The Kai Tak Stadium ranked third globally and first in Asia in ticket sales, generating a remarkable nearly HK$1.5 billion in revenue last year, as the Kai Tak Sports Park reached its first anniversary.

Tang King-shing, Director of KTSP in strategic planning, said the park’s integrated “sports + leisure” design has attracted over seven million visitors, demonstrating its professional capability in hosting national-level events such as the National Games and the National Games for Persons with Disabilities and National Special Olympic Games.

Kai Tak Stadium secured third worldwide for ticket sales and fifth for gross revenue last year, according to Pollstar. The stadium also topped Asia in both categories, while the adjacent Kai Tak Arena ranked eighth in the region for revenue. 

Tang highlighted that in the first three months of operation, musical events alone attracted 590,000 attendees and accumulated over one million spectators within six months. Tang further analyzed that the sports park’s advantage lies in its “comprehensive design,” where it includes an indoor sports arena that can accommodate 10,000 people, a standard athletics track with 5,000 seats, various outdoor facilities, plus over 600,000 square feet of
retail and dining space in addition to the main stadium.

Several National Games events were held in KTSP at the end of last year, including handball (men), rugby sevens, fencing, bowling mass participation event, as well as the boccia for National Games for Persons with Disabilities and National Special Olympic Games.

Looking forward, KTSP will host a series of quality events and performances, including the Hong Kong Sevens in April, which will coincide with the event’s 50th anniversary and is expected to attract even more global spectators.

More than a venue: KTSP drives opportunities and expands talent pipeline

As a large-scale international venue, KTSP’s value goes far. Tang pointed out that the sports park plays a vital role providing opportunities for sports and entertainment performances, “leading to continuous market growth and an increase in the number of events, which naturally drives the demand for talent.”

He mentioned that KTSP collaborates with tertiary institutions to provide internships, allowing youth to participate in practical work. He believes organizers renting venues also have similar training programs. “With more internship opportunities, more young people are trained, and ultimately we also benefit.”