Best things to do in Hong Kong in November

As the city gears up for the colder months, Disneyland welcomes a cool new attraction area while a thrilling new marathon takes runners over the bridge to Macao. Let it go this month with an amazing line-up of shows, concerts and sporting events. Here are all the best things to do in Hong Kong this November.

1. Hong Kong Disneyland’s World of Frozen

Hong Kong Disneyland has declared it is indeed time to build a snowman, as the world’s first World of Frozen is unveiled on 20 November. Say hello to Elsa and friends as they greet fans, and be first in line to try out themed rides such as the new Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs rollercoaster, and the magical boat expedition Frozen Ever After. 

Get your tickets from the Cathay Shop here .

2. November concerts in Hong Kong

Some big names are heading to the city this November, including both veteran crooners and Gen Z favourites. Morrissey , frontman of The Smiths, will deliver his greatest hits to crowds at AsiaWorld-Expo on 16 November, while operatic boyband Il Divo are set to perform at Kitec on 15 November. The soulful ballads of Texan-Vietnamese singer Keshi will delight younger music lovers, as his Epilogue tour will come to AsiaWorld-Expo on 20 and 21 November. 

3. November art exhibitions in Hong Kong

Culture vultures should head straight to the Palace Museum this November, where a touring exhibition of pieces from the London National Gallery will be on show. With stunning paintings by Botticelli, Van Gogh, Monet, Caravaggio and more, the collection of over 50 works by Western masters will adorn the museum’s walls starting 22 November, through to 11 April next year.

Southeast Asian artistry is given the spotlight at This is Philippine Art, a group exhibition celebrating works from the archipelago, including those by Philippine national artist BenCab. Running from 15-20 November at the Visual Arts Centre, proceeds from the show will go towards Bethune Migrant Shelter. Elsewhere, Victoria Harbour is getting a facelift as mesmerising digital art pieces will be displayed on gigantic harbour-facing facades on Hong Kong Island and Tsim Sha Tsui as part of Fill in the Blanks until 7 April. 

4. Sporting events in Hong Kong

Pedestrians aren’t typically allowed on the mammoth Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao bridge, but that all changes this November when runners will get to take on the serpentine route. Spanning 55km, the debut Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Half Marathon will take place on 19 November; offering endless views over the waters and medals for participants at the end. 

Between 9 and 12 November, golf fanatics will swarm the greens over at Fanling Golf Club, where US$2 million is on the line as part of the Hong Kong Open . With previous winners including Miguel Angel Jimenez and Wade Ormsby, incredible talent will face off at the competition’s highly anticipated return to the Asian Tour circuit. 

If you’re looking for something more high octane, the 2023 FIA World Rallycross Championship will take over Central Harbourfront between 11-12 November. Cars driven by some of the world’s best drivers will zoom around a purpose-built track over a kilometre long and the grand finale will be held here, meaning you’ll get to watch a champion be crowned.

5. Theatre in Hong Kong

In fair Wan Chai, where we lay our scene, Action to the Word ’s take on Romeo & Juliet will run at the Academy of the Performing Arts between 15 and 19 November. This modern rendition of one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies opened to glowing reviews in the UK and promises thrilling stagecraft with its Hong Kong tour. Elsewhere, a Cantonese version of the Mitch Albom classic Tuesdays with Morrie will bring tears to your eyes between 3 and 12 November, with acclaimed Hong Kong actor Alex Fong and theatre veteran Dominic Cheung starring as the play’s two leads.

If you’re ready to laugh yourself silly, comedian Masood Bomgaard will offer up questionable wellness advice with his show Masood Bomgaard Presents Self-Help Singh on 11 November. Starring Bomgaard and his alter-ego Self-Help Singh (a demotivational speaker and alternative life coach), you’ll come away with a few life lessons you probably didn’t need, but you’ll giggle all the way through.