Kaohsiung Starlight Waterfront Park to Reopen May 30 as Upgraded Recreational Hub
The Kaohsiung Public Works Bureau announced the reopening of the Starlight Waterfront Park's water play area on May 30. Featuring a 'land and water' theme with new slides and swings, the 1.3-hectare facility aims to become a premier waterfront destination in the Asia New Bay Area.
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The Kaohsiung Public Works Bureau announced on the 26th that the upgraded water play area at Starlight Waterfront Park will officially open on May 30, adding a significant new waterfront destination to the Asia New Bay Area.
Public Works Bureau Director Yang Chin-fu stated that the park covers approximately 2.9 hectares, with the water play area occupying about 1.3 hectares. Designed with a 'land and water' theme, it features water play equipment and an infinity harbor-view swing. During its trial run last year, it attracted large crowds, with approximately 80,000 visitors over a three-day holiday and a peak of 25,000 in a single day.
Following the upgrades, the park retains existing facilities such as misting arches, fixed water spray guns, sprinklers, slides, and hemispherical glowing fountains. It has further expanded the play space by adding new water slides, water swings, and other interactive facilities, allowing visitors to enjoy the sunset over Kaohsiung Harbor while playing in the water.
To improve comfort and safety, the park has enhanced its facility layout, including new railings, seating, and sun umbrellas. It also utilizes existing trees to create a 'floating island' effect and has added shaded walkways for parents to rest while supervising their children. New changing rooms, restrooms, and outdoor shower areas have also been installed.
Starlight Waterfront Park will officially open to the public on May 30. Visitors can take the Kaohsiung Light Rail to the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center Station and walk to the park. The facility operates seasonally from April 1 to October 31, with opening hours from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday through Sunday. The park is closed Monday through Thursday for facility maintenance and cleaning.
Public Works Bureau Director Yang Chin-fu stated that the park covers approximately 2.9 hectares, with the water play area occupying about 1.3 hectares. Designed with a 'land and water' theme, it features water play equipment and an infinity harbor-view swing. During its trial run last year, it attracted large crowds, with approximately 80,000 visitors over a three-day holiday and a peak of 25,000 in a single day.
Following the upgrades, the park retains existing facilities such as misting arches, fixed water spray guns, sprinklers, slides, and hemispherical glowing fountains. It has further expanded the play space by adding new water slides, water swings, and other interactive facilities, allowing visitors to enjoy the sunset over Kaohsiung Harbor while playing in the water.
To improve comfort and safety, the park has enhanced its facility layout, including new railings, seating, and sun umbrellas. It also utilizes existing trees to create a 'floating island' effect and has added shaded walkways for parents to rest while supervising their children. New changing rooms, restrooms, and outdoor shower areas have also been installed.
Starlight Waterfront Park will officially open to the public on May 30. Visitors can take the Kaohsiung Light Rail to the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center Station and walk to the park. The facility operates seasonally from April 1 to October 31, with opening hours from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday through Sunday. The park is closed Monday through Thursday for facility maintenance and cleaning.
FAQ
Where is the Starlight Waterfront Park located?
It is located near the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center and is accessible via the Kaohsiung Light Rail at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center Station.