COVID-19 update
Gatherings limited to a maximum of 50 people within a group. Users should adhere to physical distancing measures, good hygiene practices, be vigilant of 100-person limits and follow the direction of any signage.
Important note: All use must comply with any local, Queensland and Federal Government directives and advice in relation to COVID-19. These are subject to change without notice.
All booking enquiries must be made a minimum of eight weeks prior to the event.
Barlow Park is Cairns' premier football and athletics facility. It comprises two rectangular fields, an IAAF-standard athletics track with grassed field, long jump pits, grandstand, corporate boxes, function room, eatery outlets, amenities blocks and car parking.
Barlow Park is home of the Cairns District Rugby League (CDRL), FNQ Rugby, Cairns Athletics, and Northern Pride Rugby League Club.
- Address: Cnr Scott and Severin Streets, Parramatta Park
- Bookings: read our How do I book? section
- Enquiries: email leisurevenues@cairns.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 4044 3645
Facilities and functions
Facility / Function | Main Barlow | West Barlow | Corporate Room | Function Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8-lane IAAF standard athletics track | Y | |||
International-standard Rugby League / Union field | 114m long (100m field and 2 x 7m in goals) x 68m wide. | Y | ||
Soccer field | 100m long x 68m wide. | Y | ||
Discus and shotput training circles | Y | |||
Seating capacity | 1,700 (grandstand) 15,000 (total) | 6,000 | 80 | 60 |
Change Rooms | 6 | 4 | ||
Showers | 12 | 7 | ||
Toilets (inc. disabled) | 50 | 14 | 4 | 3 |
First Aid Room | Y | |||
Referees’ Room | Y | Y | ||
Administration office | Y | |||
Kitchen | Y | Y | Y | |
Communications Room |
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Food and Beverage outlets | 5 | 1 | 1 | |
Corporate boxes |
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Lighting (lux) | 620 | 200 | ||
Car parking |
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Free casual public use (unless facility is booked for events or activities) | Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm | |||
Bookings for groups, school carnivals, corporate training, workshops | Y | Y | Y | Y |
How do I book?
Complete the applicable booking enquiry form from the "For Download" box below. Note: this is NOT a booking confirmation. We will respond to your enquiry within seven (7) business days.
Before you begin, please ensure you:
- Review the fees and charges ( PDF, 0.02 MB ) associated with the hire of the venue.
- Review the Barlow Park venue hire terms and conditions
- Review our Management and Scheduling guidelines for facility user groups ( PDF, 1.09 MB ).
- Can provide a detailed statement of proposed event / activity, along with location and site plans.
- Have all relevant approvals, licences and valid Public Liability insurance for the event / activity.
- Are prepared to provide the details of your first aid and crowd safety arrangements.
- Contact the Barlow Park Coordinator on (07) 4044 3645 or via email for further assistance.
Address: Cnr Scott and Severin Streets, Parramatta Park
- IAAF international athletics facility
- Available for sporting events, training, casual use and functions
- Home of Cairns District Rugby League, FNQ Rugby, Cairns Athletics, Northern Pride Rugby League Club, Far North Queensland Football Club, Southside Crusaders Rugby Club.
- Casual use Monday-Friday 4pm - 7pm
- All other times by arrangement
- Bookings for groups and carnivals essential
For enquiries please contact 07 4044 3645.
To view a facility map and information see the related documents area.
Activities
- Rugby Union
- Rugby League
- Athletics
- Football (Soccer)
- Other sporting and recreation events
- Corporate training and workshops
West Barlow
- Rugby Union, Rugby League and Football (Soccer)
- Discus and shotput training circles
- Kiosk, change rooms and administration room
- Security fencing
View current Fees & Charges ( PDF, 0.02 MB ) and booking form in the related documents area.
