Kai Tak Sports Park wins top honours for inclusive design
Kai Tak Sports Park has won Gold and Special Recognition awards in the Equal Opportunities Commission's Universal Design Award Scheme 2026/27, praised for barrier-free facilities. The park, which has hosted over 170 events since March, features accessible seating, braille signage, and enhanced trans
Kai Tak Sports Park has received the Gold Award and a Special Recognition Award in the Equal Opportunities Commission's Universal Design Award Scheme 2026/27, in recognition of its efforts to embed inclusion across planning, design and operation.
Since opening in March, the park has hosted more than 170 international and local sports, cultural and entertainment events, including the Hong Kong Sevens, world-class football matches, the 15th National Games Hong Kong events, and concerts by international and local stars, drawing millions of spectators.
Its accessibility facilities were praised by a delegation from the China Disabled Persons' Federation during the boccia competitions at the National Games for Persons with Disabilities and Special Olympic Games in December.
Andrew Kam Min-Ho, chief executive officer of Kai Tak Sports Park, said universal design had been embedded in every aspect of the park since the planning stage, with many facilities exceeding statutory requirements. "We believe that a truly world-class venue is defined not only by its scale and infrastructure, but also by its ability to provide every visitor with equal opportunities to participate and share memorable experiences," he added.
Wheelchair and minder seating is spread across different levels and viewing areas at all three venues - Kai Tak Stadium, Kai Tak Arena and Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground - with some seats offering charging points for electric wheelchair users. For visually impaired visitors, seats are placed near main entrances, lifts and toilets and feature braille numbers, while braille maps, signs and tactile guide paths link key facilities.
Accessible toilets and shower rooms include foldable grab rails, audio and visual alarms, safety handrails and emergency call systems. Selected locations also offer touch-free automatic doors, baby changing counters, adult changing beds, baby care rooms and universal toilets. Other features include low-height counters, cane recesses, hearing loops, FM receivers and temporary shelters, plus a prayer room for performers, athletes and staff of different faiths.
All three venues have drop-off and pick-up areas for private cars, taxis and coaches, with extended dropped kerbs, and accessible parking connected to barrier-free paths and lift lobbies. Visitors using wheelchairs, canes or walkers can use designated entrances, and those with additional needs, including Rehabus users, can book entry support.
The park said it will continue to promote inclusion through innovative design, world-class facilities and thoughtful services, delivering on its vision of "World-Class Experiences for All."
