• An exciting cultural milestone—HABFest 2025—is coming to the city this September.
• Giant hot air balloons in imaginative designs, some measuring up to 23 metres tall and 19 metres wide, will add splashes of spectacular colour to the evening canvas of Victoria Harbour.
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.]
This September, Hong Kong will open its doors to a spectacle long cherished around the globe but never before seen here: the “AIA International Hot Air Balloon Fest,” HABFest 2025. From September 4 to 7, the Central Harbourfront Event Space will transform into a living canvas of colour and light as giant balloons drift in from Canada, Germany, Britain, Japan and beyond. The city’s inaugural tethered hot air balloon ride will finally take flight, overcoming the logistical and regulatory hurdles that once made such an event nearly impossible in our dense urban landscape.
Delivering this urban marvel demands professional precision. Expert teams will coordinate every element—from specialised rigging to real-time weather monitoring—ensuring each lift is as safe as it is sensational. Strict adherence to safety regulations and flawless technical execution make every moment aloft both exhilarating and secure. For Hong Kongers and visitors alike, this meticulously crafted experience will stand out as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to soar above the harbour without ever leaving the heart of the city.
