Hong Kong hitting high notes as fans roll in for Blackpink concerts

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Harvey KongJanuary 22, 2026 at 03:23 PM

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Blackpink is holding three concerts at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong this weekend, marking the final stop of their "Deadline" global tour. The concerts, taking place Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, are expected to generate approximately HK$200 million (US$25.6 million) in economic value for Hong Kong. Fans have already begun arriving in the city and purchasing merchandise, with the Kai Tak Sports Park decorated in pink. Professor Terence Chong Tai-leung predicts that restaurants, bars, and the hospitality sector will particularly benefit from the influx of visitors attending the sold-out shows.

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