Manuka Oval
Manuka Oval’s rich and diverse history has proved integral in its continuous use as an iconic sporting venue. With a seating capacity of 13,550, the venue remains the premier site for cricket and AFL events in Canberra.
The Manuka Oval precinct retains much of its original tree plantings from the 1920s with the area named by the designer and architect of Canberra- Sir Walter Burley Griffin. On site, the original curator’s cottage and the Lord’s Taverners garden add a certain charm to what is often referred to as one of the most iconic boutique sporting venues in the country.
The first cricket match was played at Manuka Oval on 19 April 1930, before the Bradman pavilion which was opened in 1963 by Sir Donald Bradman.
In 1982, the old Melbourne scoreboard was removed from the MCG and the face was transported to Canberra and rebuilt. It was named after Jack Fingleton, former Australian opening batsman, confidante of Sir Robert Menzies and first PM’s XI skipper.
Lights were commissioned in 2012 which enabled Australia to play a One Day International against the West Indies as part of the Canberra Centenary celebrations in 2013.
In January 2019, the Manuka Oval Media and Function centre was officially opened, a facility that is capable of hosting the world’s media and serving as a prime function space for AFL in the winter months.
The venue has played host to a range of elite and international sporting fixtures, including an annual PMs XI match, One Day Internationals, Women’s Ashes, a Big Bash final, three ICC Cricket World Cup fixtures, and in 2019, created history in hosting the first ever Test Match.
Manuka Oval is hosting five ICC Women's T20 World Cup fixtures, including hosts Australia against Bangladesh on 27 February 2020. Tickets are on sale now!
DISCOVER CANBERRA
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GETTING TO THE VENUE
Bus | Catch the 935, 938 servicing nearby to the event with a short walk to Manuka Oval. Let the driver know you are heading to the game, and you can travel free. |
Public Transport link | https://www.transport.act.gov.au/ |
Car | Patrons are reminded not to leave valuables in their cars as they are responsible for the security of their own vehicles. |
Walk | There are a number of paths available for use for entry and departure from Manuka Oval |
Cycle | There are a number of paths available for use for entry and departure from Manuka Oval. Please note that there is a bike rack outside both the East & Main gates but no bikes are permitted inside the venue. You must also provide your own lock and the venue takes no responsibility for your bikes security. |
Parking | General Parking is available at Kingston & Manuka Shopping Centres, Kingston Oval and surrounding streets. |
Drop Off & Pick Up (Uber) | Ride Share Services are able to drop-off and/or pick-up patrons at 2 Community Drop areas. These being either the corner of Fitzroy St and Empire Circuit or the corner of Furneax St and Canberra Ave |
Drop Off & Pick Up (Taxi) | Taxis are permitted to drop-off patrons at either the East or Main gate drives but would recommend dropping off at the Manuka Shopping centre then use the pedestrian traffic lights to cross Canberra Avenue. Taxis are available at the conclusion of the event from the Manuka Oval Shopping Centre Taxi Rank. |
Chartered Coach | If travelling to Manuka Oval by chartered coach you are permitted to drop off your patrons at the Main or East Gate Drive. There is no allocated coach parking available at the venue. |
Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible seating in the outer ground is on the Concourse level only with reserved seats and lift access to the Bradman Stand Concourse also available. When inside the venue, please see a customer service representative if you require further assistance. For specific disabled seating, please advise TICKETEK when booking, to ensure appropriate allocation of a reserved disabled seat. |
Venue Entry Condition/Venue Regulations | Please refer to https://manukaoval.com.au/ticketing/conditions-of-entry/ |
ATM Locations | On Match day ATM’S are located on the outer concourse behind the Bradman Stand and by the East Gate. |
Lost Property | To claim lost property please contact Manuka Oval management or call 02 6256 6700. |
First Aid | First Aid is located at the South End of the Hawke Terrace Stand. Alternatively, you can contact any customer service or security guard if first aid is required and a team will be sent. |
Food & Drink | There is a variety of food and beverage options available from bar and food outlets in public areas. There are also hospitality offerings including exclusive dining, open boxes and catered seats as well as lounge and cocktail functions. |
Prohibited Items | Alcoholic beverages, illicit drugs, glass, cans or breakable/glass containers; Unauthorised Unmanned Aerial Devices / Drones; Opened or partially filled drink containers; Musical instruments, whistles or air horns; All animals except guiding, companion or hearing animals (Registration of the animal MUST be provided); Skateboards, scooters, roller blades, tricycles or bicycles; Recording devices (used for commercial purposes); Flags over 1m x 1m in size; Commercial, political, religious or offensive clothing, banners, logos or signage; Any items or goods for sale; Any large article that cannot be placed under a seat; Chairs/stools; Fireworks/flares/laser devices; Tents, sun shelters, beach tents and like products; Any device that, in the opinion of management, has the potential to cause injury or public nuisance. This includes but is not limited to weapons, knives, spray cans or compressed air canisters; Other items as determined by Venue Management or Police from time to time. Please refer to http://manukaoval.com.au/ticketing/conditions-of-entry/ for more details |
Child Entry Policy | Children aged 3 and under as at the day of the match are entitled to enter the venue at no charge; however they must not occupy a seat. |
Prams | Prams are permitted to be used if seated on the concourse level and are not to be left either blocking a stairwell or thoroughfare. |
Concessions | Patrons purchasing a ticket at the concession rate are to provide the appropriate concession documentation at the ticketing booth or at the turnstile, when purchasing tickets in advance. If relevant concession documentation cannot be provided, a concession ticket will not be sold or allowed entry into Manuka Oval. |
Pass Outs | Pass outs are permitted but you must ensure that you either have your ticket scanned out or a pass out issued. Failure to do so will result in you not being able to re-enter the venue. If patrons need to leave the venue, please liaise with a customer service representative who will be able to assist. |
No Smoking Policy | Manuka Oval is now SMOKE-FREE for all events the venue. This means that smoking is STRICTLY PROHIBITED within the entire venue with designated smoking areas outside of each entry point. This policy will be monitored and enforced by Event Staff, Customer Service and Event Security. Patrons who contravene this policy may be removed from the venue. |
What you can bring in? | Patrons are permitted to bring the following items into Manuka Oval: - Pre-packaged food such as sandwiches, fruit, biscuits, crisps, etc. for individual consumption; Unopened Non-alcoholic beverages at or less than 1 litre for individual consumption (excluding glass, cans or breakable containers); Empty refillable water bottles or thermos up to 1 litre in volume are permitted upon inspection. |
Accommodation |
Canberra offers a warm welcome with a choice of accommodation available to suit all tastes and budgets, including a range of high quality hotels and motels, serviced apartments, bed and breakfasts and backpacker accommodation at very affordable rates. To find the perfect accommodation for your stay in Canberra please visit www.visitcanberra.com.au |