In Hong Kong in March, the artistic atmosphere gradually intensifies. This Sino foreign cultural and artistic exchange center once again welcomes the annual heavyweight cultural feast - "Art March". From the globally renowned Art Basel Hong Kong exhibition and the international trendy cultural event Complex Con, to heavyweight auctions, summit forums, and street cultural and creative interactions, the entire city is filled with a strong artistic and cultural atmosphere. This month's schedule is packed with people. ”Chen Zhisi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, told reporters that many friends from the global art community gather in Hong Kong to meet, exchange ideas, and collide, becoming a beautiful scenery in March. The overture of 'Art March' was played in February. The 54th Hong Kong Arts Festival, which lasts for 5 weeks, gathers about 1200 artists from home and abroad as well as local artists, presenting over 190 performances covering various art forms such as drama, opera, ballet, etc., including 6 new creations, 6 Asian premieres, and 5 joint productions. After watching the performances of the Brno State Opera and the ballet 'The Peony Pavilion' in the Czech Republic, every scene was intoxicating. ”Ms. Lin, an art enthusiast from Guangzhou, said, "The Hong Kong Arts Festival has a high standard, with both traditional Chinese charm and Western classics. This charm of integrating ancient and modern Chinese and foreign cultures is very distinctive." As Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam said, "The Hong Kong Arts Festival is not only a gathering place for performing arts, but also a platform for cultural dialogue and the integration of diverse art forms." As a leading platform for film and entertainment content trading in Asia, the Hong Kong International Film and Television Exhibition adds another channel for the global dissemination of artistic energy. This exhibition has attracted exhibitors from mature markets such as France, Italy, and South Korea, as well as participants from emerging markets such as Cambodia, Malaysia, and Thailand. The number of participating countries and regions has reached a new high in history. The diversified lineup of exhibitors reflects the breadth and depth of the exhibition in promoting international film and television content exchange. ”Zhu Wunina, the chairman of the Hong Kong Music, Film and Television Artists Association, said that she hopes to use this international platform to allow more people to see works that combine artistic quality and emotional warmth. In late March, the arrival of the "Hong Kong Art Week" pushed the atmosphere of "Art March" to a climax. As the first international event of the Art Week, the Hong Kong International Cultural Summit Forum is once again held in the West Kowloon Cultural District after two years, bringing together global cultural leaders in Hong Kong. The West Kowloon Cultural District has signed cooperation agreements with 12 top international arts and cultural institutions in Australia, France, Germany, and other places, expanding the international cooperation map for this Asian cultural landmark. Nowadays, numerous internationally renowned cultural events have listed Hong Kong as a must visit destination. ”Chen Zhisi said. The joint appearance of Art Basel Hong Kong and "Art Central" has ignited the enthusiasm for art throughout the city. As a barometer of the Asian art market, this year's Art Basel Hong Kong exhibition brings together 240 art galleries from 41 countries and regions, attracting over 91000 visitors. On the first day of the exhibition, the Director of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, Rosamund Law, announced that an agreement had been finalized with the organizers, confirming that Hong Kong would be the only host city for Art Basel in Asia for the next five years. Hong Kong has now become a hub for Asian art. ”Le Siyang, the exhibition director of Art Basel Hong Kong, said that Hong Kong is a diverse, multicultural, and multilingual city, with both Asian cultural roots and international perspectives. This dual attribute allows it to promote the development of contemporary art in Asia as a leader. As one of the three major global art trading centers, Hong Kong continues to unleash market vitality during the "Art March". This year marks the 40th anniversary of Christie's entry into Asia, with its 20th and 21st century art evening auctions achieving a 100% success in the "white glove" category. Abstract master Gerhard Richter's masterpiece "Abstract Painting" was sold for HKD 92.1 million, while Chang Yu's painting "Curved Legged Horse on the Carpet" was sold for HKD 63.94 million. Mr. Kim, a South Korean collector, watched the auction on site and said that Hong Kong's free port policy, "zero tariff" advantage, and improved legal system provide solid guarantees for the flow of global art capital and talent gathering. March is coming to an end, but the lingering spring breeze in Victoria Harbour still lingers. The 2026 "National Style and Charm Fragrant River" cultural performance season continues to kick off. From the heart wrenching dance drama "Orphan Zhao", the renowned plays "Silver Ingot Bridge" and "Zhang Juzheng", to the elegant and timeless Kunqu opera "Garden Tour · Dream", the artistic vitality continues to shine. The significance of "Art March" is far more than just exhibitions and performances. It is about using art as a bridge to allow Hong Kong's artistic energy to radiate globally and cultivate its own cultural heritage through the exchange of Eastern and Western civilizations. (New Society)