Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium is conveniently located within the Gold Coast Sports Precinct. It's designed to host a wide range of sports and events, with a show court and facilities for a variety of sports, plus seating for over 1300 people. Its flexible spaces are ideal for competitions, community programs and casual court hire.

Hire options

Choose from our flexible hire options to suit your needs.

Main court and seating stands

Venue

A versatile venue with facilities to host elite sporting events, community programs and expos.

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Volleyball game in large indoor stadium

Courts

Our competition-standard courts are available for casual or regular hire for individuals, clubs and groups.

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Netball game

Events

We have unique spaces available at competitive rates, to suit every occasion.

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Features

Enjoy an adaptable space designed for sports and events. Whatever you’re planning, this venue delivers the flexibility and features to make it happen.

Spectators watching a game

Grandstand seating for 1,392 people

Wheelchair basketball game - team huddle

Accessible friendly facilities

Netball game - two players jumping

Multi-use show court

Social area inside the centre

Open and spacious activation areas

Kiosk open in the centre

Kiosk and bar facilities

Aerial view of the centre

Extensive parking - 430 car parks

We are ready to host your next event

From sports to exhibitions and everything in between, Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium offers endless possibilities. Enquire online today and our team will help you create an unforgettable experience.

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium

Hire details

Flexible options and competitive rates for all your needs.

Venue

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium is located between People First Stadium and Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre.

It's a boutique multipurpose venue with facilities to hold elite sport games, trade shows and expos.

  • 1 x Show Court
  • Grandstand seating for 1,392 people
  • Sprung timber floors
  • 2 x changerooms
  • 2 x speciality rooms
  • Kiosk & bar facilities
  • Ceiling fans
  • Large foyer
  • Extensive parking facilities

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Professional basketball game with grandstands

Courts

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium has one multipurpose court available for casual or regular court hire. You can book a court for a minimum of one hour to a whole day (subject to availability).

  • 1 x multi-purpose indoor court
  • Casual and regular hire options
  • Modern, accessible facilities
  • Schools and community events
  • Early opening hours

Download Major Venues Commercial / Community Hire Fees & Charges

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Main court view from stands

Shootarounds

Casual shootarounds are not available at this venue. Shootarounds are available at Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre and Coomera Indoor Sports Centre. For more information visit our Basketball shootarounds page.

Follow us on Facebook for weekly shootaround times - @CityofGoldCoastSportsVenues.

Single court hire

  • Exclusive use of a single court requires a confirmed booking.
  • Times for booking are subject to availability.
  • Participants must supply their own sports balls as these are not available to hire.
  • Court hire fees must be paid at venue before taking the court.

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Regular hire/community sport

We host local sporting organisations that use the venue for training and competition throughout the year. To check availability of our venue for your regular sporting competition, please make an enquiry using the online form. Our bookings team will be in contact to discuss.

School bookings

Looking for an indoor court to host a school sport activity? We provide a range of sport options within the venue, incorporating timing technology, flexible and accessible spaces.

Sports on offer at our venue include but are not limited to:

  • Basketball
  • Netball
  • Futsal
  • Volleyball
  • Dance
  • Indoor activities
  • Skating

Events

Cararra Indoor Sports Stadium can host a range of events. It's a perfect multipurpose venue with great facilities to hold sporting competitions, including martial arts, basketball and netball.

There is a wide selection of food and beverage items available from our onsite kiosk.

This venue is also a perfect as a community training facility and can host a variety of elite sports including:

  • Netball
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Futsal
  • Martial Arts
  • Skating
  • Dance
  • Fitness groups

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BMX

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium is home to the AusCycling BMX Freestyle Indoor Training Centre which forms part of the National Centre of Excellence for BMX Freestyle.

For any enquiries relating to the BMX Freestyle Indoor Training Centre, please contact AusCycling at 1300 137 397.

  • National BMX Freestyle Park
  • Configurable setup with up to four distinct courses
  • Quarter pipes, big spine, fat spine, box jump, half bowl, transfers, and 5.2 m high walls
  • Training centre with foam pits and resi‑mats
  • Supports elite athlete development
BMX Freestyle Park U ramps

Squash

Squash Australia is responsible for the management of squash within Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium.

For squash court bookings contact Carrara Squash Centre.

Six professional glassed-back courts are available with grandstand seating for viewing.

  • Participants must supply their own squash balls
  • Home to Squash Australia headquarters (since 2018)
Squash store at Carrara

People First Stadium

People First Stadium is a modern, multi-purpose arena on the Gold Coast. The venue holds 27,500 people, with temporary expansions up to 40,000 for major events.

Home of the Gold Coast SUNS AFL and AFLW teams, the stadium also hosts a range of world-class concerts and cricket events year-round.

  • Versatile Multi-Event Venue
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities
  • Corporate & Event Hire
  • Prime Location

For more information please visit People First Stadium website

People First Stadium was formerly known as Carrara Stadium, Metricon Stadium and Heritage Bank Stadium.

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What's on at the centre

The centre hosts a range of activities including sporting events, expos, workshops, meetings and performances.

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Layouts

If you are looking to host a sporting event, our venue has the following layouts. :

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium power layout(PDF, 866KB)

Cashless payments

Please note that the Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium does not accept cash. Payment can be made by debit or credit card, Mastercard or Visa.

Accessibility

Cerge accessible information

Accessible tools have been developed to help visitors understand accessibility of this venue before arrival.

For a 360-degree virtual tour, visual, sensory, audio and access guide as well as keyword sign boards visit Cerge.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

We're proud to be a part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. If you have a hidden disability, you can pick up a hidden disability badge, lanyard or wristband at our venue. Wear your hidden disabilities sunflower to let people know you might need extra help, understanding or simply more time.

Competitions and associations

Table with two columns, type of admission and fee
SPORTING ORGANISATION CONTACT DETAILS
Aus-Cycling W: www.auscycling.org.au
P: 1300 137 397
Gold Coast Basketball W: goldcoastbasketball.com.au
P: 0402 180 111
E: office@gccrba.com.au
Squash Australia W: nationalsquashcentre.com
P: 0466 683 848
E: info@carrarasquash.com.au

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Hours

  • Sunday
    • 08:00 AM–09:00 PM
  • Monday
    • 07:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    • 07:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    • 07:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Thursday
    • 07:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Friday
    • 07:00 AM–10:00 PM
  • Saturday
    • 08:00 AM–09:00 PM

Booking office 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday–Friday
Booking dependant and subject to change.
Call our bookings office for more information.

Contact details

majorvenues@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
07 5581 7082

Location

Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium, 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara 4211  
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