Kai Tak Sports Park

This transformative development connects key elements of Hong Kong’s sporting precinct while offering revenue opportunities through commercial and community-driven spaces. The integration of a state-of-the-art 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium, Kai Tak Arena, and Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground has created an unparalleled destination for year-round activity, drawing visitors and locals alike. 

With Populous’ expertise in urban planning and architecture, the masterplan focused on creating a seamless experience that connects the facilities. Central to this is Sports Avenue, a dynamic pedestrian pathway that spans the entire site, linking key locations like Station Square to the harbourfront promenade and Dining Cove. The thoughtful urban design guides visitors through the precinct with clear wayfinding and brand activation, ensuring ease of access and a memorable experience. 

The 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium, with its eye-catching “Pearl of the Orient” façade, is the economic driver of the project, hosting high-profile events such as the Rugby Sevens and global performing artists like Coldplay.  

The Stadium features an innovative acoustically sealed retractable roof and adaptable pitch to accommodate a wide range of sports and entertainment as well as varying weather conditions. The roof consists of one of the largest sets of sliding roof panels in the world, operating with over 4,800 tonnes of steel on silent mechanisms, transforming the venue in less than 30 minutes, all while maintaining robust safety systems with fixed locks and independent track brakes. 

The Stadium’s world-class design, underpinned by advanced BIM and parametric design techniques, has resulted in an efficient and cost-effective facade made of over 27,000 specially coated, self-cleaning aluminium panels, creating a stunning, shimmering effect. 

The adjacent Kai Tak Arena and Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground provide ample space for both elite competitions and daily community use. The venue’s flexible design offers retractable seating and customizable configurations for events of varying sizes, while the public sports grounds offers free access for jogging and fitness activities.

This urban renewal project is more than just a sports complex – it has become a bustling, integrated community hub. Along with the sporting venues, the precinct features retail spaces, a health and wellness center, outdoor recreational areas, and dining facilities, ensuring it remains a focal point for daily life. The Kai Tak Sports Park also connects seamlessly to surrounding districts and public transport, enhancing accessibility for all. 

The Kai Tak Sports Park is already a globally recognized landmark, supporting Hong Kong’s ambitions to promote sports, foster community engagement, and enhance its reputation as a center for international events.