Join the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair from September 1-5, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, showcasing the latest in watches and clocks.
Dates
1–5 Sep 2026
City / country
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Venue
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Event overview
The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is a premier event showcasing the latest innovations in the watch and clock industry.
It brings together manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers from around the globe, providing a platform for networking and business opportunities.
TL;DR
Visitors to the fair can expect to discover the latest products, network with industry leaders, and gain insights into market trends. Dates and Venue: The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair runs from September 1-5, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for the watch and clock industry, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, retailers, and buyers.
Exhibiting at the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair provides companies with unparalleled visibility in the market, access to key buyers, and the chance to showcase their innovations to a global audience. Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for the watch and clock industry, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, retailers, and buyers looking for the latest trends in watches and clocks.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
2Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Entrances & gates
Main Entrance
Food options
Cafeteria
On-site diningParking: Parking is available at the venue; please confirm rates and access on the official site.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Ticket notes
Please register online for free entry.
How the last edition performed
Visitors
12,000
Exhibitors
800
Edition #
44
Growth over time
New this edition
Salon de TIME
Co-located premium showcase presenting more than 130 renowned brands across five themed categories, opened to the public free of charge in recent editions.
SourceWorld Brand Piazza
A highlighted zone within Salon de TIME presenting nine world-class watch brands.
SourceClick2Match business matching
HKTDC AI-driven business matching platform connecting buyers and exhibitors before, during and after the fair, remaining open beyond the physical show.
SourceEXHIBITION+ hybrid format
Combines the physical fair at HKCEC with online sourcing and meeting tools for international buyers who cannot travel.
SourceNext edition outlook
2027-09-01 – 2027-09-05The 2027 edition is expected to feature more exhibitors and visitors, showcasing the latest trends in the watch and clock industry.
Impact
The 2025 edition brought together 12,000+ visitors at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is a premier event showcasing the latest innovations in the watch and clock industry. It brings together manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers from around the globe, providing a platform for networking and business opportunities. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is vital for industry players to connect, explore new trends, and.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Retail buyers from watch and clock stores, Distributors and wholesalers in the watch industry, Designers and manufacturers of timepieces, Industry professionals seeking new suppliers. Dates and Venue: The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair runs from September 1-5, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for the watch and clock industry, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors. Organiser: The fair is organised by the Hong.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibiting at the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair provides companies with unparalleled visibility in the market, access to key buyers, and the chance to showcase their innovations to a global audience. Scale and Focus: This event is a key platform for the watch and clock industry, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, retailers, and buyers looking for the latest trends in watches and clocks. Exhibitor categories include Watch manufacturers.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair on 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-05 in Hong Kong lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Smart and connected timepieces
Wearables and hybrid smart watches now sit alongside mechanical lines at global watch trade fairs.
Luxury and premium brand pull
High-end mechanical and prestige brands anchor the fair's premium showcase.
AI-driven sourcing and matchmaking
AI business matching is reshaping how buyers and exhibitors find each other.
Emerging market demand
Demand is shifting toward emerging markets for watch and clock sourcing.
Sustainability in components and packaging
Sustainability is moving into watch materials, straps and packaging.
Hybrid exhibition formats
Trade fairs now pair the physical show with year-round online sourcing.
Watch buyers who work the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair typically pair it with the Geneva luxury showcases, the Munich and Vicenza jewellery-watch cycles and Dubai Watch Week to cover both high-end retail and volume sourcing across the calendar year.
Pre-show
Lock in supplier appointments through the HKTDC trade buyer platform and confirm stand numbers for Hall 1, Hall 3 and the Salon de TIME zone.
Show week
Hall walk-throughs, quote collection, movement and component sourcing, and after-hours meetings in Wan Chai.
Post-show
Follow up quotations, negotiate OEM/ODM terms and place pre-Chinese New Year production orders.
Peer events are established sector fairs; confirm dates on each organiser website before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Hong Kong
Primary international gateway serving Hong Kong.
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
The closest full-service hotel to the fair halls, linked to the convention centre by an internal walkway; strongest for exhibitors and buyers who want zero transfer time.
Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel
Harbour-view rooms and a five-minute walk to the Expo Drive entrance; popular with trade delegations during fair week.
The St. Regis Hong Kong
Premium flagship about eight minutes on foot from HKCEC, suited to brand principals and senior buying teams hosting client dinners.
Novotel Century Hong Kong
Mid-range international chain hotel about ten minutes' walk from the venue, with easy access to the Wan Chai MTR station.
ibis Hong Kong Central & Sheung Wan
Reliable budget option two MTR stops or a 15-minute taxi ride from HKCEC, with tram and Island Line connections to Wan Chai.
