When: January 6 - February 11

Where: HKAPA

What: The acclaimed revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical arrives after two sold-out seasons in London’s West End. 

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When: January 12 - February 11

Where: HKAPA

What: The five-week festival presents live theatrical performances of nine beloved children’s tales, including Ugly Duckling, The Gruffalo and Hairy Maclary and Friends. 

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When: January 13

Where: AsiaWorld-Expo

What: The Grammy-winning alt-rock band performs its emotionally charged anthems, including Thunder and Radioactive. 

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When: January 14 - 20

Where: Central Harbourfront 

What: The star-studded line-up for the week-long live series of concerts includes Rita Ora, Far East Movement and Khali Fong.

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When: January 17 - 24

Where: Various venues

What: The festival’s ninth edition presents six concerts exploring works by Beethoven, Debussy, Ravel, Mozart and Brahms. 

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When: January 17 - 31

Where: Kai Tak Runway Park

What: Hong Kong hosts the premier 45,000-nautical-mile offshore race for the first time as one of its 12 port cities, with the Seng Huang Lee and Sun Hung Kai & Co-backed Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag team flying the flag as the city's first competitor in the race's history.

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When: January 19

Where: HKCEC

What: The celebrated Indian stand-up comedian presents a new set of material to give your laughing gear a workout. 

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When: January 21

Where: Various venues

What: Some 70,000 runners will participate in the city’s biggest annual running event, which features a full marathon, a half marathon and a 10km course. 

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When: January 25 - 28

Where: HKCEC

What: Mickey and Minnie lead the fun in this skating spectacular, 100 Years of Magic, featuring sing-along favourites such as Let It Go, You’ve Got a Friend in Me and Hakuna Matata. 

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