against the Victoria Harbour night view.
Tip 6 | "Hong Kong Gourmet Month" follows in November – Unlock more dining surprises
Festival-goers can obtain a "Hong Kong Gourmet Month Exclusive Offer Card" on site, entitling them to exclusive offers at designated restaurants and merchants from Oct. 29 to Nov. 30.
In addition, Henderson Land is participating for the first time this year, creating the "Henderson 50 · Taste Space", bringing together 12 award-winning bars and fine-dining restaurants from its portfolio and partners to present exclusive 50th-anniversary flavours. These include Peridot at The Henderson, named among the "16 Most Beautiful Restaurants in the World" at the Versailles Prize, and The Diplomat in Central's H Code, voted "Asia's Best and World's Fourth Best Burger".
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