Best Western Plus Hotel Kowloon
Lowest-cost base for the fair, reached by MTR to Wan Chai in about 15 minutes or by Star Ferry to the Wan Chai pier.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
train
Trains every 10 minutes with a 24-minute journey; free in-town check-in is available at Hong Kong and Kowloon stations for departing flights.
metro
From Hong Kong Station ride the Island Line to Wan Chai, then walk 10–12 minutes via the elevated footbridge network to the Expo Drive entrance. Services run roughly 06:00–00:30.
taxi
Red urban taxis are the fastest door-to-door option at 30–45 minutes off-peak; queues build on weekday mornings, so the Airport Express is quicker at peak times.
bus
Runs about every 20–30 minutes with luggage racks onboard and a journey of around 70 minutes into Wan Chai; a cheap alternative when travelling with oversized baggage.
bus
Direct coaches serve Wan Chai and Causeway Bay, clearing Hong Kong immigration at the port; allow 90–120 minutes including border formalities.
ferry
Six-minute harbour crossing linking Kowloon hotels to the Wan Chai waterfront, a short walk from HKCEC; services run roughly 06:30–23:00.
taxi
30–45 minutes by taxi off-peak; 24 minutes by Airport Express to Hong Kong Station plus a 10-minute MTR and footbridge transfer; Primary international gateway, with 100+ airlines and direct flights from Europe, North America, the Middle East and across Asia. The Airport Express r
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-free visit | Nationals of about 170 countries and territories, including the United Kingdom, United States, EU member states, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore and South Korea | — | No application needed; visa-free stay of 7 to 180 days depending on nationality | |
| Pre-arrival Registration (PAR) | Indian nationals visiting Hong Kong for 14 days or less | — | Free online registration, normally granted immediately; print the notification and carry it with the passport | |
| Visit visa / entry permit | Nationals without visa-free access, and anyone staying longer than the visa-free period allows, including mainland Chinese residents requiring an exit-entry permit | $42.00 | Around four to six weeks; apply to the Hong Kong Immigration Department or the nearest Chinese diplomatic mission |
Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may enter Hong Kong visa-free for 7 to 180 days, so most trade visitors need no visa for the September fair. Check your specific nationality on the Immigration Department and GovHK pages before booking.
Hong Kong does not operate the ATA Carnet system; exhibitors bringing samples or display goods use the Hong Kong Customs temporary import arrangement or re-export the goods after the fair.
Official visa pageWeather
September in Hong Kong is hot, humid and unsettled, with daytime highs of 31–33 C, overnight lows of 25–27 C and very high humidity through the day. The month averages around 15 rain days and sits inside the peak typhoon season, so expect intense but short showers that clear quickly. Pack breathable cotton or linen, a compact umbrella, and a light jacket for the heavily air-conditioned halls at HKCEC.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Hong Kong has fast, cheap mobile data: prepaid tourist SIMs from CSL, 1O1O, SmarTone, 3 Hong Kong and China Mobile Hong Kong are sold at Hong Kong International Airport and in Wan Chai and Causeway Bay stores, typically with 5G data bundles valid for 7 to 30 days. eSIM travellers can activate Airalo, Nomad or Saily plans before landing. Free Wi-Fi is available at HKG airport, on the MTR, at HKCEC and in most hotels and cafés; roaming from mainland Chinese or overseas carriers also works but costs more than a local prepaid SIM.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business etiquette
Hong Kong business culture blends Chinese and international practice: punctuality, business cards exchanged with both hands and clear agendas are expected, and meetings move quickly with decisions often taken by a senior executive present in the room.
Tipping and payments
Restaurants commonly add a 10% service charge; taxis are paid in cash and rounding up the fare is normal, while Octopus cards cover MTR, buses, ferries and most convenience stores.
Dress and climate
Business dress is smart-casual to formal at the fair, with light fabrics recommended for the September heat and humidity; venues are strongly air-conditioned, so carry a layer for meeting rooms and halls.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: HKG
Book into Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), which has direct flights from London, Frankfurt, Paris, Dubai, Singapore, Tokyo, Sydney and major mainland Chinese cities; typical long-haul fares peak in the first week of September as business travel resumes after summer. Cathay Pacific, HK Express, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates and mainland carriers all serve the route, and fares are usually lowest 8–12 weeks before departure. Arrive the day before the fair opens so you can collect an Octopus card, pick up a prepaid SIM and reach Wan Chai before the first morning session.
Most trade visitors do not need a visa: nationals of about 170 countries and territories may enter Hong Kong visa-free for 7 to 180 days. Other nationalities must obtain a visa or entry permit before arrival.
Estimated cost: Visit visa fee is HKD 330 (about USD 42) for nationalities who require a visa; visa-free entry and the Indian nationals' Pre-arrival Registration are free.
Processing: Varies by nationality; visit visa applications are typically submitted several weeks before travel.
Indian nationals qualify for free Pre-arrival Registration for stays up to 14 days. Confirm current requirements on the Hong Kong Immigration Department and GovHK pages before booking travel.
