Set within the historic grounds of Parramatta Park, The Bowling Green offers 1,500m² of open, adaptable outdoor space for events of up to 500 people. It suits community gatherings, charity events, popup commercial activations, outdoor movie nights, and small-to-mid-scale celebrations. It's best for organisers who need flexible outdoor space close to Parramatta CBD with train and ferry access. The venue is equipped with a small amenities block, a large freestanding shelter, and both 20-amp three-phase and single-phase power outlets, making it practical for community fairs, popup markets, outdoor cinema nights, corporate activations, and milestone celebrations. Weekend bookings benefit from ample adjacent car parking. Pricing covers up to 300 attendees, with additional costs for events scaling to 500. Rangers and cleaners may be required depending on your event type, incurring extra fees. Whether you're planning a community festival, a fitness bootcamp, or a photoshoot against Parramatta Park's heritage backdrop, The Bowling Green delivers space, power, and accessibility in one central location. Ideal for: Community & charity events — fairs, fundraisers, cultural festivals Popup commercial activations — markets, brand experiences, food & retail popups Outdoor movie nights & screenings — open-air format with power access Corporate events & team activities — offsite workshops, fitness challenges, team-building days Milestone celebrations — birthdays, family gatherings, anniversaries Photoshoots & filming — heritage parkland backdrop for commercial or personal shoots

About the organisation

World Heritage-listed Parramatta Park is 85 hectares of lawns and gardens, historic monuments, outdoor event spaces, and sporting and leisure facilities. The park is one of the earliest gazetted public parks in Australia, dedicated as a park in 1857. Home to the Burramattagal, the park’s ancient cultural landscape has provided food, shelter and resources for close to 40,000 years.

Bathroom features

The venue includes a small amenities block and a large freestanding shelter, providing basic guest facilities and weather protection for outdoor events.

Tech features

It's fitted with 20-amp three-phase power plus single-phase outlets, suitable for popup stalls, AV equipment, food vendors, and event infrastructure.

Transport features

An adjacent car park offers ample spaces, particularly on weekends, making arrival and setup straightforward for guests and vendors. The venue is an easy walk from Parramatta and Westmead railway stations, or the Rivercat ferry terminal, making it accessible without a car.

Please specify

All types of events are welcomed