The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival is one of Hong Kong’s top annual winter events. This year, the live music festival event takes place from November 29 – December 1, 2024. Prepare for a strong lineup of local and international music superstars. Having said that the UK indie band Suede is one of this year’s headliners.

The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong

Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong
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Below are all the info you need to know about the popular Clockenflap event, including e.g. entrance fees, ticket prices, (current) lineup, special guests, how to get to the music festival, and if it’s worthwhile to visit.

Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024

What is the Clockenflap – An outdoor music festival event

The Clockenflap is an annual Music and Arts Festival – a popular outdoor event and one of the highlights in Hong Kong. Among music lovers, it is considered one of the best music festival events. The lineup is always a good mixture of international must-see, regional and local acts.

• With international superstars: The past events had many superstars such as e.g. The Wu-Tang Clan, The Cardigans, Arctic Monkeys, Bombay Bicycle Club or Glass Animals (just to name a few).

• Local and regional stars: Besides, there are plenty of local and regional acts, singers, DJs and bands from Japan, Korea, Taiwan and the rest of South East Asia.

• Art installation & other outlets: If it is not enough, the event is also known for its art installations and mouth-watering food outlets.

The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong

Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival
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Ticket prices
– where to buy tickets for the 2024 Clockenflap Festival?

First things first, get a ticket ASAP. So, for such a popular and cool music event, how much are tickets?

There are two different tickets available. Ticket prices ranges from HK$ 880 to HK$ 1990.

  • single-day tickets: You can purchase individual days of the 3-days music festival event. The single-day ticket starts at HK$ 1,280 for adults and HK$ 880 for kids (aged 3 – 17).

    This ticket is best if you only want to enjoy a specific singer/band or simply want to experience the atmosphere of the event.

  • the 3-day weekend ticket/pass: The 3-Day Pass is for all the music lovers and covers the whole weekend. Prices for the 3-day weekend ticket are starting at HK$ 1,990 for adults and HK$ 1,590 for kids (aged 3 – 17).

    This is the best option if you don’t want to miss any act and love festivals.

Where to buy tickets for the Clockenflap?

Tickets can be purchased online either from the event official website or from the below listed official ticket providers:

Clockenflap Tickets

Single-Day Admission Ticket

Adult:　HK$ 1280
Child:　HK$ 880

3-Day Admission Ticket

Adult:　HK$ 1990
Child:　HK$ 1590


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When and where does the Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 take place?

The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 takes place from November 29 – December 1, 2024.

Date:　November 29 – December 1, 2024
Time:　5:00pm – 11:30pm (November 29)
　 12:00 (noon) – 11:30pm (November 30)
　 12:00 (noon) – 11:30pm (December 1)
Location:　Central Harbourfront Event Space (just next to the AIA Hong Kong Observation Wheel)
Ticket Fare:　HK$ 1,280 – 1,990 (adults) / HK$ 880 – 1,590 (under 18 ticket)

Lineup for the Clockenflap 2024

Below is the current (preliminary) Clockenflap 2024 Lineup. Please note that the lineup can change anytime and there is a high chance that additional headliners and special guests might be added until the start of the 3-day music festival.

The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong

Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong
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Festival Lineup for Friday (November 29)

• Air (France)
• Creepy Nuts (Japan)
• Porter Robinson (USA)
• deca joins (Taiwan)
• Mother Mother (Canada)
• A-Trak (Canada)
• Dave Clarke (UK)
• Bubble Tea and Cigarettes (USA)
• Romain FX (HK/France)

Festival Lineup for Saturday (November 30)

• Suede (UK)
• St. Vincent (USA)
• Sakurazaka46 櫻坂46 (Japan)
• Fiji Blue (USA)
• Partiboi69 (Australia)
• Last Dinosaurs (Australia)
• Cody・Lee(李) (Japan)
• R.O.O.T (HK)
• MEMI (Korea)
• sim0ne (UK)
• Golden English Party 英語金曲復興運動 (Taiwan)
• mui zyu (UK)
• $alty Chick 鹽焗雞 (HK)
• Broadback & Re:Flex Present: A History of UK Garage ’97 – Today (HK)

Festival Lineup for Sunday (December 1)

• Jack White (USA)
• Jamie xx (UK)
• Glass Animals (UK)
• yama (Japan)
• toe (Japan)
• Gigantic Roar 巨大的轟鳴 (Taiwan)
• Yung Singh (UK)
• brahim Maalouf & the Trumpets of Michel-Ange (France/Lebanon)
• Violette Wautier (Thailand)
• Fat Dog (UK)
• YĪN YĪN (Netherland)
• An Id Signal 意色樓 (HK)
• FAZI 法茲 (China)
• JADE (Taiwan)
• Y U QT (UK)
• Robot presents SPIDER GUBBINS (HK)

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Is it worthwhile to visit?

