The Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2026 returns from October 29 to November 1, transforming the Central Harbourfront Event Space and Tamar Park into a four-day gastronomic destination. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, this year’s edition assembles 26 luxury hotels, an American Express-curated zone boasting 15 Michelin stars and five Black Diamond ratings, and a vibrant mix of local brands. The result is a rare opportunity to sample exclusive dishes, rare wines, and creative street eats in one harbourfront setting.
A Showcase of Culinary Power
This year’s scale is unprecedented. The new American Express Gourmet Club allows ticket holders to taste limited-edition creations from iconic restaurants without months of waiting — including the abalone burger from three-Michelin-starred Fook Lam Moon and the wagyu sandwich from one-star Ami. Marriott Bonvoy presents its largest festival showcase, “One Table for Many Tastes,” featuring playful fusions like deep-fried goose bao and sugar-cured Wagyu skewers. Henderson Land makes its festival debut, bringing 12 leading restaurants together in a “50 Tastes” space, with inventive bites such as egg waffles infused with 50-year aged Pu-erh.
Local Heritage, Modern Twists
Local favourites shine through creative collaborations. The Maxim’s Group celebrates its 70th anniversary by reinventing street classics with wine-infused upgrades, including flower-soup with aged Hua Diao and orange jelly rolls inspired by old-school dim sum. Younger brands add energy: The Ice Cream & Cookie Co. introduces custom cookie sundaes, and the Coffee & Chill zone pairs live music with coffee-beer hybrids. An Kee Kitchen gives away free snack abalone with ticket stubs, while their XO Cognac Buddha Jumps Over the Wall noodles capture the festival’s inventive spirit.
Education and Access
Beyond dining, the festival educates. The premium wine zone hosts over 20 masterclasses led by industry experts, covering topics from Bordeaux to Burgundy. New guided wine tours take small groups through regional varietals, and the “Ring the Bell” program provides limited tastings of aged baijiu and prestige cognacs at accessible prices, making luxury approachable.
Practical Details
General admission is HKD 40, with half-price tickets for seniors, students, children aged 3–12, and disabled visitors. Children under three enter free. Online pre-sale on Trip.com offers value packages such as the Premium Wine Pass (HKD 558), which includes tasting coupons and glassware. The festival opens at 7:30 PM on October 29, then runs from 1 PM to 1 AM on October 30 and 31, ending at midnight on November 1. All details are subject to change, so checking the official website is recommended.
Broader Impact
The Wine & Dine Festival reinforces Hong Kong’s reputation as a global culinary capital, making Michelin-starred dining accessible while celebrating street-food roots. It stimulates the local economy and sets a benchmark for events that blend tourism, education, and cultural heritage. Future editions are likely to expand further, drawing international chefs and fostering cross-cultural exchange in a city defined by its appetite for innovation.