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World-class sporting action, elite athletes, top-tier venues: Why you need to visit Hong Kong this November
For the first time, the city will join Guangdong and Macau to co-host the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China from Nov 9 to 21
Held once evey four years, the National Games will see elite athletes from all over mainland China and its special administrative regions take the stage.
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This November, Hong Kong’s iconic skyline transforms into the backdrop for China’s highest-level and largest multi-sport event.
For the first time, the city is co-hosting the National Games with Guangdong and Macau, with the sporting event set to feature elite athletes from different provinces, municipalities and special administrative regions, all vying for top honours in a wide range of disciplines.
Spectators can expect to catch thrilling sports events such as beach volleyball and rugby sevens.
PHOTO: HONG KONG SAR GOVERNMENT
Held every four years, the National Games will feature various sports, such as rugby sevens, golf and basketball.
Celebrating unity and innovation in sports
Two landmark cross-boundary events – the road cycling race and the marathon – epitomise the spirit of collaboration and innovation among the three co-host jurisdictions of China’s 15th National Games.
The 230-kilometre road cycling race connects all three areas, including a 55-kilometre stretch within Hong Kong. Uniquely, the route will take riders along the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, giving competitors additional challenges in the form of crosswinds and a 6.7-kilometre underwater tunnel section.
The road cycling race will take participants through Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macau.
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Similarly, the cross-boundary marathon will start in Shenzhen before covering about 21 kilometres in Hong Kong and then returning via the Shenzhen Western Corridor to the finish line.
Both cross-boundary competitions have required exceptional coordination and trust-building among all parties involved. The events are made possible through a closed-loop management system, advanced technology and precise attention to traffic management.
Competition schedule and ticketing arrangements
In November, Hong Kong will stage eight competition events for the 15 National Games:
In December, Hong Kong will stage four competition events for the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities (NGD) and the 9th National Special Olympic Games (NSOG):
Hong Kong also hosted bowling, a mass participation event of the 15th National Games, from Aug 22 to 24, and will stage para dance sport, a mass participation event of the 12th NGD, from Sept 6 to 7.
Ticket prices for events in Hong Kong are affordable and will be sold in the form of half-day or full-day passes. A ticket holder with one ticket may watch multiple competitions held at the same venue within the half-day or full-day period, and may re-enter and leave the venue repeatedly during that period.
Starting from Aug 28, tickets will go on sale to the public in phases and batches. Interested parties may log in to the 15th National Games official ticketing website 12th NGD and 9th NSOG official ticketing website
Tickets to watch competitions in Hong Kong can also be purchased at the designated sales outlets of the designated offline service provider – China Travel Service (Hong Kong) Limited. Purchases at these sales outlets do not require prior registration on the official websites. official website of the 15th National Games
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World-class venues for world-class sporting excellence
Visitors coming to Hong Kong for the Games will be delighted by the chance to experience the city’s state-of-the-art sports facilities. Since opening in March, the Kai Tak Sports Park has ushered in a new era for the city as a “sportainment” hub in the region.
Kai Tak Stadium’s flexible pitch system enables the venue to host a variety of events while its retractable roof provides an all-weather venue for a wide range of sports and entertainment events.
Spectators at the rugby sevens event of the National Games will be thrilled by action on the pitch and the electric atmosphere of the 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium. The excitement continues at the 10,000-seat Kai Tak Arena, which will host fencing, handball (men) and boccia events.
The new Kai Tak stadium opened in March this year and will be the venue for the rugby sevens event.
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Meanwhile, the triathlon competition will bring the heat of sporting battle to the very heart of the city. Taking place at Central Harbourfront and Victoria Harbour, the race will see athletes swimming, cycling and running along the waterfront with the famous Victoria Harbour providing a breathtaking backdrop for spectators to soak up the vibrant atmosphere.
In addition to the modern facilities and scenic beauty of the city, visitors will be enthralled by Hong Kong’s blend of tradition and modernity enveloped by a charming cultural convergence of influences from east and west.
Bustling sports development
Hong Kong’s sports development is thriving with dynamic growth and increasing engagement across all levels. At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, Hong Kong athletes achieved historic results, securing two gold and two bronze medals, as well as three gold, four silver and one bronze medal, respectively. At the World Games 2025 which has just closed, Hong Kong, China won three gold, two silver and one bronze medal. The co-hosting of the 15th National Games will undoubtedly elevate Hong Kong sport to new heights, creating exciting opportunities and encouraging greater public participation.
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Visit this website for more information on the National Games.