OfficialFind a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2026-09-01
Check-out (recommended)
2026-09-06
Areas to stay
Sheung Wan · Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon · Wan Chai · Wan Chai, adjacent to HKCEC · Wan Chai, directly connected to HKCEC
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Hong Kong (HKG): Primary international gateway serving Hong Kong.. Allow road or rail time to Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: Wan Chai, directly connected to HKCEC: Grand Hyatt Hong Kong; Wan Chai, adjacent to HKCEC: Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel; Wan Chai: The St. Regis Hong Kong.
Ride-hail: Uber operates across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon and is widely used for hotel-to-venue trips, with pick-up points usually set at hotel drives or designated loading bays. Local taxi-hailing apps such as HKTaxi and FlyTaxi connect to red urban taxis. HKCEC sits in a low-emission zone with restricted kerbside access, so many drivers drop off on Expo Drive or Harbour Road, a two-minute walk from the entrance.
Public transit: The MTR is the fastest way around: the Island Line stops at Wan Chai, a 10–12 minute covered walk from HKCEC, with fares of HKD 6–15 using an Octopus card. The Airport Express links HKG to Hong Kong Station in 24 minutes for HKD 115 one-way. Trams along Hennessy Road cost HKD 3.0 flat, Citybus and KMB routes serve the Wan Chai (HKCEC) terminus on Expo Drive, and the Star Ferry connects Tsim Sha Tsui to Wan Chai in six minutes.
Parking: HKCEC operates an on-site car park with hourly charging and direct lift access to the exhibition halls, though spaces fill early on peak fair days and clearance is limited for large vehicles. Many Wan Chai hotels including the Grand Hyatt and Renaissance offer valet or in-house parking for guests, and metered street parking in Wan Chai is scarce. Most trade visitors use the MTR, taxi or hotel shuttle instead of driving.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: September 2026
Temperature: Lows of 25–27 C and daytime highs of 31–33 C, with humidity above 80% through the day
Seasonality: September is one of Hong Kong's wettest and stormiest months, averaging about 15 rain days and sitting in the peak typhoon season; showers are heavy but usually short, and the Hong Kong Observatory issues typhoon signals that can affect flights and ferry services.
Packing: Pack light breathable shirts, trousers and skirts, plus a compact umbrella or packable rain jacket for sudden downpours. Bring comfortable walking shoes for the halls, a light layer for heavily air-conditioned venues, and a spare shirt or blouse if you are moving between outdoor piers and indoor meetings.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Wednesday 2 September 2026 (Day 2)
Day 2 gives a full trading day after the opening ceremony rush, with exhibitor teams settled into appointment schedules and buyer traffic at its peak across all halls. Mid-week attendance also keeps flights and Wan Chai hotel rates below the Friday and weekend band, and the final public day draws consumer crowds that reduce productive sourcing time for trade visitors.
Confirm visa or visa-free entry and passport validity — Check GovHK visa requirements for your nationality and renew your passport if it has under 6 months validity.
Book flights into Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) — Compare fares into HKG and allow time for immigration and the Airport Express transfer to Wan Chai.
Reserve a hotel in Wan Chai or Central — Stay in Wan Chai for walking access to HKCEC or in Central for the Airport Express link.
Register online for your visitor badge — Complete free trade-visitor registration at hkwatchfair.hktdc.com and save the confirmation.
Download the fair app, hall plan and programme — Use the HKTDC fair app to plan exhibitor visits and the Salon de TIME schedule.
Set up Click2Match meetings — Book AI-matched meetings with exhibitors before the show to secure stand appointments.
Shortlist exhibitors and product categories — Review watch, clock, machinery, packaging and smart-wear sections and note stand numbers.
Plan local transport and payment — Get an Octopus card and note MTR routes to Wan Chai plus airport taxi options.
Prepare documents and packing — Pack business cards, meeting notes, a light rain jacket and breathable clothing for humid September days.
Arrange connectivity and currency — Buy a local SIM or eSIM data plan and some Hong Kong dollars for incidentals.
Arrive, collect badge and orient at HKCEC — Allow time on arrival for badge collection and a walk-through of halls to confirm meeting points.
Macau
Shenzhen
HKTDC business matching lounge
Organiser-run matchmaking and buyer meeting area; pre-book slots through the fair's trade buyer platform before arriving.
Salon de TIME premium zone
Quieter high-end zone where brand principals and collectors hold appointments; strongest for distributor and boutique-channel conversations.
Wan Chai waterfront and Lee Tung Avenue
Restaurants, cafés and hotel bars along Lockhart Road, Jaffe Road and Lee Tung Avenue absorb the after-hours crowd for informal follow-up meetings.
Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visa_fee
visitor · Visit visa / entry permit
USD 42 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visa_fee | visitor | Visit visa / entry permit | USD 42 / per application | official |
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
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