Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform in Hong Kong for the first time in eight years. Photo: Getty Images

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Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform in Hong Kong for the first time in eight years. Photo: Getty Images 07.05.2026

South China Morning Post

Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd is scheduled to perform in Hong Kong in October as part of the final leg of his “After Hours Til Dawn” tour, marking his first performance in the city in eight years. While specific dates are undisclosed, insiders suggest the concert will be held at the main stadium of the newly constructed Kai Tak Sports Park. Live Nation, a concert promoter, released a cryptic teaser video across regional social media, hinting at upcoming shows in locations including Hong Kong. The Weeknd, known for hits like “Blinding Lights” and “Starboy,” last performed in Hong Kong in 2018 at the AsiaWorld-Arena.

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