Incubators

Incubators

Three studios designed for rehearsals, experiments and research, equipped with mirrored walls, ballet barres, built-in sprung floors and audio system.

Arts-related Activities
Ordinary Booking applications are accepted not less than 3 months but not more than 6 months in advance of the month of hire and processed in one lot (e.g. applications for March – June 2026 are accepted in December 2025).

Completed application forms shall reach the EKCC office or via online application of e-APS at https://eaps.lcsd.gov.hk/ before 5:30pm on the last working day* of the month. A reply will be provided within 14 working days* thereafter. 

*Monday to Friday (except public holidays)
Applications submitted within 3 months prior to the month of hire will be considered as Late Bookings. They will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis. Applications received less than 14 days prior to the date of hire will only be considered subject to operational feasibility. Completed application forms shall reach the EKCC office on working days* before 5:30 p.m.

*Monday to Friday (except public holidays)
 
Arts-related activities requiring a longer lead-time for planning and preparation (e.g. cultural performances involving renowned visiting artists) may apply for Special Bookings between 7 to 24 months prior to the month of the hire for Incubator 1 / 2 / 3

Completed application forms shall reach the EKCC office or via online application of e-APS at https://eaps.lcsd.gov.hk/ before 5:30 pm on the last working day* of the month. A reply will be provided within 14 working days* thereafter.

*Monday to Friday (except public holidays)

For organisations, the booking applications should include copies of :

(i)   Certificate of business registration; or
(ii)  Certificate of incorporation under the Companies Ordinance Cap.622; or
(iii) Notification of establishment of a society under the Societies Ordinance Cap.151; or
(iv) Certificate of registration of a society under the Societies Ordinance Cap.151; or
(v)  Certificate of registration on the list of approved charitable institutions or trusts of a public character; or
(vi) Certificate of registration of a school or certificate of incorporation under the Education Ordinance Cap.279.

For individuals, applicants shall present their identity cards / passports for checking when they return applications in person. If applications are returned by post / fax / third party, copies of the applicants' identity card / passport shall be enclosed.

Tel: (852) 3166 2844 (Working days* from 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5:45pm)
Fax: (862) 3547 2697
Address: East Kowloon Cultural Centre Office, 3/F, 60 Ngau Tau Kok Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong

*Monday to Friday (except public holidays)


e-APS – LCSD Performance Venues e-Application & Payment ServicesVia e Application and Payment Services


Booking of the 17 performance venues managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and hire charges payment can now be done through e-APS on the internet, anytime, anywhere! Through e-APS, venue bookings are just one-click away!

Documents / Forms
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Booking Arrangements
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Application Form
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Incubators - Overview of Basic Hire Charges

(The Basic Hire Charges include basic audio and visual equipment, with no additional charges.)

Booking Pattern 

Normal Rate (HK$)

Concessionary Rate (HK$)

Incubator 1

Incubator 2 / 3 Incubator 1 Incubator 2 / 3

A. Daily

1 day (9am to 11pm)

9,000 4,500 4,500 2,250

B. Sessional

Any 1 session of
(i)   9am to 1pm; or
(ii)  2pm to 6pm; or
(iii) 7pm to 11pm

3,000

1,500 1,500 750 


Concessionary Rates for Non-profit Organisations Scheme is available for eligible non-profit-making organisations. 

 
Documents / Forms
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Scales of Hire Charges
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Incubator 1
Size: 282m2 (16.8m x 16.8m)
Capacity: 160
Equipment:
  • 25 tables and 160 chairs
  • 30 music stands
  • Mirrored walls
  • Ballet barres
  • Sprung floors and marley
  • Upright piano
  • Audio system (supports CD, USB and SD cards)
  • 2 wireless microphones
  • 98" digital display
Incubator 2 / 3
Size: 125m2 (12.5m x 10m)
Capacity: 80
Equipment:
  • 12 tables and 60 chairs
  • 10 music stands
  • Mirrored walls
  • Ballet barres
  • Sprung floors and marley
  • Upright piano
  • Audio system (supports CD, USB and SD cards)
  • 2 wireless microphones
  • 98" digital dispaly