Forging a Strategic New Alliance for International Success
AWE and KINTEX Join Forces to Enhance Global MICE Collaboration
AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) and Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen collaboration between these two internationally renowned conference and exhibition venues, with the ultimate goal of further promoting the development of the MICE industry across the Asia-Pacific region.
 
The MOU Signing Ceremony took place on 14 November 2023 at KINTEX in Seoul, South Korea. Irene Chan, CEO of AWE, and Jae Yul Lee, CEO of KINTEX, jointly signed the agreement. The event was witnessed by Jack So, Chairman of Airport Authority Hong Kong, and Jaewon Lyu, Vice Chairman of KINTEX.
 
The agreement encompasses various areas of collaboration, including the active exchange of business development strategies, the exploration of new business opportunities and marketing strategies, the enhancement of employee training in both venues, and the arrangement of reciprocal site visits.
 
Drawing on the extensive experience and local expertise of both professional teams, AWE and KINTEX are committed to promoting expo and cultural events that fully leverage the cross-city power of these two Asian giants. By generating new synergies in the economic and trade development of the Asia-Pacific region, this landmark new agreement has the potential to drive remarkable new growth in the MICE industry.
UFI Global Congress 2025
The 92nd UFI Global Congress, organised by UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, will be hosted by AWE in 2025. The event promises to be an extraordinary experience, featuring side-programmes throughout Mainland China’s vibrant Greater Bay Area, providing the global UFI community with access to exciting new business horizons.
 
The agreement to host the event at AWE in 2025 was signed by Irene Chan, CEO of AWE, and Geoff Dickinson, President of UFI, during the 90th UFI Global Congress in Las Vegas on 3 November 2023.
 
The UFI Global Congress is a must-attend event, attracting over 50,000 industry professionals and influential leaders from around the world. Held annually in renowned trade-show destinations, the event’s return to Asia-Pacific in 2025 is a major milestone for the region, which last hosted the event in 2019. As the host of this prestigious, high-profile event, AWE will be drawing on its proven ability to deliver exceptional event experiences, and its tireless dedication to playing a pivotal role in the global exhibition industry.
“Festival of International Pop Culture” Makes Historic Debut in Asia
ComplexCon Hong Kong
22 - 24 March 2024

Complex announced its groundbreaking move to bring its iconic cultural World Fair ComplexCon to Hong Kong. This inaugural ComplexCon Asia Edition, known as ComplexCon Hong Kong, will take place at AsiaWorld-Expo from 22 - 24 March 2024. Originated in Los Angeles, California since 2016, ComplexCon is an expertly curated festival of the future, bringing together the world's most influential brands and artists for an immersive and unforgettable days of style, sneakers, art, food, music, inspiration, and more.
 
ComplexCon will bring its unique specialty in international pop and urban culture to Hong Kong Arts Month, broadening the city’s line-up of world-class events in March where tens of thousands of international art and culture enthusiasts and industry practitioners gather to participate in this thriving cultural scene.
 
Located in close proximity to both Hong Kong International Airport and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, AWE is strategically positioned to offer convenience to visitors and extend its reach to the Greater Bay Area. Projected to welcome over 30,000 guests, ComplexCon Hong Kong will provide an unprecedented experience for global pop culture enthusiasts to participate in this important cultural tentpole moment as part of the international festivities circuit.

Celebrate an Action-Packed December at AWE
Children’s Book Fair and Super Parents & Kids Expo
8 - 10 December 2023

The highly anticipated 4th Children’s Book Fair & Super Parents & Kids Expo will be held from 8 to 10 December 2023 under the theme of “Children’s Intercultural Hub”. Designed to nurture children’s interest in reading while also promoting Hong Kong’s arts, culture, and creative fields, this major event will feature over 700 booths offering a wide range of products, educational opportunities, shopping, and other activities. It’s a must-visit event for a great family day out! To make the experience even more rewarding, children aged 3 to 11 attending the event can enjoy complimentary same-day round-trip travel on the Airport Express to AWE by simply presenting their event tickets and child Octopus at the Customer Service Centre at Hong Kong, Kowloon or Tsing Yi Airport Express Station.

