German Read-Aloud Festival HK

Competition | Project for German learners

  • 14/F Hong Kong Arts Centre, Wanchai

  • Price Free admission

Vorlesewettbewerb Square

In celebration of the German National Reading Day in November, the Goethe-Institut proudly presents the 1st edition of the German Read-Aloud Festival HK, taking place on November 16th, 2025 (Sunday).

This programme aims not only to reinforce cooperation among German education partners in Hong Kong but also to promote the read-aloud competence of German learners, as well as German culture and language, among local schools. Application deadline is October 22nd 2025.

APPLICATION CATEGORY: 

  • Primary Stream (Age 10-12)
  • Secondary Stream (Age 12-18)
  • University & GI Stream (Age 18 or above)

To acknowledge the contestants' efforts, students who complete the Read-Aloud competition will receive a certificate with marks of their performance, issued by the Goethe-Institut, along with specially prepared goodie bags.

In addition, thetop 3 contestantsin each stream will be awarded prizes valued at up to 3500 HKD. A certificate of high distinction will also be awarded in the presence of representatives from the German Consulate General and the Goethe-Institut.

*In the event of any disputes arising at the German Read-Aloud Festival HK, the organizer, Goethe-Institut e.V., reserves the right to make the final decision.