The stadium was originally built in 1987 as a boutique venue for Australian rules football and cricket.
During the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, the stadium hosted the opening and closing ceremonies and athletics events.
The venue officially rebranded to People First Stadium in 2024 as part of a long-term naming rights agreement.
The lighting towers at the venue are designed to be retractable, minimizing visual impact on the surrounding area when not in use.
The stadium's pitch dimensions are one of the longest in the AFL, influencing game strategy for visiting teams.
People First Stadium, historically known as Carrara Stadium, serves as the primary outdoor sports venue on the Gold Coast, Queensland. It functions as the home ground for the Gold Coast Suns in the Australian Football League (AFL). The venue is a multi-purpose facility capable of hosting large-scale concerts, festivals, and international cricket matches. It features a capacity of approximately 25,000 spectators with grandstand seating and grass embankments. The stadium is located within the Carrara Sports Precinct, which underwent significant upgrades for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. The surface is a natural grass oval configured to AFL specifications but adaptable for other field sports.
From the top of the grass embankments for a panoramic view of the entire field and the stadium architecture.
Check the official venue website for 'prohibited items' lists, as large bags and professional cameras are often restricted.
Utilize the designated pedestrian pathways from the surrounding parklands for faster entry and exit.
If attending an evening event, bring a light jacket as the open-air design allows for significant wind chill at night.
Attempting to drive and park on-site during major events, as public parking is extremely limited and heavily restricted.
Operating schedule is event-dependent; the stadium is not open to the public on non-event days.
Standard stadium behavior applies: no pitch invasions, no abusive language towards players, and prohibited smoking or vaping within seating areas.