IMXpo2023
14 - 17 December 2023

Get ready to fuel your passion for automotive culture at the highly anticipated International MotorXpo Hong Kong (IMXpo) 2023! Taking place from 14 to 17 December at AWE, this four-day event, organised by International Motor Show (HK) Management Limited (IMSML) in collaboration with the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) and the Chinese Culture Institute (CCI), will immerse you in Hong Kong’s unique car culture. Experience the latest car models, products, and services, along with inspirational exhibits like the Chinese EV Pavilion, Hong Kong Auto Fest, Supercar Zone, and the thrilling IMX CARnival. IMXpo2023 is the ultimate automotive extravaganza, making it a must-attend event for car enthusiasts, industry professionals, and families alike!

1st GBA Hong Kong School Education Expo
15 – 17 December 2023

The 1st GBA Hong Kong School Education Expo will take place at AWE from 15 to 17 December, representing an exciting new development for parents throughout the Greater Bay Area. This inaugural event will showcase over 100 prestigious schools, offering parents the opportunity to engage directly with educators, gain insights into admission procedures, and experience Hong Kong's vibrant multicultural study environment. Attendees can also enjoy an English Book Fair to enrich children's language skills, and the Formula Edge Asia inter-school A.I. racing competition, which is sure to spark kids’ interest in cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence.

Chill 11 2023
23 – 26 December 2023

Making its debut at AsiaWorld-Expo this Christmas, Chill 11 features a unique “retailtainment” experience in an unparalleled fusion of cultural creativity, thrilling entertainment, and irresistible shopping. A diverse range of offerings including food and beverages, arts and crafts, houseware, fashion and accessories, beauty and wellbeing, and an array of Greater Bay Area life experiences will all be presented in themed zones, complemented with some 70 workshops. Event highlights include an 8-metre-tall crystal kaleidoscope-inspired Christmas tree and a 32-metre-long bouncy castle! This vibrant hub for cultural and festive activities will also feature performances and celebrities such as Cantopop girl group, After Class. What’s more, the first 1,000 visitors on the opening day will get a goodie bag worth at least HK$150!

Airport Express HK$47 Limited
Same-Day Return Offer
11 Dec 2023 – 18 Feb 2024

To further enhance the visitor experience, AWE is once again partnering with MTR Corporation to introduce the Airport Express HK$47 Limited Offer. From 11 December 2023 to 18 February 2024, visitors can enjoy a special fare of just HK$47 for a round-trip journey to AWE on the Airport Express from Hong Kong, Kowloon, or Tsing Yi Station. What’s more, free kids rides are offered in parallel to children aged 3-11, making it the perfect choice for affordable family fun at AWE throughout December and Chinese New Year. With a travel time of only 17 minutes from Tsing Yi, this exclusive offer ensures visitors can get to AWE in the shortest possible time, ready for a day packed full of unforgettable experiences!

Growing from Strength to Strength as a Global Business Hub
Cosmopack Asia 2023
14 – 16 November 2023

After the pandemic forced two cancellations in 2020 and 2021, Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Asia finally made an eagerly anticipated return to their hometown of Hong Kong in November. The event was held under the well-established “One Fair, Two Venues” product categorisation arrangement, with Cosmopack Asia taking place at AWE.
 
In total, the 2023 Hong Kong edition of Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Asia welcomed over 60,000 attendees. The exhibition boasted 2,000 exhibitors from 43 countries and regions, covering a vast exhibition area of more than 100,000 square metres. The event also featured more than 20 group and country pavilions, including Australia, France, Germany, Israel, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, and the USA.

Eco Expo Asia
26 - 29 October 2023

The 18th Eco Expo Asia, co-organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., concluded its physical event at AWE on a high note. As a renowned global trade platform for the environmental protection industry, Eco Expo Asia was an inspirational showcase of the latest green products, equipment, and cutting-edge technology, as well as face-to-face networking opportunities that generated a wealth of new business potential. To encourage members of the public, especially the younger generation, to embrace green living, the final day of the Expo was designated as a Public Day featuring a variety of environmental talks, workshops and a Green Mart, all available free of charge. The four-day event attracted substantial attention, including over 300 exhibitors and more than 12,000 buyers representing numerous countries and regions worldwide.

October 2023 Global Sources
Hong Kong
11 – 14, 18 – 21, 27 - 30 October 2023

Across three weeks in October, the highly anticipated Global Sources Hong Kong showcased thriving sectors like sports, e-sports, smart energy, and security. The three shows’ full range comprised a dazzling variety of the latest products, from innovative new solutions for environmental protection and green sustainability, to AIOT and the hottest new trends. With over 5,000 top-tier Asian suppliers, 9,000 exhibition booths, and more than 300,000 products and peripheral goods to explore, the event was a truly vibrant experience! As a premier trade platform with global appeal, the exhibition attracted over 100,000 professional buyers from around the world.

