Europe's most decorated equestrian theatrical masterpiece is finally arriving in Asia, and Hong Kong gets first dibs.
CAVALLUNA - Gate to the Otherworld will trot into Kai Tak Arena at Kai Tak Sports Park for eight performances on Sept. 8 and Sept. 10 to 13, 2026, marking the production's first-ever stop in Asia and first show outside Europe in its 23-year history.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is the Exclusive Presenting Partner and Cultural Host, folding the spectacle into its ongoing event calendar.
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketflap and HK Ticketing online, ranging from HK$395 to HK$1,995.
If you're picturing a standard-issue horse show, think bigger — much bigger. CAVALLUNA has drawn more than 9 million spectators across 30 European cities by putting on a production like no other. Bringing together equestrian mastery and theatrical grandeur, the show follows Meerin, a young sorceress whose drawings come to life, as she battles dark forces (and her own self-doubt) in a story that resonates with most audiences.
Everyone's treated to a cinematic showcase of 54 horses spanning 8 breeds, from stately Friesians to elegant Lusitanos to pint-sized mini ponies. World-class riders Bartolo Messina and Kenzie Dysliheadline the cast, alongside Italian newcomer Rudj Bellini.
Messina, a longtime CAVALLUNA favorite since 2014, is known for training horses entirely through liberty dressage with his group of horses, including Lusitanos, Tinkers, a Cartujano, and more. Dysli, a German-Spanish trainer who got her start acting in the "Windstorm" film franchise, brings to the stage her own liberty work and Doma Vaquera, a traditional Spanish riding style.
The centerpiece of the night is the Hungarian Post, a stunt in which a single rider balances atop two galloping horses while steering several more. Add in daring trick riding, a live dance ensemble, an original score, and elaborate handcrafted costumes, and it's easy to see why the theatrical production has become somewhat of a fixture across Europe.
"This is a defining moment for Hong Kong's cultural calendar as well as for our company," Johannes Mock-O'Hara, CEO of Apassionata World GmbH, the production company behind CAVALLUNA, said in a statement. "To be the first Asian city to welcome CAVALLUNA underscores the city's standing as Asia's premier destination for world-class events. We are proud to partner with The Hong Kong Jockey Club, whose legacy and commitment to excellence make them the perfect Cultural Host for this extraordinary production."
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is the Exclusive Presenting Partner and Cultural Host of CAVALLUNA — a signature highlight of its Year of the Horse campaign, which aims to honor the profound partnership between human and horse and to unite the community through thrilling races, international equestrian spectacles, and a special series of cultural, sporting, and family events.
As Official Equine Transport Partner, Cathay Cargo is operating a series of dedicated charter flights using its Boeing 747 aircraft to bring all 54 show horses safely from Europe to Hong Kong.
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CAVALLUNA – Gate to the Otherworld is financially supported by the Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.
The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to CAVALLUNA – Gate to the Otherworld only, but does not otherwise take part in it. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in the materials/activities (or by members of the grantee’s team) are those of the organizers of CAVALLUNA – Gate to the Otherworld only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
