Music for Change: Creating a World Without Poverty
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Oxfam Musical Marathon is Oxfam Hong Kong (OHK) ’s annual music fundraising event. This year holds special significance as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of OHK. Through the power of music, we aim to connect the past, present, and future, and continue working together towards a world without poverty.
Under the theme "Music for Change: Creating a World Without Poverty", we invite schools, organisations, and individuals to join us on 21 and 22 March. Participants will showcase their musical talents by performing Chinese and Western musical instruments or singing in a relay format, while raising funds to support Oxfam’s poverty alleviation programmes in Hong Kong and around the world.
In addition to the popular performance session, this year's event will also feature a special competition session. Participants are encouraged to take part as soloists, ensembles, or solo vocalists, showcasing their musical skills and creativity. Contestants will compete for multiple awards, with winners chosen by a panel of professional judges.
We believe music can spark powerful change. At this milestone moment of OHK’s 50th anniversary, every note you play helps carry that change forward—transforming music into tangible support for people living in poverty, and empowering them to improve their lives and lift themselves out of poverty. Clink HERE to learn more.
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Event Overview
| Performance Session | Competition Session | |
| Date | 21-22 March 2026 (Sat & Sun) | 21 March 2026 (Sat) |
| Time | 11:00 am - 8:00 pm | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| Eligibility | Individuals aged 3 or above | Individuals aged 6 or above |
| Categories | Individual and group | Individual and team (2–6 people) |
| Application Fee | • Individual: HK$100/person • Group: HK$100/person (group cap of HK$1,000) | • Individual: HK$300/person • Team: HK$500/team |
| Minimum Fundraising Amount | HK$500* | Minimum Fundraising Requirement for Finalists*: • Individual: HK$500 • Team: HK$1,000 |
| Application Deadline | 11 February 2026 | 11 February 2026# |
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* Students receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) and recommended by their school may be exempted.
# Participants must submit a performance video (no longer than 2 minutes) upon application for preliminary screening.
Awards and Certificates
All awards will be presented at the Prize Presentation Ceremony at Oxfam’s office in June 2026 (exact date to be confirmed).
Performance Session
| Awards | Eligibility |
| Group Fundraising Award (Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three groups with the highest fundraising amount (must raise at least HK$10,000) |
| Individual Fundraising Award (Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three individuals with the highest fundraising amount (must raise at least HK$3,000) |
| Outstanding Fundraising Award | Groups or individuals who have raised HK$10,000 or more |
| Music for Life Award | The group with the highest average fundraising amount per member |
* All participants who complete their performance and meet the minimum fundraising requirement will receive an e-certificate.
Competition Session
| Awards | Eligibility |
| Team Award (Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three teams with the highest scores in the final |
| Individual Award(Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three participants with the highest scores in the final |
| Most Popular Performance Award | The performance video that receives the highest number of “Likes” on Oxfam’s online platform |
| Team Fundraising Award (Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three teams with the highest fundraising amount (must raise at least HK$10,000) |
| Individual Fundraising Award (Champion, 1st and 2nd Runner-up) | The top three individuals with the highest fundraising amount (must raise at least HK$3,000) |
| Outstanding Fundraising Award | Teams or individuals who have raised HK$10,000 or more |
* All successful applicants will receive an e-certificate.
* Preliminary round qualifiers will receive a Certificate of Merit, while finalists will receive a Certificate of Distinction.
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
| 14 Jan 2026 | Application Open |
| 11 Feb 2026 | Application Deadline |
| 16 Feb 2026 | Competition Session: Shortlist Announcement & Fundraising Launch |
| Late Feb 2026 | Performance Session: Performance Schedule & Reminders Sent |
| 5 Mar 2026 | Competition Session: Fundraising Deadline (for Finalist Eligibility) |
| 6 Mar 2026 | Competition Session: Finalists Announced |
| 20 Mar 2026 | Performance Session: Donation Submission Deadline |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Competition Session: Final Round |
| 21–22 Mar 2026 | Performance Session: Event Days |
| June 2026 (TBC) | Prize Presentation Ceremony |
Contact us
Stay tuned to our email updates, website, and Oxfam's Facebook and Instagram pages for event details. For inquiries, please contact Mr. Michael Ng at 3120 5220 or email [email protected].
