Dates to be confirmed. French May runs across May (and often into June). The 2027 programme and venues are announced by the organisers nearer the time.
In short: One of Asia's biggest cultural festivals fills May 2027 with French music, dance, theatre, film and exhibitions at venues across Hong Kong.
Running since 1993, French May is one of the largest French arts festivals in Asia — a month-long programme of concerts, dance, theatre, cinema and exhibitions staged at venues across the city, plus the food-focused French GourMay running alongside.
Event Essentials
WhenMay 2027 (often into June)
WhereVenues citywide
Getting thereVaries by venue
CostFree to ticketed (by event)
Companion eventLe French GourMay (dining)
Officialfrenchmay.com
What to expect
Dozens of events spanning high art and crowd-pleasers — orchestral concerts, contemporary dance, art exhibitions, film screenings and family programmes. Some are free; marquee performances are ticketed.
Tips for visitors
Browse the programme early and book the headline shows, which sell out. Pair an evening performance with a French GourMay dinner for the full Francophile experience.