Hire a Sports Facility
- Details
- Written by: Adam Gatt Penrith City Council (02) 4732 7777 (02) 4732 7958 council@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au 601 High St Penrith NSW 2750 Australia
Council manages 52 sporting facilities for 21 sporting codes, including 132 full-size fields and 65 hard courts. Many are available for seasonal allocation, casual hire or special event bookings.
Find a Sports Facility
Check the list of sports facilities to find one that suits your needs.
Fees and Charges
Each sports facility has different fees and charges. Download our Recreation and Leisure Facilities 2025-2026 Fees and Charges. This list applies from 1 July 2025 and overrides all previously listed fees.
Our fees are reviewed and updated on 1 July each year.
Please refer to the Terms and Conditions below for more information.
Seasonal Allocation
Council reviews applications each season to ensure our sports grounds are shared fairly. Allocations will be determined by Council, considering factors such as community benefit, prior use and the scheduling requirements for maintenance, ground regeneration and capital works.
Seasons:
- Summer season: 3rd Saturday in September to 1st Sunday in March
- Winter season: 3rd Saturday in March to 1st Sunday in September
Applications are now open for the use of Penrith City Council’s Sports Grounds for the 2026 Winter Season, running from 21 March 2026 to 6 September 2026.
To enquire please:
- Complete the Seasonal application form
- Read the Sportsground user guide and Terms and Conditions for Hire of Sporting Facilities, Parks and Open SpacesTerms and Conditions for Hire of Sporting Facilities, Parks and Open Spaces.
- Complete and return the required documents to
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Monday, 15 December 2025.
Please note: Blanket booking requests and applications submitted without all required documentation will not be considered.
Booking requests are not guaranteed. Late applications submitted after the closing date will only be considered if field availability permits.
For new seasonal allocation inquiries, please contact our Community Facilities and Recreation team on 4732 7930 or email
Casual or one-off
Our sporting grounds are available for hire on a casual basis for organised sporting and select recreation activities.
Prices and permits vary depending on the nature of the booking and the park / reserve requested.
Contact us on 4732 7930 or
These forms must be returned at least 10 working days before the event date.
Playgrounds and barbecue/ picnic facilities cannot be reserved. These are available on a “first in best dressed” basis. We ask users to leave the facility clean and tidy for the next user.
Special Events
Sporting grounds and reserves may be booked for special events, carnivals and various community activities.
Prices and permits vary depending on the nature of the booking and the park / reserve requested.
Application forms must be completed and returned with all required supporting documentation at least 6 weeks prior to the event date. Please note, some activities may incur additional processing times including but not limited to:
- Signage such as display boards or banners
- Selling or consumption of alcohol
- Use of portable structures, tents, sunshades, marquees and stalls
- Selling of food
- Traffic Management and road closures
- Amusement rides, jumping castles, animal farms or petting zoos
- Fireworks
Contact us on 4732 7930 or
Terms and Conditions
Read the full Terms and Conditions of Hire – Sporting Facilities, Parks and Open Spaces