Join us for an exciting day of sports in Ballarat! This event has something for everyone whether you're a person living with a disability and or access needs, a carer or looking to try accessible programs! Supported by local all-abilities sports clubs, dance programs, and organisations, it's the perfect opportunity to try out your favorite sports, arts and activities in celebration of the International Day of People with Disability in Ballarat! Free Sausage Sizzle included!!

Hosted by the Ballarat Working Together Group in partnership with Sports Central, City of Ballarat, LaTrobe Community Health Services, and VHCC, this event is open to all. Bring your friends, family, carers, and anyone else who wants to join in the fun.

When: Wednesday 3 December 2025, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Where: Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility, 910 Pleasant Street South, Ballarat Central 3350 VIC

About the Facility: The Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility is the pride of Ballarat for soccer. It has hosted teams from around the world, including Bahrain, The Matildas, and Melbourne Victory.

The main feature is a top-quality natural grass pitch, which is one of the best in Australia outside of big city stadiums. With viewing areas on three sides and a 500-seat grandstand, the stadium can hold up to 3,000 spectators.

We welcome partners for this event! Whether its as an accessibility partner, hosting an activity or promoting your organisation! Complete this form here: https://forms.office.com/r/aDpcqYawMT

Accessibility of the Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility:

Automatic doors with sensor to enter the building
Lift access to the function space
There are three designated accessible parking bays available in the two carparks adjacent Synthetic pitch 2 and 4, total of 3 .
Within the Stadium pitch fence line there is no designated marked parking but drop off in the designated zone outside Gate 1 is available
Accessible toilet and two ambulant toilets inside Male and Female bathrooms
Baby change in Female bathroom and temporary baby change table in the accessible toilet
Signage for public toilets and lift access
Automatic doors to enter the function space and double wide door entry to the viewing deck and stadium
Flat access to Stadium Pitch from ground level only
Three accessible public toilets inside Morshead Park
Open gravel carpark next to facility. Carpark and access is generally flat. Distance to nearest nominated accessible carpark located adjacent main clubroom estimated distance of 150 meters. Open gravel parking area is accessed from Rubicon Street and does not access the function space directly. Is generally flat and provides access to synthetic pitch 2 only.

Social Story: A social story will be linked here closer to the date!