Global K-pop sensation BLACKPINK will perform three shows at the Kai Tak Sports Park from January 24 to 26 as part of their DEADLINE world tour. Here is every Blink's comprehensive guide to BLACKPINK's Hong Kong concert, including admission arrangements, transportation tips, and must-see photo spots.
Entry times and crowd control measures
Security checks will open at 1pm for the sessions on January 24th and 25th, with the start time at 6.30pm.
Security checks will open at 1.30pm for the session on January 26th, with the start time at 7pm.
Attendees with standing-room tickets
Attendees with standing-room tickets need to queue in designated waiting areas at gates C, K, and Y after security checks.
The route to gate Y differs from other gates. Those from Exit D of Kai Tak MTR Station must walk along the Kai Tak Station Plaza and the Muk Tai Street roundabout, then cross the Shing Kai Road pedestrian crossing.
Attendees with non-standing-room tickets
Attendees with non-standing-room tickets can enter from 4pm on January 24th and 25th, or from 4.30pm on January 26th.
Attendees can choose to enter via the West Bridge (near MTR Sung Wong Toi Station) or the Central Plaza (near MTR Kai Tak Station).
Transportation Guide to Kai Tak Sports Park
Traffic in the area is expected to be very heavy during the event. Spectators are advised to use public transportation whenever possible. The Kai Tak Sports Park parking lot for those who have made reservations or hold parking passes only; driving there is not recommended.
MTR service
The Tuen Ma Line will increase service frequency upon departure.
Last trains to Lo Wu Station via the East Rail Line from Tai Wai Station will depart at 10.59pm from Sung Wong Toi Station and 11.01pm from Kai Tak Station.
Special bus service
A total of 11 special bus routes will operate after the event, serving destinations including Lok Ma Chau (San Tin), the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Hong Kong Port, the airport, and major areas in Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
Cross-border bus service
Attendees can purchase tickets in advance through the operator's online platform for their return trip from the sports park to the Mainland. Tickets will not be sold on-site.
Taxi
The taxi pick-up and drop-off area at the Kai Tak Stadium will be open to passengers. The drop-off/pick-up area on Sung Wong Toi Road is only for taxis during designated hours (3.30pm to 7pm).
Concert entry rules and luggage storage
Prohibited Items
All professional cameras, video cameras, action cameras, 360 cameras, detachable lens cameras, telephoto lenses, mobile phones with detachable lenses, laptops, tablets, selfie sticks and tripods are prohibited.
Any personal belongings larger than 38cm x 30cm x 20cm, umbrellas longer than 35cm and containers with a capacity exceeding 600ml are prohibited.
Plastic or silicone water bottles/cups with a capacity not exceeding 600ml are allowed, but the caps must be removed and they must not contain any liquid.
Paid luggage storage
A paid luggage storage area will be available near the Kai Tak Stadium for attendees. Users must collect their luggage at the following storage locations on the day of the event:
- Kai Tak Arena Level 1M (near Central Square)
- Near the security checkpoint outside Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground
- Near the security checkpoint at Kat Tak Stadium Gate Y
Opening hours are 11am to 10pm on January 24 and 25, and 11.30am to 10.30pm on January 26.
Visitors using the paid luggage storage at the Kai Tak Main Stadium gate Y must retrieve their belongings from East Village upon departure.
Electronic lockers
Lockers are located at Kai Tak Mall Levels 1, 2 and 3 and at the drop-off / arrival area of Kai Tak Arena.
Various sizes are available for visitors to temporarily store their personal belongings as needed. Visitors can use the "Navigation" function of the Kai Tak Sports Park mobile application to find the lockers.
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