Newly opened Kai Tak Stadium to host Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2025 tournament

March 20, 2025

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Hong Kong’s newly opened 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium is hosting the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2025 sporting spectacle being held from 28th to 30th March.

The Hong Kong Sevens 2025 will feature 72 matches with 30 world-class teams, alongside an impressive entertainment lineup. Headlining the event are Kaiser Chiefs, Pete Tong, and GALA, with an all-new laser show and the largest pyrotechnic displays in Sevens history set to enhance both the opening and closing ceremonies. The tournament is set to be a highlight of Hong Kong’s biggest sporting and entertainment weekend.

This year’s Hong Kong Sevens promises to be more spectacular than ever. With increased capacity and state-of-the-art technology set to elevate the fan experience. The stadium boasts a retractable roof and an advanced bowl cooling system, ensuring comfort in every seat. Off the field, the excitement continues at The Champion, one of Asia’s largest sports bars, stretching 100 metres along the East Concourse. Here, fans can soak up the electric atmosphere and enjoy the ultimate Sevens experience.

This year, the experience reaches new heights with the all-new South Terrace and South Deck, featuring a stunning panoramic glass wall overlooking Victoria Harbour. Fans can now soak in breathtaking views while immersing themselves in the electric Sevens atmosphere. For the ultimate experience, the newly launched South Stand SuperPass (available on a first-come, first-served basis, while stocks last) offers free-flow drinks as you cheer on your team. Whether you're a die-hard rugby fan or just there for the party, the South Stand delivers the perfect mix of energy and excitement.

The Hong Kong Sevens tournament’s new home, Kai Tak Sports Park, spans 28 hectares and features Kai Tak Mall, a dedicated retail zone with nearly 200 outlets, including close to 70 dining options, making it an ideal post-game gathering spot. Whether exploring Hong Kong’s rich culinary offerings or unwinding after the matches, the city’s diverse attractions make the Sevens weekend an experience beyond the stadium.

While the Hong Kong Sevens will mark the pinnacle of excitement, Hong Kong Super March transforms the city into a month-long celebration. Unmissable world-class events across sports, arts, and culture include Art Basel Hong Kong, Art Central, and the international edition of ComplexCon, bringing global phenomena to Asia’s mega event hub. Visitors can also enjoy over 160 exclusive deals at more than 1,500 outlets, including dining, attractions, and hotels like JOYPOLIS SPORTS HONG KONG and Dorsett Kai Tak Hong Kong. For more information and to secure offers, visit Discover Hong Kong.

The opening of the Kai Tak Stadium is the subject of a feature in the latest issue of Australasian Leisure Management.

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2nd March 2025 - Dignitaries and entertainment stars come together for grand opening of Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

5th February 2025 - Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium to officially open on 1st March

22nd January 2025 - Kai Tak Sports Park hosts its first international event

17th January 2025 - 18,000 fans expected for trial concert at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

6th January 2025 - 10,000 fans welcomed to test event at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium

10th December 2024 - Interior designs revealed for Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium

27th November 2024 - Video reveals brand logo and names for major facilities at HongKong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

25th October 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park set to stage first event

1st October 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park to host 2025 Hong Kong Sevens

11th September 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park set to open in March 2025

5th August 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park lights up to mark achievements of Hong Kong Olympians

7th June 2024 - Turf system laid at Youth Sports Ground at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

22nd April 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park spotlights its green building and ecological designs on World Earth Day

17th April 2024 - Testing period announced for Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

19th February 2024 - Kai Tak Sports Park spotlights completion of Main Stadium exterior building façade panels

20th November 2023 - Kai Tak Sports Park advises of creation of 2,000 jobs

10th August 2023 - Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park releases new video of construction progress

30th May 2023 - Hong Kong Government ‘quite confident’ Kai Tak Sports Park will be able to host 2025 China National Games

13th September 2022 - ASM Global appoints Australian sports turf expert for Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

5th September 2022 - Kai Tak Sports Park reveals key design features at design exhibition

27th June 2022 - Kai Tak Sports Park opening delayed until 2024 as pandemic impacts construction supplies

10th November 2021 - Hong Kong Stadium to have capacity reduced to 5,000 after completion of Kai Tak Sports Park

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