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Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka) in Lusaka, Lusaka: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide

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Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka)

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Kabwata Kids Play Park is a genuinely community-focused play space in Lusaka. The sand football pitch and play equipment are the main draws, and the park’s mission to support young people adds real value. Expect a simple, lively local park that is well used by the community.

📍 Location
H854+W84, Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka, Lusaka

What is Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka)?

Kabwata Kids Play Park, also known as Kabwata Playpark, is a popular recreational park for children and families in the Kabwata area of Lusaka. It is run by Sport in Action, an organisation that promotes sports and physical activity for the development of young people in Zambia. The park has swings, slides, and a 30-metre by 50-metre sand football pitch bordered by tyres filled with concrete. It is a simple, community-oriented facility that provides a safe place for children to play, and it hosts youth programmes and WASH lessons.

Community sports and play; no conservation component

Free entryNo entry fee for adults or children. Food, activities and rentals are extra.

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  • Late afternoon Cooler and livelier. Play equipment

Is it right for your child's age?

Age groupVerdictWhat to expect
0–2 years Good Gentle play equipment.
3–5 years Very good Swings and slides.
6–9 years Excellent Sand football pitch.
10–12 years Good Independent play.
13+ years Fair Community atmosphere.

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15:00
Arrive and playSwings and slides.
15:45
Sand footballChildren play.
16:30
RelaxPicnic area.

Key details

Address
H854+W84, Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka
Phone
+260 77 0722152

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Is entry free?

It is free or low-cost; confirm locally.

Is it suitable for toddlers?

Yes, with supervision on the play equipment.

Family essentials

Suitable age bands
  • 0–2 years
  • 3–5 years
  • 6–9 years
  • 10–12 years
  • 13+ years
Toddler suitability
Yes, play equipment
Minimum age
0
Facilities
  • Play equipment
  • sand football pitch
Access and parking
  • Paved access
Safety notes

Supervise children on play equipment

Tickets and costs

Parking
Free
Free entry rules
Yes
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)

Play equipment, sand football pitch

Plan your visit

Best time to visit
Late afternoon
Busiest times
Weekends
How to get there

In Kabwata, Lusaka; signed

By car
Yes, parking available
Uber / Bolt estimate
Bolt or Uber
Public transport

Not practical

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Play equipment Swings and slides Supervise children.
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Sand football pitch Active play For older children.
3
Community programmes Youth development Educational.

A community children’s play park in Kabwata, Lusaka, run by Sport in Action, with swings, slides and a sand football pitch.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka) free to enter?
Yes. There is no entry fee for adults or children at Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka).
Is Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka) suitable for toddlers and young children?
Minimum age: 0. Supervise children on play equipment
Is Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka) accessible, and is there parking?
Access and parking: Paved access.
What is the best time to visit Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka)?
Late afternoon. It is busiest Weekends.
How do you get to Kabwata Kids Play Park (Lusaka)?
Yes, parking available. Ride-hailing: Bolt or Uber. Public transport: Not practical In Kabwata, Lusaka; signed

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