CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 A Global IP Showcase Inspiring Boundless Imagination Presented by Medialink Group Limited

(Hong Kong, January 19, 2026) CON-CON HONG KONG 2026, the world’s first Asia-wide IP extravaganza curated in Hong Kong and deeply rooted in the city’s cultural DNA, will make its grand debut at AsiaWorld-Expo from April 4–5, 2026. This landmark two-day event brings together IP-focused programmes, a large-scale music festival and an immersive black box theatre experience, positioning itself as a global cultural phenomenon for audiences in Hong Kong and beyond.

In Hong Kong, “mix and match” is more than a style—it is the foundation of the city’s identity. East meets West, tradition intersects with innovation. This unique convergence of values and practices has shaped Hong Kong’s distinctive creativity and vibrant cultural DNA.

Building on this legacy, CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 celebrates the originality and dynamism that define Hong Kong’s creative spirit. The event will unite local, Asian and international IPs and creative entities across diverse fields, including collectibles, anime, music, fashion, art and design. As a key hub for cultural dialogue, cross-sector collaboration and in-depth exchange, CON-CON will inspire boundless creative possibilities and forge meaningful global connections. Designed as an all-new cross-sector platform for IPs, CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 brings Hong Kong’s original creations onto the world stage, highlighting their distinctive strengths within today’s cultural and creative industries.

CON-CON: Convention for Connection – Where Creativity and Culture Connect

Short for “Convention for Connection”, CON-CON is a cultural summit dedicated to building meaningful and lasting connections. It bridges creators with IPs, brands with audiences, trends with culture—and most importantly, Hong Kong with the world.

CON-CON is not simply an anime convention, a music festival or a brand exhibition. It is a powerful platform where diverse cultures, creative disciplines and industry forces converge. As one of Asia’s most ambitious large-scale annual cross-cultural events, CON-CON brings popular culture, ACG culture, renowned IPs and brands under one roof to facilitate purposeful exchange among exceptional creators, spark unprecedented synergies and encourage cross-cultural pollination. At its core, CON-CON serves as a driving force for IP internationalisation and creative breakthroughs.

Event Host – Medialink Group Limited – A Cultural Experience Like No Other

The inaugural CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 is solely invested by Medialink Group and orchestrated by its subsidiary, CON-CON (HK) Limited. Headquartered in Hong Kong for more than three decades, its operations now span Greater China, Japan and Southeast Asia, boasting a portfolio of more than 1,000 pop culture and
anime IPs. Medialink Group Limited is a key driver in Asia’s IP content distribution, brand licensing and physical entertainment rights. From merchandise licensing and large-scale events to digital platforms, Medialink Group Limited continues to be a leader in the world of IPs: its portfolio now includes 11 YouTube channels – including Ani-One – with a combined, cross-generational subscriber count exceeding 10 million.

CON-CON is the fruit of Medialink Group Limited’s decades of acclaimed experience and resources, all presented in one physical event.

A Two-Day Cultural Extravaganza: IP Culture × Music Festival × Black Box Theatre

Over two dynamic days, CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 will present a diverse range of cross-format cultural programmes, including:

• Renowned Japanese IPs and their global collaborators
• Exclusive IP experiential zones
• Hong Kong IPs that reveal the city’s boundless creativity
• A musical spectacle featuring Hong Kong and Japanese performers
• World premieres of anime series and fan meet-and-greets
• Event-exclusive, limited-edition IP collectibles
• Dedicated zone for Hong Kong’s newest IP creators
• Industry-focused talks and panel discussions
• Press conferences and new product launches

The event will also feature an immersive Black Box Theatre, designed to foster deeper interaction among creators, industry professionals and fans. Visitors can expect a cutting-edge celebration of contemporary Asian pop culture, with experiences spanning collectibles, music, art, anime, games, fashion, lifestyle, sports, food and beyond.

Event Creative Director COIN PARKING DELIVERY to Dial up the Energy for CON-CON

To fully realise CON-CON HONG KONG 2026’s mission in nurturing cultural exchange and creative synergy, organiser CON-CON (HK) Limited has appointed internationally renowned artist COIN PARKING DELIVERY as event creative director. Reputed for fusing its own DNA with prominent IPs, COIN PARKING DELIVERY’s works could be seen across animation, cosmetics, watches, sports, apparel, collectibles and K-POP. Sharing similar values as CON-CON HONG KONG 2026, COIN PARKING DELIVERY will deliver a one-of-a-kind style and visual language through jaw-dropping brand concepts and on-site experiences for the event.

Artists from HK and Japan to Raise the Roof at the 2-Day Music Festival

The two-day music festival at CON-CON HONG KONG 2026 will feature an electrifying lineup of chart-topping J-POP artists, renowned performers of iconic anime theme songs, and some of Hong Kong’s most in-demand pop acts. Together, they will deliver a high-energy musical showcase that celebrates the dynamic exchange between Asian pop cultures. Stay tuned to CON-CON HONG KONG 2026’s official social media channels for updates on participating IPs, artists and brands.

“CON-CON HONG KONG 2026” Event Details

• Event Date: April 4-5, 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)

• Event Location: Halls 3, 6, 8, 9, 11, AsiaWorld-Expo

Stay tuned for further event details and ticketing information.

About Medialink Group Limited

Medialink Group Limited (Stock Code: 2230.HK) is a leading intellectual property (IP) management company headquartered in Hong Kong, with business in Greater China, Japan and Southeast Asia, actively promoting cultural exchanges through its IP, bring high-quality entertainment to the whole of Asia.

Founded in 1994, its business mainly focuses on content distribution and brand licensing, and is also involved in content production, distribution arrangements and animation product development. The Group invests and cooperates closely with media content licensors to distribute media content related to animation, variety shows, TV dramas, animated and live-action movies. At the same time, it also obtains copyright licensing from
various brand licensors in the Asia-Pacific region, including merchandising rights and location-based entertainment rights and promotion rights.

The Group has its own animation brand, its various Ani-One® YouTube channels (including Ani-One® Asia which is Asia-focused, Ani-One® 中文官方頻道 which is run in Chinese, and other South East Asia channels – Ani-One® Thailand, Ani-One® Philippines, Ani-One® Vietnam, Ani-One® Indonesia and Ani-One® India) have more than 10 million subscribers and more than 2.4 billion views. In addition, the Group also owns two channels broadcasting Asia-produced animations, Ani-Mi®, and the e-commerce platform Ani-Mall®, selling animation products and exclusive anime boutique items.

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