10 Hong Kong Events You Can't Miss In November

From chart-topping sensations and rock ’n’ roll legends to a festival of lights, this month’s line-up will be music to the ears of audiophiles and culture buffs

1. Hong Kong Literary Festival

Above Photo: Courtesy of Kentaro Takahashi

When: November 2-11

Where: Tai Kwun

What: This year marks the 18th edition of the Hong Kong International Literary Festival, where some of the world’s most famous authors debate and discuss a range of subjects over the 10-day event.

Find out more at festival.org.hk

2. Clockenflap

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When: November 9-11

Where: Central Harbourfront

What: American R&B powerhouse Khalid headlines the city’s biggest open-air music and arts festival, with Interpol, David Byrne and The Vaccines among an eclectic line-up.

Purchase tickets at Ticketflap

3. Prestige Fairs

When: November 12, 21, 26

Where: Conrad Hong Kong

What: Check off that Christmas shopping list at these lavish markets for designer fashion, accessories, gourmet bites and handcrafted gems.

Find out more at prestigefairs.hk

4. Ngong Ping 360 x Iris

Above Photo: Courtesy of Ngong Ping 360

When: November 17-18, 24-25

Where: Ngong Ping 360

What: Want another Iris fix? The wellness festival teams up with Ngong Ping 360 for the first time to bring a series of yoga, fitness, meditation and stretching classes to one of Hong Kong's most iconic locations.

Find out more at facebook.com

5. Guns n’ Roses

Above Photo: Katarina Benzova

When: November 20-21

Where: AsiaWorld-Expo

What: Dig out the eyeliner and retro bandana for rock legends Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan, reunited for the first time since 1993 for this world tour.

Puchase tickets at hkticketing.com

6. Honma Hong Kong Open

Above Photo: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

When: November 22-25

Where: Hong Kong Golf Club, Fanling

What: An impressive line-up, including Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood and Sergio Garcia, vie for the US$2 million purse at the 60th edition of the golf tournament.

Find out more at honmahkopen.com

7. Franz Ferdinand

Above Photo: Davide Edwards

When: November 23

Where: Southorn Stadium

What: The Brit Award-winning indie-rock band performs with two new members. Expect to hear hits such as Take Me Out, No You Girls, and Ulysses.

Find out more at factotum-productions.com

8. Symphony Under The Stars

Above Photo: Courtesy of Hong Kong Philharmonic

When: November 24

Where: Central Harbourfront

What: Watching the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra perform out in the open—with the stunning Hong Kong skyline as its backdrop—makes for a truly magical night out. Best of all? It's free.

Register at hkphil.org

9. ALTN8

Above Photo: Courtesy of ALTN8

When: November 24

Where: PMQ

Bringing EDM to Hong Kong, this all-day festival at PMQ brings some of the most revered names in dance music to the city. Artists include Roman Flugel, Extrawelt, Jacques Greene and Roger Reflex De Leon.

Get your tickets at ticketflap.com

10. The Weeknd

Above Photo: Soul Feeder

When: November 30