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Bogotá Opens 2 Major Sports Venues: Here's How to Join Now

Residents interested in the city's upcoming facilities can track official updates on the El Campín project and the Kennedy velodrome through city channels before construction advances.

By Bogotá Sport Desk · Published July 24, 2026

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Bogotá has abandoned plans to renovate the existing El Campín stadium and will instead build a new 50,000-plus seat venue on the eastern side of the current complex, with an operational target of December 2027.

The shift comes as the city moves forward with a 29.2-year public-private partnership for a US$604 million sports and cultural complex. Construction is set to begin in March 2026. Existing events at the current El Campín will continue without interruption until the replacement opens.

Key details on the planned venues

The new complex will include a retractable roof and VIP areas, with configurations that can expand capacity to around 70,000 for concerts and larger events. Separately, a new velodrome costing 130 billion pesos is scheduled for delivery by the end of 2025 in the Kennedy locality at Gibraltar Park.

These projects sit within a broader push to expand sports infrastructure across the capital. The eastern-side location for the main stadium keeps the development anchored to the established El Campín footprint, while the Kennedy site adds a distinct track facility in a western district.

Steps to follow developments and prepare participation

Follow announcements from the Bogotá city administration and the concession holder for timelines on public access, volunteer programs, or community events once construction begins. Track updates on the PPP contract milestones, including the March 2026 start date, to understand when opportunities for local involvement may open.

Residents can review project documentation on city portals for details on capacity figures and design features. Staying informed about the December 2027 target for the main stadium and the 2025 velodrome handover provides a baseline for planning attendance or related activities once the venues become operational.

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