Labubu and Blackpink’s Jennie draw thousands to ComplexCon Hong Kong

ComplexCon Hong Kong broke attendance records, expecting tens of thousands over the two-day event at AsiaWorld-Expo. On Saturday morning, attendees took selfies with Labubu sculptures and queued for exclusive merchandise. Tourism chief Rosanna Law Shuk-pui said the event fits perfectly with the city’s arts and culture DNA.

Organisers said this year’s ComplexCon Hong Kong edition had broken attendance records and would draw tens of thousands across the two-day event at AsiaWorld-Expo. On Saturday morning, attendees took selfies with sculptures of Labubu and queued for exclusive merchandise, while others explored local vinyl record social enterprises and T-shirt brands. Blackpink’s Jennie helped draw crowds, as highlighted in the event title. Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui spoke at the opening ceremony, noting that ComplexCon presented an “impressive and dynamic combination” of pop culture programmes. The event is backed by the government’s Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund for a third year. “I am delighted to see that our city’s distinctive arts and culture DNA makes it the perfect home for this global convergence of style, trainers, music,” Law said.

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Punk rock Mickey and Minnie Mouse modeling Blackpink x Disney x Complex streetwear capsule collection, with hoodies, tees, and Blackpink photocards.
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Blackpink x Disney x Complex launch punk-inspired capsule collection

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Blackpink has partnered with Disney and Complex for a limited-edition capsule collection reimagining Mickey and Minnie Mouse in a 1970s punk rock aesthetic. Designed by Disney's global creative director Bobby Kim, the streetwear lineup—including T-shirts, hoodies, crop tops, accessories, and more—launched exclusively on Complex.com/Shop on March 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. PST (12 p.m. ET), following the group's mini-album 'DEADLINE'. Each purchase includes a collectible photocard of Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, or Lisa.

Veteran politician Regina Ip, now an online sensation, will join global stars including Blackpink's Jennie, American rapper Yeat, and Korean R&B singer Crush at the Hong Kong edition of ComplexCon later this month. The 75-year-old, convenor of the government's Executive Council, is set for a fan meeting at the two-day pop culture festival. Participants can receive an exclusive signed photo card and join a hi-bye session.

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Fans and cosplayers flooded Con-Con Hong Kong 2026, a new intellectual property festival that debuted in Hong Kong on Saturday. Visitors stocked up on exclusive merchandise and photographed the latest figurines, with displays featuring pop culture hits like the Godzilla franchise alongside local designs. Undersecretary for Commerce and Economic Development Bernard Chan Pak-li spoke at the opening ceremony.

More than 180,000 fans attended the Strawberry Music Festival in Beijing and Dongguan during the May Day holiday. The event, organized by Modern Sky, brought together international acts like Pixies and Johnny Marr with leading Chinese rock bands.

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The Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament drew a record 113,000 fans over three days, up 3% from last year. South Africa won the men's title by routing Argentina 35-7, while New Zealand defended the women's cup with a 19-14 victory over Australia. Hong Kong defended its Melrose Claymores title with a 19-15 win over Japan.

Members of K-pop group Seventeen were seen around Singapore during their March 6-8 concert weekend. The group performed at the National Stadium on March 7 as part of their world tour. Fan sightings and media praise highlighted the event's energy.

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Muddy grounds and rain caused chaos at the 2026 Coffee Hong Kong @WestK festival in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District over Easter weekend, prompting backlash against the organiser's response. The arts hub’s authority urged timely measures for vendors. Return Coffee owner Cheng reported ankle-deep flooding and potential HK$20,000 losses.

 

 

 

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