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About the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027

The Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 will take place from 25 August to 5 September 2027 in Sydney, Australia.

All sixty-four matches will be played at Afterpay Arena, Sydney Olympic Park. 

Sixteen nations will compete. Australia qualifies as host, while the remaining teams will qualify through World Netball rankings and regional tournaments. We’ll update the team list once the qualification process is complete.

The official Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Tournament Draw will occur once all regional qualifier events have taken place and the qualified teams are confirmed, with the detailed match schedule to follow.

Sixteen teams will play sixty-four matches across twelve days in the pool, qualifying and finals stages. Every team will continue competing for a final ranking the tournament, meaning all teams will play the same number of games throughout the tournament. 

Australia’s fixtures will be confirmed once the official tournament draw has taken place and the match schedule is finalised. Once available, you’ll find session dates and ticket options on the NWC2027 website and Ticketek.

Ticketing

Registered fans will receive exclusive presale access from 10 November 2026, ahead of the general public on-sale on 12 November 2026. The second ticket release is scheduled for February 2027.

Ticketek is the official ticketing provider for the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027. To purchase tickets during the presale, you must have an active Ticketek account.

If you already have a Ticketek account, simply log in before accessing the presale. If you don't have an account, you can create one or update your existing details.

We recommend creating or updating your account before the presale opens to ensure a smooth purchasing experience.

In November's first phase Opening Night session featuring Australia will be available along with a Tournament Pass and a Finals Pass.

Explore what’s included in the first ticket release and find the right option for your Netball World Cup experience.

Ticket prices vary depending on the session, seating category and ticket type. Explore the available ticket options and pricing ahead of the first release.

The Ticketek lounge is a virtual waiting room to manage the traffic flow for high-demand events and presales. This will ensure all fans get fair access to tickets. Please do not refresh the page during this stage.

Tickets to Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 games at Afterpay Arena in Sydney Olympic Park include travel on the following public transport services, simply show your event ticket to transport staff when boarding:
- Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink Intercity services* (non-booked services bounded by Bomaderry, Goulburn, Bathurst, Scone and Dungog stations)
- Sydney Metro services
- Sydney metropolitan and outer metropolitan bus services
- Sydney, Parramatta and Newcastle Light Rail services
- Sydney and Newcastle Ferries

Remember to keep your event ticket safe for your return journey or you’ll need to use your Opal card or contactless payment method, as you must have a valid ticket when travelling on public transport. Your event ticket is valid on the modes of public transport listed above until 4am the following day.

* Note: an additional train station access fee applies for travel to or from Domestic and International Airport stations. The access fee is not covered by your event ticket travel entitlements.

All ticket prices are listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). Please note, your bank or credit card company may list any charges on your statement in your local currency.

Yes. Concession tickets are available for full-time students, seniors, and pensioners.

Customers purchasing a concession ticket must hold a valid concession card or identification and may be required to present it upon entry to the venue. Failure to provide valid proof of concession eligibility may result in entry being denied or the requirement to pay the difference to a full-price ticket.

Yes, group bookings for 11 or more will be available from February 2027. Groups are limited to certain sessions and categories.

Travel, Hospitality & Experiences

Yes. Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Experiences, delivered by our Official Fan Travel and Hospitality Partner, Quint, offers packages combining tournament tickets, accommodation and fan experiences. 

Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Experiences offers hospitality products that may include official tickets, premium seating, food and beverage, entertainment and other premium experiences.

School Participation

The Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Schools Program offers opportunities for students across Australia to get involved through learning, culture and live event experiences. 

Venue & Attending the Tournament

Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 is committed to ensuring an accessible tournament. We’ll publish detailed venue and accessibility information once operating arrangements are confirmed.

You can reach Sydney Olympic Park by public transport or car. We’ll publish event train, parking and accessible transport information closer to the tournament.

Before you attend, check the NWC2027 website for session and entry times, ticket access, venue entry, transport, prohibited items and accessibility information.

Volunteering & Careers

Volunteer opportunities will be available across areas such as event operations, fan engagement, and hospitality. Details on how to register interest will be announced via official channels. 

The Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 will offer employment opportunities to support tournament delivery. We’ll publish available opportunities when they become available.

Watch & Stay Connected

Register through the NWC2027 website and follow the NWC2027 social channels for tournament news, schedules, results, venue guidance and fan updates.

In Australia, Nine is the Official Broadcast Partner. We’ll confirm match-by-match coverage and international broadcast arrangements closer to the tournament.

To bring everyone closer to the teams and action, digital access will be a key focus, with details to be shared closer to the event. 

Merchandise

Working with our Official Licensing & Retail Supplier, Special Event Merchandising, official NWC2027 merchandise will be launched closer to the event, available online and at select activations.