Over the past years, the Clockenflap Festival has become an institution. It is considered one of the best music festival events in town. The outdoor spectacle has multiple stages and feature a wide mix of different music genres. This music festival has something for everyone. No matter if you like to listen and enjoy e.g. trendy Hip-Hop, J-Pop, K-Pop, Canto-Pop, Indie, Rap, Electronic Dance or Rock-Music, the Clockenflap event caters to all music fans and tastes.

Every year, the lineup features a wide array of performers and singers from around the world. No matter if your aim is to enjoy one of the international superstars or support or discover one of the lesser known local or regional bands and singers this event has them all. It is an event that you can’t or should not want to miss and is highly recommended if you are in town.

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Hotels close to the Clockenflap Festival – or where are the best places to stay

No matter if you are a first-time or repeating visitor to Hong Kong, it is recommended to plan your stay ahead. Choosing to either stay on the Kowloon or Hong Kong Island side is not the only thing to decide. Hotel rooms and accommodation fill up quickly and room rates skyrocket. Having said that try to book and secure your hotel room as early as possible!

Stay in Central / Admiralty District (close to the Clockenflap Festival)

The closest location to the Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival is the Central / Admiralty District. There are several hotels located within walking range to the event. The area is convenient and has several other top sightseeing attractions, restaurants and shopping options in close proximity.

  1. Four Seasons Hong Kong (closest)
  2. Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong (closest)
  3. JW Marriott Hotel
  4. Island Shangri-La
  5. The Murray
  6. Conrad Hong Kong
  7. The Upper House

If you prefer to check out hotels in other locations, you can start with checking out where are the best places to stay.

READ MORE ABOUT:
Guide on where is the best place to stay in Hong Kong

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What are the opening hours
– when is it the best time to visit the Clockenflap Festival?

On the first day of the event (November 29, 2024) the festival opens at 5:00pm until 10:30pm.

The the remaining two days the official opening hours of the Clockenflap are:

  • 12:00(noon) – 10:30pm (November 30)
  • 12:00(noon) – 10:30pm (December 1)

    • When is the best time to visit the Clockenflap?

    If you just want to have a quick look or simply want to enjoy some music performances, then any day is good. However, if you care for one the headliner or international music superstars, then you have to plan in the weekend. Prepare that (like many other popular events) it will get super crowded.

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    Where is the location of the Hong Kong Clockenflap Festival and how to get there

    The Clockenflap Festival will be held the Central Harbourfront with its stunning and spectacular views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s magnificent skyline.

    The Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong

    Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2024 Hong Kong
    (Photo source: Clockenflap)

    The Central district is one of the major tourist and business hotspots. Within walking distance you have several other top attractions. Just to name a few: e.g. the popular Victoria Harbour cruises start here, Hong Kong Observation Wheel (the ferris wheel), the nightly Symphony of Light and Laser Show, the iconic Star Ferry. In addition some of the most iconic skyscrapers of the the finance, banking and business district are located here.

    How to get the Hong Kong Clockenflap Festival?

    The most convenient way to get to the Clockenflap Festival is to take Hong Kong’s MTR subway. Take the subway to the Central MTR Station and take Exit A (this subway exit is closest to the event). Alternatively, you can travel with the iconic Star Ferry to the Central Star Ferry Pier.

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    Additional upcoming music events you might like

    Hong Kong is also a popular spot for many international superstars on there world tour. Below are some of the upcoming concerts from local and international superstars:

    October 2024

    November 2024

    December 2024

    January 2025

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    box-info2 General Info and Details

    Opening Times:　5:00pm – 10:30pm (November 29) / 12:00noon – 10:30pm (November 29 & December 1)
    Location:　Central Harbourfront Event Space, 9 Lung Wo Road, Central
    Ticket Fare:　See price details and discounts
    Official Site:　Hong Kong Clockenflap Official Website

    How to Get to the Clockenflap Festival?

    Depending on the starting location, you can take either MTR to Central or Star Ferry to Central Ferry Pier:　See details above