Kai Tak Sports Park hosts 200,000 fans for Coldplay concert

Following its opening celebrations in March, Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) welcomed British rock legends Coldplay for their long-awaited return to Hong Kong after 16 years offering an interactive live music experience fusing cutting-edge visuals and immersive sound.

The band’s electrifying concert series, held on 8th,9th, 11th and 12th April attracted approximately 200,000 fans from across the globe - including attendees from overseas, the Chinese Mainland, and Hong Kong.

Coldplay’s concert on 8th April was the first of the four being staged at the 50,000-seat venue as part of their ‘Music of the Spheres’ world tour.

Seated tickets for the sold-out concert were officially priced between HK$399 (US$51) and HK$2,099 (US$270), while standing tickets cost HK$1,399 (US$180).

As KTSP's first international large-scale concert, every detail of the Coldplay shows was meticulously planned and executed seamlessly. The team leveraged experience from previous events, working closely with the event organiser, government departments, public transport operators, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth and exceptional experience, from security checks and in-venue dining to transport arrangements.

Notwithstanding meticulously planning for the concerts, five people were reportedly arrested for alleged ticket scalping outside of Kai Tak Stadium ahead of Coldplay’s Tuesday concert last week.

Complementing the performances, the diverse dining options at Kai Tak Mall, food concessions at the Kai Tak Stadium, and the “Kai Tak Dining Cove Carnival” – operating Fridays through Sundays – offered a wide array of international cuisines.

For egress, nearly 50,000 attendees departed efficiently each night within 20 minutes, with smooth dispersal via nearby transport links.

Coldplay’s commitment to sustainability also resonated with KTSP’s green vision. Since last month’s Hong Kong Sevens, the Sports Park’s advanced waste decomposition system has continued to play a pivotal role – processing up to 600 kg per day of food waste, used paper cups and containers into compost, significantly reducing event waste.  

John Sharkey, Chief Executive of Kai Tak Sports Park enthused “as Hong Kong’s largest integrated sports and entertainment landmark, we are thrilled to welcome back Coldplay in our state-of-the-art facility, underscoring our commitment to bringing world-class sports and entertainment to the city.  The success of this concert series can be attributed to the collective effort and collaboration of multiple parties, including our audience, to whom we extend our heartfelt thanks. This milestone sets a strong foundation for upcoming events, which we are confident in delivering well, as we continue to advance and help elevate Hong Kong’s reputation as Asia’s Event Capital.”

Images. Credit: Kai Tak Sports Park