Cazalys Stadium is the premiere oval stadium in Cairns.

Located in Westcourt, Cairns, the stadium is owned by AFL Cairns and has hosted major events including international cricket, AFL matches, and major concerts. The stadium is named after former VFL legend Roy Cazaly.

Capacity is 13,500 with an exceptional grass surface. Cazalys community club borders the southern end of the oval with magnificent views of sport in this magnificent part of Australia.

In 2025 we were proud to host:
ODI Australia v South Africa 16th August, 2025
T20 Australia v South Africa 19th August, 2025
AFLW Hawthorn v St Kilda 6th Sept 2025

2026:
Freestyle Kings 30th May, 2026
AFLW Hawks v Nth Melbourne 18th September, 2026

Upcoming Events

 T20 CAIRNS GOLD CLASH – FOOTY VS CRICKET
IN ASSOCIATION WITH HOT SPRING
Sunday 22 November 2026
Cazalys Stadium
 
Don’t mistake this for a novelty match, many of Team Footy stars are talented cricketers – and under the guidance of one of the world’s greatest tactical minds, they genuinely believe they can upset Australia’s cricket royalty!
There’s only one way to find out.

Welcome to the inaugural T20 Gold Clash.
On Sunday 22 November, Cazalys Stadium in Cairns will host Australia’s newest sporting spectacle as Footy takes on Cricket in an unforgettable clash packed with sporting legends, fierce rivalries and world-class entertainment.

Witness sporting icons in a contest unlike anything you’ve seen before. Expect massive sixes, spectacular catches, big personalities, and unforgettable moments as Team Footy and Team Cricket battle it out for the inaugural Gold Clash trophy.

Who will claim bragging rights? There’s only one way to find out.

Sporting legends already announced include:
 
Team Cricket 🏏
Usman Khawaja, Michael Hussey, Matthew Hayden, Brian Lara, Ash Barty & more to be announced!
 
Team Footy 🏉
Sam Burgess, Johnathan Thurston, Dale Thomas, Joel Selwood, Isaac Smith, Kate McCarthy, Stephen Fleming (coach) & more to be announced!
 
Who will claim bragging rights? There’s only one way to find out.

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 MATSO’S PARTY ZONE HAS LANDED
T-20 GOLD CLASH
Want to get amongst all the Gold Clash action? This is the zone for you.
We’re turning up the party at T20 Gold Clash with the brand-new Matso’s Party Zone – and exclusive 18+ area with even more atmosphere!
Your ticket includes:
Exclusive access to the dedicated Matso’s Party Zone
Dedicated bar facilities in your area, so you can avoid the queues all evening
Your own Matso’s party shirt
Welcome drink on arrival

And with only 500 tickets available, you’ll want to get in quick.

 

T20 Cairns Gold Clash – Footy Vs Cricket
in association with Hot Spring
Sunday 22 November 2026
Cazalys Stadium, Cairns

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