Hong Kong's 'A Symphony of Lights' to be permanently retired in 2026
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
Hong Kong's 'A Symphony of Lights' resumed normal operation on September 21, 2026, following a weather-related suspension. However, the government confirmed in February 2026 that the 22-year-old light show is being permanently retired in the second half of this year. The show had lit up Victoria Harbour nightly since its debut in January 2004.
From travelerstoday.com
Why it matters
The show was designated the world's largest permanent light and sound show by Guinness World Records in 2005. Its permanent retirement impacts a major, long-running tourist attraction in Hong Kong.
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Who's involved
- Hong KongThe location where the light show operated and is being retired
- Guinness World RecordsThe organization that designated the show as the world's largest permanent light and sound show in 2005
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The entities involved
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Guinness World Records
reference book listing world records
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Hong Kong
city and special administrative region of China
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