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Sydney Showground Stadium

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ABOUT SYDNEY SHOWGROUND STADIUM

Located just a five-minute stroll from Olympic Park train station, Sydney Showground Stadium is Western Sydney’s premier elite sport oval stadium and is used throughout the year by numerous sporting codes, including cricket, soccer and Australian Rules Football (AFL).

Sydney Showground Stadium is a 22,500-seat capacity multi-use venue within the Sydney Showground precinct at Sydney Olympic Park, home each year to the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Australia’s largest annual ticketed event.

It is the home stadium for the Sydney Thunder Big Bash League cricket franchise and for the Greater Western Sydney Giants AFL team and in 2015 and 2016 was recognised nationally through AFL customer satisfaction surveys for providing Australia’s most outstanding fan experience.

Sydney Showground Stadium will host the opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020 between hosts Australia and India. For tickets to all Sydney matches, including at the SCG, click here.

DISCOVER SYDNEY

Sydney is Australia’s global city; set around a spectacular harbour and edged with stunning surf beaches. From the city’s iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge, to its exciting dining scene and a non-stop calendar of blockbuster events, Sydney shines all year round.

You can explore Sydney Harbour by walking to the top of the bridge, camping out on an island or heading out on the water by sail, kayak and jet boat, or by taking in the view from the deck of a Sydney ferry. Visit Sydney’s national parks, picnic in a harbourside park, or hit the waves for a surf lesson at world-famous Bondi or Manly beaches.

Sydney has a rich cultural life with exciting theatres, galleries and museums, and a packed events calendar including Vivid Sydney, the world’s largest festival of light, music and ideas which lights up the city each winter. Sports fans flock to the city for events including the Sydney International Tennis tournament, the Sydney Rugby 7s and the NSW Pro Surf Series.

Fashionistas will love Sydney’s cosmopolitan shopping precincts which showcase the very best of international and local design. Food lovers will be thrilled by Sydney’s diverse food and wine, with a huge variety of fine dining restaurants, quirky cafés, festivals and vibrant ‘eat streets’.

Sydney is also the gateway to regional New South Wales which offers even more great adventures and events – no wonder the state is Australia’s most popular destination.

Walk in the majestic Blue Mountains, experience the peace and remoteness of the Outback, taste fresh seafood on a South Coast road trip or hike to the highest point in Australia; Mount Kosciusko in the breathtaking Snowy Mountains. Catch a wave at a North Coast surf beach, explore the New England hinterland or follow the mighty Murray River through the Riverina.

From the spectacular coastline to World Heritage-listed wilderness areas, and the historic towns in regional NSW, there really is something for everyone in New South Wales.

GETTING TO THE VENUE

Travel Sydney Olympic Park is easily approached by road, with the M4, Victoria Road and Parramatta Road in close proximity. Use the map below to plan your route.
Train Olympic Park train station is on Sydney Showground's doorstep. The Sprint service, operated by CityRail, travels between Lidcombe and Olympic Park Stations daily, every 10 minutes. A limited number of direct services also operate between Central Station and Olympic Park Station in the afternoon on weekdays and for some major events.
Bus Sydney Buses operate direct bus services to Sydney Olympic Park from a number of locations including Lidcombe, Strathfield and Parramatta.
Ferry Sydney Ferries run a daily service between Circular Quay and Parramatta stopping at Sydney Olympic Park Ferry Wharf. To travel to Sydney Showground, visitors must also catch a connecting bus.
Public Transport link https://transportnsw.info/plan/places-to-visit/sydney/explore-sydney-by-public-transport
Car With the opening of the M4 tunnel between Sydney Olympic Park/ Homebush to Haberfield is expected to slash up to 20 minutes off a trip from the Sydney CBD to Sydney Olympic Park.
Parking Sydney Olympic Park has over 10,000 parking spaces site-wide. Carparks P1, P5 and P6 are in close proximity to Sydney Showground. Costs: $5 per hour, up to a maximum fee of $25 per day. We recommend you pre-book parking if you plan to visit Sydney Showground on the day of a major event. Cost is $25 per car for the day. This cost is for one entry and exit into your selected car park. For the latest information on parking at Sydney Olympic Park visit www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au. You can also book parking through Ticketek. Be sure to allow 7 - 10 working days for delivery of your ticket. Visit www.ticketek.com.au for more information.

SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Venue Entry Condition/Venue Regulations • Glass or breakable containers;
• Cans or metal containers;
• Opened / unsealed beverage containers;
• Alcoholic beverages;
• Illicit drugs or paraphernalia;
• Flares, fireworks, smoke bombs or any other explosive device;
• Laser pointers;
• Knives or other dangerous weapons including potential missiles;
• Skateboards, scooters, roller blades or bicycles;
• Large items including eskies and  bags that cannot fit under seats;
• Animals unless approved by the RAS or where required as assistance animals (i.e. guide and hearing animals);
• Flags over 1m x 1m in size;
• Register rolls, shredded paper or confetti;
• Cameras and recording devices (for commercial purposes) including tripods;
• Whistles, hooters and horns.  Specific conditions may apply for some events regarding the entry of musical instruments including drums);
• Patrons are not to wear or otherwise display political or other offensive signage or logos;
• Electrical cigarettes (e-cig or e-cigarettes), personal vapourisers, electronic nicotine delivery systems or other battery powered vapourisers are not permitted to be consumed anywhere in the Stadium other than in designated smoking areas only;
• Commercial food (commercial food is any food purchased from external sources, including recognisable commercial food outlets or food provided by external caterers);
• Other items as determined by the RAS that may cause injury or public nuisance.
Taken fron the Condition of Entry March 2018 Document