Clockenflap 2026 has revealed its first wave of artists, and the lineup promises one of Hong Kong’s biggest music weekends of the year. Asia’s premier outdoor music and arts festival returns to the Central Harbourfront Event Space from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December 2026.
The organisers announced the names on 7 October. As a result, fans now know who tops the bill on each night. However, the festival says many more acts are still to come.
Hayley Williams and Keshi Headline Clockenflap 2026
Paramore frontwoman and solo artist Hayley Williams headlines on Saturday. She recently joined the Primavera Festival 2027 bill as a headliner, too. In addition, Hong Kong fans will be the first in the region to see her live show in person.
Meanwhile, alt-R&B star Keshi tops the bill on Friday. On Sunday, shoegaze masters Slowdive lead the programme. Together, the three acts give each day a clear and distinct anchor.
Clockenflap 2026 Lineup by Day
The first announcement spreads 21 acts across three days. Here is how the schedule looks so far.
Friday, 4 December
- Keshi
- Malcolm Todd
- Kim Gordon
- HE.R Soundsystem
- Fazerdaze
Saturday, 5 December
- Hayley Williams
- Queens of the Stone Age
- Sleaford Mods
- Marcel Dettmann
- PAMI
- Chanpan
Sunday, 6 December
- Slowdive
- HYUKOH
- The Jesus and Mary Chain
- Digable Planets
- DOMi & JD Beck
- Daniela Andrade
- SIX60
- Brekky Boy
Rock Icons, Hip-Hop Pioneers and Jazz Innovators
Beyond the headliners, the lineup covers a wide range of genres. Hard rock heavyweights Queens of the Stone Age join fast-rising alt-R&B star Malcolm Todd. Similarly, Korean indie favourites HYUKOH share the weekend with influential alt-rockers The Jesus and Mary Chain.
Sonic Youth co-founder Kim Gordon also features on Friday. Elsewhere, alternative hip-hop pioneers Digable Planets and cult post-punk duo Sleaford Mods bring plenty of attitude to the bill.
For jazz fans, DOMi & JD Beck and jazz-fusion outfit Brekky Boy are highlights. Meanwhile, techno titan Marcel Dettmann and electronic duo HE.R Soundsystem cover the dance floor. Finally, singer-songwriter Daniela Andrade, pop-rockers SIX60, alt-R&B vocalist PAMI, dream-pop act Fazerdaze and genre-blending trio Chanpan round out the first wave.
More Than Music at Central Harbourfront
Clockenflap is famous for its harbourfront setting, with the skyline towering over the stages. Once again, the festival will run multiple stages featuring international, regional and local acts.
In addition to the music, visitors can explore art installations and family-friendly workshops and performances. There will also be food and drink from some of the city’s best-loved outlets. The Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund, under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government, supports this year’s festival.
Clockenflap 2026 Ticket Prices
Tickets are on sale now through the official platform, Ticketflap. General sales opened at 3pm HKT on Saturday 10 October 2026.
- General Admission: HK$2,180 for a 3-Day Weekend pass, or HK$1,380 for a single day (Fri, Sat or Sun)
- Under 18: HK$1,680 for a 3-Day Weekend pass, or HK$980 for a single day
The American Express priority booking window, with 15% off, ran from 6 to 10 October and has now closed. Even so, eligible American Express Cardmembers can still save 12% on all tickets until 2:59pm HKT on 10 November 2026. These offers apply only on the designated platforms, while stocks last. Terms and conditions apply.
Why Clockenflap 2026 Matters for Hong Kong
For Hong Kong, the festival remains a key date on the cultural calendar. Moreover, a lineup of this scale draws music fans from across the region and supports the city’s push to grow as an arts and tourism hub. For the latest updates, visit the official Clockenflap website. You can also read more stories on culture and city life in our City & Culture section.