Thrilling Concerts Add to the Excitement of Night Vibes Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s new city-wide “Night Vibes Hong Kong” campaign is designed to promote the night-time economy. Leveraging its unique strengths as a leading venue for large-scale exhibitions, conferences, concerts and more, AWE proudly supported the campaign by introducing “AWEsome Booths” at two major musical events during the recent Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays—namely, at the diverse local music event “TONE Music Festival 2023”, and the first-ever tour of Korean girl group LE SSERAFIM at the “2023 LE SSERAFIM TOUR ‘FLAME RISES’ IN HONG KONG”.
 
Both concerts brought a vibrant atmosphere to AWE, attracting tens of thousands of music lovers. To further enhance the “Night Vibes Hong Kong” experience, AWE extended the operating hours of its AWE Pop-up Café until 23:00 and offered complimentary Hong Kong-style curry fish balls with a refreshing iced pineapple drink to everyone who downloaded the AsiaWorld-Expo app and registered for membership.
 
The success of this event highlights Hong Kong’s passion for music and cultural activities. AWE has already hosted some 100 concerts this year in a record-breaking line-up that has injected new excitement into the city’s nightlife while also providing unparalleled opportunities for entertainment and relaxation.
Airport Authority Welcomes Support from Policy Address on Airport Development
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) welcomes the Chief Executive’s continuous support as detailed in his 2023 Policy Address to the various development projects at Hong Kong International Airport’s (HKIA), including the Three-runway System, new cargo facilities, commercial developments in SKYCITY, expansion of AsiaWorld-Expo, enhanced connectivity with the Greater Bay Area, and sustainability projects.
 
The shared vision of the Government and AAHK is to further consolidate HKIA's position as a leading international aviation hub and transform HKIA from a city airport into an Airport City. The Airport City is envisaged to be a new landmark and a destination on its own, attracting visitors from Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and other major markets. AAHK will continue to work closely with the Government and business partners to implement the various projects and realise the Airport City vision.
Attraction Partners
Hong Kong Disneyland
Enter a magical kingdom inspired by fairy-tale dreams — filled with beauty, excitement and Disney Characters

Ngong Ping 360
World’s top 10 amazing cable car ride to the majestic outdoor bronze Buddha

Hotel Partners
Four Points by Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung
The first Four Points brand landing in Hong Kong by Marriott International, equipped with 1,001 restful guestrooms. Located at this sea front location with unrivalled access to the best hiking, biking trails, local heritage and eco-attractions. This hotel enjoys enviable transport connections close to the airport, AsiaWorld-Expo, China and Macau.
Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel
Directly connected to AsiaWorld-Expo, with 658 newly reimagined, spacious guest rooms and 14 thoughtfully appointed venues offering more than 13,000 sq.ft. of multi-function space.
Novotel Citygate Hong Kong
Situated in the city's leading outlet mall, our Hotel has 440 stylish guest room with facilities include 4 restaurants, 7 venues cater up to 300 persons, an outdoor swimming pool, and a 24-hour gym.
Regal Airport Hotel
Regal Airport Hotel offers room stay for up to 10 hours perfectly fit the needs of transients. Tuck into our cozy yet comfortable bedding and enjoy a peaceful nap before the journey.
Regala Skycity Hotel
Located next to AsiaWorld-Expo with 2 minutes’ walk, Regala Skycity Hotel is an ideal place for you to stay after attending concerts and exhibitions. Book our “Concert and Expo Package”!
Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel
Centred in a community neighbourhood, guests can relax in comfortable distinctive spaces, indulge at the rooftop Sunset Grill or Yue Chinese restaurant, while enjoying seaviews and Lantau mountain views from Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung.
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong
As the world's highest hotel, The Ritz-Carlton in Hong Kong boasts a strategic location on the West Kowloon waterfront and cultural district, an esteemed neighborhood featuring luxury residential developments, modern financial and retail spaces, and a new multi-billion HK dollar cultural development that can be easily accessed via a footbridge.
The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery
The Hotel is a haven of luxury and tranquility located in the heart of Tung Chung. With 206 guest rooms, 3 outlets surrounded by lush greenery, 24-hour gym, outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
W Hong Kong
Located conveniently in West Kowloon, W Hong Kong makes meetings memorable with 393 rooms and 1,200 sqm function space with its Whatever/Whenever® service philosophy and unique W sensory setup.